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Mind Body Connection Alignment & Posture Core Training

Just as we recently updated the Blue-to-Purple section of the archive, we have now completed a major update to the Purple-to-Brown curriculum. This section introduces a number of unique throwing and takedown options, many of which are drawn from the art of Judo. While Living Mechanics is heavily influenced by Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, it has never been limited by any single system. The goal is always to identify the most effective tools available and integrate them into a functional, adaptable framework. For those who may not know, Sifu Alan Baker is a second-degree black belt in Judo and has spent decades studying and applying throwing mechanics alongside his work in Jiu-Jitsu, striking arts, and self-protection systems. As a result, you’ll often see Judo concepts blended throughout the Living Mechanics curriculum when they provide a more efficient solution to the problem at hand. If you’re a member of the online archive, log in and explore the new material. These additions provide a powerful set of options for taking an opponent to the ground while expanding your understanding of body mechanics, timing, and control.

We’ve been working on this section of the Living Mechanics Archive for quite some time, and we’re excited to finally release it. Many of the takedown and ground engagement methods featured in this update come from disciplines outside of traditional Jiu-Jitsu. While Jiu-Jitsu offers tremendous value once the fight reaches the ground, some highly effective methods of putting an opponent there are often overlooked. We felt these tools were simply too valuable to ignore. One of the defining characteristics of the Living Mechanics curriculum is that it is not limited by style, system, or tradition. Instead, we pull proven concepts from multiple sources and organize them into a practical framework focused on efficiency, functionality, and real-world application. If you’re a member of the Living Mechanics Online Archive, log in and check out the latest update. We think you’ll find some valuable additions to your training toolbox.

This latest update expands the curriculum with several additional takedown and off-balancing methods designed to improve control, timing, and positional dominance. The material now includes instruction on the Low Line Foot Sweep, Single Leg Pick, Putar Kepala, Head & Knee Tap, Minor Outer Hook, Major Outer Reap, Valley Drop, Bump & Snap, Major Inner Reap, and Forward Foot Sweep, providing students with a broader set of entries and finishes for destabilizing the opponent and bringing the fight to the ground.

Bob added a HUGE amount of new videos on this update, click here for the full list. If you are not in the Living Mechanics Archive you are missing out!

New Lessons now available! Enjoy!

New Lessons now available! Chest Core Enjoy!

Greetings Living Mechanics Members! Curriculum Update: Back Submissions Cycle Flow Drills – Back Back Attacks – White To Blue Back Attacks – Blue To Purple Back Attacks – Purple To Brown Enjoy!

Four New Sections Added: Flow Drills – 2025 – Introduction Flow Drills – 2025 – Side Control Flow Drills – 2025 – Mount Flow Drills – 2025 – Guard

Course Update: Living Mechanics Curriculum | Purple To Brown Module 3 Mount From Side Cycle Unit 1 Mount From Side – Fetal Position ControlsUnit 2 Mount From Side – Controls From Behind FetalUnit 3 Mount From Side – Controls From In Front Of FetalUnit 4 Mount From Side – Countering The Guard Pull – Step …

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Greetings Living Mechanics Members! Course Update: Living Mechanics Curriculum Blue To Purple | Mount From Side Cycle | Mounts From Side Enjoy!

Greetings Living Mechanics Members! New curriculum videos now available! White To Blue Module 4: Escape From Side Cycle Module 6: Mount From Side Cycle Module 7: Mount Escapes Cycle

Two New Philosophy Units Four New Positional Drills From The Guard Sweeps Cycle

Greetings Living Mechanics Affiliates & Members! 10 new lessons are now available! Module 10 – Guard Sweeps

Warriors Breath Lesson: Unit 2 Applying The Full Cycle Breath To Physical Activity Enjoy!

Two new Living Mechanics lessons. Unit 5 The Mindset of The Living Mechanics Phases 1 – 4Unit 6 Living Mechanics Program Structure Enjoy!