How to use the curriculum
How to use the Prodigy MMA curriculum
A clear guide for new and returning students — how to use the online curriculum and your in-class training together.
The Prodigy MMA curriculum is designed to make your training clear, structured, and enjoyable. Whether you're new to martial arts or returning after time away, this guide shows you how to get the most from it.
The goal is simple:
Start with your primary pathway
Choose the pathway that best fits your goals:
Striking Pathway
For Muay Thai and MMA striking development.
Grappling Pathway
Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu plus Wrestling foundations.
MMA Pathway
Connecting striking, wrestling, and grappling into one system.
If you are unsure, ask a coach or start with the discipline you enjoy most.
Begin at foundation level
Every pathway begins with a foundation page:
- Striking for MMA Foundations
- Muay Thai Level 1
- Gi White Belt
- No-Gi White Belt
- Wrestling for MMA Foundations
- MMA Integration Tier 1
These pages introduce core concepts, basic movement, positional awareness, safety principles, and what to focus on early.
Follow the progressions
Each discipline follows a clear progression:
Striking
Levels 1 → 2 → 3 → 4
Grappling
White → Blue → Purple → Brown → Black (Gi & No-Gi)
MMA Integration
Tier 1 → Tier 2 → Tier 3 → Tier 4
You move through each stage when you are ready, not on a fixed timeline. Your coach will guide the timing.
Use the online curriculum between classes
The online curriculum is not a replacement for training — it's a support tool. Use it to:
- Understand the purpose of the module
- Reinforce key concepts from class
- Watch the curated YouTube playlists
- Review positional awareness
- Stay familiar with terminology
- Track your progress across disciplines
Check the playlists
Each level or belt comes with a curated playlist chosen for:
- Accuracy
- Clarity
- Relevance to your level
- Reinforcement of concepts
- Safety
You don't need to memorise videos — just use them to deepen understanding.
Train consistently
The most important part of progression:
Skill develops through:
- Repetition
- Live training
- Coaching feedback
- Time spent in the environment
Use the curriculum to stay focused — but let the mats do the work.
Ask coaches for guidance
Your coaches are here to help you:
- Navigate the curriculum
- Identify your strengths and weaknesses
- Understand when you're ready to progress
- Stay safe and train smart
- Tailor training to your goals (fitness, skill, MMA, competition)
There are no shortcuts — but there is clear direction.
How testing works
When you are ready:
- Speak to your coach
- Review the test sheet
- Use the online curriculum to revise concepts
- Attend the test session
- Celebrate your progress
How to use multiple pathways
Some students follow more than one pathway:
If you're a pure Jiu-Jitsu student
Follow the Gi or No-Gi path.
If you're a grappling-focused MMA student
Combine No-Gi, Wrestling, and MMA Integration Tier 1.
If you're a striking-focused MMA student
Combine Muay Thai with Striking for MMA Foundations.
If you want to be a complete MMA athlete
Do all three pathways in parallel, starting with:
- Muay Thai Level 1
- Striking for MMA Foundations
- Wrestling for MMA Foundations
- Gi or No-Gi White Belt
- MMA Integration Tier 1
Use the member dashboard
Members get access to:
- Full curriculum pages
- All syllabi
- Playlists
- Testing sheets
- Positional training templates
- MMA integration sequences
Use the Member Dashboard to keep track of what you've done and what's next.
Train safely & enjoy the journey
The curriculum is designed to challenge you — not overwhelm you. Keep these principles in mind:
- Protect your training partners
- Ask questions
- Take notes if helpful
- Review concepts between classes
- Celebrate progress
- Enjoy the process
Ready to start training?
Pick your pathway, hit the mats, and let the curriculum guide you between sessions.