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New white belts through two stripes
Designed for students with little or no Jiu-Jitsu experience. Learn the essential positions, movements, safety habits, and core principles needed to build a strong foundation.
18 structured classes
Online Video Library
Build a complete
Jiu-Jitsu game.
Go beyond collecting random techniques. Learn the Caique Jiu Jitsu system as taught by third-degree black belt Thomaz Elias—simple, effective, well-rounded Jiu-Jitsu organized into structured curricula and a searchable technique library.
18 Beginner classes •25 Intermediate classes• Hundreds of techniques
A clear path for every stage
New to Jiu-Jitsu?
Start with a step-by-step Beginner curriculum designed to teach essential movements and principles from the ground up.
Ready to begin sparring?
Continue into the Intermediate curriculum and learn to apply your techniques against resistance.
Looking for something specific?
Search the complete library and quickly find the position, movement, or situation your game needs.
Thomaz Elias
Third-Degree Black Belt
A Proven Lineage
A lifetime of Jiu-Jitsu, organized for you.
Hélio Gracie & Rickson Gracie
Carlos “Caique” Elias
Thomaz Elias
Thomaz Elias is a third-degree black belt under his father, Carlos “Caique” Elias. His lineage traces directly through Hélio Gracie and Rickson Gracie, preserving an approach to Jiu-Jitsu built on precision, efficiency, control, and a deep understanding of fundamentals.
Thomaz has trained in Jiu-Jitsu his entire life. This library organizes that lifetime of learning and teaching into a clear system you can follow—whether you are stepping onto the mat for the first time or looking for details that will make your existing game more effective.
The Teaching Philosophy
Effective, simple, basic Jiu-Jitsu done well.
I believe one of the foundations of Jiu-Jitsu is assuming that the person you need to control or defend against may be bigger, faster, stronger, and more athletic than you. Because of that, we should always look for better leverage, better positioning, and greater efficiency instead of depending on physical ability.
Simple does not mean easy. Simple generally means that a technique has fewer steps and avoids unnecessary movement. Some of the simplest movements in Jiu-Jitsu can also be the hardest to master. The goal is to make each technique as direct and efficient as possible, then put in the practice required to perform it well.
Gi, No-Gi, and Self-Defense
Jiu-Jitsu is a great form of self-defense and an amazing sport. This library covers Gi, No-Gi, and self-defense, but I do not treat them as three completely separate systems.
I try to keep my game as similar as possible across all three. The grips and circumstances may change, but the core movements, positions, and principles should remain familiar. This allows you to focus on fewer movements, spend more time refining them, and develop techniques you can rely on in different situations.
This is not an MMA program. The instruction remains focused on Jiu-Jitsu for sport and self-defense against an untrained attacker.
A Clear Path for New Students
From your first class through blue belt—and beyond.
The Beginner and Intermediate curricula guide new students from their first lesson through the foundation needed to enter the Advanced Library.
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Two-stripe white belts working toward blue belt
Build on the foundation by connecting techniques, understanding reactions, and learning to apply your Jiu-Jitsu against resistance during sparring.
25 structured classes
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Blue belts and higher
A broad collection for dealing with many different situations. Some movements are very simple, while others are much more complex. Advanced describes the foundation expected of the student—not the difficulty of every technique.
A Library Built for Study
Spend less time searching and more time working on your Jiu-Jitsu.
Find the technique you need
Search by position, orientation, Gi or No-Gi, sport or self-defense, technique type, and other details. Search broadly or combine several terms to narrow the results.
Half guard sweepBottom half guard No-Gi sweepTop open guard No-Gi guard passTop side mount Gi controlStanding self-defense rear bear hug defenseBottom closed guard Gi armbar attack
Keep Your Place
Return to recently watched videos, mark lessons complete, and follow your progress through both curricula.
Save Techniques
Build a personal collection of important details, favorite movements, and areas you are currently studying.
Request a Technique
If you cannot find the subject you need, submit a technique request. When a video is added to answer it, you will receive a notification.
Watch Free
See the teaching before you join.
Watch a selection of complete techniques with no membership required.
One Simple Membership
Full access for $8.99 per month.
Your membership renews monthly with no long-term commitment. Cancel anytime.
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Your membership includes:
- ✓The complete searchable technique library
- ✓The 18-class Beginner curriculum
- ✓The 25-class Intermediate curriculum
- ✓The full Advanced Library
- ✓Gi, No-Gi, sport, and self-defense instruction
- ✓Saved videos and progress tracking
- ✓Technique requests and notifications
Frequently Asked Questions
Before you begin.
Do I need Jiu-Jitsu experience?+
No. The Beginner curriculum is designed for someone with no previous Jiu-Jitsu experience and guides new white belts through the foundational movements, positions, and principles.
Do I have to follow the curriculum in order?+
No. New students will benefit from following the Beginner and Intermediate classes in order, but every member can also search the complete library and study any individual technique.
What does Advanced mean?+
The Advanced Library is intended for blue belts and higher. It includes a wide variety of situations and techniques, ranging from very simple movements to much more complex ones. Advanced does not mean that every technique is difficult.
Does the library include Gi, No-Gi, and self-defense?+
Yes. The library covers Gi, No-Gi, sport Jiu-Jitsu, and self-defense against an untrained attacker. It does not include an MMA program.
Can I use the library if I train at another school?+
Yes. The library can be used by anyone who wants to study Caique Jiu Jitsu as taught by Thomaz Elias.
What if I cannot find a technique?+
Members can submit a technique request. If a video is added to answer your request, you will receive a notification.
Can I watch on my phone?+
Yes. The library works on phones, tablets, and computers.
Can I cancel at any time?+
Yes. Membership is $8.99 per month and can be canceled at any time.