Toreando Pass | vs Sitting Opponent

Executing the Toreando Pass against a sitting opponent requires precise timing and understanding of the movement. As the opponent begins to sit up, establish a grip on the side of their knee and another grip on the collar near their chest. It's crucial to change levels, dropping so that your head aligns with the opponent's head.

1. As the opponent sits up, simultaneously grip the knee and collar while dropping your level.
2. Drag the opponent's leg to the side while crossing your arm over the other in an 'X' formation.
3. Use the collar grip to drive the opponent's back to the mat while stepping to the side to gain side control.
4. Once in side control, release the grip on the pants as your knee is already blocking the hips.
5. Slide into position, ensuring your arms are positioned before the opponent can establish a single leg or sit up guard.
6. After dragging the opponent's leg and crossing your arms, use the collar grip to guide them down.
7. Drop your knees to the mat, let go of the leg, hug the head, and walk into the mount position.

This technique emphasizes the importance of level change, grip placement, and leg movement to successfully pass the guard and transition to a dominant mount position.