VANGUARD ACADEMY

Free 4-Week Beginner Jiu-Jitsu Video Course (Men Only)

Thinking About Jiu-Jitsu — But Not Ready to Walk Into a Class Yet?

This free 4-week video course is designed for adult men who are curious about jiu-jitsu but want to understand how it works, what Vanguard teaches, and what to expect before stepping on the mats.

  • 5-Part Video Course

  • Men • Beginners

  • Instant Access (Username + Password)

Sneak preview of the course

WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR

This Course is For Men Who....

  • Have heard about jiu-jitsu for years but keep putting it off

  • Are interested, but feel unsure or intimidated by their first class

  • Want to understand the goals of jiu-jitsu before training

  • Want to see Vanguard’s teaching style and overall vibe

  • Don’t want to walk into a gym feeling lost or out of place

This is not a workout program.

It’s preparation — mentally and practically.

WHY THIS COURSE EXISTS

Most men don’t avoid jiu-jitsu because they’re lazy.

They avoid it because:

  • They don’t know what will happen in class

  • They don’t want to feel awkward or behind

  • They’re busy — and keep pushing it off “until later”

This course was created to remove that friction.

By the end of these four weeks, you’ll understand:

  • What jiu-jitsu is actually about

  • How Vanguard structures training

  • What beginners really do in class

  • Why you don’t need to be “in shape” first

The goal is simple:

"Help you feel comfortable walking into your first class"

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN (COURSE BREAKDOWN)

This is a 5-part video series, released over 4 weeks.

Introduction

  • What jiu-jitsu is

  • How Vanguard approaches training

  • What beginners should actually focus on

Week 1: Takedowns

  • Why takedowns matter

  • How control and balance work

  • What beginners are expected to learn

Week 2: Submissions

  • What submissions really are (and aren’t)

  • Safety, tapping, and control

  • Why technique matters more than strength

Week 3: Sweeps

  • Using leverage instead of force

  • How smaller or less athletic people succeed

  • The problem-solving side of jiu-jitsu

Week 4: Pin Escapes

  • Staying calm under pressure

  • Why escapes are a beginner priority

  • Building confidence in bad positions

HOW ACCESS WORKS

  • Enter your name, email, and phone number

  • Get instant access to the course

  • Receive a username and password via email and text

  • Watch on your own schedule

  • Optional email & SMS reminders to keep you on track

  • No pressure. No obligation.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER?

HOW ACCESS WORKS

During or after the 4 weeks, you’ll be invited to:

  • Try a class at Vanguard Academy

  • Ask questions about training or scheduling

  • Decide if jiu-jitsu is something you want to pursue

  • Trying a class is optional — but most people feel ready well before the course ends.

WHY VANGUARD ACADEMY?

  • Highly reputable academy

  • New adults start every single week

  • Safe, structured training environment

  • Chill, no-ego culture

    Coaches who stay current with modern jiu-jitsu

This course gives you a real look at how we teach — not a sales pitch.

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