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Blue Belt Guide
18-36 months
You understand the basics and can survive against most white belts. Time to develop your A-game and chain techniques together.
Blue Belt Mindset
This is where many quit. Stay humble, embrace the plateau, and trust the process.
What to Focus On
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Developing your game style2
Chaining attacks together3
Guard retention4
Passing fundamentals5
Submission defense6
Takedown basicsEssential Techniques
Half Guard
guardThe versatile half guard position
Knee Shield
guardUsing knee shield for distance
Over-Under Pass
passingFundamental pressure pass
Knee Cut Pass
passingQuick knee slice through guard
Kimura
submissionThe versatile shoulder lock
Americana
submissionShoulder lock from side control
Guillotine
submissionFront headlock choke
Double Leg
takedownWrestling double leg takedown
Single Leg
takedownWrestling single leg takedown
Butterfly Sweep
sweepSweep using butterfly hooks
Common Mistakes
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Thinking you know enough✕
Neglecting positions you're weak at✕
Only training with lower belts✕
Not competing (if available)✕
Blue belt blues - losing motivationTips for Success
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Develop 2-3 go-to techniques from each position✓
Start studying your losses✓
Work on your weakest position deliberately✓
Consider competing to test your skills✓
Help teach white belts - it reinforces your knowledgePurple Belt Requirements
| Organization | Minimum Time | Requirements | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| IBJJF | 2 years at blue | Age: 16 years | Must be registered blue belt for 2 years |
| Gracie Academy | 2-3 years at blue | Techniques: 100 | Master Cycle modules |
| Alliance | 2-3 years at blue | Sparring: Regular competition encouraged | |
| 10th Planet | 2-3 years at blue | Mastery of 10P system | |
| Typical Academy | 2-4 years at blue | Demonstrated technical proficiency |
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