BJJ Essential Tactics: Book 1 of the Dirty Dozen BJJ Curriculum by David Meyer & John Will
From the first Australian black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu—and one of the world-renowned Dirty Dozen—comes a practical, no-nonsense guide to mastering the core of the art.
Whether you’re a white belt finding your feet or a coach refining your teaching, Essential Tactics is your roadmap to clarity, control, and confidence on the mat.
John Will distills decades of training, teaching, and real-world experience into precise, actionable instruction designed to solve the problems that frustrate beginners and instructors alike. This is not a collection of random techniques—it’s a cohesive, conceptual approach to building a strong, adaptable BJJ foundation.
Inside you’ll discover:
- High-percentage techniques and when to apply them
- Core tactical frameworks for guard, passing, and top control
- Common mistakes and how to fix them fast
- Drills and insights used by hundreds of academies worldwide
- A focus on understanding, not memorization
Clear. Systematic. Mat-tested.
This is the manual that cuts through the chaos and puts you firmly on the path from confused to confident.
Length: 196 pages
Publication date: 2025
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