The Capable Academy online learning classroom
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The Academy Classroom

Learn Online With Alan Baker

Structured learning environments for students walking the path of capability.

Choose from structured online learning paths shaped by Alan Baker’s decades of study, practice, and teaching. Each Academy combines video lessons, progressive curriculum, seminar footage, technical instruction, and guided review to help you train with purpose and continue developing over time.

Choose Your Learning Path
Individual Access$29.95 per monthLiving Mechanics or Warrior’s Path
Combined Access$49.95 per monthBoth academies in one membership
Separate EnrollmentC Tac and Legacy AcademyChoose the specialized academy that matches your path
PATHS
COMPARE

Compare the Academies

Find the Path That Fits Your Goal

See the focus, subjects, and access option for each academy before choosing where to begin.

Academy 01

C Tac Academy

Best suited for

Everyday self protection, personal security, and civilian tactical problem solving.

Primary subjects

Awareness, prevention, defensive decision making, and practical physical capability.

Access
Separate enrollment
Explore C Tac
Academy 02

Living Mechanics

Best suited for

Students who want structured Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with a self defense focused approach.

Primary subjects

Mechanics, position, movement, submissions, drilling, and long term development.

Access
$29.95 per month
Explore Living Mechanics
Academy 03

Warrior’s Path

Best suited for

Students developing mindset, self leadership, physical culture, and lifelong practice.

Primary subjects

Breathing, movement, internal strength, training philosophy, and personal development.

Access
$29.95 per month
Explore Warrior’s Path
Academy 04

Legacy Academy

Best suited for

Students studying the functional martial arts systems that shaped Alan Baker’s approach.

Primary subjects

Kali, Thai Boxing, Jeet Kune Do, Wing Chun, and integrated martial arts training.

Access
Separate enrollment
Explore Legacy Academy

Living Mechanics and Warrior’s Path are also available together for $49.95 per month.

INSIDE

What You’ll Find Inside

Structured Learning. Not Random Videos.

Every academy is built to help you study with direction, review with purpose, and continue developing capability over time.

Curriculum

Structured Curriculum

Know what to study next and follow a clear path forward.

Instruction

Video Lessons

Step-by-step instruction drawn from decades of teaching and training.

Experience

Seminar Library

Continue learning from live events, camps, and special training sessions.

Resources

Training Resources

Use curriculum guides, drills, and supporting material to sharpen your study.

Growth

New Lessons

The academies continue to grow with new material added over time.

Practice

Lifelong Growth

Train at your pace, revisit lessons, and keep moving forward.

Alan Baker, founder and director of The Capable Academy

Alan Baker, Founder and Director

Curriculum Built Through Teaching

More than four decades of teaching, curriculum development, instructor training, and continued study inform the Academy’s learning paths. Alan Baker organizes technical knowledge around principles, progression, practice, and application so students understand what to study, why it matters, and how to continue developing.

Principles Progression Practice Application

The Capable Academy

Student Experiences

Training That Students Can Feel

Students describe clear instruction, deeper understanding, and a structured way to continue developing across the Academy.

Lance Mosley

The Capable Video Academies

Whether you train with Sifu Baker in person or as part of the online academies, you receive a wealth of experience. The explanations and demonstrations make the material simple to understand.
Lance Mosley Online academy student
Randy McElwee

Living Mechanics

The methods taught by Alan Baker have taken our Jiu Jitsu to a new level. Our instructors and students have experienced growth and clear skill progression.
Randy McElwee Owner and Director, Gracie Jiu Jitsu Athens
Clay Folkner

C Tac and Keysi

Alan is a wealth of knowledge. He is always helpful and available, and he genuinely wants to help others improve.
Clay Folkner Instructor camp participant
Josh Murphy training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

His technical knowledge is top notch. He breaks down complex techniques in a way that makes learning effective and enjoyable.
Josh Murphy Student and practitioner

Real students. Real training experience. Clear instruction that supports continued practice.

Ready to choose the academy that fits your goals?

Choose Your Academy
QUESTIONS

Before You Begin

Frequently Asked Questions

A few simple answers to help you choose the right academy and begin with confidence.

Yes. Each academy gives you a clear place to begin. Beginners can build a strong foundation, while experienced students can go deeper into mechanics, structure, timing, and higher level training concepts.

Start with your main goal. Choose C Tac for real world self protection, Living Mechanics for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Legacy Academy for functional martial arts, and Warrior’s Path for physical culture and internal development.

Some material can be studied and practiced solo. Other material, especially Jiu Jitsu and partner based training, will eventually require a training partner if you want timing, resistance, pressure, and live application.

Yes. Online training and live training support each other. Many students use the academies to prepare for seminars, review material after events, and stay connected to the curriculum between live training opportunities.

Yes. Membership is monthly and can be canceled anytime. Stay enrolled as long as the training is serving your goals and supporting your continued growth.

CAPABILITY

Your Path Starts Here

Every Academy Exists For One Reason.

To Help You Become More Capable.

Whether your path leads through self-protection, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, functional martial arts, or physical culture, the destination remains the same.

Build greater capability. Continue the journey.

Choose Your Academy