Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
Is class structure helping your martial arts progress — or holding it back?
After 35+ years in arts like BJJ, HEMA, Catch Wrestling, and Karate, I’ve realised that the way I teach might not be how I’d want to learn. This video explores the tension between structured martial arts classes and more open, sparring-heavy training — and why that difference matters more than we think.
Whether you’re just starting out or have years on the mats, this one’s for anyone who’s ever questioned how martial arts should be taught.
👊 What’s your approach? Structured classes, open mats, or somewhere in between?
Let me know in the comments — I’d love to hear your perspective.
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#BJJ #MartialArts #Grappling #BrazilianJiuJitsu #HEMA #CatchWrestling #BJJBeginner #MartialArtsTraining #ClassStructure #BJJTips #MartialArtsCoach #OpenMat #WhiteBeltJourney
Is class structure helping your martial arts progress — or holding it back?
After 35+ years in arts like BJJ, HEMA, Catch Wrestling, and Karate, I’ve realised that the way I teach might not be how I’d want to learn. This video explores the tension between structured martial arts classes and more open, sparring-heavy training — and why that difference matters more than we think.
Whether you’re just starting out or have years on the mats, this one’s for anyone who’s ever questioned how martial arts should be taught.
👊 What’s your approach? Structured classes, open mats, or somewhere in between?
Let me know in the comments — I’d love to hear your perspective.
Patreon link is here: patreon.com/englishmartialarts
Sign up to my new newsletter! tinyurl.com/englishmartialarts
#BJJ #MartialArts #Grappling #BrazilianJiuJitsu #HEMA #CatchWrestling #BJJBeginner #MartialArtsTraining #ClassStructure #BJJTips #MartialArtsCoach #OpenMat #WhiteBeltJourney
