# BJJ Purple Belt Requirements — Gateway to the Advanced Game

> Brazilian Jiu Jitsu purple belt skill requirements and conceptual game strategies. (iPhone/iPad app by ROYDEAN TV LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-purple-belt-requirements/id404173270 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ROYDEAN TV LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/379378290)
- Category: Sports, Health & Fitness
- Price: $19.99 with in-app purchases (on sale, was $49.99)
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: +12
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 88 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-11-19
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-purple-belt-requirements/id404173270/reviews.md

## What is BJJ Purple Belt Requirements?

The rank of purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is the gateway to the advanced game. It cannot be defined by a list of techniques, but instead requires a combination of skills. 

In "Purple Belt Requirements," Roy Dean outlines his skill requirements for the rank, and gives viewers a template for the “game” of BJJ, which they can then change and personalize. 

Submissions and strategies from the mount, side mount, guard and back positions are covered, as well as lower body submissions and guard passing. Sparring footage, rank demonstrations, and guidelines for growth on your BJJ journey are also included.

Chapters: 

What Makes A Purple Belt?
Positions of the Game
Passing the Guard
BJJ Guidelines
Rolling Examples
Kuwait Seminar
Competitions
Demonstrations



“Purple Belt Requirements is a new kind of instructional. Almost every other instructional is a long compilation of techniques, sometimes (but not always) arranged in some kind of structure, with the instructor methodically working their way through the details. In his new offering, Roy Dean takes a conceptual approach instead, where the techniques fit into an overall philosophy for purple belt, the most important element of which is the need to learn how to combine techniques into a flowing sequence..”

-Can Sönmez 
Slidey’s Training Log


“In the end, this dvd is about the “next thing”.  Flowing to the next move with misdirection and momentum, being aware of what options present themselves before they appear.  When I started bjj, it was like magic and I wanted to know what was behind the curtain.  This dvd begins to shine a light on the elements that make bjj so special.”

-Paul Pedrazzi
BJJ Norcal
 


Roy Dean holds black belts in several arts, including Judo, Aikido, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.  He is renown for his precise technique and clear instruction.

## Key features

- Conceptual approach to BJJ
- Skill requirements for purple belt
- Strategies from mount, side mount, guard, and back
- Lower body submissions and guard passing
- Sparring footage and rank demonstrations
- Guidelines for BJJ growth

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $19.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Access The Full Version | $19.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-purple-belt-requirements/id404173270/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Purple Belt

*2023-08-05*

BACK section doesn’t play. I have deleted and reloaded the app many times but with no joy. The ‘Contact’ link doesn’t work. The rest of the app is good but a whole section missing.

### 5/5 — Please fix my app!

*2014-12-02*

I love my Roy Dean Apps, but it crashes automatically after the new software update.

**Developer response:** This happens sometimes, my team is working to fix the issues. Hopefully they will be resolved and you will be able to enjoy the Purple Belt Requirements app!

### 5/5 — Awesome! But it doesn't work anymore:(

*2014-11-28*

All Dean's stuff is top quality!
Unfortunately, I just got a new iPhone 6 last weekend & this app just crashes as soon as open it:'(

**Developer response:** Sorry to hear that, you can always email us and my team will sort out the issue. Thank you for using our apps

### 5/5 — Best app ever

*2014-03-13*

Must buy if you are just starting BJJ or an experience practitioner. Serve as a reminder to all the finer points of various technique.

### 5/5 — Amazing as always!

*2012-06-19*

I have the Blue belt and Brown belt guides by Roy Dean. Amazingly put together. Most likely you have seen many of the techniques presented, but stringing the techniques together is where the action is. Dean knows how to string techniques together. I have watched the app everyday since I bought it and my game has seriously improved.

**Developer response:** That's great to know Paul. Keep watching and keep improving.

### 5/5 — Feedback

*2012-06-15, version 1.5*

Simply, clean and effective!!! More please!!!!

### 5/5 — Great

*2012-05-10*

Amazing app. Roy dean is a HUGE name in BJJ and one of the very best walking this earth. His training tips, techniques and the way he can explain and breakdown movements is un real. 
A must app for any Blue belt in bjj looking at expanding towards there purple belt. However if you are a white belt on the way to a blue I think I could be a little to much to take in right away.

Thanx again to Roy for another amazing tutorial.

### 5/5 — Help

*2012-02-08*

The sound is not working on the apps I have from your school. They worked but after I installed the update that feature is not working n my iPad 2 running the current iOS

**Developer response:** Thanks for your response my team will be working on it

### 5/5 — Vegas

*2011-12-11*

Excellent!!!!

**Developer response:** Thank you! Enjoy the Purple Belt Requirements app.

### 5/5 — Great App

*2011-05-28*

I have both the purple and blue belt app. Well worth the money.

**Developer response:** That's great to hear! thank you for using our apps. We're sure you will love the other apps too.

## Frequently asked questions about BJJ Purple Belt Requirements

### What is the primary focus of BJJ Purple Belt Requirements?

BJJ Purple Belt Requirements focuses on the conceptual skills and strategies needed to achieve the purple belt rank in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, rather than just a list of techniques. It aims to provide a template for the 'game' of BJJ.

### What specific BJJ positions and techniques are covered?

The app covers submissions and strategies from mount, side mount, guard, and back positions. It also includes lower body submissions and guard passing techniques.

### Does BJJ Purple Belt Requirements offer offline playback?

The provided data does not specify offline playback capabilities. However, as a paid instructional app, it is likely designed for focused learning sessions.

### What is the price of BJJ Purple Belt Requirements?

BJJ Purple Belt Requirements is available for a one-time purchase of $19.99. This grants you access to the instructional content.

### What devices is BJJ Purple Belt Requirements compatible with?

BJJ Purple Belt Requirements is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users.

### How often is BJJ Purple Belt Requirements updated?

The app was last updated on June 4, 2025, indicating ongoing support and potential for new content or improvements. The latest version is 2.9.

### What is the age rating for BJJ Purple Belt Requirements?

BJJ Purple Belt Requirements has an age rating of 12+. This suggests the content is suitable for users aged 12 and older.

### Does BJJ Purple Belt Requirements have ads?

No, BJJ Purple Belt Requirements does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application, and the absence of ads ensures an uninterrupted learning experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.9 — 2025-06-04

- Performance improved

### 2.8 — 2022-01-11

Added Crashlytics
Added Analytics
Added Events

### 2.7 — 2021-12-11

- Added offline download tabs
- Added download video in the background

### 2.6 — 2021-12-11

- Added offline download tabs
- Added download video in the background

### 2.5 — 2021-10-28

- Performance Improved
- Removed in-app purchases

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