Stand-Up for Jiu-Jitsu: Small Group Intensive
A focused weekend workshop with Kodi designed to give grapplers a practical, structured framework for stand-up exchanges — built for immediate application.
“Leave with a plan, not just moves.”
This intensive is designed for grapplers who want to feel more confident and intentional when training and competing from the feet.
Whether you're someone who immediately pulls guard, avoids stand-up exchanges, or simply wants a clearer understanding of how wrestling fits into jiu-jitsu, this workshop is designed to provide a practical and structured framework that can be applied immediately.
Learn to create intentional opportunities before pulling rather than reacting.
Build a reliable stand-up game plan you can execute under pressure.
Understand how wrestling integrates into your existing jiu-jitsu game.
No-Gi Specialist · BJJ Instructor
Kodi hit the mats in 2005 — first thought: “This is a superpower.” He wasn't wrong. His one word for BJJ? Puzzles. A strategist always thinking three moves ahead, his favorite thing to teach is guard passing — he sees it as the purest expression of Jiu-Jitsu: dismantling your opponent's defense to claim dominant positions.
Kodi's program follows a structured monthly curriculum built around positional themes, blending technical instruction, situational sparring, and live grappling. Students of all levels are welcome, and camps or intensives are available based on the athlete's needs.
Over two days, we'll focus on a specific grappling system and decision-making processes that allow athletes to engage confidently in stand-up exchanges.
Hand fighting fundamentals and grip engagement
Creating angles and offensive opportunities
Common mistakes grapplers make during stand-up exchanges
How to recover and solve problems when an attack doesn't go as planned
Wrestling concepts specifically adapted for jiu-jitsu
We'll also cover one of the most effective takedown options Kodi has personally used in competition and taught to athletes of varying skill levels, along with practical methods for integrating it into your existing game.
Weekend Closer
For an added bonus, we'll finish with wrestling up and creating offensive opportunities from the bottom position — a skill that bridges both worlds.
A clear framework for approaching stand-up exchanges
A simple game plan for engaging from the feet
Greater confidence in hand fighting and clinch situations
Practical troubleshooting strategies when things don't go according to plan
A better understanding of how wrestling and jiu-jitsu complement one another
Two days of focused, individualized coaching — intentionally capped to keep it small.
Members
$150
Active Open Guard members
Non-Members
$195
Open to all experience levels
This workshop is intentionally kept small to allow for individualized coaching, feedback, and live application throughout the weekend.
“Leave with a plan, not just moves.”
Reserve Your SpotOpen to all experience levels. Clean No-Gi gear required.
