Welcome to the Shawn Williams Global Academy.

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Online courses, classes, Q and A's and so much more taught by world renowned 5th degree Renzo Gracie black belt, Shawn Williams.

"I have learned and trained with some of the very best in the world in all facets of the martial arts, studied how the body works, and have been teaching for over 24 years. My goal is to make learning EASIER, FASTER, and give you the tools to actually APPLY what you know at a higher level."

-Shawn Williams

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What Others Say...

Renzo Gracie

...Shawn Williams is one of the best teachers out there... one of my greatest creations!...

Jiu Jitsu & MMA Pioneer
2 x ADCC Champion
Pride FC Champion

Georges St. Pierre

"Shawn Williams has been a huge help in the development of my ground game in combat. He truly is a living encyclopedia of Jiu-Jitsu."

UFC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPION & HALL OF FAME MEMBER

Matt Serra

I was there the moment Shawn stepped off of the bus from Indiana - he became one of my main training partners Renzo's day in and day out. It's very cool to see his evolution into becoming one of the great educators in Jiu Jitsu

UFC World Champion & Hall of Fame
Jiu Jitsu World Champion
The Ultimate Fighter Champion
The Ultiimate Fighter Coach
UFC podcast - Host

Alexander Aung

"...I had already been training for over a decade when I met Shawn but I was blown away by his attention to detail, depth of knowledge, and ability to articulate techniques step-by-step as well as the underlying principles of the art..."

3rd DEGREE BLACK BELT, OWNER - COMMON GROUND BJJ

Why Shawn Williams?

Shawn has extensive experience and knowledge in all things Jiu Jitsu, MMA, and Wrestling. Allow Shawn to guide you along your jiu jitsu life path.

5th Degree Black Belt

Shawn is a 5th degree black belt under Master Renzo Gracie. Immediately following Ricardo Almeida, Matt Serra, Rodrigo Gracie , Nick Serra. Promoted to black belt with his good friend and colleague John Danaher on April 2, 2002.

A Trusted Guide

For over 15 years and counting, Shawn has been trusted as the lead commentator and analyst for the largest grappling competitions in the World such as: ADCC, IBJJF Worlds, Pans, No Gi Worlds, ADCC trials, WNO, and more.

25+ Years of Coaching

Has over 25 years of coaching experience with every level of practitioner and athlete. He understands the frustrations and pitfalls that can be had, and has helped thousands throughout the World break though those and achieve their goals.

Innovator

Not only is Shawn widely considered one of the very best instructors in the world, he is known to be an innovator and pioneer of many of today's Jiu Jitsu techniques. The Williams Guard, modern day leg pummeling, bodylock passing, and the nearside under are just a few of many systematic technical innovations that Williams has brought to the Jiu Jitsu World.

Competed at the Highest Levels

Shawn has competed at the highest levels all over the World. Accumulating many titles including a Bronze medal at the ADULT black belt Pan Am.

Which Path is Right for You?

Membership? Courses? You Choose the paths to learn from.

The Academy

Shawn's online academy membership program. Get access to classes, the technique library, a monthly Q and A, and much more! Take your skills to the next level.

** Courses, Masterclasses, Systems and the coaching institute are not included**

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Courses, Masterclasses & Systems

Like learning in systemized chunks? Courses are either systemized methods or topic/situational based lessons to enhance your training. Individually sold. No membership needed.

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The Coaching Institute

Become a Master Teacher/Coach. Take your students to another level!

VERY limited BETA program now enrolling.

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