Technique Study: Three Modes of Drilling with Mendes, The Miyaos & More
Technique Study: Three Modes of Drilling with Mendes, The Miyaos & More
Today we’re going to tackle how some of the best in the game work their drills, specifically centered around passing.
Unlock this article, live events, and more with a subscription!
Already a subscriber? Log In
Today's study session is a bit different than that of our past lessons – instead of focusing on distinct techniques we’re going to tackle how some of the best in the game work their drills, specifically centered around passing.
Past Lessons
- Mastering the Heelhook with Eddie Cummiings, Calestine, and Glover
- Smash the DLR with JT Torres, Buchecha, & More
- Lucas Lepri, Liera Jr, and Grippo: 3 Ways to Sweep from DLR to X-Guard
- Back Attacks from Everywhere: Rafa Mende, Jamil-Hill, & Espen Show the Way
Going through the drilling videos available on our training page I noticed athletes engaging in three distinct modes of practice: light, or no resistance drills, a middle area where the uke offers slight resistance or specific movements, and a third type that could nearly be categorized as positional sparring – but isn't – due to the very short time allowed to execute the move and endless repetitions required.
Some of you may be nodding your heads out there – you know this, you've done this; where's the lesson? – but I challenge you to ask yourself how often are you changing up your routine? Perhaps I'm the only lazy jiu-jitsu fanatic out there, but I certainly find myself falling into patterns and drilling in the same mode.
Enough about me though; hit the video links below to see how the best in the game practice their passing drills.
Joao & Paulo Miyao Drill Passes
Joao Miyao Guard Passing Drill
Gui Mendes: Stay One Step Ahead With This Passing Drill
Isaque Bahiense: Timed Guard Pull Counter Drill
