Joao Crus BJJSkills for life · Est. 2003
Books & Resources
Beyond the Academy
Learning Beyond the Mat. Books, instruction and conversations for families, students and coaches. Find a resource for the way you want to learn.
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01 Books & emotional development
Stories and practical guides by Joao Crus, connecting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with emotional regulation, boundaries and personal growth.
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02 Online Jiu-Jitsu instruction
Joao's online instruction brings together foundational curricula, focused technique studies and resources for teaching children.
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03 Coach education
For martial arts instructors teaching children. Explore a free coaching community and a 12-week program with 24 planned classes, purposeful games and relational-first teaching guidance.
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04 Boundaries & personal growth
A course by Joao Crus exploring awareness, pressure and personal boundaries through principles adapted from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
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05 Parenting resources
Short conversations with Joao Crus about communication, emotional regulation and the relationships that help children grow.
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From the books to the conversations, Joao's work puts connection at the center of learning.
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