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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01:09Episode 1
Passing knee shield using hip control
Episode 1
Milton explains the sequence of passing the quarter guard by breaking his hips and controlling the bottom man with a cross face position.
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02:04Episode 2
Standing guard pass
Episode 2
Jamelao uses a classic powerful pass from the standing position.
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Double underhook pass counter the leg hook defense
Episode 3
Magid explains how to counter the common leg hook defense to the double under guard pass. Make sure your hips are fully sprawled out prior to the pass to clear the hooks
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03:54Episode 4
Double under guard pass
Episode 4
An excellent breakdown of this classic jiu jitsu guard pass by Woolf.
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01:08Episode 5
J glover hip switch guard pass
Episode 5
Jeff Glover shows an advanced hip switch guard pass in this passing video. This pass is fluid and requires proper weight shifting into the upper body allowing the legs freedom of movement.
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Standing Guard Break to Double Under Pass
Episode 6
The standing guard break is the most powerful way to open the closed guard and needed in many situations when breaking from the knees is challenging. The double under pass is one of the all time most successful passes in sport jiu jitsu.
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02:06Episode 7
Hip heavy guard pass
Episode 7
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02:41Episode 8
Standard half guard pass to mount
Episode 8
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Double under pass counter using the pad lock
Episode 9
Sean Apperson explains the use of the padlock to stifle the double under guard pass in jiu jitsu. This is an awesome counter to a very popular guard pass that can quickly put your opponent in submission danger. The key to the padlock is creating just enough space to slip it on while using your ...
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03:52Episode 10
DLR pass using knee slice to same side
Episode 10
Aureleo uses a knee slice option to deal with the dangerous de la riva guard in this video. Notice the grip break and leg position as he cuts the knee to the same side. Many BJJ players make the mistake of not fully driving the leading knee to the mat which leaves them vulnerable to scissor swe...
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Passing the 50/50 from the standing position
Episode 11
Meregali shows a great standing option to deal with the 50/50 position in Jiu Jitsu. Balance and posture are everything in this great pass, note all the details about where your feet should be during this pass.
