Training BJJ or Judo Twice a Week: Can You Still Improve?
Absolutely—and here’s why.
If you’ve just started your martial arts journey or you’re balancing a packed schedule, you might wonder:
“Can I really improve if I only train twice a week?”
We get this question all the time from beginners, parents, and working professionals. The short answer?
Yes, you can make real, steady progress—even with just two classes a week.
At Torrent BJJ, in Hanover, MA, we’ve seen countless students thrive on a 2x/week training schedule. Whether you're training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or Judo, it’s not about how much time you have—it's about what you do with it.
✅ Progress Is Possible With 2x/Week Training
You may not be living in the gym—but you're still showing up. That alone puts you ahead of the curve. With two focused sessions a week, here’s what you can expect to improve:
Technical Knowledge – You’ll build a strong foundation of movements, positions, and principles.
Timing & Reactions – Live drills and sparring help your body develop instinctive responses.
Confidence – Each class reinforces your ability to handle pressure, solve problems, and push past self-doubt.
Movement & Coordination – You’ll feel more in control of your body and balance—on the mat and off it.
That’s not hypothetical—it’s real progress, and it’s happening every week at Torrent Jiu-Jitsu Hanover and our Judo classes in Pembroke.
⏳ Consistency > Volume
Training five days a week might speed up your progress if you can sustain it—but for most people, consistency beats intensity in the long run.
If you show up every Tuesday and Thursday for a year, you’ll have:
100+ hours of focused learning
Dozens of techniques learned and practiced
Real gains in strength, flexibility, and stamina
Confidence that comes from sticking with something challenging
Progress in BJJ 2x per week isn’t just possible—it’s sustainable, especially for students with a busy schedule.
💡 How to Maximize Your 2x/Week Schedule
Want to get the most out of your time on the mat? Here’s how:
1. Be intentional with your training.
Focus during warmups and drills.
Ask questions.
Pay attention to details—how you move, grip, breathe.
2. Supplement outside of class.
You don’t need more mat time to improve—sometimes a few small habits help a lot:
Watch short videos of the techniques you’re learning
Keep a BJJ or Judo journal (note what worked, what didn’t, and what you want to try)
Stretch and do mobility work at home
Visualize techniques or review notes between classes
3. Track small wins.
Improvement doesn’t always look like a belt promotion. It might look like:
Escaping a position that used to frustrate you
Staying calm in a tough round
Helping a newer teammate
Feeling excited to come to class instead of nervous
💪 The Hidden Benefits of Training 2x/Week
Even if your goal isn’t to become a world champion, training twice a week brings some powerful benefits:
Better fitness – Strength, flexibility, and cardio all improve naturally
Less stress – Movement, breathing, and focus melt away the day’s worries
Sense of accomplishment – You’re learning, growing, and showing up for yourself
And let’s not forget—you’re doing something hard. That matters.
💬 You Don’t Need to Train Every Day to Get Good
Let’s bust the myth once and for all:
You don’t need to train every day to improve in BJJ or Judo.
Yes, more training can help if your schedule allows. But if it doesn’t? No problem.
What matters most is this:
You’re consistent.
You’re focused.
You keep coming back.
👊 Whether It’s Two Days or Five—Just Keep Showing Up
At Torrent BJJ, we’re here for you—wherever you’re starting from and however busy your life is.
Whether you’re training twice a week or five times a week, what matters most is that you’re on the mat. Keep showing up, and the progress will come.
👉 Ready to start your journey? Try a free class. You don’t need to do everything—just do what you can. We’ll take care of the rest.