No matter which direction we are attempting to guard pass...outside, under or through the middle, it is important to keep focus on your downward forward pressure. Not only will this help to staple your opponent to the mat, it will also cause them to be uncomfortable and move into the positions that open the door for your pass.
If for some reason you are not able to guard pass to the backside (whether your opponent is keeping you from passing or you just don't want to) this step through pass is an awesome way to transition straight to knee on belly.
When you are attempting your 1on1 guard pass but are not able to under hook the leg, you can transition to this inside shotgun pass to establish side control. Our focus here will be on the gable grip, knee placement and solid connection to your opponent.
Now that we have explored ways of guard passing to establish side control on both sides and knee on belly, let's have a little fun guard passing straight to mount!
...followed by a little "back in the day" story time.
