The "Snow Day" Culture: BJJ Home Dojo Plan
Catskills edition - home training plan
Home mats ready. A simple plan to stay mat-ready through winter snow.
- Home dojo friendly
- 5, 20, or 45 minute options
- Safe movement first
Clean movement first. Steady pace every day.
Updated January 2026 | Sensei Sandy BJJ | Tannersville, NY Reserve Your Free First Visit.
Winter in the Catskills brings deep snow. You can still keep moving.
When snow covers the mountain, you can train right at home. Practice simple movement on your rug. Stay ready for the mat. Reserve Your Free First Visit.
You can keep your skills fresh with a home dojo plan.
The goal: Keep your body feeling great.
- Keep movement clean.
- Keep joints warm and mobile.
- Return to class ready to train.
Step 0: Safety Check on the Floor
- Clear space: Make room on your floor. Move tables and toys.
- Floor surface: Use a thick rug or yoga mat.
- Golden rule: Move slow and smooth at home.
- Listen to your body: Rest when you need a pause.
Step 1: Choose Your Time Block
Pick a routine you can keep. Consistency wins the winter.
Option A: The Busy Day (20 minutes)
Best for: Travel days or gentle recovery.
Warm-up: Neck, shoulder, and hip circles with gentle squats.
Movement base: 45 seconds work, 15 seconds rest.
- Shrimps on the floor.
- Bridges with a shoulder roll.
- Technical stand-up with steady base.
- Sit-through hip heists.
- Gentle sprawls with soft landings.
Mind practice: Picture clean bridge timing. Learn class words.
Note down: Write one question for your coach.
Option B: Deep Practice (45 minutes)
Best for: Deep winter snow days.
Warm-up: Full joint circles and light jumping jacks.
Movement: Three rounds of mat drills.
Skill focus: Pick one move to drill solo.
Fitness: A brisk indoor circuit to keep your heart healthy.
Option C: The Mat Snack (5 minutes)
Quick and easy while tea brews.
Mat Snack
5 MIN- 10 Shrimps (each side)
- 10 Bridges (look back)
- 5 Tech Stand-ups (each side)
- 30 sec Plank (core tight)
- 5 Deep Breaths
#CATSKILLSBJJ - STAY MAT READY
FAQ: Local Training and Logistics
Next Steps
- Save this page for the next snowy day.
- Check the roads: Tannersville Weather.
- New here? Come visit our clean room. Reserve Your Free First Visit.
Join Us on the Mat
Home drills keep you moving. Mat time builds real skill. Learn class words. See 12-week pricing.
Beginner small-group classes running now in Tannersville. Prefer 1-on-1? Private Coaching. See 12-week pricing.
Reserve Your Free First Visit