A practical template to link techniques into reliable purple-belt chains.
The Bottom Line
This course emphasizes combinations and transitions over static checklists. You refine offense from major positions and learn to connect sequences under pressure. If you want a positional flow map, this fits.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Blue to purple chasers
Skip if: You want pure sparring
Tech focus: Guard Attacks, Mount Attacks, Back Attacks, Guard Passing, Lower Body Submissions
Biggest takeaway: Build reliable attack chains
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What You'll Learn
Dean’s purple-belt template pushes you to connect techniques into combinations and refine timing. It is less about checklists and more about linking offense and defense as you transition.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Mount Attacks
- Sidemount Attacks
- Guard Attacks
- Back Attacks
- Lower Body Submissions
- Guard Passing
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: Both
- Runtime: 2 hours and 5 minutes
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I see purple belts improve fastest when they rehearse two to three connected options per position and expect the counters.
Why Roy Dean?
Roy Dean is a 4th degree BJJ black belt under Roy Harris. He is known for curricula that define belt-level competencies and for polished production. His teaching pairs principle-based guidance with clear technique breakdowns. He runs events, affiliates, and a streaming platform.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Helped some early students build a functional game at white and blue.
- Combination focus resonates with practitioners exploring flow.
- Community respects Dean’s clear, structured approach for advancement.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Kata-style demonstrations divide opinion versus live, resistance-based drills.
- General courses can feel less efficient than targeted deep dives.
- A few users felt some older material had lower-percentage options.
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Smart Alternatives
- Purple Belt Requirements (classic) – Original edition with similar core ideas. (Price: $99.00)
- Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt Requirements – Next-step refinement focused on precision. (Price: $99.00)
- Pass Any Guard: The Principles of Passing – Conceptual passing that pairs with purple belt goals. (Price: $99.00, 2 vols)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Requirements: Purple Belt 2.0 on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.