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@anonymous071985 Сағат бұрын
A lot of suck for MAYBE sounds like life to me 😂
@Jonathanwebb100 6 күн бұрын
Do you think if he cleared your leg and kept circling you would have had the finish?
@ChristopherCarpenter 3 күн бұрын
The high elbow guillotine is an interesting, finishing mechanic, but I feel like if he fully cleared the leg I would not have had the finish. It probably would’ve led to a scramble.
@Jonathanwebb100 3 күн бұрын
@ChristopherCarpenter thanks
@josefwagner5710 16 күн бұрын
I’ve gone to three lessons so far and still haven’t understood a thing. I’m gassing out after my 4th spar and feel like all I have is the internet for “tips” which then in real life is so hard to translate. I’m looking forward to when I start to get the gist of it
@christophersmith3695 17 күн бұрын
Quitting at purple/brown belt is like quitting law school right before your final test in your third year when you have straight A's.
@benjamindelfs2718 20 күн бұрын
Forget the blue belt. There’s more colour after that to get. May as well just enjoy your white belt and keep learning and having fun. In 20 years if you’re still there, you won’t be too worried about a blue belt
@loganwheeler6368 21 күн бұрын
The most frustrating thing for me as a white belt is that I'm tall and skinny and weigh 145lbs. and EVERYONE else at my gym weights 190, 200+lbs. Sometimes it feels like no matter how good my form or technique is - it's literally impossible for me to have any success when two of my arms combined are still weaker than one of my opponents, and being on bottom with 200lbs on my chest hurts my ribs just in side control(Forget about knee on belly). Been training for well over 6 months consistently, but I get no success and never make anyone tap. ever. I know I'm making progress, but it doesnt feel like it sometimes. The only time I get any success is when upper belts let me work, which feels like I'm not earning it. oh well, I'm not quitting, going to keep at it until blue belt at least, probably more.
@Lifecounselor710 21 күн бұрын
First sign is your watching this video
@ChristopherCarpenter 8 күн бұрын
Agree 100%
@zyncarla 27 күн бұрын
I wrestled for 5 years did some D3 college but it was 20 years ago and I’m now 40, but I work in construction and I’ve powerlifted / strongmen competed for those 20 years I’m 6’3 280lbs with a small amount of fat nothing visible. My first day I was out with another ultra heavyweight and the guy couldn’t do anything he had apparently been training here for 6 months he ended up getting frustrated and almost left early before the coach talked to him. He was yout typical overweight office worker who weighed 300lbs but was as strong as a 150lb women. I put my ego aside and let him work his subs on me, he felt better and now he’s been strength training on and off with me for a few weeks outside of bjj. I can see why he’d be frustrated but I’m glad I wasn’t the reason someone quit on my first day.
@JEFFMAN90 Ай бұрын
What’s your belt level in Judo now??
@sk8nchill52 Ай бұрын
1. Start jiu jitsu 2. Very out of shape and tired 3. A little better shape, little less tired 4. Don’t know what I’m doing 5. Kind of know what I’m doing but not enough to beat anyone 6. Escaping is a win 7. Catching some subs 8. Get hurt and take time off and go back to step 2. Repeat this cycle forever 😂
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
Thanks!
@ExploringwithJoseCalifornia Ай бұрын
Awful video not helpful at all why do all these so called helpful videos stink ?
@ronin6327 Ай бұрын
What frustrates me in bjj is it takes 10 years to achieve a black belt (on average, sometimes more) , and in traditional Japanese jiu-jitsu and in judo, it takes on average 5-7 years. Why is it almost double in bjj? I can't help but think it's just a way to keep people enrolled for financial gain. If you're a legit purple belt in bjj (especially in Gracie jiu-jitsu), you will have more than enough to defend yourself against most people on the street. Also, time away from family and injuries are also reasons.
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
Imagine being a “legit” purple belt. Sounds gau and cringe af.
@PeterJames143 Ай бұрын
I generally like your points. Not sure they are hard and fast rules. To me there are five main concerns: 1) quality of technical instruction -- does he recognize legit jiu jitsu that he didn't teach you, does he teach legit jiu jitsu, of which there are broadly 4 or 5 legit types (old school gracie jj (rener and ryron--if you make fun of that it means you are not familiar with what they are teaching), self defense, fancy black belt sport style stuff with berimbolos and imanari rolls, "invisible jiu jitsu" henry akins and rickson gracie stuff, maybe could include mma style jj), 2) quality of class format and class plans (is there any organization or is your guy just winging it). Also there are methods for teaching class that are way better than the format we all waste years at, does he pay attention to those kinds of ideas, 3) honor of owner of the gym (is he honest, does he treat people honestly, is his lineage at least legit or at best honorable with good or famously awesome people), 4) decency of the gym (I want to be at a gym where people don't run around taking their shirts off or drop f bombs like they are going out of style--not saying I never curse, just saying I don't want every conversation to have 2 f bombs---there are children in this sport, can we please act like we are not sailors on leave in 1902), 5) safety. I just believe my criteria are pretty incontrovertible except for decency. For some people that's not important. And if you are among the top competitors in your sport then you have to withhold judgment if they curse like sailors and take their shirts off every 30 seconds. If you get a creepy feeling or the guy lies, or is openly disrespectful to you or he plays games with cliques or he curses like a guy kicked out of the navy for cursing too much then of course that would violate the positive things i'm looking for. Or if he usually wins rolls by lifting weights or taking steroids but doesn't know clean technique, that's not ideal either. Is he a bad teacher. I like the injury rate comment I saw someone make. That is vital. You could maybe fit that under quality of class format or honor of the person running the gym. Anyway that is vitally important. Does the professor incentivize or encourage meathead moves, does the professor hurt people. I had a professor like that. And people were getting hurt. That's partly why I left. Mostly because he lied and was dishonorable and didn't have a high level of technical proficiency, he knew some stuff but he won by strength.
@OldDad-zt3yc Ай бұрын
He hit him with that Tyler Spangler special
@Crystals10000 Ай бұрын
He went right into the choke..handed it straight to him
@marrami2059 Ай бұрын
Have you noticed how trashy these grappling refs are ? As if they’re thinking about dinner 🤦🏽♂️
@peterjanjanin9883 Ай бұрын
He must have gone to the Mario Yamasaki school of reffing
@78logistics Ай бұрын
65 years old here.....attend class fice days a week. Just being able to train is reward enough.
@Trollioli Ай бұрын
He should never Ref again with that.
@DaheelHooka Ай бұрын
Cold asff homey😤😤😮💨
@MRBONKERS1000 Ай бұрын
Bro ,good on you for wanting to make the sport safer, and easier to spot what's going on
@malikjohnson8459 Ай бұрын
I did not know you could finsh the guli when they on the side
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
The high elbow guillotine with the slight leg wrap was enough to overcome that, but you are correct; it's much more difficult when they are on that side. I was trying to lock up some kind of 1/2 guard or full guard. But he was good about getting around to that side. It was just Tight For too long and his lights went out.
@AlstarPalmer Ай бұрын
Double legs are too risky
@ejta12222 Ай бұрын
Do you know your opponents name??
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
I mean I didn’t/don’t know his name as this was the first time I met him. Theoretically I could have gotten his name from the smoothcomp website when I was competing as it lists your opponents name. It also shows it at the table, but I didn’t look or remember. What lead you to ask?
@ejta12222 Ай бұрын
He’s VERY cute, hehe! I was hoping to look to see if he has other matches posted on KZbin 😊
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
@@ejta12222 I will send him your way if I run into him again 🫡
@PaulJohn283 Ай бұрын
Clueless ref…dangerous
@rodrigotellom Ай бұрын
why are wrestlers still underestimating a submission/BJJ in 2024?
@juanaguirre3978 Ай бұрын
submissions have always been apart of wrestling hence the name submission wrestling.
@jeromesurffoil7033 Ай бұрын
Mazagati school of reffing graduate.
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
Haha, spot on! I literally told the ref twice 'He's out' as I let go. Not a fan of naptime in matches, but sometimes it happens. At least everyone's safe and we got to shake hands after. Maybe next time I'll bring the ref some coffee?
@CTGracie Ай бұрын
Stupid ref. Kid was out for a while til his head popped off
@Matt-ud9op Ай бұрын
Good stuff man, congrats on the win!
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
Appreciate it! Thanks for the comment.
@jutosgrind Ай бұрын
He got guillotined in top side control? He even was on the right side to defend it
@nujxad Ай бұрын
he was on the wrong side, he made it tighter
@hipplejames1 Ай бұрын
I believe you are right, the wrestler passed to side control on the correct side and SHOULD have been safe. It looks like the purple belt’s grapevine with his left leg allowed him to keep his chest somewhat square with the wrestler, which prevented the wrestler from changing the angle and alleviating pressure on his artery. Also, I imagine the high elbow allowed the grappler to get more torque than with the standard grip.
@hipplejames1 Ай бұрын
@@nujxadit looked to me like the wrestler passed to the correct side
@JohnDhar Ай бұрын
@@nujxad he was on the good side
@nujxad Ай бұрын
@@hipplejames1 isn't the correct side the side you can von flue the bottom guy?
@seer775 Ай бұрын
That was cold af.
@jasonfong7517 Ай бұрын
The defensive man moved the wrong direction right? Like he should’ve gone with it and try to roll all the way through?
@seer775 Ай бұрын
He was on the right side, all he had to do was enter side control and fight the hands.
@Joker806HAHAHAHA Ай бұрын
You can finish the high elbow even if they pass to side if your hands are positioned correctly
@deltoids1151 Ай бұрын
correct wrong side
@bduck-r3c Ай бұрын
@@seer775it was a high elbow guillotine.
@electricjoshaloo Ай бұрын
Hey Ref....WAKE THE FUCK UP!
@goatman4287 Ай бұрын
Thats not a very good ref imo
@austin4und413 Ай бұрын
Good stuff! That high elbow was tight!
@adrianmilliner1030 Ай бұрын
That was scary how fast that was 🤯
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
A tight strangle hold can put someone to sleep in 5-10 seconds. That one was about 9ish from when it locked in and yeah I agree, scary fast. Makes me feel humble knowing how quickly I could just be “shut off” if someone put a bit of pressure around my neck in the wrong way.
@kylefee4822 Ай бұрын
Bad ref. And that "wrestler". Should have tapper that shit was tight
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
I agree, the referee should have been way closer and paying attention and be ready to stop if there is damage. Personally I feel a lot of responsibility for knowing when someone falls asleep and letting go so as not to cause any harm, but that’s the damn REFEREE’S job. I have personally witnessed an amateur mma fight where a guy got slept real bad, started shaking and the referee was just standing there in shock for longer than he should have before someone yelled, he got his senses together and broke it up. However I will never forget being so close to the cage watching that poor guy shaking as he was still being choked and the ref didn’t stop it in time.
@Spiritof_76 Ай бұрын
Bad ref? He was only out for a few seconds.
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
@@Spiritof_76 he was only out for a second, because I chose to let go when he fell asleep. I definitely could have kept the choke on until the referee pulled me off of him had I not noticed or not cared that he was out. The referee did absolutely nothing to protect my opponent.
@Spiritof_76 Ай бұрын
@@ChristopherCarpenter It's not like a street fight with no one to intervene. Have you ever been to a tournament where someone got pissed as hell when the match was stopped and they didn't tap? That choke was so damned perfect he went out faster than anyone expected.
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
I actually found said MMA match in my archive: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKSwZ3ihgLN3Y80
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
You can see the reaction from the people in the back on the full video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWK1k2yIppmmj5Y
@Topperro187 2 ай бұрын
I hate the fact that I might quit. I’ve been at it for 3 months but I just don’t have time anymore
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
Man, I totally get where you're coming from. It's tough when life gets crazy busy and you feel like you might have to give up something you enjoy. I've been there too. The fact that you're even watching this video tells me BJJ still means something to you. Listen, I won't sugarcoat it - those first few months can be brutal. You're sore, confused, and probably wondering if you'll ever 'get it'. But here's the thing: if you can push through, even if it's just hitting the mats once a week, something magical happens. I remember the day I got my first legit submission. It wasn't pretty, but man, that feeling... it's hard to describe. It was like a switch flipped in my brain. Suddenly, I wasn't just the new guy getting tossed around anymore. That confidence? It spilled over into every part of my life. Work, relationships, everything. It's wild how learning to choke people can make you feel so alive, you know? I'm not gonna lie, finding time is hard. But if you can make it work, BJJ becomes more than just a hobby. It's a workout, it's stress relief, it's making some of the best friends you'll ever have. Whatever you decide, it's all good. Just know there's a whole community here rooting for you if you want to keep going. And hey, if you need to take a break, the mats will always be there when you're ready to come back.
@VinceMoran-en5sv 2 ай бұрын
I'm not getting better at 56 and being a purple belt. That's fine.
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
I hear you, man. Being a purple belt at 56 is no small feat. Plateaus hit all of us, and they can be frustrating as hell. But you know what? You're still here, still training. That counts for a lot. Progress at our level isn't always about tapping more people or winning comps. Sometimes it's about those small 'aha' moments in technique, or just feeling more comfortable in tough positions. Your experience on the mats is valuable, even if it doesn't always feel like it. You've probably forgotten more BJJ than most people will ever learn. Keep showing up, keep rolling, and who knows? You might surprise yourself. Either way, respect for sticking with it this long. That's the kind of grit that makes BJJ what it is.
@AIAffiliator88 2 ай бұрын
Idk leveling up my belt still didn't really do anything to benefit my life overall. I just don't wanna be around broke bjj people who only care about competitions, I'm at a different stage of life.
@BenWeeks-ca 2 ай бұрын
I remember a higher belt wanted to do reps with me and he got mad because I asked a safety question and was slightly confused about which person's knee would get wrecked if one partner's foot was out of position. The guy just wanted to use me and had no patience to explain. Patience is supposed to be a trait martial arts teaches.
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
Man, that sounds like a really frustrating experience. You're absolutely right - patience is a huge part of what martial arts should teach, and it's disappointing when higher belts don't embody that. Unfortunately, not everyone in BJJ lives up to those ideals. Some folks forget what it was like to be new and confused about every little detail. Asking safety questions is smart, not a weakness. You were looking out for both of you. But here's the thing - don't let one impatient person sour you on BJJ. There are tons of awesome, patient higher belts out there who love helping newer folks learn. If you're still training, try to connect with those people. They're the ones who really represent what BJJ is about. And if you ever become a higher belt yourself, remember this moment. Be the kind of training partner you wished you had that day. That's how we make the BJJ community better for everyone. Keep asking those questions and stay safe out there!
@BenWeeks-ca Ай бұрын
@@ChristopherCarpenter For sure, great response. Fully agree. Planning to stick with it :)
@jackdaniels2127 2 ай бұрын
Not for quick returns?
@eltonblack9421 2 ай бұрын
Judo and BJJ are not different arts. There is no BJJ technique that doesn't originate in Judo. BJJ is just a expression of Judo which emphasizes ground fighting. People tend to train in accordance with their sport body rule sets. This doesn't mean that there are 2 arts. Freestyle Judo or Kosen Judo has a rule set akin to BJJ tournaments and allows for extensive newaza. My advice for people that emphasize both ground and standing is to keep an eye on the rule sets of the competition you take part in. Developing a game that works across rule sets would be useful for example don't neglect sacrifice throws or techniques that attack the legs. Become good at transitioning from standing to ground attacks. Learn both fast aggressive submissions (clock choke) and submissions with a slower setup. Avoid standing techniques that don't allow transition to newaza or that expose the back (makikomi techniques). (Judo Brown Belt& BJJ Blue Belt)
@garbajful Ай бұрын
Great points! I've done a little bjj and am about to test for yonkyu in Judo. I've been saying this exact same thing. My Sensei said to me one day that he thinks I make a better Judika than a bjj roller. I said I consider Judo and BJJ one and the same. Judo has been bastardized by the USJA. We do leg grab, and all sorts of konsetsu waza.
@cjanquart 2 ай бұрын
52, injuries, 2-3x/week at best due to my work schedule. Wondering what the perspective is from coaches/business owners would be with the loss of students and revenue.
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your situation. At 52, training 2-3x/week while managing injuries and a busy schedule is seriously impressive. Your dedication is exactly what makes BJJ special. Now, about the business side - you've hit on something crucial that often goes unaddressed. The truth is, many BJJ gyms are run by passionate grapplers who've spent a decade honing their craft on the mats, not in business school. It's a double-edged sword. On one hand, you get authentic instruction from people who live and breathe the art. On the flip side, the business acumen isn't always there. Many gym owners don't track retention rates, analyze revenue patterns, or implement strategies to keep diverse students engaged long-term. It's not from a lack of caring - it's just not their wheelhouse. This gap in business know-how means some gyms might not fully grasp the impact of losing students like yourself - committed practitioners who show up consistently, even if less frequently. They might focus on raw numbers rather than the value long-term members bring to the gym's culture and sustainability. It's a challenge the BJJ community is slowly waking up to. Some gyms are starting to adapt, offering flexible schedules, online options, or programs tailored to different ages and commitment levels. But there's still a long way to go. Your perspective as a dedicated student juggling real-life commitments is invaluable. It's voices like yours that can help bridge the gap between passion for the art and sound business practices in BJJ. Keep training, keep sharing your experience - it matters more than you might think.
@seaeagle758 2 ай бұрын
ive seen social cliqueiness in a very nasty way when a few members created a whatsapp group in which they spoke about other gym members in a very insulting way (not me, but it disgusted me when i heard about it). but, personally, i can live with that, as its ignorable. ive also encountered some rather unpleasant people, but i can ignore that too. BUT, the thing that wasn’t mentioned in this video is for me the absolute number one red flag and is not ignorable which is INJURY RATE. if the gym is dangerous, think carefully about why and question whether you should be there.
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
Man, you've nailed some really important points here. That WhatsApp group situation sounds toxic as hell. It's crazy how some folks can turn something as awesome as BJJ into high school drama. Good on you for recognizing how messed up that is, even if it wasn't aimed at you. And yeah, dealing with unpleasant people in the gym... it's part of life, I guess, but it definitely shouldn't be the norm in a good BJJ school. But you really hit the mark with the injury rate thing. That's a massive red flag that deserves its own spotlight. You're absolutely right - if a gym feels dangerous, that's not something you can just brush off. It's crucial to question why that's happening and if it's really the right place for you. Your comment's got me thinking about diving deeper into this injury rate issue in a future video. There's always more ground to cover in BJJ (pun intended), and viewer insights like yours help shape that content. Really appreciate you taking the time to share your experiences and thoughts. It's this kind of real talk that helps the whole community level up.
@brianrahuba6919 2 ай бұрын
I can't get into this art . I tried over and over again . I'm not training for tournaments. I don't care about making points by crossing guards and submission. I like kickboxing . Dutch style or Mauy Thai . Starting to see, I want to say it's Sandra ? Chinese Kickboxing with some kind of Judo mix . Really, I like all the arts, but like most, I have older injuries that limit my old backside. Old ACL injury hurts in BJJ . too much on my kness . Plus, it's too targeted towards competitions for me and kind of stuff that really won't benefit me .
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
Hey, thanks for opening up about your journey. It's awesome that you've explored different martial arts and found what resonates with you. BJJ isn't for everyone, and that's totally cool. Your point about the competition focus in many BJJ gyms is spot on. It's something I've noticed too - not everyone is there to compete, and sometimes that gets overlooked. Dealing with old injuries is no joke. ACL issues can definitely make ground work a challenge. It's smart to listen to your body and choose a martial art that works with your physical needs, not against them. Sounds like you've found your groove with kickboxing. That Sanda (Chinese Kickboxing) with some Judo mix sounds pretty badass. It's all about finding what clicks for you, both physically and mentally. At the end of the day, the best martial art is the one you enjoy and can practice consistently. Keep rocking what works for you, man. That's what it's all about.
@alexchuprin8786 2 ай бұрын
Did my first tournament recently, only had 3 matches because I only signed up for No-gi. Was definitely nervous going in, but it wasn't as bad as I thought. You do get tired quicker but once you adjust it's not so bad. I was stronger than the guys in the same weight class and won 2/3 matches. Even got a medal. Felt really good after and walked away with only a swollen lip. My arms didn't really get super tired, but I did try to just control on top instead of trying to be fancy for the first time. Did try to be more aggressive and that did get me taken down once, but otherwise I got 2 takedowns and an ezekiel choke. Definitely want to do more now
@denverwingchun9852 2 ай бұрын
Keep with it! Great job
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
Man, congrats on taking that first tournament leap! It's awesome to hear you had such a positive experience. That first competition jitter is real, but you crushed it. Winning 2 out of 3 matches in your first tournament? That's impressive stuff. And nabbing a medal? Cherry on top, my friend. You should be proud. I love how you broke down your experience - from the initial nerves to adjusting to the pace. That's super helpful for other white belts thinking about competing. And good call on focusing on control rather than fancy moves. That's a solid strategy, especially for your first time out. Getting those takedowns and an Ezekiel choke? You're not messing around! It's cool to see how you're already analyzing your performance, noting what worked and what you might tweak next time. The fact that you're fired up to do more competitions is fantastic. That attitude will take you far in BJJ. Keep that momentum going, but don't forget to celebrate this milestone. You've just cleared a huge hurdle that stops a lot of people. Thanks for sharing your experience. It's stories like yours that inspire others to step out of their comfort zone and onto the competition mats. Keep grinding, and keep us posted on your next tournament!
@russream3732 2 ай бұрын
Doing first comp in Oct as White Belt. There is a video playing in my head of how I will look, and then there is the actual video of how I will look 😂. Trying to improve everyday.
@ChristopherCarpenter Ай бұрын
Man, I love your attitude! That gap between expectation and reality is something we've all experienced. 😂 First comp as a white belt? That's huge. Kudos for putting yourself out there. Remember, win or lose, just stepping on that competition mat is a victory most people will never achieve. That mental video playing in your head? Classic pre-comp jitters. But here's the thing - reality might surprise you. Sometimes you do better than you expect, sometimes worse, but it's always a learning experience. 'Trying to improve everyday' - that's the secret sauce right there. Keep that mindset, and you're already winning, regardless of the outcome. Good luck in October! Remember to breathe, have fun, and no matter what happens, you'll have a great story to tell. And hey, win or lose, post-competition açaí bowls taste amazing. Let us know how it goes!