Basic Jiu-Jitsu

Basic Jiu-Jitsu

Browse our comprehensive library of techniques and drills that form our Basic Jiu-Jitsu program. This program focuses on introductory techniques from every major position - closed guard, half guard, side control, back control, and mount - that will help you develop a strong foundation for your jiu-jitsu journey!

BELT RANK:

- White, Blue and Purple Belts.

PROGRAM GOALS:

- Introduce students to all positions and situations;
- Build coordination and learn jiu jitsu movements;
- Understand core concepts and ideas;

CURRICULUM INCLUDES:

- Beginner jiu jitsu techniques;
- Overview of all foundation positions and situations;
- Mobility and agility drills

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Basic Jiu-Jitsu
  • Breaking the Grips to Single Leg Takedown

    Atos HQ black belt Michael Perez teaches Breaking the Grips to Single Leg Takedown, during the basic class on 06/06/2018.

    Mike Perez received his black belt from Andre Galvao in October 2017. He is a Kasai II Grand Prix silver medalist; a IBJJF Pans No-Gi bronze medalist; and a 2x ADCC US Trial...

  • Simple Brabo Choke From Side Control

    Atos HQ Head Black Belt Andre Galvao teaches a Simple Brabo Choke From Side Control, during the Basic Jiu-Jitsu class on 02/22/2017.

    Andre Galvao is one of the greatest BJJ athletes of all time, with 6 IBJJF World Championship titles, 10 IBJJF Pan American Championships, and 6 ADCC World Champi...

  • Basic Side Control Bridging Escape Using Frames

    World Champion Atos HQ black belt Michael Perez teaches a basic side control escape, during the basics class on 09/26/2018.

    Mike Perez received his black belt from Andre Galvao in October 2017. He is a Kasai II Grand Prix silver medalist; a IBJJF Pans No-Gi bronze medalist; and a 2x ADCC US Tri...

  • Basic Omoplata Attack From Open Lasso Guard

    Worlds Medalist Gi & No Gi (colored belts) Atos HQ black belt Mike Carbullido teaches an omoplata attack from open guard, during the 6:15pm class on 05/22/2018.

    It's all about combining your techniques, always far seen what can happen next in each situation.

    Mike Carbullido received his black...

  • 2 Back Takes Form Butterfly Guard

    World Champ Atos HQ black belt Michael Liera Jr. teaches 2 great ways to attack the back from butterfly guard, during the9am fundamentals class on 07/23/2019.

    Michael Liera Jr. received his black belt from Andre Galvao in November 2014. He is a IBJJF Pan Champion; a IBJJF Europeans Champion; an...

  • Sweep From De la Riva Guard to Side Control

    Atos HQ black belt Dominique Bell teaches Sweep From De la Riva Guard to Side Control , during the basic class on 05/03/2018.

    Dom Bell received his black belt from Andre Galvao in October 2018. He is an IBJJF Black Belt Pans medalist and a IBJJF World and World No-Gi Champion (at Purple & Brown...

  • Basic Half Guard Recovery when Opponent Has Underhook

    Atos HQ black belt Dominique Bell teaches Basic Half Guard Recovery when Opponent Has Underhook, during the Basic Jiu Jitsu class on 02/27/2018.

    Dom Bell received his black belt from Andre Galvao in October 2018. He is an IBJJF Black Belt Pans medalist and a IBJJF World and World No-Gi Champion...

  • Basic Details on the Kata Guruma Takedown

    Atos HQ Head Black Belt Andre Galvao teaches Basic Details on the Kata Guruma Takedown, during the Basic Jiu Jitsu class on 05/01/2018.

    Andre Galvao is one of the greatest BJJ athletes of all time, with 6 IBJJF World Championship titles, 10 IBJJF Pan American Championships, and 6 ADCC World Cha...

  • Details on Passing Half Guard Knee Shield with Knee Cut

    Atos HQ black belt Michael Liera Jr. teaches Details on Passing Half Guard Knee Shield with Knee Cut, during the Basic Jiu Jitsu class on 03/05/2019.

    Michael Liera Jr. received his black belt from Andre Galvao in November 2014. He is a IBJJF Pan Champion; a IBJJF Europeans Champion; and a 3x IB...

  • Escape from 50/50 Guard & Passing to Side Control

    Atos HQ black belt Dominique Bell teaches Escape from 50/50 Guard & Passing to Side Control, during the Basic Jiu Jitsu class on 11/29/2017.

    Dom Bell received his black belt from Andre Galvao in October 2018. He is an IBJJF Black Belt Pans medalist and a IBJJF World and World No-Gi Champion (at...

  • Setting Up the Single Leg X Guard from Knee Shield

    Atos HQ black belt Dominique Bell teaches Setting Up the Single Leg X Guard from Knee Shield, during the Basic Jiu Jitsu class on 03/30/2017.

    Dom Bell received his black belt from Andre Galvao in October 2018. He is an IBJJF Black Belt Pans medalist and a IBJJF World and World No-Gi Champion (a...

  • Concepts for Passing the Half Guard

    Atos HQ black belt Dominique Bell teaches Concepts for Passing the Half Guard, during the basics class on 02/22/2017.

    Dom Bell received his black belt from Andre Galvao in October 2018. He is an IBJJF Black Belt Pans medalist and a IBJJF World and World No-Gi Champion (at Purple & Brown).

    Ins...

  • Sweep From De la Riva Guard to Side Control

    Atos HQ black belt Mike Carbullido teaches Sweep From De la Riva Guard to Side Control, during the basic class on 04/19/2018.

    Mike Carbullido received his black belt from Andre Galvao in December 2017. He represents the island of Guam, and is one of Atos HQ’s top kid’s instructors.

    Instagram: ...

  • Triangle Attack From Collar & Sleeve DLR Guard | Action Reaction

    World Champion Atos HQ black belt Dominique Bell teaches Basic & Powerful Triangle Attack From Collar & Sleeve DLR Guard | Action Reaction, during the 745pm fundamentals class on 12/06/2017.

    Dom Bell received his black belt from Andre Galvao in October 2018. He is an IBJJF Black Belt Pans medal...

  • C Grip Toreando Pass Variation Using The Leg Drag Knee Tap Concept

    World Champion Atos HQ brown belt Dominique Bell teaches the C Grip Toreando Pass, during the 545pm women's class on .

    Dom Bell received his black belt from Andre Galvao in October 2018. He is an IBJJF Black Belt Pans medalist and a IBJJF World and World No-Gi Champion (at brown).

    Instagram: ...

  • Side Smash Guard Pass from De La Riva

    Atos HQ black belt Lucas Barbosa teaches Side Smash Guard Pass from De La Riva, during the Basic Jiu Jitsu class on 02/21/2018.

    Lucas Barbosa received his black belt from Andre Fabiano in July 2015, before moving to California to train with Andre Galvao at the Atos Jiu-Jitsu Headquarters. He is...

  • Basic Wrist Lock Submission From Stand Up Position

    No Gi World Champ, ADCC Veteran, and Atos HQ black belt Michael Perez teaches the Basic Wrist Lock Submission, during the 730am Fundamentals class on 06/13/2018.

    Although wrist locks are very effective if done properly, they are not common submission in the BJJ. Wrist lock can be done from def...

  • Basic Side Control Escape - Bridge to Hip Escape to Closed Guard

    Atos HQ black belt Michael Perez teaches Basic Side Control Escape with Bridge to Hip Escape to Closed Guard, during the Basic Jiu-Jitsu class on 10/10/2018.

    Mike Perez received his black belt from Andre Galvao in October 2017. He is a Kasai II Grand Prix silver medalist; a IBJJF Pans No-Gi bro...

  • Half Guard Smash Pass from Butterfly Guard to Mount

    Atos HQ black belt Dominique Bell teaches Half Guard Smash Pass from Butterfly Guard to Mount, during the Basic Jiu-Jitsu class on 08/14/2017.

    Dom Bell received his black belt from Andre Galvao in October 2018. He is an IBJJF Black Belt Pans medalist and a IBJJF World and World No-Gi Champion (...

  • Basic Deep Half Guard Pass

    Atos HQ black belt Mike Carbullido teaches Basic Deep Half Guard Pass, during the Basic Jiu-Jitsu class on 09/13/2017.

    Mike Carbullido received his black belt from Andre Galvao in December 2017. He represents the island of Guam, and is one of Atos HQ’s top kid’s instructors.

    Instagram: @mikeca...

  • Kimura Trap from Single Leg Defense + Kimura and Arm Bar Finish

    Atos HQ Head Black Belt Andre Galvao teaches Kimura Trap from Single Leg Defense + Kimura and Arm Bar Finish, during the Basic Jiu Jitsu class on 02/20/2017.

    Andre Galvao is one of the greatest BJJ athletes of all time, with 6 IBJJF World Championship titles, 10 IBJJF Pan American Championships...

  • Maintaining the Mount Position + Loop Choke and Arm Bar

    Atos HQ Head Black Belt Andre Galvao teaches Maintaining the Mount Position + Loop Choke and Arm Bar, during the Basic Jiu Jitsu class on 11/29/2017.

    Andre Galvao is one of the greatest BJJ athletes of all time, with 6 IBJJF World Championship titles, 10 IBJJF Pan American Championships, and 6 ...

  • Hooks Guard Sweep + Mounted Kimura

    Atos HQ black belt Josh Hinger teaches Hooks Guard Sweep + Mounted Kimura, during the Basic Jiu Jitsu class on 04/19/2017.

    Josh Hinger received his black belt from Andre Galvao in December 2013. He is a 3x IBJJF Black Belt World No-Gi Champion; a 2x IBJJF Black Belt American Nationals Champion ...

  • Half Guard Knee Shield to Dog Fight to Back Take

    Atos HQ black belt Mike Carbullido teaches Half Guard Knee Shield to Dog Fight to Back Take, during the Basic Jiu-Jitsu class on 10/02/2019.

    Mike Carbullido received his black belt from Andre Galvao in December 2017. He represents the island of Guam, and is one of Atos HQ’s top kid’s instructor...