If you step on the mat thinking brute force is enough, the mat will teach you humility fast. Grappling isn’t slow — it’s a precise language of leverage and timing. Learn to speak it before you shout.
Training that actually helps: consistent drilling, positional sparring, and honest feedback from people who won’t coddle your ego. The sweetest victories are earned in repetition long before the spotlight finds you.
Core concepts to build every session
- Base and balance — stop falling like a smartphone.
- Transition speed — move between positions instead of pausing for selfies.
- Escape first mindset — if you can’t finish, don’t get finished.
| Drill | Time Per Round | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Positional sparring | 5–10 min | Improve escapes and control |
| Flow rolling | 3–5 min | Increase transition fluency |
| High-intensity takedown reps | 2–3 min | Build takedown reliability |
