Track A
12-Month Curriculum
An intensive path through the instructor curriculum for candidates ready to move quickly toward teaching.
Teacher Training
Program
Learn to teach, run, and operate a Jiu-Jitsu school — guided by an instructor trained in the Gracie family’s own teacher program.
The Opportunity
Turn your passion
into a profession
Ryan Deichert, in conjunction with Balance Studios, offers a comprehensive Jiu-Jitsu teacher training program. It’s designed for serious candidates who want to teach, run, or operate a Jiu-Jitsu school — and no prior experience is required to apply.
You’ll learn from someone who spent six years in the Gracie instructor program under Grandmaster Hélio Gracie, Rorion Gracie, and Royce Gracie — and who has built and run a successful academy in Tampa since 2007.
Program Options
Choose your track
Track B
24-Month Curriculum
A longer, deeper track that develops your technique, teaching, and school-operation skills over two years.
Who Should Apply
Built for the serious
Future Instructors
People who want to coach and share Jiu-Jitsu the right way.
Future School Owners
Those planning to run or open their own academy.
Committed Beginners
No experience required — just dedication and a serious commitment to learn.
Apply
Ready to learn to teach?
To learn more or apply, contact Ryan Deichert directly. Serious inquiries welcome.