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19
May

YOUR 6-WEEK BJJ COMPETITION BLUEPRINT
Whether it’s your first tournament or your tenth, preparing the right way can make a huge difference in how
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19
May

CURRICULUM OF THE WEEK: MAY 19 - 24
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15
May

Elevate Your Game: Join the Ultimate Jiu-Jitsu Training Camp in the Mountains!
The Elevation Jiu-Jitsu Training Camp 2026 is a premier event designed to elevate your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) skills through comprehensive
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11
May

3 BOOKS THAT SHAPED MY JOURNEY AS AN ATHLETE, INSTRUCTOR, AND LEADER
I haven’t always loved to read, but I’ve always loved to learn. Over the years, I’ve come across many great books, but these 3 completely changed my mindset. They didn’t just give me ideas—they gave me tools.
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10
May

CURRICULUM OF THE WEEK: MAY 12 - 17
Fundamentals Focus: Headlock Escapes Week
Theme: Defending common street and beginner-level control positions.
Lesson Objectives:
* Build confidence in defending headlocks
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04
May

CURRICULUM OF THE WEEK: BACK TO FUNDAMENTALS, MAY 5 - 10
This Week at EDJ Academy: Back to the Fundamentals
This week, we’re diving deep into the core fundamentals of
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25
Apr

END OF MONTH RECAP WEEK: WEEK OF APRIL 28 FOCUS – CLOSE GUARD, OMOPLATA, AND X GUARD
As we close out the month, we’re bringing it all together with a powerful week of review and reinforcement.
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18
Apr

GETTING BUTT-HURT WILL HURT YOUR JIU-JITSU
In Jiu-Jitsu, progress comes with discomfort. Not just physically—though sore muscles and bruises are part of the deal—but
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18
Apr

CURRICULUM OF THE WEEK: FOUNDATIONS OF X GUARD – CONTROL, SWEEPS, AND TAKING THE BACK
This week, we're diving into the Foundations of X Guard — one of the most effective open guard systems
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18
Apr

FIVE STEPS TO GREAT CLASSES
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