The Body Lock Pass by Lachlan Giles

Master the mechanics of the body lock pass for precision and control.

The Body Lock Pass by Lachlan Giles
World Medalist and ADCC veteran Lachlan Giles shows the body lock passing system he uses to pass any guard
Six full volumes of content, breaking down this powerful pass step-by-step
Full of narrated rolling so you can learn how to apply this in real sparring
Lachlan is a world class coach and competitor, with students like Craig Jones

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Course Content

Volume 1 – Concepts & Structure

7 Lessons

Overview of the Body Lock Passing System

Entry

Control

Clearing the knees

Passing

Consolidation

Core principles: head positioning, weight distribution, tripod base, hip control

Volume 2 – Entries & Grip Strategies

5 Lessons

Entering from seated opponents (butterfly, shin-on-shin, reverse De La Riva)

Entering from supine opponents

Standing entries: headquarters position, knee-through options

Establishing and maintaining the body lock grip

Common opponent reactions and troubleshooting

Volume 3 – Clearing the Knee Line

4 Lessons

Addressing knee shields and entangled legs

How to “walk the hips” to clear frames

Managing hooks and butterfly hooks

Passing against defensive knee positioning

Volume 4 – Finishing the Pass

4 Lessons

Transitioning to side control, mount, or other dominant positions

Stabilizing top position: tripod base, hip-to-hip pressure

Avoiding reversals during the final phase

Variations when opponents turn in or frame hard

Volume 5 – Breaking the Closed Guard

4 Lessons

Specialized Sao Paulo pass to enter the body lock

Using leverage and posture to break the guard

Transitioning from closed guard directly to body lock position

Handling collar tie and underhook defenses

Volume 6 – Narrated Sparring & Live Rolling

4 Lessons

Sparring sessions with Lachlan narrating his decision-making in real time

Includes troubleshooting failed passes

Adapting to opponent movement and guard styles

Examples of entry → pass → control flow in action

????‍♂️ The Body Lock Pass

A high-efficiency passing system built around the body lock—designed to break grips, control posture, and systematically pass even the most resilient guards.

???? Course Overview

Lachlan Giles presents a precise and tactical guard-passing blueprint focused on the underutilized body-lock position. You’ll learn how to secure the body lock, neutralize frames, and chain through sweeping and passing sequences—all within a flow-based framework that’s responsive to live resistance and grip-heavy defenses.

???? What You’ll Learn

Body Lock Fundamentals
Ideal grip setups: belt, waist, and armpit connections
Position placement: chest-to-back compactness, hip alignment, and head positioning
Movement patterns for walk-through passes, pivots, and frame-breaking
Guard Frame Neutralization
Methods to clear knee-shields and shin barriers using leverage and angle
Pummeling tactics to compromise posture and control grips
Using hip pressure and angles to collapse obstructive frameworks
Passing Sequences
Progressive pass chains: walk-around → cross-step → knee-cut adaptations
Dynamic transitions into side control, knee-on-belly, or scarf-hold positions
Pressure-feeder model: maintain contact for continuous top control
Flow Drills & Live Adaptation
Partner drills to build rhythmic body-lock passing under pressure
Sparring-style flow exercises for realistic grip and resistance challenges
Coaching patterns to pivot between pass types seamlessly

???? Who This Course Is For

Ideal for practitioners who:
• Want to master a simple and controllable guard-passing base
• Prefer pressure and structure over athleticism-dependent techniques
• Train both gi and no-gi and need versatile pass options under grip control
• Appreciate rationale and flow in their passing game—not just isolated drills

✅ Key Benefits

Compact & Effective System
Fine-tuned for pressure-dependent passing with minimal wasted motion.
Drill-Ready Structure
Designed for smooth integration into partner routines and live rolling.
Top-Control Orientation
Anchors heavy forward pressure to keep opponents defensive.
Skill-Based Simplicity
Requires technique and timing—not strength—to execute reliably.