Five Rings Grappling Academy - Mansfield

Another great session in the books in the All Levels gi class. Using positions to build a strong enough defence to launch attacks.

Weak Position will usually mean losing the battle.

Beginner No-Gi, done properly.

Last night's focus was on safe takedowns — learning how to enter, control, and bring a partner to the mat without chaos or unnecessary risk.

For beginners, takedowns aren’t about speed or strength. They’re about balance, posture, grips, and knowing how to look after both yourself and your training partner.

Build control first.
Add intensity later.

This is how confidence grows and injuries stay low.

This is what a healthy gym looks like. 🥋

White belts to black belts on the mat together.
Different experience levels, same standards.

Controlled sparring.
Good communication.
Everyone training with intent — and respect.

Busy rooms only work when the culture is right. When people know how to move, how to slow things down, and how to look after their training partners.

This is how you build skill, confidence, and longevity in Jiu Jitsu.

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