Levels
No gi. Four levels.
A level is defined by what you can demonstrate.
No gi, always
We train no gi. Every player has a uniform, a fitted training top and shorts in their league's colours.
You train the way you play. Academy members buy the uniform when they sign up. It is optional for Rec.
For your first day, a t-shirt and shorts is fine. Bring a mouthguard.
The four levels
01
Beginner
You are learning the sport.
You are learning the sport. The positions, the transitions, the escapes and the submissions. Every week covers one position and you work through all four. This is where everybody starts, and there is no time limit on it.
02
Intermediate
You understand the sport.
You have a fundamental understanding of the sport. You know where you are in any position, what your options are, and where they lead. You are starting to feel confident and well rounded rather than reliant on two or three things that work.
03
Advanced
You meet the standard.
Advanced is not a judgement call. It is a measured standard, based on your ability to execute against Intermediate players. Every round you play is recorded — which position, which game, how often you score and from where. You can see your own numbers at any time and you can see exactly what the standard requires. When you meet it, you are eligible, and a coach confirms it. Nobody is promoted because somebody likes them and nobody is held back because they are quiet. The number is the same for everybody and it is public. Advanced players are the most experienced in the room. At this level you are refining your game rather than building it.
04
Pro
You are among the best, and you want to compete.
The competition team. Advanced players in the top one percent who want to compete against other League teams for money. It is earned, not selected. Most people never go here and that is completely fine.
How you move up
Beginner to Intermediate
You understand the sport.
You have a fundamental understanding of the positions, transitions, escapes and submissions.
Intermediate to Advanced
You meet the standard, measured against Intermediate players.
Your recorded rounds show you can execute against Intermediate players, and a coach confirms it.
Advanced to Pro
You are among the best, and you want to compete.
You are in the top one percent of Advanced players and you want to compete against other League teams for money.
One free week. All of it.
Learn the position with everybody else through the week, then play on game day with your name on the board.