Torreando

Type

Technique

description

Torreando-style outside passing used in the study as both a standalone pass and as a connector within HQ chain passing.

entries/setups

Knee cut → torreando (when guard recovers); side-to-side torreando sequences (notably vs Jeferson).

position

Open Guard

key details / teaching points

Used when opponent recovers/frames; often paired with shin slice and followed by arm weave/stacking pressure; described as part of blending far-distance tools into medium-distance sequences.

common mistakes

One-and-done torreando with no follow-up; pausing after a side switch and allowing guard reset.

counters & defenses

Hooking legs to slow movement; quick hip re-square + frames to reset distance.

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