Street Readiness in 23 Lessons!
The 40 techniques in the Gracie Fundamentals program are the most important techniques in all of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. The 40 techniques have been strategically divided into 23 one-hour classes. Absolutely no experience is necessary to participate in any class, and the 23 lessons can be completed in any order.
Reflex Development Class (RD Class)
Once you have attended each class twice, you qualify to attend the RD Classes. This is where you will learn the advanced combinations that will sharpen your reflexes and boost your confidence to the next level!
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Fundamentals Belt Qualification Test
Once you complete each Gracie Fundamentals class three times and you perfect the 40 techniques in every possible combination, you can test for your Fundamentals Belt. To watch a complete demo of the test, please visit our online videos.
| Class | Techniques |
|---|---|
| 23 Classes | 40 Essential Techniques |
| 1 | Trap and Roll Escape – MountClinch Takedown |
| 2 | Americana Armlock – MountClinch (Aggressive) + Pisao (Def) |
| 3 | Positional Control – MountClinch (Conservative) + Pisao (Off) |
| 4 | Take the Back + R.N.C. – MountClinch Wall Takedown |
| 5 | Punch Block Stage (1&2) – GuardRear Choke Defence (Standing) |
| 6 | Straight Armlock – MountGuillotine Defense |
| 7 | Triangle Choke – GuardFront Single Hand Grab Defence |
| 8 | Hook Sweep – GuardRear Takedown |
| 9 | Elbow Escape – MountPull Guard |
| 10 | Positional Control – Side MountDouble Leg Takedown (Aggressive) |
| 11 | Headlock Counters – MountStanding Headlock Defence |
| 12 | Headlock Escape 1 – Side MountStanding Armlock |
| 13 | Straight Armlock – GuardClinch (Aggressive) + Piaso (Def) |
| 14 | Double Ankle Sweep – GuardGuillotine Choke (Guard Pull) |
| 15 | Headlock Escape 2 – Side MountClinch (Conservative) + Piaso (Off) |
| 16 | Escapes – Side MountClinch Wall Takedown |
| 17 | Kimura Armlock – GuardClinch Takedown |
| 18 | Punch Block Stage (4&5) – GuardBicep Block & Power Push |
| 19 | Tripod Sweep – GuardGuillotine Defence |
| 20 | Take the Back – GuardStanding Headlock Defence |
| 21 | Elbow Escape – Side MountRear Takedown |
| 22 | Twisting Arm Control – MountPull Guard |
| 23 | Double Underhook Pass – GuardDouble Leg Takedown (Conservative) |
