October 8, 2026
BJJ: how to organize Gi, No-Gi, kids and adult classes in one academy
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is practiced in several formats: with a gi, without, by level, for kids and adults. A good academy offers all of them - but only if the schedule is clearly thought out, so every student knows where they belong.
How do you split the schedule between Gi, No-Gi and levels?
Most academies separate Gi classes from No-Gi ones, then divide them by level (beginner, general, advanced) and age. Each combination becomes a group with its own schedule, coach and roster.
That way, a beginner knows they can come to their class, and an advanced student doesn't waste time in a session at the basic level.
What role does progress tracking play in a sport with slow ranks?
In BJJ, progress through ranks takes years, and consistency is what counts in between. Regular attendance and a record of who is at what level motivate students to stay, especially during stretches when advancement feels slow.
A clear record also helps coaches decide when a student is ready for the next step, without relying on memory alone.
How do you handle open mat, tournaments and seminars?
Open sessions, tournaments and guest seminars complete the regular schedule. Each has sign-ups, fees and sometimes limited places. A clear participant list and automatically generated fees avoid confusion.
Results from tournaments, kept in a history, show the academy in its best light to new families.
Dojo Master helps you keep separate groups by format and level, quick attendance, events with sign-up and fees and a public page where you choose BJJ as your discipline along with your academy's Gi / No-Gi styles.
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