with Shawn Melanson
Shawn Melanson teaches a seminar at Pirate Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Madison. The Precision Jiu Jitsu owner and BJJ black belt is known for his pressure-first, control-based teaching style. The session suits grapplers with some experience looking to refine their top game.
Shawn Melanson teaches a seminar at Pirate Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Madison, Alabama on August 22, 2026. Melanson is a BJJ black belt and owner of Precision Jiu Jitsu in New Hampshire, known for a refined, pressure-first teaching style and for instructionals like Precision Top Stuff and Arm Bar It All released through BJJ Fanatics. Expect a technical session built around Melanson's precision-control approach — small weight and positioning adjustments that neutralize an opponent's movement rather than relying on athleticism. The seminar should suit grapplers who already have a base and want to refine top pressure and control, and Pirate Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is hosting locally in Madison — check with the gym directly for gi/no-gi format and registration.
Shawn Melanson
Shawn Melanson is a BJJ black belt and owner/head coach of Precision Jiu-Jitsu in Hudson, New Hampshire, known for a pressure-based top game built on heavy wrestling integration. That system is the subject of several BJJ Fanatics instructionals he's released, including "Precision Wrestling for Jiu Jitsu" and "Precision Top Stuff."
When is the Shawn Melanson seminar in Madison, AL?
August 22, 2026, at Pirate Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Who is Shawn Melanson?
A BJJ black belt and owner of Precision Jiu Jitsu in New Hampshire, known for his precision-control teaching style and instructionals released through BJJ Fanatics.
What will the seminar focus on?
Melanson typically teaches top pressure, control, and submission concepts built around small positional adjustments rather than reliance on strength or speed.
Is this seminar gi or no-gi?
Format isn't specified in the listing; confirm with Pirate Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
What level is this seminar for?
The control-based curriculum tends to reward students with some existing mat time, though contact the gym for specific guidance.
How do I register?
Contact Pirate Brazilian Jiu Jitsu directly for registration and pricing.
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