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Principles class

Understand the why, apply the how

Master the core concepts of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Understand the reasoning behind every movement and build a more technical, adaptable game.

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The head coach talks the class through a technique beside the studio's gallery wall.

The Rogue philosophy

Ideas that hold up under pressure

Real understanding comes from knowing the reasoning behind a position. In these sessions we explore the biomechanics and leverage that sit underneath the curriculum, so you can apply techniques when someone is actually resisting.

We go beyond isolated moves and teach you to link techniques into a game that holds together in live training. Whether you are building a foundation or refining years of practice, Principles develops situational awareness, stamina and functional strength on and off the mats.

Technical growth

Learn the core mechanics of BJJ so your technical understanding compounds over time instead of resetting each week.

Link and chain

Move past single techniques. Connect movements into a cohesive game with a next step in every scenario.

Total development

Build the situational awareness and functional fitness that serve you in training and in everyday life.

Class focus

The pillars of training

We focus on the ideas that make BJJ work — not just the moves, but the thinking behind them.

Comprehension

We break down the reasoning behind techniques so you can understand and retain them for live application.

Adaptation

Take core concepts and drill them until they suit your own body type and style, not somebody else's.

Connectivity

Train to link techniques together, so you always have a next step when the first one does not land.

Awareness

Develop the ability to read the mat, manage your energy and apply strength where it actually matters.

Weekly sessions

Join a Principles session

Principles class sessions each week
DayTimeClass
Monday5:45–6:45pmPrinciples
Wednesday6:15–7:00pmPrinciples
Thursday7:00–8:00amPrinciples

All classes are small-group member sessions, capped at twelve. To join us, please register in advance — we do not accept walk-ins, which is how we keep the environment safe and focused for everyone. See the full timetable.

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Build a game that grows with you

Your first week at Rogue is free, and the Monday evening Principles session is one of the eight sessions in it.

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