If you’ve achieved the rank of blue belt or higher, and you would like to continue on the path to black belt in a safe, structured, and friendly learning environment, the Master Cycle is for you! Scroll down to learn more about this groundbreaking advanced Gracie Jiu-Jitsu program!Įvery Master Cycle lesson begins with a 15-20 minute review/warm-up period during which you will review previous lessons or explore techniques you may have learned online through Gracie University. The Master Cycle’s unique structure simplifies the journey to black belt by organizing all of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu into seven positional chapters (Mount, Side Mount, Guard, Half Guard, Back Mount, Leg Locks, Standing), each of which is studied for several months before moving on to the next chapter. Beyond blue belt, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu ® consists of hundreds of advanced techniques organized into a clearly defined, systematic curriculum called the Master Cycle ®.