Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for Beginners (The First 6 BJJ Techniques Everyone MUST Learn) with the Gracies

In the midst of the pandemic, Rener and Eve decided to conduct a free online seminar that would introduce the world to the 6 most important techniques that every beginner should know, and to teach them in such a way that students could learn them solo without a training partner! In addition to being live, what made this event so unique is that it was conducted via two-way video conference so they could see all the students and provide feedback in real time. The event was a huge success!
We share this recording of the seminar so you can enjoy the same awesome introduction to jiu-jitsu that was experienced by thousands around the world during the live event.
If you love the idea of learning from home via live lessons with the Gracies, you’ll want to check out our Zoom program at www.GracieUniversity.com/Zoom - we offer everyone a 7-day free trial so make sure you enroll before it’s too late!
The 6 techniques we shared were pulled directly from our #1 selling Gracie Combatives program. If you want to purchase the complete course (discounted for a limited time), click here: www.gracieuniversity.com/Page...
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[@JoeC_aka_PwnerJoe]

Warmup 9:42 - Rocking and Rolling 10:10 - Pivoting 10:47 - Bridge Turn 11:23 - Shrimp Circle 12:23 - Egg Beaters 12:50 - Leg Extensions > crossed feet 13:10 - High Guard, block punches 13:30 - Bridge > Guard 14:01 - Feet on hips > Close Guard 14:52 - Pull Guard with Pivot Lessons 18:13 - Tactical Standup 21:19 - 2-handed Standup 24:15 - Std. Var. Trap and Roll (partner) 30:00 - Std. Var. Trap and Roll (solo) 33:52 - Trap and Roll > Pull to Guard (partner) 39:45 - Trap and Roll > Pull to Guard (solo) 41:15 - Trap and Roll > Pull to Guard (partner; torso too wide) 51:50, 56:13 - Defense from level 1 strike 57:33 - Back, Side, Forward, Side steps 59:34 - Defensive pounce 1:00:10 - ^ with Clinch 1:04:00 - Double underhook clinch to full mount 1:05:03 - Prep drill from clinch to mount 1:15:45 - Americana; full move(partner) 1:16:20 - Americana; explained 1:17:32 - Americana; other arm 1:19:12 - Americana on a hoodie (solo) Defense from Guard Series 1:29:45 - Stage 2 defense from guard (partner) 1:31:15 - Stage 2 defense from guard (solo) 1:33:00 - Stage 3 defense from guard 1:33:38 - Stages 1, 2, 3, 1 from guard 1:34:12 - Stages 1, 3, 1 from guard (solo) 1:35:19 - Stages 4, 1 from guard (partner) 1:37:15 - Stage 5 1:41:14, 1:41:49 - Full combination of moves (solo)

[@JoeC_aka_PwnerJoe]

Replying so the timestamp comment is less cluttered: I started BJJ two weeks ago and I'm loving it so far! I've been meaning to look into some kind of warmup that translates well into bjj practice. This video is perfect for what I was looking for! Thank you very much for providing this video for us; I appreciate you all.

[@ev_green_]

Wow thank you

[@goldielocks420]

You’re the man 🐐

[@SanoGera]

U a legend

[@qazmko22]

thanks you the real MVP!

[@willz3222]

Drills start at 9:42

[@MikeMike-ms1ns]

@@rinzen9976 Disappointed nobody gave useful timestamps of each move

[@filipe_paixao]

@@MikeMike-ms1ns found this: 9:42 Warm up 17:54 tactical stand up 25:16 Trap and Roll 1:09:00 synchronized Stand up 1:14:03 Americana 1:27:30 Punch Block But this video has way to much talking so imma dip

[@amandah5478]

Thanks

[@jasonburns6411]

This content is gold. Thank you for providing it to us!

[@dragonofthewest8305]

It really is

[@Itstheoutputs]

@@dragonofthewest8305 Hang on Dragon, I hear they’re making more shows soon. Avatar Forever !!!

[@times1132]

9:42 - Warm up 17:54 - Tactical stand up 25:16 - Trap and roll 1:14:03 - Americana 1:27:30 - Punch block series

[@sayoshinakamario]

You missed the standing clinch

[@times1132]

@@sayoshinakamario these are my references for practice, I have other martial art background and I have my own way to do standing clinch and general standing fight

[@times1132]

For example, if you have a judo background, you can completely rely on it in clinch situation, Ronda Rousey use judo in clinch and jiu jitsu on ground

[@brawlhallaclip1326]

Americana Is Sus

[@fathiakmal400]

@@times1132 yes

[@nikolaslavov3498]

Finally some basic beginner stuff, thanks guys!

[@seadeer923]

Looks like I’m not the only one who was waiting for this

[@nikolaslavov3498]

Not at all. I was getting sick of the BJJ youtube side where all techniques shown are for atleast blue belt level.

[@seadeer923]

@@nikolaslavov3498 ikr. I was looking for some beginner stuff. I found a video by ‘bjj white belt’ (I think) on yt. It’s with Helio Gracie Edit: the channel’s called ‘Whitebelt BJJ’

[@precisionmovement]

Sign up for free lessons at Gracie University - Combatives Le 01-03 are free,

[@secureasmr8365]

@@precisionmovement Do you know if the Combatives course is meant to be taken to go from white to blue? Cause I didn't see a white belt course.

[@lancesouthwick6585]

I have only been training BJJ a month, going a couple nights a week. I keep getting dominated in sparring and ppl getting mount has been pretty regular. Last night I used the move you taught and actually got the sweep. So thanks for the content.

[@sohkathatch4081]

Strengthen your core, I bet it'll help and improve your BBJ skill.

[@lancesouthwick6585]

@@sohkathatch4081 I have been on a fitness journey along with my BJJ journey. I am getting there but still got work to do.

[@lancesouthwick6585]

I ended up losing 35-40lbs total. I’ve been training since February. I am super happy with my progress both fitness wise and with BJJ. I wish you the best on your journey, it’s a grind that is worth it.

[@1921may]

@@lancesouthwick6585 Proud of you man!! Keep up the good work!

[@elijahgonzalez5945]

how’s that going now

[@mattsummers3018]

Fencer here, smiling at you Rener.

[@Phcx-_-]

actually hilarious before he said to give him a smile i was already smiling at the fact he has a name for us😂😂 love you rener buddy😂

[@lindseysantos7832]

My boyfriend didn't expect this when I said, "choke me" 😂, thanks!

[@JDoactive]

"Babe why are you grabbing my- WOAH DID YOU JUST FLIP ME"

[@bushmann6359]

Thanks now I have coffee up my nose 😆

[@louispconstant6624]

@Sunaryo 01 what?

[@user-kl9xe8fo9l]

Choke me like you hate me but you love me

[@ApricotData474]

Lmaoooo

[@anthonygerber8261]

Even after studying jiujitsu since 2000, I still enjoy watching Rener teach. I always "borrow" his ways of explaining certain positions when teaching my students.

[@BlazingSerenade]

facts, he's a great teacher - it's hard for people to actually breakdown things into understandable chunks others can pick up easily

[@stuthomas3593]

This is the best bjj introduction I've found on KZbin by some distance. It's the easiest to follow and best explained. Many thanks to the Gracie family 👍

[@jubayerrahman8447]

Are you a python developer?

[@mthomps0]

58 year old fencer here. Thank you for this.

[@radamez85]

Every beginner needs to watch and learn from Rener!

[@BallisticAdventure]

"When the 5 year old gets up wrong, he gets a little kick in the back" too funny

[@gabrielf1213]

Testimonial: I was a fencer and I watched your videos for 2 years. Finally, I joined a local gym and it was a lot of fun. But my first roll, they put me up against a bigger guy(6'3" 190lbs to my 5'10" 145lbs) with 6 months more experience than me. Long story short, I locked him up and made him submit. The coach said, "This is definitely not your first time." lol That was all thanks to these videos. They were very impressed. You guys are awesome!

[@JAKOB1977]

Yep that is useally how we play it with new "customers" and all our regulars knows it and will play along with newbies, so the newbie gets a good experience and think he is all that and "gifted and strong" and will come again. the most important thing is that you got a good experience. and we will do all we can to nurse you into that.

[@ronster141]

Excellent content! I taught my nieces these techniques and we drilled them for 2 weeks straight to increase muscle memory and fluidity. I'm happy to say that they feel much more confident in themselves now if something were to ever happen. Thank you so much and keep up the great work. My family is very appreciative.

[@Roberto-nm8sw]

Outstanding !!!!!

[@jordanbrown7963]

As there are no gracie schools in my country the idea of these zoom classes continuing even after covid is finished is brilliant. The direct connection to the heart of jiu jitsu and the excellent structure of the programmes makes learning the art exciting and fun. I would happily keep my zoom membership while training in an uncertified school in my area.

[@AK-pr7gu]

Where are you from ?

[@ronarnett4811]

And besides, it is excellent simple movement exercise. Follow along with the movements in the video if only because it will help you stay healthy as well as at least a little bit safer.

[@chrisberrymusic3677]

I love the positivity and passion from Eve and Rener. You can tell they love BJJ and each other.

[@Bob13Blues]

Thank you! This is so generous of you two. Love your enthusiasm.

[@Jamal-pp7bn]

You guys are awesome!!! I love the energy! You guys make learning easier! I love it! Thank you so much! Keep up the good work!!! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@JeffNotes]

And here I thought I'd had to wait for the end of the pandemic to start my BJJ training.. Thanks for the upload on this! =)

[@onerider808]

You two are great explainers, and super ambassadors. Bravo!

[@blueknight3754]

this is the best training ive seen on you tube i love how passionate the Gracies are I feel like im in the dojo with my friends

[@BrandonSollenberger]

This has been the most helpful video! Thank you all for posting this and giving us such an awesome breakdown of these moves.

[@spencerscanlan9923]

Just started BJJ last night at Pedigo Submission Fighting in mount vernon. I really wasn’t sure what to expect so I checked my ego at the door. I really surprised myself and I’m “hooked” already. This will be taking my confidence as a husband to protect his family to the next level all while providing great social time and exercise. Thank you for the great videos.

[@davidsutton697]

I appreciate the way you teach and inspire us to love jiu jitsu.

[@kaibea6789]

That timber cladding is beautiful

[@themerovingian6644]

This is amazing! Thank you so much for this knowledge.

[@powdergangster83]

So awesome that you guys share this lifesaving information!! You guys are the greatest!

[@icanbreathenow1]

Great energy and great, clear instruction! First time watching you guys and really like this. I have been wanting to learn jujitsu for a long while now...gives me motivation!

[@cward1811]

This is a great video. I wasn't actually intending on doing the exercise myself, but watching for research for writing I am doing. But the more I watch, the more I feel like giving it a go. Super stuff!

[@camilomanuelrissopatron9764]

Poxa camaradas! Vocês são incríveis! Obrigado pelo seu trabalho! Axé familia Gracie!!!!

[@DR-Phantom]

I originally come from a kickboxing background, but haven't been in practice for a long while now. I really appreciate BJJ and it's effectiveness in all situations. Thank you for this and your work :)

[@indianumberonecountry]

Thanks for uploading this guys. Ive been looking for something like this. Im a ‘fencer’ (lol). Just got fired from my job so i have a bunch of time on my hands. No better way to spend it than learning my first martial arts principles from one of the GOATS of his craft and a beautiful badass woman who i dont yet know the name of. Thanks for this yall.

[@orinthiamartin1189]

Thank you for posting this!

[@luigitarallo2690]

Great video. 2 years ago I got a severe knee injury which took me out of the mat since then. I am still waiting for an op and can't train at school but this video can litterally teach me more than many real live lessons. Respect

[@zagor1453]

How many thousands of ppls life changed bc of this guy ,,,what beautiful purpose in this life for giving a ppl confidence, ....they are truly blessed and chosen ones

[@MrManJoseph]

Great video, can tell the instructors know their stuff!

[@franka1957]

I was very impressed with your video of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for Beginners, I think everyone should learn jiu-jitsu techniques. I studied Jiu-Jitsu in Japan and I found it far more useful than kickboxing in real world attacks. Jiu-Jitsu literally saved my life several times during my travels in Europe and Asia.

[@AhatiMaat]

Thank you Eve and Rener for this FREE lesson.

[@AtencioPhotography]

Thanks for posting it here!!!

[@andryranivoarizaka9772]

Very impressive. This definitely makes me wanna learn jiu jitsu. Thanks for sharing guys, you're awsome !

[@rusavolk]

Good stuff, thank you for sharing. You two are the best.

[@vasiavisilievic1873]

You guys are brilliant teachers, and this video is a gold mine.

[@shaymc1977]

They're such great teachers, they have such a positive energy.👍🥋

[@alexanderm3777]

This was very helpful and inspiring to me as someone who has been weakened from brain surgery It helps me to know that their are other ways out there to subdue the aggressor. I thank you for making this video and hope you still are making videos. 🙏🏻

[@De-Luz]

This was amazing! We don’t have jujutsu where I live so I went solo thanks a lot!🙏🏽💯

[@fearlessali2852]

Can't stop thanking both of you... BOTH OF YOU REALLY TEACH AND TRAIN WITH A GREAT HEART.. ......from India.

[@jabalhoque6426]

I love your enthusiasm when you teach, the passion for the art and teaching really comes through, well done Nice content too

[@MatyasLemberTutorials]

I cannot express how useful this video is. You guys are very friendly and really gave me a positive first time experince to Jiu Jitzu. Will sign up for a class for sure in my area

[@joydeepmarak5043]

THank you so much for doing this guys. This is soooooo helpful!!!

[@imsadpotato]

Thank you this is just what I needed. Keep up the good work

[@summersk1n]

i just started bjj classes and i wanted to have more of a reference point with what im learning, wanted to say hats off to both of you for putting out educational self defense content, i love it, and im sure that a lot of others are thankful to you for it, god bless

[@pat-riot278]

I work with aggressive psych patients. This information is exactly what I need. Thank you so much for this.

[@omarvega7540]

Thank You for this Great information.. Your the Best 👌💯

[@TheLankyWoodsman]

Just got off the fence today! I'm hooked

[@alliem1517]

Thank you for showing the moves partnered as well as individually!

[@corbin3196]

Wow I literally had my first class just yesterday. This will be a massive help!

[@suhulahmed7422]

Hows it going now?

[@peterbigblock]

One thing I like about this video is how often they stress being able to run. It’s so easy to forget that self-defense has one goal: escape to safety. Excellent instruction and excellent mindset.

[@cosmic0s]

one of the best bjj instructor in the world thanks for all

[@brandonhaynes7540]

Subtlety the best BJJ intro available. Been watching the Gracies demos for some time and my first impression was practiced fake enthusiasm, but these guys genuinely desire to empower, the fact that they were reared with class is evident.

[@dabosssss3911]

Thanks 🙏🏿 for posting all these techniques I really appreciate it 💝 🏆🥇🥈🥉🏅

[@SpeedyRagzales]

Thanks for uploading this!!! I had to leave half way through!

[@manaman6559]

The chemistry and like ability of you guys is insane loved every minute of this video

[@neverforgettr2276]

Thank you for sharing this with people. Powerful stuff.

[@0075KP]

Love this!!!

[@Passport-Bro]

He has so much self defence knowledge!

[@buhoymag]

Thank you so much, I knew this trick, but now I learned some very important nuances!

[@RobertoBren]

Great solid, simple, effective and time proven techniques that are well explained.👍🥋

[@Iron-Bridge]

You guys are saving lives. Especially for the rest of us who are removed from jiu jitsu classes.

[@aclipson9244]

Love Gracie BJJ, great techniques, explanations, tips and instructors need to do some instruction in the uk. 👍👏

[@seanvti]

It's definitely on the rise, I live in a small-ish town in Northern Ireland and there's 3 BJJ gyms in the town that have sprung up in the past 10 years alone. I know that a few 10th Planet gyms are open in mainland UK. I know your point is about Gracie BJJ, but it seems like it'll only be a matter of time with how the sport has grown, thanks to the likes of MMA

[@fearlessali2852]

Thank a lot for your effort and hard work to defend ourselves 🙏... . .BEST COUPLE TEACHERS AND TRAINERS 👍

[@crispyone2564]

Rener would be the coolest Dad ever. If every kid had a dad with his wisdom and temperament the world would be a different place.

[@KingKhaoz]

When you explained “Fencers” I realised that was exactly me!

[@whitebeltwilly1344]

Damn they really called me out right away with that fencer bit lmao

[@benjiecruz9167]

The Best Gracie Ju-jitsu decision! To share & educate millions who sincerely loves this defense martial arts.

[@Kevin-er1pp]

Amazing teachers who really explain every move and techniques thoroughly....You too are exceptional teachers .....

[@moonscarr6739]

I bought a Jiu-Jitsu dummy a while back and now I can put it to good use!

[@bazkrekkerirl]

is it like a life sized puppet? I literally have no idea😂

[@moonscarr6739]

@@bazkrekkerirl yeah you just have to stuff it with Polyfill. I got it off Amazon and it’s been great.

[@bazzuz]

I have a sex doll too, I can finally out it to second use.

[@S3aCa1mRa1n]

Do you think it’s effective ?

[@moonscarr6739]

@@S3aCa1mRa1n due to the pandemic, it’s good to at least keep your movement fluent. Also, I will say it’s more for beginners.

[@mapofg6095]

You are a wonderful couple 😊

[@jonathangarcia7076]

Rener you had me at "fencer" lol i was a fencer for 12 years and FINALLY!!! FINALLY STARTED BJJ!! Thank you and all other martial artists for motivating me to be a better me. I cant express it enough, mma is saving my life❤🙏🙏🙏

[@omarhamo8554]

i WAS BORN IN Copacabana, living in California and back to Rio. Could not expect any less from a Gracie's members, Cheers , obrigado!

[@caocao2itsmytimenow69]

OMG, that incident on the train! Prayers for all those who want to learn self defense to protect ourselves to learn it fast and be comfortable applying what we learn if needed!

[@J3unG]

This won't help in most situations. Hardcore tough guys won't go to the ground no matter what you do.

[@seanvti]

@@J3unG you've never seen someone proficient in bjj, have you?

[@nuggystan9128]

@@J3unG they can fight momentum, gravity, leverage through their sheer hardcore-ness? lmao

[@jdmnismo7]

Is it possible to still submit my combatives test online even though I also train at a CTC or do I need to let me instructor tell me when I'm able to test for my comabtives belt and get the ok from them first? I never really understood how that works.

[@russellwestbrook9542]

pls do more never stop provide this high quality content

[@abcminime]

This is beautiful science. Best BJJ instructions video i have see so far

[@DutchUltra]

"why am I hugging this guy?" lol XTC is one hell of a drug

[@rwdchannel2901]

If you get knocked to the ground and someone jumps on you then the basic BJJ in this video will save your life.

[@TristanMundell]

Yes

[@arcangelbeats1640]

Im glad i can learn to defend myself with this kind of guides. Its really useful and i like to train BJJ even tho im more of a Boxer now.

[@bayanm.3564]

Thank you for sharing knowledge

[@User-is2kf]

Damn this is what my Jiu jitsu coach told me to too when i first started.

[@MiorM90]

He probably watched this video

[@User-is2kf]

@@MiorM90 yeah 😂 im blue belt 🙌🙌

[@Andaraawoosiyyah]

I have a school two minutes from my house ... I’m running out of excuses

[@chemhead]

If you never went bro, I feel sad you didn’t chase it

[@Andaraawoosiyyah]

@@chemhead yep, plus I have sciatica now

[@chemhead]

@@Andaraawoosiyyah I start today my friend!

[@iamshredder3587]

Two minutes? You lucky so and so! 😒😜 I have a ninety minute drive to my judo and grappling classes each week, sometimes twice a week. Each way. So... yeah no excuses lol. Hope you went, and soon after you wrote this... then if you kept at it you should be getting pretty dangerous by now no?

[@ashishgaming4316]

Bully?

[@wylieecoyote]

Great practical self defense techniques. Hands down this is the best on the web and great that you are trying to help others.

[@charlieinthebox9167]

It is really awesome that you are doing this. Thank you.

[@Ultima18769]

"You had me at bbj" Time for me to stop painting the fence Miyagi style!!

[@weshawkins7165]

64 years old and just had prostate surgery so I’m on the sidelines watching.

[@deuce222x]

just had ulnar nerve surgery so as am i but this is very enertaining while i cant do much.

[@Scorch1028]

I also have aches and pains. That’s why I carry a gun. Most violent criminals are “decades younger than me.” BJJ is great - for buying me enough time to reach for my firearm.

[@Rbugland]

You guys are awesome! Thank you so much.

[@hollysorensen6361]

You guys are awesome! This was a great intro into the practical uses for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

[@bigG88]

I feel like there should be a law: either be a BJJ master OR have a hot wife. Having both is just greedy.

[@lowlowseesee]

FACTS hahahaha

[@doubleeeeeee]

@@ClaytonV dont hit on women at the gym theyre there to train not to find a husband

[@brentondudley3925]

The real question is who is tougher? My money is on Eve. You gotta be tough to be a pro wrestler

[@Monochrome93]

@@ClaytonV it is kind of ironic how the women I know who complain the most about not being able to find someone are the same ones that are never open to being approached.

[@bluedog9177]

She ight

[@SuperRichb34]

Former cop, and cops get zero training on the ground….but every cop should have this training as a standard…

[@jennacorre8084]

You guys are a blessing. Thanks for sharing and caring!

[@bobwilliams2711]

wow can watch these all day thx for the long vids to explain it in detail this stuff will save your life