Week 1 introduces the foundations of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, including basic terminology, movement, safety, and how to train with a partner. Students will also learn the guard position — one of the most important starting points in Jiu-Jitsu — and how to use it to control distance, stay safe, and begin attacking or defending from the ground.

Week 2 focuses on side control, a dominant top position used to pin and control an opponent. Students will learn how to hold side control, apply pressure safely, and begin attacking from the position. We will also cover basic escapes so students understand both sides of the position.

Week 3 introduces the mount, one of the strongest control positions in Jiu-Jitsu. Students will learn how to maintain balance, control their partner, and attack safely from the top. We will also cover how to stay calm, defend, and escape when caught underneath the mount.

Week 4 focuses on back control, one of the most effective positions in Jiu-Jitsu. Students will learn how to take the back, maintain control, and understand basic submission threats. We will also cover defensive awareness and how to begin escaping safely from back control.

Week 5 brings everything together. Students will review the key positions from the course, connect them into simple training sequences, and learn basic takedown concepts to understand how a match can move from standing to the ground. We will also cover safe falling, basic grip fighting, and how to continue training after the course.