White Belt Curriculum Professor Franjinha Miller
16 Seasons
Obtaining a Black Belt from Franjinha Miller is one of the most respected achievements in the sport of Jiu-Jitsu worldwide. This curriculum is designed by Franjihna utilizing the diverse skill sets of Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belts designated by Franjihna. Following the White Belt Curriculum designed by Franjinha is a sure pathway to your success in the sport of jiu-jitsu.
About Franjinha:
Ricardo “Franjinha” Miller is a renowned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) black belt, world champion, and the founder of the acclaimed Paragon Jiu-Jitsu Academy. Originally from Brazil, Franjinha began training in BJJ at a young age under the legendary Master Carlos Machado, a member of the iconic Machado and Gracie family lineage. He earned his black belt in 1996, becoming one of the earliest wave of Brazilians to bring BJJ to the United States.
Franjinha moved to California in the late 1990s and established Paragon Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Santa Barbara, California. Under his leadership, Paragon quickly gained a reputation for producing elite-level competitors and providing high-level instruction rooted in traditional values and modern application. The academy became a hub for both world-class athletes and everyday practitioners.
As a competitor, Franjinha is a CBJJ World Champion, Pan-American medalist, and a regular on the international competition scene during the 1990s and early 2000s. His technical mastery and calm, methodical style earned him respect both on and off the mat.
In addition to his athletic and coaching success, Franjinha has contributed to the growth of BJJ worldwide, offering seminars across the globe and maintaining an influential presence in the jiu-jitsu community for over two decades.
Franjinha continues to be a pioneer in the sport, dedicated to spreading jiu-jitsu as a lifestyle, martial art, and competitive sport.
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02:13Episode 1
Loop choke from the closed guard
Episode 1
Sean Flanery shows a classic loop choke attack from the closed guard. The loop choke is an excellent combination with the traditional cross collar choke and can also be used as a reversal if your opponent rolls out of the submission.
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02:45Episode 2
Ezekiel choke from the back
Episode 2
A super sneaky and highly effective submission from the back in sport jiu jitsu. Spend some time learning the proper hand position and grip required to hit this technique, or you may be dealing with a finger injury. ***Remember its the arm under your opponents arm which is the primary choking a...
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03:38Episode 3
Armbar variations
Episode 3
An advanced way to sit back up to the S mount and re-establish pressure to better break your opponents defensive grip. The pressure that can be applied from the mount using the legs is considerable stronger than staying on your low back.
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04:36Episode 4
American lock armbar combo
Episode 4
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02:14Episode 5
Shoulder lock from the closed guard
Episode 5
SPF hits a clever shoulder lock off a popular arm bar defense. Typically in the closed guard your opponent will lock an RNC (rear naked choke) defense on their own arm to avoid the straight armlock. This technique is very effective when your opponent defends your primary lock, and his defense t...
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02:39Episode 6
Kimura from the half guard
Episode 6
SPF has a unique way to lock his quarter guard which adds a lot of power to his lower body. Pay attention to the way he hooks his feet not his ankles, which is the key to how he creates the space needed for this awesome kimura attack.
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02:03Episode 7
Kimura from the half guard top
Episode 7
Meregali shows an outstanding option to deal with the lapel pass half guard sweep position. ***Pay attention to Nicholas's weight distribution once he steps over the head.
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01:58Episode 8
Kimura attack drill
Episode 8
Adam Benshea demonstrating a great kimura sit up drill designed to improve speed and effectiveness.
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02:24Episode 9
Triangle choke closed guard
Episode 9
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02:16Episode 10
Triangle from the back in Jiu Jitsu
Episode 10
Triangle from the back is also a great option when hand fighting. The challenge to this move and why we rate it level 5 difficulty is due to the movement required to tighten the choke. We recommend drilling the hip movement aspect of this technique over and over to become proficient.
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RNC (rear naked choke) from the back position in BJJ
Episode 11
The classic RNC choke broken down and demonstrated by Ricardo Franjinha Miller.
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01:45Episode 12
Self defense (RNC)
Episode 12
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04:06Episode 13
Arm trap triangle and RNC series
Episode 13
The RNC is the most powerful choke from the back position and we focus 80% of our attack on locking it in. Trapping the arms is a great distraction and if accomplished greatly reduces your opponents ability to defend.
