BJJ Beginners

Warm Up (10min)

Solo Drills (3min)

• Any+
• Shrimp
• Partner Shrimp Escape (partners standing over, and framing on their shin to escape though their legs)

Partner Drill (7min)

• Crossover Back Control
  • Indicator: Opponent is able to remove the bottom hook from your back mount control.
  • Essential Detail: Tight over-under control at all times.
  • Most Common Mistake: Incorrect timing during the crossover.
  • Bad Guy Reminder: Make yourself heavier with each successful repetition.
  • Drill Orders: 3 crossover on each side, reverse roles.

Lesson (30-min)

• Frame Escape from Back Control
  • Patient Entry
  • Indicator: Opponent establishes solid back mount control and prevents the Early Escape options.
  • Essential Detail: Patience from the lock down position.
  • Most Common Mistake: Failing to force the strong side once the frame is in.
  • Bad Guy Reminder: Change your timing.
  • Drill Orders: 3 reps each, strong side/weak side, reverse roles.
• Forced Entry
  • Indicator: Opponent is not moving and you want to initiate the escape.
  • Essential Detail: Effective wrist control with both hands.
  • Most Common Mistake: Inefficient frame entry.
  • Bad Guy Reminder: Make your arms tighter with each successful rep.
  • Drill Orders: 3 reps, strong/weak, reverse roles.