Props to BUDO Jake for doing this. A huge part of martial arts is humility. TO post this he is obviously putting himself out there to be criticized by haters on the internet. However, he is doing an invaluable service to the BJJ community showing this video. Awesome Jake, I've always liked your videos and respected your open mindedness in martial arts, but now you have 110% of my respect! oss!!!

I am a black belt under 2 Rickson Gracie black belts, Luiz Calaudio and Thiago Veiga. I went to a 2 day long Rickson seminar in Shaumber, IL in 2013. And let me just say that Rickson makes everyone feel like they don't know much. He is famous for details and modifications of techniques. He taught this exact same technique to a room of 200 people, many of them HIS OWN BLACK BELTS. I didn't roll him, but I guess you feel even dumber when you do, from all accounts. I don't see why everyone is picking on Jake. He is open to the smallest details on the most basic of movements. That is what a martial artist should be like. He is a black belt. His black belt has nothing to do with your belt. Just as his understanding of technique has nothing to do with yours. Just like Rickson's understanding of technique has nothing to do with yours. Be a martial artist and have some humility. Nobody knows everything. Zip it and go train jiu-jitsu.

I've been in BJJ for almost 3 years now. I never saw someone paint such a complete picture of what jiu-jitsu actually is. He's clearly a fantastic instructor with immense clarity and vision. At first it's invisible, but then you really see what's really going on in the movement, the pressure, the positioning. I'm really looking forward to the future for BJJ with Rickson Gracie taking charge.

I recently purchased his new Self-Defense Unit series. I've been training under a Rickson Gracie blackbelt for over a decade now and still find it valuable. The biggest advantage I feel is how Rickson tells you where your weight should be and that can make all the difference in making things click.

Respect to Jake for putting his ego aside for this. No shame in being corrected by Rickson Gracie, no matter what your rank.

Good googely moogely. I have a feeling this isn't the first time Rickson has made a black belt into a blue belt.

Rickson please release a multi-hour instructional! That was amazing!

Wow, I'm in awe, what a privilege it must be to have a 1on1 session like this with Rickson.

A real samurai. It's a honor to see Rickson Gracie teaching the real jiu jitsu. How many black belts in the universe felt themselves like a child after this video. Thanks you Master.

I'm sure it isn't easy to humble yourself in front of an audience like youtube but Jake did it. Much respect for Jake. He's the man.

My favorite Rixon story; I was attending a seminar in Miami, I paid $400 for a two day course, and I was having difficulty with an armbar from the Guard. My partner called Rixon and he came over and watched me for a few attempts without success. Then, like an uncle or a brother, he put his hand on my shoulder and said " my brother, you lose 40 pounds and you get that armbar". That was the most expensive lesson I ever got. But I loved it, his honesty and devotion to Jiu Jitsu are hard to find.

I start to training jiu-jitsu in 1988 because of the Rickson Gracie!! He is the man!!

I think this video is a great example of one of the benefits of getting a private (1on1) lesson versus a normal group class. Not saying groups are bad (variety of classmates, etc.) but a private every now-n-then is a good way to sharpen specific skills.

0:20 "I'd like to show you something invisible" That's what she said. Rickson's the best.

keep your feet on th- yeeeeeessssss

Rickson succeeds in being both an exceptional fighter and an exceptional teacher by the quality of his remarks, correcting many important points.

I could see your invisible thoughts. "Holy shit I'm rolling with Rickson!!!"

What a master, I'm blown away.

Thanks to Jake for doing it wrong. I got teary eyed imagining Rickson correcting me. Awesome.

My first bjj teacher Brandon Hetzler is a black belt under Rickson Gracie and this exact technique right here was one of the very first things I learned when joining back in 09'. The "upa straight back and never to the side" along with many other "invisible techniques" that I use to this very day, I find some purple belts at other schools haven't yet learned, essential things the Rickson Gracie style regarded as basics that all white belts should know before earning the first stripe are literally neglected by the large influx of bjj schools and teachers that like to focus on fast pace tournament style teaching.

A true master of his craft.

We had a seminar from a Rickson black belt a few weeks ago (Shane Rice) and he taught us these details on the upa escape....and it literally blew our minds. Can't believe I'm watching this video right now straight from the boss.

I wish the video went on a bit longer. Sounded like they were about to have a great conversation at the very end.

the smallest details with the biggest impact. Thanks to both Budo and Rickson for this video

He is a great master. Extremely technical.

Jake, you did it again, unprecedented! Offering the entire martial arts community such a treat, thank you.

He's like, "have you ever done this before?" LOL poor guy

RIckson is a JEDI.... Kron was his padawan... Did you hear at the end Jake asks a question and Rickson- "Pick any other one" like a bad ass

Man, what an honor. That was invaluable. I need more.

Rickson is light years ahead of everyone in Bjj.

What a privilege! A true Master, a true Samurai: Master Rickson Gracie - the best of all times! Thank you!

It's moments like these I love KZfaq.

This is the best ive seen in Budo videos! Jiu Jitsu without self defense is like an arrow with no bows! Please inform more on jiu jitsu self defense!

absolutely amazing knowledge, thank you master Rickson

Damn. What a perfect breakdown and compliment to a staple technique.

Only the best can explain things in a clear and understandable way for everyone. As a complete beginner, I was so happy to watch this video. Mr. Rickson is a great and humble teacher that makes me love BJJ. Thank you Budo Jake for sharing these beautiful moments with us.

This mans is teh Amabassador of true GJJ!! Genius!!

This is a pure gold tip, nothing short.

I wish this video was longer , Thank you Jake and Budo team for this. Truly amazing.

I tried the technique Rickson showed with the umpa and got it in class today. I was like damn this is crazy.

Thanks for posting this. Invaluable lessons from one of the greatest.

Big thumbs up for that excellent episode. It was all I would expect from GJJ. Thanks a lot Budo Jake, keep the good work!

4:15 made me laugh out loud.

Makes me feel I'm going to the right school! Valente Brothers (Miami). Helio certified instructors. Not too many can tout that!

I love how rickson talks to him like teaching child and makes grunt noises.

Gotta love that moment when he said that was me 5 minutes ago.

This information is GOLD!!! #Hespect #Legend #Rickson

Hats off to Jake for posting this up. You are a true BB for admitting that you also make mistakes.

he's teaching a black belt like if he was a white belt xD awesome

"Yeeeeesssssss" -Rickson Gracie

RIckson is the MAN! A true Legend and Master of the art of BJJ.

4 years late to the party but just wanted to echo what others have said already.... THANK YOU JAKE for doing this. Never mind what the haters say. This had to be an amazing experience for you and we're all privileged to have seen it and followed along.

ok, so I want a 4 dvd instructional with this kind of stuff, pls get on it.

i am overwhelmed... this art is beautiful

weight distribution at its finest.... rickson is a legend

Ricksons u r a master genius! That bridge n roll with ur head move to the side? That little detail helped me immensely.

Rickson is The KING.... Great Teacher ..... Knows how to pass on the information.....

WOW! Rickson is AWSOME!... Thank You Sir for your teaching's! 3:)

WOW just amazing, both the interviewer and interviewed, congrats and lots to meditate on from this.

BudoJake getting schooled on day 1 basics by Rickson...Simply AMAZING!

Thank you for posting

great video, great visualization of the invisible part

Rickson makes it simple. AWESOME teacher!

Rickson is a BJJ powerhouse

I'm a blue belt in Sacramento, and I watched this video before yesterdays class and was able to implement it that day. It was amazing what a difference it made in my rolls.

This is great! Thanks for sharing!

It's so astonishing how very subtle changes have such big effects. It's practically magical. What an honor it must be to get the opportunity to train with a true master.

This blew my mind. Rickson always will be the man!

one word, efficiency

These videos are amazing. Just a minor tweak can make a huge difference. Thank you for these videos Budo. 🤙🏾🙏🏾

Geez Master Rickson is a wizard.

Grandmaster RIckson makes everyone look like a white belt.

Jake, awesome video! Props for being humble; it was really great. Rickson, you're a living legend and I hope the JJ community embraces your principles of making JJ more effective....there is always room for improvement regardless of level. It takes maturity and courage to recognize our weaknesses; your a great Master.

OMG. I just started my GJJ journey about 3.5 months ago under Prof. Leonardo Xavier (a 5th BB under Rickson) and learned this basic mount escape within the 1st month....I am so blessed. 🙏

thanks for the teaching

a great message from a great teacher.

Thank you Budo Jake

Legend Rickson Gracie!! Amazing episode :O)

What amazes me is the ability Rickson has to grasp what the student (not his) knew as he planned his lesson plan and he was dead on as Jake didn't know the basics. That is what the coral belt represents: mileage.

Awesome training videos!

talk about a gracie breakdown or an instructor who speaks similar to bruce lee philosophies... this is the ULTIMATE! A living legend is at hand here..Best BJJ episode and thanks Jake!

Rickson is in a completely separate dimension; and this is why his jiu jitsu is invisible. He has a brilliant mind for details that are unseen. No wonder why he never lost a fight. Like Helio once said, Rickson has no one who comes near to his ability.

He is such a great teacher! He did not just say "put your head on the side" and roll. He explained the whole concept with details.

small secret details makes all the difference in the world!

My professor is a Black belt under Rickson, trained with him for years, used to teach Kron in the kids class back then. He lived with Rickson many years, and its insane how he teaches the same exact way RIckson does. The same way, it makes you feel like you dont know shit alot of times haha but in the best way. I cant begin to express how grateful I am to have a professor like him here

Rickson is Rickson . Grandmaster Rickson Gracie .

Rickson is my fave jiu Jitsu master. Excellent knowledge!

Congratulations Jake, your videos are do amazing, but this one is special, Rickson is different from everything I have saw in Jiu Jitsu, thank you for bringing him

After watching this again and again I can see how Rickson is a rare master. He has respect for his student, and that is rare. And he has an understanding of the tiniest movements that make the biggest differences. I have learned from his two students, Tiago and Luis, and the Rickson method is a whole new experience. They can be successful in slow motion as well as on the fly, which is a test of how effective a technique really is.

As a fresh white belt, already graced with the experience of being profoundly stuck in mount under a much heavier guy, this is pure gold. Looking forward to next practice. Thank you.

Rickson really is Superman.

Good to see Rickson making vids!

This 4 videos are for free an much better than the OnlineInstructional that Rickson brought out, which was cut & made bad. I love Rickson!

He isn't on another level. He is on another planet...

We need more of this !! 😍🤩

Wise words at the end

Wow, awesome video. Thank you

Humbling, wow. The most brilliant mind that ever stepped on to a mat.

Great comments around here. Thanks 4 the video!

we need moreee!! jake!!