Online instructionals are a great way to reinforce what you learn on the mats, but they are no replacement for a coach who can see you roll. Think of them as homework: the best results come from watching a short lesson, then drilling it with a partner in class.
This is the 2026 edition of our guide. Platform prices change often and many run frequent sales, so treat every price below as a guide and confirm it on the platform's own site before you buy. You can still read the 2025 version.
Quick Comparison
| Platform | Model | Best for | Pricing notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Submeta | Subscription | Structured, concept-driven learning | Listed from about $19.95/month on annual billing; the Foundations courses are free |
| Grappler's Guide | One-off purchase | Big library, long-term value | Used to be sold around $97 for lifetime access; pricing has changed, so check the current price |
| Atos BJJ On Demand | Subscription | Gi and no-gi competition material | About $25/month in 2025; check for a free trial |
| BJJ Fanatics | Per-course purchase | Picking exact topics from top instructors | Individual courses and bundles; sale prices are what most people pay |
| AOJ+ | Subscription | Mendes-style game and structured curriculum | About $25/month in 2025; check for a trial |
1. Submeta (Lachlan Giles)
A structured, concept-first platform with progressive lessons, exercises and regular updates. Many students find it one of the best-organized resources, and the free Foundations courses are an easy way to test whether the style suits you.
2. Grappler's Guide
A very large archive of courses from multiple instructors, historically known for its lifetime-access model. Pricing has changed over time, so compare the current offer with what you would pay for a subscription over a year or two.
3. Atos BJJ On Demand
The Atos library (under André Galvão) combines instructionals, seminars, sparring footage and drills. A good fit if you compete and want material close to current competition trends.
4. BJJ Fanatics
The largest catalogue of the group, with instructionals from a very wide range of competitors and coaches. Because you buy individual courses, it works best when you already know what to fix, for example "my half guard" or "defending leg locks". Watch for seasonal sales, especially around Black Friday, which is just four weeks away.
5. AOJ+ (Art of Jiu Jitsu)
Led by the Mendes brothers, with a structured curriculum, technique library and drills, in English and Portuguese.
How to Choose
- Brand new to BJJ? Start with a free resource and your in-person classes. You do not need a paid platform in your first months. Many coaches suggest waiting until you have some mat time, so you know what you actually need to work on.
- Want a full curriculum? A subscription (Submeta, Atos or AOJ+) gives you a path to follow.
- Fixing one problem? Buy a single course from BJJ Fanatics, ideally on sale.
- Studying for years? Compare Grappler's Guide's current price with a yearly subscription.
Free and Low-Cost Options
- Chris Paines, How to Defend Everything (YouTube)
- Pedro Crixel (YouTube)
- Stephan Kesting, BJJ Roadmap (free PDF and video series)
- Rory van Vliet, beginner technique playlists
Want a coach to turn what you watch into real skill? Start with a free 7-day trial at HOGA in Zurich district 5, or read about our Beginners Program.