Online Training Academies

Some people say they’re ineffective – although there’s nothing that beats a real live coach whose willing to train you and train you well – an online programme can be very effective. Various courses in nursing etc… have used online tools to teach basic surgery skills and used videos to assess competence at various points in the programme – now if the medical profession can do it – BJJ is no more complicated or critical than that !

I’ve found a couple of sites one is the Gracie university – http://www.gracieuniversity.com/ – you’re learning with the creators right in your gym / garage. I’ve tried a few of these lessons and they’re absolutely superb in detail you just need a regular partner. The great thing you get is a blue belt certificate from the Gracies themselves which makes it worth just going through the programme even if you have the belt – the system is quite comprehensive which makes it different to the way most instructors will judge your level – fitness, aggressiveness, and technique. You may be a blue but not know some of the detail in these videos – worth every cent.

The other site I’ve found is Marcelo Garcia’s – https://www.mginaction.com/Default.aspx?referrer=michaelzenga – the problem with this site is its really just a library of moves – ok the instruction is excellent on the video but what’s the point if you’re not getting assessed – if anyone has some real experience with this site I’d love to hear from you.

Stay on the mat and stay healthy !! Until the next time.