
FAQs
What are the basic rules of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
Position and control matter more than strikes. Matches are won by submission or points, and most schools expect beginners to focus on survival and control before learning submissions.
Is The White Belt Bible only about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
No. It is built around three different arts, Kodokan Judo, Aikikai Aikido, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, rather than BJJ alone.
Who is The White Belt Bible for?
Complete beginners with no prior martial arts experience, as well as anyone from other arts curious how Judo and Aikido principles carry into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
What should a beginner focus on when starting Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
Fundamentals over flashy technique, position before submission, and getting comfortable being uncomfortable. The White Belt Bible builds that foundation across three arts before narrowing into BJJ specifically.