Jiu-Jitsu
Opponent Tendency Scouting Round
Use film to identify a specific partner's tendencies before rolling
10 min
1 scouting review + 3 live rounds
Advanced
Why this drill
Builds toward use film to identify a specific partner's tendencies before rolling.
Instructions
- 1Watch previous film of the partner you're about to roll with.
- 2Note their preferred guard, pass, and first reaction when swept.
- 3Roll live and specifically test whether that tendency holds up.
- 4Debrief immediately after: did the read match what happened live.
What to focus on
Testing a specific hypothesis from film, not rolling generically.
Recommended reps
1 scouting review + 3 live rounds
Common mistake
Watching the film but not applying any specific plan once rolling starts.