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The document discusses the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Master Cycle curriculum. It is broken down into seven positional chapters that are each studied for months through a combination of technique classes, sparring classes, and online classes. The technique classes introduce new techniques related to the chapter, while the sparring classes allow students to practice their skills. Online access is provided to allow students to review material outside of class. Students can progress through the chapters at their own pace across different belt levels.

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The document discusses the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Master Cycle curriculum. It is broken down into seven positional chapters that are each studied for months through a combination of technique classes, sparring classes, and online classes. The technique classes introduce new techniques related to the chapter, while the sparring classes allow students to practice their skills. Online access is provided to allow students to review material outside of class. Students can progress through the chapters at their own pace across different belt levels.

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Beyond blue belt, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu consists of hundreds of advanced techniques, all of which have been organized into a

clearly defined, systematic curriculum called The Master Cycle. The Master Cycle is broken down into seven positional
chapters each of which is studied for several months before moving on to the next. To optimize your learning in the Master
Cycle, it is important that you utilize a blend of technique classes, spar classes, and online classes at GracieUniversity.com.

The Seven Chapters


1. Mount 2. Side Mount 3. Guard 4. Half Guard 5. Back Mount 6. Leg Locks 7. Standing

Bottom Straight Foot Front Attack


Escapes Escapes Controls Controls
Strategies Locks Defenses
Top Toe Hold Rear Attack
Controls Controls Passes Submissions
Strategies Foot Locks Defenses
Sub-Sections

Submission Weapon
Submissions Submissions Submissions Knee Locks
Counters Defenses
Submission Submission Submission Clinch &
Heel Hooks
Counters Counters Counters Takedowns

Sweeps

Sport Guards

TECHNIQUE CLASSES
Each technique class begins with a 15-20 minute review/warm-up period during which you will go over techniques from
previous lessons, share/receive knowledge from your training partners, and explore any techniques that you may have
learned online through Gracie University. After the review, the instructor will present 2-3 variations of a technique that
pertains to the positional chapter of study. In a cooperative manner, you will practice the techniques with a partner.

SPARRING CLASSES
Sparring classes are approximately 15-20 minutes long and usually take place immediately after technique segment. This is
where you will have a chance to test your skills against a variety of training partners in a safe environment through a
variety of training exercises, such as: Rapid Mastery Drills, Street Sparring, Focus Sparring Exercises, and Fight
Simulation Drills. Students who do not train in a safe and productive manner will not be allowed to participate in sparring
classes. If you are nursing an injury or you are new to the Master Cycle, you should not spar, and you are encouraged to
use the sparring class time to review techniques with a cooperative partner until you are ready to spar. Remember to tap
early, tap often, and always identify the hidden lessons when you spar.

24-HOUR PROGRESS
There is a remarkable difference in the rate of progress between students who study in their off time and those who don’t.
As an active member of the Master Cycle program, you qualify for a free subscription to GracieUniversity.com, which
gives you unlimited online access to the Master Cycle video-based curriculum. With this resource, you can review past
lessons, learn new techniques, and prepare for future belt tests 24 hours a day from any computer or mobile device! Use
GU to boost your progress on and off the mat!

GROW AT YOUR OWN PACE


Unlike the Gracie Combatives program, which is only designed for students at a single belt level (white), the Master Cycle
program is designed to cater to students of four belt levels (blue, purple, brown, and black). As a result, you will often be
exposed to techniques beyond your belt level. Although these “bonus techniques” should be practiced and explored, and
will give you a good idea of what to expect in the future, it is critical that you do not burden yourself with the task of trying
to memorize them all. If a move seems easy and applicable for you, take it, but if not, leave it alone and trust that you’ll get
it next time you cycle through the same chapter. Remember, it’s not a sprint, it’s a marathon, and you’re the only one in the
race, so be patient and have fun!

www.GracieJiuJitsuNH.com | 371 S Willow St. Manchester, NH 03103 | (603) 625-5835 | [email protected]


Date Chapter Focus
July 8 – 14 Side Mount: Escapes
July 15 – 21 Side Mount: Escapes
July 22 – 28 Side Mount: Controls
July 29 – Aug 4 Side Mount: Controls
Aug 5 – 11 Side Mount: Submissions
Aug 12 – 18 Side Mount: Submissions
Aug 19 – 25 Side Mount: Submission Counters
Aug 26 – Sept 1 Side Mount: Submission Counters
Sept 3 Closed: Labor Day
Sept 4 - 8 Side Mount: Review
Sept 9 – 15 Side Mount: Review
Sept 16 – 22 Guard: Controls
Sept 23 – 29 Guard: Controls
Sept 30 – Oct 6 Guard: Passes

*Class schedule subject to change based on holidays and special events.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday


11:30a – 12:30p 11:30a – 12:30p 10:00a – 11:00a
MC Technique MC Technique MC Technique
& Sparring (Gi) & Sparring (Gi) & Sparring (No-Gi)

7:30p – 8:30p 7:30p – 8:30p 7:30p – 8:30p 11:00a – 12:00p


MC Technique (Gi) Open Mat – RD MC Technique (Gi) Open Mat – RD

**Sparring 15 minutes after each Master Cycle class.

Ø No-Gi Attire: Please wear a loose-fitting Gracie Jiu-Jitsu rashguard /Dry-Fit t-shirt (blue or black) along with white gi
pants or black Gracie Fight Shorts. No other t-shirts, rashguards, or shorts allowed. Please wear your jiu-jitsu belt in
no-gi classes.

Ø Fight Simulation: Fight Simulation Class is the most important class for promotion consideration. All participants
must have 5.5 oz. Sparring Gloves, 18 oz. Fight Sim Gloves, and a Mouth Guard to participate.

Ø Master Cycle Stripe Promotions: Master Cycle stripe promotion consideration is based on a minimum attendance of
100+ classes (including 10 RD classes and 10 FS classes) and at least eight months of regular training. Please keep in
mind that these are minimum eligibility requirements and actual promotions are based on overall progress, not time.

www.GracieJiuJitsuNH.com | 371 S Willow St. Manchester, NH 03103 | (603) 625-5835 | [email protected]

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