Adult Program

If you are new to Jiu Jitsu we start with an intro class. After a brief introductory phase students move into the fundamentals. All students are encouraged to attend fundamentals. Most technique is fairly simple and straight forward. “You can never be too good at the basics” isn’t just a catchy phrase - it is true. It can be seen in all combat sports. You will see it reflected in our curriculum.

Intermediate, Advanced, and Competition classes typically focus in on an area of the basics and study how different variables such as application context, (competition, self defense, etc.), and other constraints effect how you apply technique and approach the art.

Classes offer a structured approach to the material and training, while open sessions, (randori/open mat, open drills), allow the student to focus more on their individual goals and interests. Instructor permission is required for all classes beyond fundamentals.

Classes

  • Introductory

    Intro classes are a survey of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu’s approach to self-defense. Students get hands on practice with the basic techniques and strategy used to defend yourself. This framework provides the basic road map that you will reference back to throughout your study of Jiu-Jitsu. It is an introductory level class that is designed with the complete beginner in mind.

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  • Fundamentals

    Fundamentals are the basics of what makes Jiu Jitsu work. We follow a structured and always evolving curriculum to ensure that students get ample exposure to the dynamic nature of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. This opportunity allows you to work through the material, better understand how you approach physical adversity, and begin building your personal approach to the art. 

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  • Intermediate

    Jiu Jitsu skill is not measured in the number of moves you can demonstrate, but the number of moves you can pull off against a resisting partner. This course takes the strong defensive base built in the first two courses and adds a strong offensive element to it. It takes about 8 - 12 months in the fundamentals program before the typical student is ready to move to the intermediate program.

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  • Advanced

    Unless you have a strong command of the fundamental material and the physicality it requires - do not expect an invite to the advanced class. If you would like to receive an invite....... develop a strong command of the fundamentals and the warm up and conditioning exercises that comprise that level.

    “Advanced” often means basics done well and in dynamic combinations, hence the qualifier above is not a tough guy thing to say - it is simply the truth. If you wish to become advanced, first become very good with the basics - then challenge yourself - a lot - and don’t quit.

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  • Open Mat

    An all sparring session, (following a proper warm up), where you can find out what is working for you and what is not.

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  • Open Drills

    If you want to devote more time to training, but don’t want the added technique that more classes generally provide, the open drills time is for you. This is a time you can drill whatever you would like to focus on, whether it be material from class, your notes, or your favorite instructional.

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