A clean, kid-safe roadmap for no-gi skills that stick.
The Bottom Line
You get short, structured lessons on takedowns, passing, control, and basic finishes with youth safety in mind. The curriculum suits rooms that skew no-gi or mixed. You will not learn gi grip fighting or belt-knot rituals here; it stays no-gi.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: No-gi focused gyms
Skip if: You want gi grips
Tech focus: No-Gi Basics, Wrestling Entries, Guard Passing, Mount, Turtle, Escapes, Submissions
Biggest takeaway: Keep it short and safe.
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What You'll Learn
Many academies do mostly no-gi and want a safe, simple path for kids without the gi grips. This 4-part series builds takedown basics, top control, submissions, and escapes for youth.
It balances skill games and concise instruction with clear do-not-do guidance.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- No-Gi Basics
- Wrestling Entries
- Guard Passing
- Mount
- Turtle
- Escapes
- Submissions
- Back Control
- Defense
- Standups
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Drill Heavy
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 2 hours and 34 minutes
- Volumes: 4
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I have seen no-gi rooms thrive when kids master standing entries and top control early.
Why Nicolas Renier?
Nicolas Renier is a Luta Livre black belt and multiple-time ADCC veteran who runs NRFight in Paris. He has extensive experience teaching kids no-gi safely. His instructionals focus on efficient movement, simple frames, and practical submissions. This course condenses those lessons for youth.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Coaches appreciate concise no-gi fundamentals for kids classes.
- Games that build movement are favored over long lectures.
- Parents like clear safety guidelines for youth submissions.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Some argue kids should start in the gi first.
- A few find ecological or game-first methods tricky to manage.
- No-gi grip learning can feel limited for absolute beginners.
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Smart Alternatives
- Luta Livre Concepts: Basic Submissions – Pairs well to expand no-gi submission options. (Price: $79.00)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View No Gi For Kids on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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