10 BJJ Rules I Wish I Knew On Day One

[@mrjemenai]

I watched this before I started my Jiu Jitsu journey 2 years ago and I’m watching it again as a Blue Belt. This is still solid information.

[@midlifebjj]

Thank you, brother!

[@paulavino8337]

Tonight is my second lesson, got mat burn on my toes the first night. I'll be 62 this April and I hope I'll be able to stick with it without getting hurt!

[@midlifebjj]

Paul Avino awesome! Mat burn can be quite painfully - especially that first shower...you feel every little water drop! Stick with it, stretch, don’t over exert yourself...you’ll be good! Come back and let me know how it’s going! Also, if you haven’t subscribed- it’s free and I’d truly appreciate the support! Thanks for commenting and watching!

[@ambercrombie789]

I'm 64. First lesson is Thursday. So much good info here I haven't seen elsewhere. Woo--hoo!!

[@midlifebjj]

That’s great! Let me know what you think of your first class...love hearing first thoughts...🙏as always - appreciate the comments and support!

[@victordasilva5255]

Paul Avino you won’t

[@rileyjohnporter4274]

How's it going update please

[@hristolozev1841]

Great video!! I'm 44 I must admit that it took me a while to start BJJ. I did 3 classes so far but honestly the feeling is incredible I really enjoyed it and there is something about BJJ. Humble work, respect and enjoyment.

[@midlifebjj]

Appreciate the support! Awesome brother - the hardest part of BJJ is starting - in my humble opinion. 🤙👊🙏

[@how2togo]

Just started this week and I'm 56. Great heads up. I figured this out the hardware. The hand slap and all that.

[@midlifebjj]

🙏🤙

[@mang6423]

Great video! I'm laughing so hard with the last statement " secret killer"!

[@midlifebjj]

Thanks..appreciate your comment and support! 🙏

[@justinjex1]

At 52, I love when a wrestler comes in. I am just so excited to role with them. They are so fun to tap… over and over again.

[@eclectic.ecologist]

Thanks this was super helpful for my first class. Except for when you said not to coach people, I rolled with someone who had been there for 9 months (white belt) and he was super helpful to me on my first day. There's plenty someone can pick up in a few months that can be passed on to those even newer than them.

[@midlifebjj]

I don’t mind sharing experiences but coaching can be frowned upon at some places...just my 2 cents - appreciate your comment and hope you enjoy the journey!

[@christuncap5339]

A couple of other “rules” I recently learned but idk how adopted these are • the more senior person goes first when training • line up according to belt

[@midlifebjj]

Great ones! 🙏.... doing an update video and going to include these. Appreciate the suggestions.

[@intexas9434]

@@midlifebjj Please consider rule 1. Never ever use what you know outside of the judo school. Run away, go away. Rule 2. Out on the street never underestimate your opponent. You might be up against a 5 ft 2 woman weighing 105 pounds with a 2nd degree black belt and end up flat on your back looking up at the stars.

[@graphstyle]

46 here, picking up from when I was 12 years old yellow belt jj ❤

[@hapowoverhere7951]

I’m glad you said something about coaching as a white belt. Makes total sense. I have a lot of wrestling experience and since I started 2 weeks ago I won’t shut the fuck up about how I used to wrestle and give take down tips. At least I caught it

[@midlifebjj]

Sometimes we do it just to establish conversation...we’ve all been there! 👊🙏

[@FloridaTwoWheelAdventures]

Thanks for making the videos. I’m 45 (46 in 8 weeks) and I’m going to sign up tomorrow night. I’m a LEO so we do some BJJ in our training and that’s what really got me wanting to learn more of it. I’m just hoping I can hang with the younger guys and not get injured too fast!

[@midlifebjj]

Florida Two Wheel Adventures you’re welcome. I’m 44 myself and I’ve got to commend you on taking up this martial art as a LEO. I’ve watched some Gracie Breakdown videos that involved law enforcement wrestling larger guys to the ground and having an extremely difficult time. BJJ is something I would recommend to all LEO’s. I’m sure you’ve done the research. We actually have some LEO’s in our academy between the ages I 45 and 50....and they love it! Anyhow, good luck with your training, brother! Appreciate you stopping by and leaving a comment. If you haven’t subscribed to my channel, it’d mean a ton to me if you would. Trying to hit that 100 mark by the end of 2019! If. Keep me posted on your BJJ journey!

[@stboatscpthalo28]

Thank you for the Video. I'm 43 and will be attending my first class this Friday - SO EXCITED!

[@midlifebjj]

Welcome brother! Let me know how that first class goes....especially if you get to roll! Oss

[@stboatscpthalo28]

First class (beginner trial) was awesome!. I was made to feel at home right away and everybody was more than happy to assist. The coaches are phenomenal and explained every move in detail. I got to roll with a couple of partners (we had drills to practice) and even ended up with one of the coaches on the last drill. I loved it so much that I signed up and will attend my first official class as a member of Iron Grip In Durbanville Cape Town. Whopeeeeeee!

[@midlifebjj]

Awesome brother. Sounds like you’ve landed a good school. Thanks for letting me know!keep me posted!

[@jaredceccato4595]

I know this comment was made a year ago but have you made progress?

[@ThePerpetualStudent]

Yes!!! I am 42 and I am done with sparing. Looking to start to roll. Great video.

[@midlifebjj]

Oss! Awesome! Appreciate the comment! 🙏👊

[@VentureDad6]

Also before you roll especially with us older folk (me@41) just a quick ask about injuries. Hey man anything going on with injuries? Yeah man, watch my left shoulder, I'll tap quick if you catch me. Ok cool!

[@midlifebjj]

Yup..I’m 45 and always have some ache or pain! Thanks for the comment brother! Consider subbing if you haven’t. 🙏

[@TK5280.]

This video is absolutely fantastic, THANK YOU soo much for taking the time to make this!!

[@midlifebjj]

Thank you! Appreciate your support🙏

[@yvesbriand707]

Great advise man .. I just turned 40 and once all this covid crap is done with . Was thinking about joining a local bbj gym .. and more tips will be greatly appreciated and I love your vids man keep them coming 👍

[@midlifebjj]

Much appreciated! That’s awesome! Please let me know how your first roll goes!

[@yvesbriand707]

You know already know how it will go .. very badly lmao 🤣

[@phantiasmic]

Same boat here. 47. I’m watching and reading and watching and absorbing every single shred of info lol.

[@midlifebjj]

👊🙏

[@mammo_the_mammoth]

They told me day one about my feet

[@midlifebjj]

No one told me until I had ripped off a chuck of skin! Ouch! Thx for commenting! 🙏👊

[@opinionmaximus]

Great video. I've been training almost 8 years (1 stripe purple) and MOST higher belts will give you some slack on these things because we were new to at one point. Just to expand a little on a couple you talked about 1) Bow in going on the mat and bow out going off. I know this makes my professor FURIOUS if you don't do it. 2)Know who your rolling with, kids, females, older people that might be beat up (myself 😉) (and ask about injuries) and roll accordingly. 3) Keep your partners safe, when they tap LET GO. We had a NEWER 30 something year old not let go of a 16 year old AFTER he tapped 4x. Some schools (not ours and I think this is getting to be a thing of the past) find it disrespectful to ask a higher belt to roll, so make sure about that. LASTLY (and this drives me NUTS) don't lay down with your feet towards a professor when your professor is teaching a technique. I had a 4th degree Brazilian tell me it is disrespectful to show the bottoms of your feet while being taught a technique. Sorry about the long post. Good luck to all and stay safe.

[@midlifebjj]

Great advice...I did not know about the bottoms of your feet rule...I did know that you generally want to sit Indian Style or on your knees if the instructor is on the ground teaching...okay to stand if instructor is demonstrating a take down or standing technique...thanks for the comment and support!🙏👊

[@opinionmaximus]

@@midlifebjj I think he was talking more so in Brazil but I try to do it all the time but ESPECIALLY if we are having someone for a seminar just in case.

[@markschmidt9944]

Hey mate, G’day from Australia! Thanks for the tips, very helpful for a newbie and definitely helped me walk into my fist class (as a 50yr old) with at least an idea of how not to look completely stupid! Great channel by the way👍

[@midlifebjj]

G’day! Australia is on my list of places to visit...hope you’re fairing well given the fires...happy to help, brother! Thanks for the love and if you haven’t, please consider subscribing...sincerely appreciate all the support I can get! Keep me posted on your journey! Oss!!!🙏👊

[@markschmidt9944]

Man Unfiltered Already a subscriber! So far so good. Had my best lesson so far last night. My 17yr old son started with me; has been great sharing this experience with him. Our Professor wants us both to start rolling next week so will update you after a few rolls👍

[@midlifebjj]

Awesome! I have younger kids that practiced but wanted to quit for a while...praying the come back to it one day! Keep me updated on your progress!

[@brandonhicks2522]

So are the Mats clean or lurking with germs

[@midlifebjj]

Depends on the school

[@theone5916]

Man it's really cool you take time to ask everyone how they are doing and if they are still doing jujitsu I start tonight my first lesson I dont have any mma experience I have been in fights and have won an lost dont really know what to expect thanks for the information brother

[@midlifebjj]

I feel like y’all are my peeps!!! The most difficult part about starting is walking through the doors for the first time...I’m serious - once you’re on the mat you find out it ain’t all that bad...come back and let me me know how that first class was....🙏👊

[@rollinOnCode]

most important rule. tap early and often.... just not to pressure

[@midlifebjj]

Not gonna lie...I’ve tapped to pressure...not a proud moment...but it did happen.

[@almostwise]

I went to my first BJJ class yesterday. Got a good beating. Felt nice. Turning 100 tomorrow. Wish me luck. Osu!

[@midlifebjj]

Good luck!

[@rickgraham7641]

I called my black belt instructor professor and he was quick to point out he needs to be a certain degree of black belt (I forget which) to be called that and asked that I call him coach. Unsure if this changes from academy to academy...

[@midlifebjj]

Never heard that before but I’m always learning so I will certainly look into it…may just be a preference but I’m just a purple.

[@tatelowry9236]

Im a 14 yr old that goes to my gym 3 times a well for an 1:30 each time how often should I wash my gi ?

[@midlifebjj]

You should wash your Gi after you roll...every time!

[@tatelowry9236]

@@midlifebjj would you recommend u get multiple gi’s since I don’t want to keep them in my dryer for to long or they will shrink

[@midlifebjj]

Yes...but I wouldn’t go expensive....and I hang dry my gis....so they don’t shrink....hope this helps?

[@sisterrae181]

I really appreciate your info. I am walking into my first formal class soon but it all feels so foreign to me. I've watched them train for the past 2 years.. sorta. I take a fitness kickboxing class but I can see them "over the wall" ;) Intriguing.. but its something I am excited to learn. Also... I'm 48. So lets hope I don't break anything! Haha.

[@midlifebjj]

Sister Rae I think you’re going to love BJJ! Especially if you’re already fitness kickboxing because you’ll appreciate the cardiovascular workout...PLUS, you’ll be learning a skill that might save your life one day. It might not be “love at first sight” so I’d encourage you to give it a month or so before making the decision..:but who knows, you might love it day 1! 🙂 in any case please be sure to come back and let me know how it goes! Also, if you haven’t already I’d be sincerely grateful if you’d consider subscribing to my channel! Thanks for watching and commenting! 🙏

[@sisterrae181]

Man Unfiltered thanks for the encouragement! I had my first class last night and really did enjoy it. There is SO much to learn... I’m such a noob. Now... off to ice this shoulder. Lol.

[@midlifebjj]

Sister Rae awesome! Thanks for the update. There is sooo much to take in - it’s like drinking information from a fire hydrant...I’m about to take my first trip to a Cryotherapy chamber....going to video my trip and experience for the channel! My right shoulder is jacked all up...in a bad way. Hoping -120 degrees C helps it out! Thanks again for the update and commenting- it all helps the channel out and I appreciate it! 🙏👊

[@jpjp3873]

@@midlifebjj How's the shoulder?

[@midlifebjj]

Man, it’s strange...it seems to be getting better...I know the problem is still there but it doesn’t hurt all the time like it did a couple of months ago...it seemed to start getting better when I started doing the Strong Lift 5x5...which sounds strange because I feel that should’ve exacerbated the damage. Whatever it is, I don’t want to jinx it! 😂😂😂 Thanks for following up! Appreciate the comment! 👊🙏

[@wetnoodle7415]

Thanks for this man! I'm going this Saturday and I'm excited to try it out 😊

[@midlifebjj]

Awesome .Let us know how it goes! 🙏

[@wetnoodle7415]

@@midlifebjj hey man it went great! I'm going to sign up permanently soon!

[@midlifebjj]

Awesome! 🤙

[@hermanandretti3665]

Thanks for the tips, had my first class today (im 27 and i wanted to start for the past 5 years but i kept making excuses...)

[@midlifebjj]

Herman Andretti awesome! Hope the tips helped! You’re young - so you’ll be incredible by the time your an old man like me...😂😂😂. I’m sharing my journey so keep coming back to follow up and to let me know how your training is going. I caught ring worm from my academy....I’m posting a video this week to explain it...just got back on the mats after 5 or 6 weeks....sucked to be out but glad to be back....if you haven’t already; consider subscribing - would love to have you part of the group. 😁 - how was your first day?

[@hermanandretti3665]

@@midlifebjj Yes thanks for the input and i will keep checking the new videos :) any tips for neck soreness and mat burn? x)

[@midlifebjj]

Herman Andretti I missed this comment man...sorry about that...I use Tiger balm on my neck and shoulders for soreness. I also use a tennis ball (lacrosse ball works too) for targeted soreness. If you have a significant other, they can help...if not, lay the tennis ball on the floor and position your sore area over the ball, then relax and let gravity do it’s thing...don’t roll around -- yet- let the sore area melt over the tennis ball and in about 30 seconds to 1 minute, the area should relax and not hurt (at first, it hurts and pretty much sucks 😂) - then use your feet to move your body - slightly - just enough to create small circles to relax the areas around the targeted sore area. This is what I do... oh and ibuprofen works wonders! I take 2 ibuprofen about 2 hours before BJJ and 2 right after. I don’t do this often - only on really sore days because ibuprofen can be tough on your stomach. Keep in mind I’m not a doctor! Just and old guy (44) with a little experience and this is what I do....I’m not recommending anyone follow my routine.... Mat burn: so I was told by a retired army guy who happened to be a BJJ black belt and my instructor that Witch Hazel is great for mat burn. I used it a few times and it does cause the skin to heal fast (at least I thought it did) but honestly - you’ll find that you’ll get Matt burn less frequently - the more you train. The reason is that 1) you’re skin does acclimate and 2) you learn not to drag your feet when transitioning...instinctively- you’ll just stop doing it...I used to get terrible mat burn and unless you’ve had it - you really can’t appreciate the pain little drops of water from a shower can cause 😂😂😂. Sorry about missing your comment, brother! Hope you’re doing well and still rolling!

[@leslieflores558]

Would’ve started five years ago you’ll be a blue belt by now

[@ginamcmanama2018]

i don’t mind if a higher belt or if someone better than me coaches/teaches me a move they did if i ask while we roll. it’s the just breathe part that irks me.

[@wiktoriagawlak7882]

i just finishes my first lesson it was great :) although i got mat burn haha

[@midlifebjj]

Awesome...well, except for the mat burn. That sucks! 🤣🙏👊

[@winstonsallet9541]

Who is this Matthew Burns you speak of?

[@midlifebjj]

Nice! 😂😂😂 He’s the devil.

[@jeffdj1975]

This is so helpful! I’m 44 and just starting my journey. Thank you

[@midlifebjj]

Jeffrey De Jesus welcome brother! I’m 44 too. Thanks for commenting!

[@hapowoverhere7951]

Me too! 44 and this was my 1st week!

[@midlifebjj]

Rock on, brother! How was your first week?

[@bailielamb4052]

About How long does it take to get a brown belt? Or how long does it take to just get promoted in general?

[@midlifebjj]

Hey, greet question. I’m going to record and post a video to answer your question this Friday. Appreciate your question and support! 🙏

[@midlifebjj]

Going to focus my answer on how long it takes to get each belt in BJJ.

[@bailielamb4052]

@@midlifebjj thank you so much!

[@midlifebjj]

You’re welcome! 🙏

[@wilbergalindo6262]

What should I wear for no gi training? I’m officially starting both gi and no gi classes next week and I’m not sure what wear. Also, is there any point in me going to open mat if I don’t really know any techniques yet?

[@midlifebjj]

What day? I’ll shoot a video answering your question tomorrow...it’s been on my list to do...should release Tuesday but can make it Monday if needed...let me know brother!

[@wilbergalindo6262]

Man Unfiltered Wednesday is my first gi class and thursday is my first no gi class. Saturday is open mat.

[@wilbergalindo6262]

Man Unfiltered and thanks man! I really appreciate it!

[@midlifebjj]

Yeah man...anytime! Oss!!!

[@midlifebjj]

Oh, about open mat...in my opinion - yes, going to open mat is a good idea even though you don’t know very much technique. Just be open and honest with your rolling partner....tell them you just started...some of my greatest teachers are other rolling partners and you can learn a ton on open mat sessions...watch one or two rounds - then roll one or two - watch one or two, roll one or two...keep repeating...just my two cents!

[@Lendon68]

Make sure you stay humble. You need them to get where you want to be, and for the love of god when you roll don’t go all crazy and hurt someone be aware there is no need to go all extra and do damage to someone which could keep them off the mat 2 words always work Humble , Respect ✊

[@midlifebjj]

All good points...There is a term I use for folks that go crazy...”they’re rolling white belt hard”....I actually was the first person I used that term on....my first week or so in BJJ - I rolled white belt hard. I think we all have a tendency to go hard on day 1 because we have no idea why to do.....as a purple belt told me years ago In my first day, first roll: “Chad, you’re the most dangerous person on the mats right now” - I went white belt hard...then gased out..:.then got choked out...then signed up. Been rolling ever since. Appreciate the comment, brother! Oss👊🙏

[@rizzle2702]

You are helping my brother

[@midlifebjj]

Awesome! Love getting the positive feedback and hearing that my vidz are helping. Thank you.

[@JB_58008]

Don't call out higher belts... ask me how I know. Also some old school guys/gals can get offended if you tie your belt facing them.

[@midlifebjj]

Never heard the belt one before...interesting. Appreciate the heads up! 🙏👊

[@hughgriffiths5837]

In other martial arts def turning away from your opponent or when solo on the floor, turning away from the flags/instructor is expected.

[@jamiealpaugh8367]

Great vid! I'm psyching myself up to start next month! On a side note, I think you mean it's a marathon, not a sprint. A marathon is a race. :)

[@midlifebjj]

Thanks 🙏 for watching and commenting. Oops - you’re right - thanks for pointing that out! If you have to subscribed - it’d be awesome if you did! Appreciate any and all support I can get - trying to hit that 1000 subscribed count by June 2020! Let me know how your first class goes!

[@midlifebjj]

Hey - did you start, yet? Anxious to know how it went!

[@ryanjay707]

Very good video. I call my professor = Sensei, coming from a Judo background it’s just comes natural for me than calling them professor.

[@midlifebjj]

Makes sense. Appreciate the comment.

[@ВикторБыков-ч2л]

Good video, thanks

[@midlifebjj]

Anytime...appreciate the feedback.

[@davidharos8867]

Dude thank you there are a lot of unwritten rules in jiu Jitsu “sweet Jesus” I feel so ashamed

[@midlifebjj]

No worries! We’ve all been there! 🙏👊

[@BJJGRAPPLEBEAST]

Nice guy well explained

[@midlifebjj]

Thank you! Appreciate the positive feedback!

[@markdaniel201]

Looking at getting into BJJ here in Michigan. Kind of worried I cause I'm going to be the new guy and I'm almost 40.

[@midlifebjj]

I’m 46 …started at about your age…try it out - maybe call ahead and schedule a visit first - get a few for the place then hit the mats on your second visit

[@markdaniel201]

@@midlifebjj appreciate the response. It's difficult sometimes. Feel young inside but I can tell a difference between 20 y/o Mark and almost 40 y/o Mark. I'm wayyyyy out of shape and my cardio conditioning sucks. Let's hope I don't die my first day. LoL

[@midlifebjj]

Folks tend to know it’s your first day and if they don’t, just tell them…no shame…and they’re not out to kill you…at least at most places. I guess there’s always one on the bunch. 😂 let me know how that first day goes.

[@zleggitt1989]

I agree with all but the coaching thing. I'm a white belt and have been doing ju jitsu 3 months and have prior grappling experience and if some one is doing something that can and up getting them hurt you have to say something regardless of belt rank. Especially initiating take downs the wrong way, doing so could cause serious back and neck injuries. Not saying anything and letting a new guy doing a technique wrong is just plain ignorant. Also just giving out pointers to help out in certain positions during a lesson or live rolling can help build confidence and trust between team mates. At least at my gym everyone wants everyone to have fun and enjoy themselves and be safe, its not a tournament with money on the line so helping/coaching each other is a positive thing in my opinion. Everything else you listed I agree with though. Good job with the video

[@midlifebjj]

I hear what you’re saying...the problem I have is that while you may have some prior grappling experience and may be able to provide some basic guidance, this is not the majority. There are variables and exceptions to everything but I can’t make a video that says “don’t do this - unless....a,b,c but If d happens then you can do b”....if I did - the video would be an instructional and that’s not my goal. So I cover the majority and in most cases - a white belt shouldn’t be giving advice because they don’t have the experience. Even if a white belt thinks they are giving good advice - I’d recommend verifying with the professor or coach because bad advice is worse than no advice. If someone is doing something so blatantly wrong that an injury may occur, I’d defer to the instructor...unless the process is in motion and needs immediate attention....again, there are variables and exceptions to just about everything but as a general rule, white belts should not instruct - they should call the instructor over to correct ...heck- I’m a purple belt and I still do that....I’ve visited a lot of schools and most practice this and general rule....not say all do (again, exceptions)....appreciate your comment and hope we can find a bit of commons ground on this one...or respectfully disagree...which is okay too - when you’re responsible adults😂 which I know we both are. Thanks again, my BJJ Brother

[@zleggitt1989]

@@midlifebjj I absolutely agree with your assessment. There are thousands of scenarios in which a white belt shouldn't be coaching anyone and there are thousands of scenarios where the white belt may actually have more experience than most purple belts. As long as everyone is safe and having fun that's the main goal in at least my mind. Thank you for responding respectfully and professionally.

[@midlifebjj]

Agreed, sir! Thanks again for commenting. Sincerely appreciate your support on my channel 🙏👊

[@NickSlingerland-yd8hy]

Good info. What's funny is the same exact thing happened to me with bare feet in the bathroom. The only difference is one of the black belts called me out loudly in front of everybody and said "no shoes in the bathroom, that's f***ing disgusting!". I then inaudibly murmured"yeah it is, proceeded to turtle into my GI and died in the corner. Lol ok I wasn't that bad but still sucked. Hey, when you're all excited from your first few rolls you do weird things sometimes. Just happens. Thanks for your content. As a middle-aged man almost forty, just glad there's those who tried this before me.

[@gregjennings9442]

The Coach/Professor title thing varies by organization.

[@midlifebjj]

✅

[@therapidbro2122]

My 1st class is today I'm super nervous

[@midlifebjj]

You got this! Come back and let us know how it went! 🙏👊

[@therapidbro2122]

Will do thanks

[@therapidbro2122]

I had my 1st class today the schedule was changed because I went to a different gym but it was amazing people respectful kind showing me stuff to do and the coaches were really nice too so nu would definitely recommend joining this amazing style of art

[@midlifebjj]

Thanks for the update! Love hearing the good news.👊

[@therapidbro2122]

I know it's only been 2 weeks but I love it and I really want to go more but I can only go twice a week 🙁

[@TheLuchoAriel]

Another excellent video, I started watching your videos before I started practicing BJJ, I have been practicing for a month now, and sincerely I am very excited, it fascinates me, your videos were very useful, I send you a greeting from Funes, Argentina, osss

[@midlifebjj]

Oss, Thank you for the support. How’s the covid situation there? No worries about the covid situation on the mats?

[@TheLuchoAriel]

@@midlifebjj where I am living the situation is quite controlled, a month ago when I started the authorities had enabled certain places, we started with exercises applied to BJJ, and later, seeing that the covid situation continued to improve, we started with the training with the other students, maintaining always hygiene and masks

[@midlifebjj]

Awesome. Thanks for the feedback. We’re relaxing on the requirements here, but I’m sure the numbers will increase soon...who knows what will happen then....

[@sokpapajr3461]

How long did it take you to get your blue belt? And how many days per week do you reccomend training if you want to eventually compete after 6 to 8 months??

[@midlifebjj]

It took about 2.5 years to get my blue belt averaging about 3 days per week. I would recommend at minimum 3 days of training but also check with your instructor at your academy. They may have specific classes around competition training. Thanks for commenting and for the question. If you haven't subscribed, I'd sincerely appreciate if if you'd consider it...any support is appreciated! Thanks again!

[@sokpapajr3461]

Thanks for the reply . Keep up the great vids🙏

[@sokpapajr3461]

@@midlifebjj starting as beginner in bjj I'm 32 so my goal is black belt by 40 that's a good 8-years of solid consistent practice . God willing. I will achieve it . I'll hit you up when I do . Vids are helpful/ knowledgeable/ motivational . I'm looking forward to my bjj journey..

[@midlifebjj]

grizziano scarrrbaaaz thank you! Will do!

[@midlifebjj]

grizziano scarrrbaaaz awesome brother. Sounds like you’ve got it planned out!!! Keep me posted on your journey.

[@danielleetaylor]

Another great video

[@midlifebjj]

Thank you, brother! I appreciate your support and kind words. Oss....🙏👊

[@jnng7463]

i remember once I was very frustrated about something rolling and I slapped the mad hard. Black belt said to me No slapping the Mats. haha another time Professor said to me " Hey no cussing" ; I had cursed several curse words out of extreme pain; turned out my knee tore the ACL and MCL,

[@midlifebjj]

It happens. We live - we learn! I can be an embarrassing ride though. Thanks for commenting and your support!

[@MeplusYellow]

Ugh I’m one of those white belts that coach. But sometimes it’s so difficult just crushing someone easily and you see them suffering like a new puppy to not say “Okay bro, don’t let me choke you again so easily.” Sometimes when the roll is too easy it also doesn’t do much for me. Am I alone on this? (Either way you’re right, shut your mouth white belt!)

[@midlifebjj]

I know man...we all do it...

[@pvpu3304]

I'm unfortunately realizing I'm a white belt coach too :(... This is the first combat sport I've done, and in other sports its totally normal to pass on information that you've learned so I wasn't even thinking about it. It comes from a place of excitement and passion, but i totally understand how it comes off as arrogant, and also that I have no idea what I'm actually talking about lol. You aren't alone, and its great to see I'm not either!

[@rhawk1262]

I am 28 (in february 29) and i am scared as hell to start but at the same time i would like to try It. I fear injuries, pain or vertigo and dizziness! I am such a soft baby i know, and it is exactly for this reason that i would like to start. Any woman out there like me?

[@TreShadDMW]

I just wanna have fun. If im good great. Not my main style

[@lukasg9031]

Hey man I started my 2nd class of BJJ yesterday. And bro I think I’m in love with this sport 😂 but I have no idea what I’m doing. Is that normal for a new white belt like me to know absolutely nothing about BJJ other than a bridge and a guard?

[@midlifebjj]

Yep. Totally normal...but you’ll start to pick things up...just keep going! Take it slow...welcome!

[@RRRRRRnBBBBBBBBB]

They don't know you're a secret killer! So true, I like that!

[@midlifebjj]

Oss!

[@theaouch4749]

What if a white belt but 14 years plus on and off?

[@midlifebjj]

Everyone is on a different journey!

[@MinhaFamiliaAQBJJ]

Good stuff. Personally I don't care to be called professor. Not my thing. I like my name. Or just coach

[@midlifebjj]

Appreciate the feedback. The BB at my school also prefers just his name. Thanks again! 👊🙏

[@mariacallas9962]

Bring water...

[@midlifebjj]

maria callas absolutely- I just posted a video and in that video I tell everyone to bring that aqua! Watch it here kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4SQqWptf7Z0g80 and thanks 🙏 for watching and commenting!

[@midlifebjj]

maria callas oh, and if you haven’t subscribed- it’d mean a ton to me if you’d consider it! Thanks again!

[@wiktoriagawlak7882]

whats a gee ????

[@midlifebjj]

A Gi is the uniform you wear in BJJ...

[@wiktoriagawlak7882]

Man Unfiltered ohhh alri thanks

[@reiniervanramshorst1031]

My coach is a 3rd degree blackbelt in Jiu-Jitsu and a 5th degree blackbelt in Judo and an international champion in another combat sport I'm not sure what Americans call it, Japanese Jiu-Jitsu maybe? If I'd call him "professor" he'd die laughing 😄

[@midlifebjj]

What do you call him?

[@reiniervanramshorst1031]

@@midlifebjj The abbreviation of his first name, Wolfi. What everyone calls him.

[@midlifebjj]

@@reiniervanramshorst1031 pretty cool abbreviation...

[@katokianimation]

I have been doing bjj more than a years there is a guy who is doing it for a month. If I half ass it he will armbar me. He is heavy, twice of my weight. Only x guard sweep and half guard sweep works and I can finish him from half guard top. Otherwise he just moving with his weight forward and he will smash me and get the armbar. And I don't know how long the skill gaps will help me. As soon he learns more about the half guard i will be smashed.

[@faceass1108]

Love this video, man. Definitely 'favoriting' this one.

[@midlifebjj]

Awesome brother! Appreciate the support! 🙏👊

[@abncde]

above certain age (of trainee) its really hard to call your instructor "professor" or sensei , it sounds weird, I call instructors by name , if one get insulted he should check his ego then

[@midlifebjj]

Agreed. I feel like I’m back in the Karate Kid days (FEAR DOES NOT EXIST IN THIS DOJO, DOES IT....NO SENSEI!!!)😂😂😂 appreciate the comment!

[@EdmundSnyder]

Yes, plus we’re paying them $2200+/year.

[@sukunaswife2959]

@@EdmundSnyder paying what now

[@midlifebjj]

I pay $2700 for me and 3 kids! A year!

[@MP-xf6gq]

Dude.........your one heck of a handsome man. Thanks for the "eye candy" lol

[@midlifebjj]

😂😂😂🙏appreciate the compliment. Haven’t been called “eye candy” in a while!....a long while! Guess I can restart the clock! 👋👊🤙

[@VailSkateSupply1]

I’m 50, am I too old? He’ll no! I’ll choke a fool! Flip flops!

[@hydrpx4484]

getting a pair of flip flops today

[@midlifebjj]

Rock on! 🙏

[@hydrpx4484]

@@midlifebjj also thank you, ive been calling everybody coach.

[@midlifebjj]

😂 it’s not that big of a deal - well, to some...I guess it depends on your Professor. My professor doesn’t care . May want to ask!

[@hydrpx4484]

@@midlifebjj thats a good idea i will ask, they never have seemed to mind, i always says " thank you coach" when they give me any instructions

[@midlifebjj]

Could also listen for what others call them but if they haven’t said anything - probably laid back and don’t mind! 🤙

[@Its_Esoteric]

Another pet peeve gyms that are handing out stripes god forbid a whole belt promotion to people who do not have the discipline to tie the belt correctly are in it for the money.

[@midlifebjj]

Drives me nuts to see a blue belt who tied the belt incorrectly...I just posted a video on how to wear your Gi - including how to tie the belt. Appreciate your comment🙏

[@justindoyle3072]

Wish I could take this sport up my health would be better for it but I had a accident and cause a loss of a toe nothing bad but I fear that would keep me from doing this sports

[@midlifebjj]

Sorry to hear about your misfortune...I've seen videos of folks doing BJJ with missing limbs...I don't know your situation but if it's not painful, I'd check with a physician --- find out if you're medically cleared to practice BJJ....Keep your chin up! 👊🙏

[@justindoyle3072]

The doctor says go head it would be good for you so I have approved for it I guess I have to get over the fear of being judge for the missing digit

[@midlifebjj]

I rolled with a world champion black belt who had torn the muscles and tendons in one of his toes to the point that the toe would just flop around...he taped it up to another toe...I don’t think anyone worth their salt would care, brother! I’ve seen some jacked up toes and feet on the mat from poor hygiene....don’t let it stop you! Oss brother!

[@justindoyle3072]

Man Unfiltered those words is giving me a bit more confidence to pursue the sport

[@studyeye]

@@justindoyle3072 If you need any more inspiration, look up some videos by Neil Melanson. He's one of the toughest grapplers around and he's also missing a toe. In fact, he actually made the decision to have it removed rather than spend a year off the mats rehabbing it!

[@j.linares7767]

telling someone to breathe isn't really coaching though - its just a reminder of a basic human function. Now techniques.... yeah - shut your mouth if you're a white belt. lol

[@midlifebjj]

😂😂😂😂

[@mammo_the_mammoth]

Flap fist

[@c_1477]

👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@midlifebjj]

Thank you! Appreciate the support!

[@gwc6953]

I bow to the mat not to the flag. But that's kinda edgy

[@midlifebjj]

Same here…I pledge allegiance to one flag only…but I do show respect to the mat with a simple bow. 🤙

[@mistermonster2459]

1. Check Your Ego at the Door 2. Flip Flops 3. Trim Your Nails 4. Wash Your Gi 5. Brown Belt and Below = Coach Black Belt = Professor Stopped here, got bored…

[@midlifebjj]

Ouch...trying to get better. Appreciate the feedback. 🙏👊

[@riverjao]

Well, I do not and will not wear flip flops. So I guess I won’t be trying out BJJ now 😬🤷‍♂️😂😬

[@midlifebjj]

Why is that? Just don't like flip flops.

[@riverjao]

@@midlifebjj Yessir. Of course, I was just kidding. I really appreciate your videos and am REALLY looking forward to trying out BJJ once this crazy quarantine situation is over.

[@midlifebjj]

Ahhh- my bad. Yeah man, definitely try it out. Come back and let me know what you think after that first class.....I can’t wait I get back at it...thanks for commenting!

[@riverjao]

@@midlifebjj Will do (if I remember to; I'm terrible to forget stuff). Thanks!

[@riverjao]

@@midlifebjj And I have a question. Of course, you may or may not have a definitive answer or insights to my situation and I understand that. Nonetheless, I have very bad back problems. Very bad. I can't walk for 10 minutes w/out being in severe pain and having to stop and rest for a while. I couldn't pick up my newborn daughter upon her birth. I can't jog. I have to lay down throughout the day at various times. Everything hurts. I don't have "normal." Driving hurts. Showers hurt. Mowing hurts. I'm sure you get the picture. Nonetheless, b/c my son started doing it, I got motivated to try Taekwondo. I was just desperate to try something in life in spite of how disabled I've become! And amazingly I can actually do TKD! There are a few things that I can't fully engage in such as some of the self-defense moves where you basically throw/trip someone onto their back. My back can't take that landing on my back like that too much at all. But I can basically do everything else. All of the crazy kicks and combos and all of that side of it. So, based on all of that, what do you think my chances are of being able to handle BJJ? Like, should I even try it? Do people with back problems ever try it out and end up being able to do it? That ever happen in your experience? Just wondering what your thoughts or suggestions might be? And sorry for writing a small book :(