The Best Advice for Beginner BJJ Students at SBG Whitefish

For beginner BJJ students you will be exposed to many new experiences. It’s not easy to learn a new sport while wearing funny pajamas with an opponent in your personal space trying to dominate you. Here are some simple goals you can work on to fall in love with BJJ! At SBG Whitefish, we want you to get your jiu jitsu journey off to the best start.

Be consistent. A one-hour class, two days per week may not seem like a lot of training time, but don’t forget that you’re starting a new activity and routine. At SBG Whitefish, we designed the BJJ Foundations schedule so that you can adapt to this new training regimen without burning out. 

When you get invited to the Combat Athlete program, you can attend more classes and jump into Open Mat. No matter where you are in your jiu jitsu journey, following a consistent training schedule will keep you on the path to success!

Learn the warmups. Shrimps, rolls, break falls, and komodo dragons aren’t just warmups. They are some of the most fundamental movements in jiu jitsu. They will help you follow through with other jiu jitsu techniques such as escapes, transitions, guard defense, takedowns, and submissions. Becoming proficient in the warmups and the different methods will come much more accessible.

Be a good training partner. Although jiu jitsu is a fighting sport, our mats are a safe and respectful place to train. In our beginners BJJ class, you will learn the fundamentals of jiu jitsu and how to be a safe and considerate training partner before you receive your first stripe. Communicate with each other about pressure and resistance so you can learn and grow together!

Practice good hygiene. You will spend much time fighting in close quarters and getting covered in other people’s sweat. That is why we emphasize good hygiene practices so that our mats are a clean and safe place to train. We sanitize the mats in between classes, and we also educate our students on hygiene practices.

  • Always wear a clean uniform when you train.

  • Keep your fingernails and toenails clipped and trimmed.

  • Stay home if you feel sick or ill.

Whether you train BJJ for self-defense, to challenge yourself, or to stay fit and have fun, our BJJ programs will help you reach your goals. To start your BJJ training, fill out the form below!

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