# BJJ Roadmap — A Guide to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

> Structured guide to learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques and strategies. (iPhone/iPad app by Grapplearts Enterprises Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-roadmap/id864289023 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Grapplearts Enterprises Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/539545697)
- Category: Sports, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 62 App Store ratings · 100 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 24 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-09-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-roadmap/id864289023/reviews.md

## What is BJJ Roadmap?

Do you want learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu the right way?  Then grab the BJJ Roadmap app and let the pieces of the puzzle immediately start coming together for you. 

BJJ is the most effective grappling system in the world, but it can be very confusing for your first couple of years of training.  But BJJ can, and should, make sense!  The BJJ Roadmap app is the perfect tool for getting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu right, right from the start.  

- Master the sense of overwhelm so you can confidently navigate your way among the different techniques and submissions in BJJ
- Learn exactly how the different ground positions fit together so that you never feel lost on the mat again
- Find out what exactly you should do next to get better at grappling
- Discover the missing components you need to get your techniques to work in a real life sparring situation

Using high quality video instruction this app will give you the strategies, tactics, techniques and training methods you need to get good at BJJ as fast as possible.  

WHAT YOU'LL GET IN THE FREE SECTION OF THE APP

- A complete overview of the major BJJ positions and how they fit together
- A detailed breakdown of the Closed Guard, Open Guard and Half Guard positions
- Guard sweeps that take you from the bottom to the top 
- Guard passes you can use to cut your way through your opponent's defences
- How to avoid the most common mistakes made on the top and the bottom

WHAT YOU'LL GET IN THE PAID SECTION OF THE APP

- Four more positions to round out your BJJ game, including Side Mount, Knee Mount, Rear Mount and the Turtle Position
- Advanced details to take your game to the next level quickly and easily.
- The best transitions to improve your position so you can keep your opponent continually on the defensive.
- Effective escapes you can use even if your opponent is bigger than you
- Overviews of the most common, most effective submissions from each position
- How to avoid the mistakes that can lead to injury or months of wasted time and effort as you do the wrong thing again and again.

This app covers a complete system for learning BJJ.  It starts with the Roadmap concept so that you get the complete big picture of the art of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu (along with the concepts, techniques and strategies used by almost every advanced player).

I want you to know the ‘why, where, when, who and what’ of everything you learn in BJJ, which is why in this app we cover:

- Why certain techniques work better than others.
- Where your arms and legs MUST be to avoid giving your opponent an easy submission!f
- When is the best time for trying specific moves?
- Who is best suited for certain positions and submissions?
- What the critical take-home details are, without which your technique just won’t work!

Many BJJ students never end up learning the fundamentals of the art properly because these basics are so ‘obvious’ to their instructors that they don’t bother to pass them on to their students. 

But if the concepts, strategies and tactics of BJJ get laid out for you in a clear, concise and interesting manner (instead of you having to figure it all out through trial and error) then your skills will literally jump to a new level overnight.

ABOUT STEPHAN KESTING

Stephan Kesting is a BJJ black belt and an instructor in Combat Submission Wrestling.  

In addition to his grappling certifications he also has a Black Belt in Kajukenbo Karate and is a certified Instructor in Dan Inosanto’s Filipino Martial Arts, Majaphait Silat and Jun Fan JKD.  With his series of best-selling apps, DVDs, and instructional programs he has helped tens of thousands of martial artists lift the level of their grappling game.

## Key features

- Master BJJ positions and transitions
- Understand technique fundamentals
- Learn effective submissions and escapes
- Video instruction for techniques
- Navigate BJJ concepts clearly
- Avoid common training mistakes

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Side Mount | $3.99 | one-time |
| Knee Mount | $3.99 | one-time |
| Full Mount | $3.99 | one-time |
| Rear Mount | $3.99 | one-time |
| Turtle | $3.99 | one-time |
| Get Them All | $13.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of BJJ Roadmap?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 📚 Comprehensive BJJ fundamentals curriculum
- 👨‍🏫 Clear and concise instruction from expert Stephen Kesting
- 💰 Excellent value with extensive free content
- 📱 Easy-to-use interface and navigation
- 🎥 High-quality video production and multi-angle demonstrations
- 🧠 Concept-oriented teaching approach
- ⭐ Highly recommended for beginners
- 🎓 Structured roadmap for learning BJJ
- 🤝 Responsive customer support
- 📖 Complements live training effectively

**Cons**

- 🐛 Videos fail to load or play (most critical issue)
- 🔊 Audio/sound not working on multiple devices
- 📧 Promised e-books not delivered
- 💳 Pricing discrepancies between app store and app
- 🔄 App compatibility issues with iOS updates
- ❌ Blank/black screens on some devices
- ⚠️ Limited submission content in base version
- 🚫 App crashes or becomes unresponsive

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Videos won't load or play (recurring across multiple iOS versions)
- No audio/sound in videos on iPhone and iPad
- Error loading video messages
- Blank white or black screens preventing video playback
- App incompatibility with iOS 14 and iOS 18
- E-book delivery failure after email signup
- Video playback issues after iOS updates
- App crashes on reinstall attempts

**Most requested features**

- Auto-play transition between videos
- In-depth submission explanations
- Self-defense curriculum integration
- Offline video downloading capability

## Recent user reviews (10 of 100)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-roadmap/id864289023/reviews.md

### 1/5 — WTH

*2026-06-05, version 1.9*

Use to be a decent app, now none of the videos play. Lost all of my purchases.

### 1/5 — Stopped working

*2026-04-17, version 1.9*

Brilliant until it stopped working. Please fix the app.

### 1/5 — Wasted my time

*2026-03-07*

Downloaded app and gave my email for the free e-book. The videos in the app don’t play (“error loading video”) and no link to the e-book has been sent. A total waste of my time and wasted space on my device.

### 4/5 — Videos don’t work any more. 🤨

*2026-02-24, version 1.9*

Fantastic app until it stopped working

### 1/5 — Error Loading

*2025-11-20*

The app worked until it stopped loading videos.  Error loading videos.  Is there a problem loading from the server? Can this be resolved please?

### 3/5 — Love the app, videos no longer working

*2025-10-31, version 1.9*

I like being able to view the content at work but videos no longer loading on multiple iOS devices including the paid content

### 1/5 — Videos won't load, os 18 on iPhone 14 Pro. Kesting's instructionals are amazing - I wish it worked

*2025-10-25, version 1.9*

As described

### 1/5 — Videos used to work. Purchased the extra videos. Content was good. But the videos don’t work anymore

*2025-10-18*

Detail in the title. The videos don’t work on my device anymore. I tried downloading the app on my wife’s phone and they don’t work either. What’s going on? I purchased to unlock the extra content

### 1/5 — Videos won’t play

*2025-09-26, version 1.9*

Videos won’t play

### 1/5 — Videos won’t play

*2025-08-20, version 1.9*

This app has great potential! But the developer is straight trash. DO NOT DOWNLOAD UNLESS YOU WANT TO THROW YOUR PHONE ACROSS TBE ROOM.

## Frequently asked questions about BJJ Roadmap

### What is the BJJ Roadmap app?

The BJJ Roadmap app is a comprehensive guide designed to help you learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu correctly. It breaks down complex techniques, positions, and strategies, making the art of BJJ easier to understand and master.

### What kind of content is available in the free section?

The free section provides an overview of major BJJ positions and how they connect, detailed breakdowns of Closed Guard, Open Guard, and Half Guard, guard sweeps, guard passes, and advice on avoiding common mistakes from both top and bottom positions.

### What additional content is available in the paid section?

The paid section expands your BJJ knowledge with four more positions (Side Mount, Knee Mount, Rear Mount, Turtle), advanced details for rapid improvement, effective transitions, escapes for larger opponents, overviews of common submissions, and guidance on avoiding injury and wasted effort.

### Who is this app best suited for?

This app is ideal for anyone wanting to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or improve their existing skills. It's particularly beneficial for beginners who may feel overwhelmed by the complexity of BJJ, as well as intermediate practitioners looking to refine their game.

### How does the app help users understand BJJ concepts?

The app focuses on explaining the 'why, where, when, who, and what' of BJJ techniques. It clarifies why certain techniques are more effective, the correct body positioning to avoid submissions, optimal timing for moves, suitability of positions for different individuals, and critical details that ensure technique success.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9 — 2024-07-06

Welcome to the latest update of the BJJ Roadmap App!


We are excited to bring you a completely revamped experience with this version. Here’s what’s new:


1. Rebuilt from Scratch: Our team has meticulously rebuilt the app from the ground up to ensure a more robust and seamless experience.

2. Enhanced User Interface: Enjoy a fresh, modern design with intuitive navigation and a visually appealing layout.

3. New Download Feature: You can now download content directly to your device for offline access, ensuring you stay connected even without an internet connection.

4. Performance Optimization: We’ve significantly optimized the app for faster load times and smoother performance.

5. Bug Fixes and Improvements: We’ve squashed numerous bugs and made under-the-hood improvements to enhance stability and reliability.

6. Main platform updated to the latest stable release7

7. Added dynamic app version name and update date in the settings screen


Thank you for using the BJJ Roadmap App. We are committed to providing the best possible experience, and we hope you enjoy these new features and improvements. If you have any feedback or encounter any issues, please reach out to our support team.


Happy exploring!

### 1.8 — 2024-07-04

Welcome to the latest update of the BJJ Roadmap App!


We are excited to bring you a completely revamped experience with this version. Here’s what’s new:


1. Rebuilt from Scratch: Our team has meticulously rebuilt the app from the ground up to ensure a more robust and seamless experience.

2. Enhanced User Interface: Enjoy a fresh, modern design with intuitive navigation and a visually appealing layout.

3. New Download Feature: You can now download content directly to your device for offline access, ensuring you stay connected even without an internet connection.

4. Performance Optimization: We’ve significantly optimized the app for faster load times and smoother performance.

5. Bug Fixes and Improvements: We’ve squashed numerous bugs and made under-the-hood improvements to enhance stability and reliability.

6. Main platform updated to the latest stable release


Thank you for using the BJJ Roadmap App. We are committed to providing the best possible experience, and we hope you enjoy these new features and improvements. If you have any feedback or encounter any issues, please reach out to our support team.


Happy exploring!

### 1.7 — 2024-06-20

Welcome to the latest update of the BJJ Roadmap App!


We are excited to bring you a completely revamped experience with this version. Here’s what’s new:


1. Rebuilt from Scratch: Our team has meticulously rebuilt the app from the ground up to ensure a more robust and seamless experience.

2. Enhanced User Interface: Enjoy a fresh, modern design with intuitive navigation and a visually appealing layout.

3. New Download Feature: You can now download content directly to your device for offline access, ensuring you stay connected even without an internet connection.

4. Performance Optimization: We’ve significantly optimized the app for faster load times and smoother performance.

5. Bug Fixes and Improvements: We’ve squashed numerous bugs and made under-the-hood improvements to enhance stability and reliability.


Thank you for using the BJJ Roadmap App. We are committed to providing the best possible experience, and we hope you enjoy these new features and improvements. If you have any feedback or encounter any issues, please reach out to our support team.


Happy exploring!

### 1.6 — 2024-06-17

Welcome to the latest update of the BJJ Roadmap App!

We are excited to bring you a completely revamped experience with this version. Here’s what’s new:

1. Rebuilt from Scratch: Our team has meticulously rebuilt the app from the ground up to ensure a more robust and seamless experience.
2. Enhanced User Interface: Enjoy a fresh, modern design with intuitive navigation and a visually appealing layout.
3. New Download Feature: You can now download content directly to your device for offline access, ensuring you stay connected even without an internet connection.
4. Performance Optimization: We’ve significantly optimized the app for faster load times and smoother performance.
5. Bug Fixes and Improvements: We’ve squashed numerous bugs and made under-the-hood improvements to enhance stability and reliability.

Thank you for using the BJJ Roadmap App. We are committed to providing the best possible experience, and we hope you enjoy these new features and improvements. If you have any feedback or encounter any issues, please reach out to our support team.

Happy exploring!

### 1.5 — 2020-11-17

Bug Fixes for new iOS

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