Beyond the blue belt… The Gracie Master Cycle® is our structured, position-based curriculum for dedicated students who are ready to continue their path toward black belt—safely, progressively, and with purpose.
Designed by Gracie University for students ranked blue belt and above, the Master Cycle organizes advanced jiu-jitsu into seven chapters based on the most common positional scenarios. For students looking to sharpen reflexes, deepen technical knowledge, explore both gi and no-gi jiu-jitsu, and master advanced self-defense techniques, the Master Cycle delivers a clear, structured path for long-term progression and personal growth.
In every class, students connect advanced techniques to core principles, explore deeper philosophies, and challenge themselves through rolling, sparring, reflex development drills, and fight simulation training—all within a supportive, respectful community of like-minded practitioners.
Master Cycle®
Beyond Gracie Combatives®, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu® consists of hundreds of advanced techniques organized into a clearly defined, systematic curriculum called the Master Cycle®. The Master Cycle’s unique structure simplifies the journey to black belt by organizing all of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu into seven positional chapters (Mount, Side Mount, Guard, Half Guard, Back Mount, Leg Locks, Standing), each of which is studied for several months before moving on to the next chapter.
If you’ve achieved the rank of blue belt or higher, and you would like to continue on the path to black belt in a safe, structured, and friendly learning environment, the Master Cycle is for you! Scroll down to learn more about this groundbreaking advanced Gracie Jiu-Jitsu program.
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Learn On The Go With Gracie University Mobile Access
There is a remarkable difference in the rate of progress between students who study in their off time and those who don’t. As an active member of the Master Cycle program at any Certified Training Center, you qualify for a free subscription to GracieUniversity.com, which gives you unlimited online access to the Master Cycle video-based curriculum. Use this resource to review past lessons, learn new techniques, and prepare for future belt tests 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, from any computer or mobile device! Take advantage of this powerful tool and take your technique to the next level!
Train Anywhere In The World
As an active student in the Master Cycle you qualify to train at any Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Training Center around the world. If you travel to a city with a Certified Training Center, simply let them know that you’re a family member, and you can participate in any class for free!
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If you’re a blue belt or higher, we invite you to join us for 10 consecutive days of training in both our Master Cycle® and Gracie Combatives® programs—absolutely free.
Gracie Combatives® is our self-defense program that teaches defensive and offensive techniques specifically curated for situations where the rules of sport grappling do not apply. The principles and philosophies behind the program are designed to prepare students to defend themselves against larger, stronger, and more aggressive opponents—especially in real-world scenarios where strikes and uncontrolled aggression are likely.
Whether you’re continuing your journey as an advanced practitioner or looking for a new dimension of training, we look forward to welcoming you to our academies. Simply contact us to schedule your first class—we’ll take care of the rest.
