Welcome to Week 3 at Gracie Barra Centennial!
We’re excited to roll into another week of progress and purpose on the mats. Whether you’re just starting out or refining your skills, our Week 3 curriculum brings targeted techniques to each of our programs—Tiny Champions, Little Champions 1 & 2, Adults Fundamentals (GB1), and All Levels (GB2). Plus, we have exciting sessions lined up for both women and advanced students!
👶 Tiny Champions & Little Champions 1
Class A:
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Self-Defense: Push Break Fall + Feet on the Hip + Push + Technical Lift + Ready Stance
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Ground Technique: Opening the Guard by Pushing the Knee ➝ Over Guard Pass ➝ Mount Control
Class B:
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Stand-Up Technique: Foot Sweep
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Ground Technique: Guard Top control + Mount
🟨 Specific Training Focus: Guard Top
🧒 Little Champions 2
Class A:
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Self-Defense: Distance Management + Head Cover Punches + Body Lock ➝ Takedown or Back Take
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Ground Technique: Instructor’s Choice – Guard Passing
Class B:
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Stand-Up Technique: Body Lock + Outside Hook Takedown
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Ground Technique: Instructor’s Choice – Guard Passing
🟧 Specific Training Focus: Guard Top
🥋 GB1 – Adult Fundamentals
Class A:
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Self-Defense (Strike): Jab Slip ➝ Double Leg Takedown
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Ground: Safe Posture ➝ Knee Elbow Guard Opening ➝ Side Mount Control
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Drill: Pass the Guard ➝ Mount ➝ Bridge Mount Escape
Class B:
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Self-Defense (Strike): Cross Punch Slip ➝ Single Leg Takedown
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Ground: Open the Guard Standing Up Holding the Sleeve ➝ Knee Slide Pass ➝ Side Mount
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Drill: Pass the Guard ➝ Side Mount ➝ Bridge Mount Escape
🟦 Specific Training Focus: Guard Top
💬 GB1 Talking Point: The GB Uniform
🟣 GB2 – All Levels (Adults)
Class A & B:
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Stand-Up/Self-Defense Technique: Leg Grabs
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Ground Technique: Guard Top
🟪 Specific Training Focus: Guard Top
🥊 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 – 6 PM
This week, we’re working on a crucial combination:
✅ Cross punch slip ➝ Single leg takedown
✅ Passing the guard once on the ground
This class is perfect for women of all skill levels who want to build confidence, awareness, and physical self-protection.
⏱️ 30-Minute BJJ Focus Sessions
Want extra mat time to sharpen specific techniques?
Join us for our BJJ Focus Sessions, where this week’s spotlight is on leg grabs and passing the guard. Come ready to work hard and level up!
💬 Word of the Week: Focus
In Jiu-Jitsu, focus is more than keeping your eyes on your opponent. It’s the ability to be fully present—mentally and physically—through every movement, grip, and transition.
Focus helps you adapt, anticipate, and react effectively. Whether you’re training, competing, or navigating life off the mats, this skill separates the good from the great.
Let’s keep showing up, paying attention to the details, and improving 1% every day. See you on the mats!
📅 Remember to reserve your classes on ZenPlanner App or ZenPlanner website.
🔗 Sign up for a free trial class today! Check out our schedule here and give us a call at 720-541-8515 or email us at info@gbcentennial.com!
