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Black Belt Crucibles | Volume 2

Black Belt Crucibles | Volume 2

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Black Belt Crucibles Volume 2 shows six different visions of what black belt looks like in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, each shaped by the practitioner's own background in ninjutsu, judo, Thai boxing, and Aikido. It's for anyone who wants to see a real black belt demonstration and find inspiration for their own path in jiu jitsu. 

6 Inspiring Visions of Black Belts in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu are now available to you.

These legendary crucibles, or black belt demonstrations, that these men have chosen to experience are technically challenging, physically demanding, and uniquely expressive.

The format is simple:  Mount Escapes, sidemount escapes, sweeps, guard passes, takedowns, and 10 combinations.  Then 4 rounds of sparring.  

Each demonstration is unique.  Each one captures the spirit of the practitioner.  Some are steady, and relentless.  Others are flowing and patient.  All are pushed to their limit in a display of courage and heart.

Black Belt 1: Hardee Merritt, showcases a smooth blend of standing to groundwork transitions influenced by his mastery of classical ninjutsu training.  

Black Belt 2: Chris Mikuta, also a black belt in Judo, faces a position by position recreation of my second-degree exam, and a straight to sparring approach.  The original Crucible format.

Black Belt 3: Devin Henry, in a never before seen video, shows the skills of a martial artist with exceptional movement and control.  Filmed at high elevation in the mountains of Wyoming, for extra challenge.  

Black Belt 4: Alex Paredes, a police officer, shows grit and relentless determination in his black belt demonstration.  New school movements are mixed with self-defense techniques.

Black Belt 5: Devin Turner, a former pro MMA fighter, showcases beautiful combinations of modern and classic techniques, with a tip of the hat to Thai Boxing too.  You'll rewatch this one many times.

Black Belt 6: Ray Feliciano, also an Aikido master, did an impressive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu demonstration in the mountains of North Carolina.  Performed in a private dojo, the video showcases the vast lands surrounding the Mountain Dojo, and leaves the viewer energized to follow the path to black belt for themselves.

Watch this video anytime for instant inspiration on your BJJ journey.

 

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FAQs

What is a black belt crucible in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
A crucible is Roy Dean's term for a black belt demonstration, a real test of skill and composure performed in front of others, not a scripted technique lesson.
What does a black belt test look like in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
There's no single format. Black Belt Crucibles Volume 2 shows six real demonstrations, each shaped by the practitioner, including escapes, guard passing, takedowns, technique combinations, and rounds of live sparring.
How do you become a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
Requirements vary by instructor and academy, but generally include years of consistent training and a demonstration of skill at the belt level below. Black Belt Crucibles Volume 2 shows what that demonstration can look like in practice.
What is Black Belt Crucibles Volume 2?
A collection of six black belt demonstrations from Roy Dean Academy, featuring Hardee Merritt, Chris Mikuta, Devin Henry, Alex Paredes, Devin Turner, and Ray Feliciano.
Does Roy Dean appear in Black Belt Crucibles Volume 2?
Yes. In Chris Mikuta's demonstration, Roy Dean recreates his own second degree exam position by position, before moving into live sparring.
Where was Black Belt Crucibles Volume 2 filmed?
Across several locations, including high elevation in the mountains of Wyoming for Devin Henry's demonstration, and a private dojo in the mountains of North Carolina for Ray Feliciano's.
Is Black Belt Crucibles Volume 2 a technique instructional?
No. It's not built to teach technique step by step. It's real black belt demonstrations, each showing how a different practitioner performs under pressure.