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What is a normal Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class like?

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    Aesopian says:

    Most Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes follow this format:

    1. Warm-up
    2. Instruction and drilling
    3. Live drills / positional sparring
    4. Sparring

    Classes are normally 60 to 90 minutes.

    Short water breaks go between each section.

    Before warm-ups, some schools line up all the students (usually in order of belt rank) to bow in.

    Warm up: The intensity of the warm-up can vary from a light workout to hard conditioning. This depends on the instructor’s preference, the type of class (beginners or advanced), and the type of school (casual or competitive). Expect anything from standard exercises like jogging, running, jumping jacks, push-ups, and sit-ups to BJJ-specific ones like shrimping, bridging, breakfalls, and simple grappling drills.

    Instruction and drilling: The instructor will demonstrate and explain techniques, showing it a few times and taking questions. Students then pair up to drill the move. The instructor will walk around to see that everyone is doing it right and help out anyone having trouble. The instructor will teach 2 to 5 moves this way, usually choosing moves that follow a logical progression. They could be from standing (such as throws and takedowns), or more commonly grappling on the ground.

    Live drills / positional sparring: Classes often have a live training segment where students spar from certain positions with specific goals. This is usually based on the techniques taught that day. A common example is “passing the guard” game, where a group of students fight from their guard while the rest of the class takes turns trying to pass their guards. This drill usually has the winner stay to take on the next person in line. (This type of training is sometimes skipped over to get straight to normal sparring.)

    Sparring: Students are paired up, either on their own or by their instructor, to spar. Sparring is when each student is allowed to try any moves they know (within the rules) while their partner full resisting and trying to do their own moves. Sparring usually starts with everyone on their knees so they get straight into ground fighting. Sparring from standing with throws and takedowns tends to be reserved for advanced classes and tournament preparation. Each round of sparring is usually about 6 minutes followed by 1-2 minute a water break.

    After anywhere from 2 to 5+ rounds, class will end. You may be allowed to hang out and keep sparring or talking, or you may be lined up to bow out and officially end class.

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