Your Complete Guide to BJJ Belt Progression
In-depth guides for every belt level, skill tracking tools, organization requirements, and proven tips to accelerate your jiu-jitsu journey.
Belt Guides
Detailed breakdowns of what to focus on at each belt level.
Skill Tracker
Track your progress through techniques at each level.
Requirements
Compare promotion requirements across major organizations.
Level Up Tips
Proven strategies to accelerate your progression.
Explore Each Belt Level
Click on any belt to dive deep into what you should focus on, common mistakes to avoid, and tips to accelerate your progress.
The beginning of your jiu-jitsu journey. Focus on survival, learning basic positions, and developing a love for the art.
You understand the basics and can survive against most white belts. Time to develop your A-game and chain techniques together.
You're becoming dangerous. Your game has depth and you can handle most situations. Time to refine and innovate.
You're a technical expert approaching mastery. Your game is refined and you can handle almost anyone. Focus on the details.
The beginning of true mastery. You've demonstrated proficiency in all aspects. Now the real learning begins.
Quick Progression Tips
View AllConsistency Over Intensity
Training 3x per week consistently beats training 6x per week for a month then burning out.
Drill to Win
Dedicate time to drilling techniques, not just sparring. Repetition builds muscle memory.
Train with Everyone
Roll with people bigger, smaller, newer, and more experienced. Each teaches different lessons.
Keep a Training Journal
Write down what you learned, what worked, and what didn't. Review it regularly.
White BeltFocus on Escapes First
As a white belt, being hard to submit is more valuable than attempting submissions.
White BeltDevelop Your Game
At blue belt, start building your A-game. What positions and techniques suit your body?
Blue BeltReady to Track Your BJJ Journey?
Log your training sessions, track techniques learned, and visualize your progress from white belt to black belt with BJJChat.
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