Core BJJ Fundamentals That Make Every Technique Work
Your first year in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu sets the tone for your entire journey. Build the wrong habits, and you’ll hit a wall. Build the right fundamentals, and you’ll progress faster, stay safer, and enjoy training more. This guide collects our most valuable articles on BJJ fundamentals, designed for brand-new white belts and beginners who want to strengthen their basics. Whether you train here in Thibodaux or anywhere in the world, these lessons will help you avoid common mistakes and train with confidence.
BJJ Fundamentals Series:
What Should White Belts Learn First in BJJ?
Cut through the noise and find out which skills to master first. This guide keeps you from chasing flashy moves that won’t help you survive against experienced training partners, ensuring your time on the mats is always focused on real progress.
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Escapes First: Why Defense Should Be Your Priority
Why learning to escape bad positions first will help you survive longer and improve faster.
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6 Positions Every White Belt Must Know in BJJ
If you can’t identify the major positions, you’ll always feel lost. Learn the six foundational spots that every move, sweep, and submission builds from, giving you a clear mental map to follow during every roll.
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Best BJJ Submissions for Beginners (That Actually Work)
Skip the low-percentage traps and focus on the proven submissions that work even against resisting opponents. We’ll cover the go-to techniques that will build your finishing skills while boosting your overall confidence.
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3 Simple Drills to Build Strong Fundamentals as a White Belt
These solo and partner drills improve your movement, timing, and control — without adding complexity that slows learning. They’re simple enough for beginners but effective enough to become part of your long-term routine.
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The Importance of Base and Posture in BJJ
Learn why strong base and posture protect you from sweeps, submissions, and fatigue — and how to develop them from day one. These are the unsung fundamentals that keep you balanced and in control.
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How to Maintain Control in Top Positions
Holding a dominant position isn’t as simple as it looks. Get step-by-step tips for staying heavy, balanced, and in control so you can dominate positions without wasting energy or creating openings for escapes.
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BJJ Concepts vs Techniques: Where to Focus First
Techniques change, but concepts stay the same. Learn the underlying principles that make your moves work no matter your size or strength, and understand how they help you adapt faster in any situation.
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Your 48-Week Path to a Strong White Belt Foundation
Your 48-Week Path to a Strong White Belt Foundation
Our White Belt Jiu Jitsu platform takes beginners through a complete 48-week program split into 4 skill-building modules. You’ll follow a clear plan with video instruction, drills, and key concepts that give you the structure most white belts never get.
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Our blog is packed with 48 beginner-focused articles covering everything from your first class to building a solid white belt game. Each post is part of our structured program, designed to help you learn faster and stay motivated.
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