Monkey climb

One of the more difficult BJJ warm up drills is the Monkey climb. Your partner stands with his arms apart like a tree as you jump on and climb around his body without putting your feet on the ground, kinda like a monkey climbing around in a tree.

What this drill aims to develop is to teach the importance of moving your body as a unit, using correct grips and maintaining leg tension and keeping your weight up high above the standing partner's hip line.

This is a great total body workout and it's just as hard for your standing partner who needs to remain balanced and carry your constantly shifting weight. It's a great workout!