ADHD & BJJ Progress Tracker

25-page toolkit with assessment tools and training journals

Track What Matters:

This comprehensive toolkit helps ADHD learners and their instructors measure progress across technical skills, executive function improvements, and overall wellbeing—providing the concrete evidence of growth that keeps ADHD brains motivated.

Toolkit Overview

This 25-page resource provides evidence-based assessment and tracking tools specifically designed for ADHD learners in BJJ. The toolkit measures both technical progression and the broader cognitive and behavioral benefits of training.

What's Included

1. Baseline Assessment (Pages 1-5)

ADHD Symptom Checklist: Track focus, impulsivity, and hyperactivity before starting BJJ
Executive Function Assessment: Measure planning, organization, and emotional regulation
Physical Fitness Baseline: Document starting strength, flexibility, and endurance
Social Confidence Scale: Assess comfort in group settings and new situations

2. Weekly Training Journal (Pages 6-15)

Session Log: Record techniques learned, sparring notes, and challenges
Focus Rating: Track attention and engagement each session
Energy Management: Monitor how training affects ADHD symptoms
Wins & Challenges: Celebrate progress and identify areas needing support

3. Technical Skills Tracker (Pages 16-20)

Position Mastery Checklist: Track proficiency in guard, mount, side control, etc.
Technique Inventory: Log all techniques learned with confidence ratings
Sparring Progress: Document improvements in live rolling
Belt Progression Roadmap: Clear milestones for advancement

4. ADHD Impact Assessment (Pages 21-23)

Monthly Symptom Review: Track changes in ADHD symptoms over time
Executive Function Progress: Measure improvements in real-world skills
Behavioral Observations: For parents/instructors to note changes
Academic/Work Performance: Track spillover benefits beyond the gym

5. Goal Setting & Reflection (Pages 24-25)

SMART Goal Templates: Set specific, achievable training goals
Quarterly Review: Reflect on progress and adjust approach
Motivation Tracker: Identify what keeps you engaged
Celebration Log: Document and celebrate all wins, big and small

Why Tracking Matters for ADHD:

Provides concrete evidence of progress when ADHD brains struggle to see improvement
Identifies patterns in what helps vs. hinders training success
Maintains motivation through visible documentation of growth
Supports communication between students, parents, and instructors
Demonstrates broader benefits beyond just BJJ skills

How to Use This Tracker

For Students:

Complete baseline assessment before starting or at beginning of tracker use
Fill out weekly journal after each training session (takes 2-3 minutes)
Update technical skills tracker monthly
Complete ADHD impact assessment every 4 weeks
Review and set new goals quarterly

For Parents:

Help younger students complete assessments
Provide behavioral observations from home/school
Celebrate progress documented in the tracker
Share relevant sections with instructors

For Instructors:

Use to identify students needing additional support
Track effectiveness of ADHD-friendly teaching approaches
Provide specific feedback based on documented progress
Demonstrate program impact to parents and stakeholders

Pairs Perfectly With:

8-Week ADHD BJJ Program - Use this tracker to monitor progress through the curriculum
ADHD & BJJ Starter Guide - Complete baseline before starting training
BJJ Gym ADHD Framework - Instructors can use student tracker data to refine programs

Download Your Tracker

Click the "Download / Print PDF" button above to access the complete 25-page toolkit. Print multiple copies of the weekly journal pages for ongoing use, or use digitally with a tablet and stylus.

Pro Tip:

Set a recurring reminder on your phone to complete the weekly journal right after training while the session is fresh in your mind. Consistency in tracking leads to the most valuable insights!