51 year old purple belt vs aggressive young white belt

[@Jitsover50]

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[@alexrodriguez8767]

I started BJJ at 46 years of age and I absolutely relate to this video. I’m always rolling with the young, strong, aggressive types. My strategy is “cooking” them for 2-3 minutes then apply my game. It’s a constant soul searching endeavor to improve while getting older and trying to avoid the injuries that are bound to come playing this art😂

[@Jitsover50]

Well said sir! He was too aggressive and strong I couldn't apply too much of my usually cooling! ha. He was forcing me to submit him over and over. Which became tiring for me! lol. Thank you for your well worded comment.

[@GMunoz-oj5zb]

I have done that, the problem is when I have an overzealous white belt that hs been studied leg locks for months and I am not going to sacrifice my heels and foot for my ego.

[@Jitsover50]

Oh I get it. It is definitely a risk. @@GMunoz-oj5zb

[@alexrodriguez8767]

After 7 years blue belt 3 stripes, technically only 4 years of actually training; I had two horrible shoulder (plus, pulled groin, 3 broken fingers, hamstring pulled, ankle injury etc etc blah blah) injuries from Jiu Jitsu. I've learned to tap early and tap as soon as I'm in any awkward position-period. It's taken me a long time for me to figure that one out. Training is much more fun and I'm able to avoid getting injured by your strong "spazy" white/blue belts. Especially against those types that just yank away after watching a Ryan leg lock video. I hope it helps you to avoid the mistakes that I made.@@GMunoz-oj5zb

[@giacdeg]

I am a fairly fit 55 year old male who has always wanted to do BJJ but never started. Found this video very inspirational. Do you think I can still start without getting a ton of injuries?

[@jvera718]

As a bjj beginner I Love watching these videos with commentary, they give me a better understanding of what’s going on. Thank you.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you I’m glad they can be of help to you!

[@wadelamberson1853]

I agree. I was a bit disappointed that your advice to him was not in the video. I think I would have benefited from it.

[@TheArtofGuitar]

I once told a white belt that he was using a lot of strength during a roll and he said, "Thanks!"

[@Jitsover50]

Lmao!!!

[@oneman9783]

😂

[@jaymann5180]

I would say you're using too much strength during the roll. I can see how that may seem like a compliment. p.s., a fan of your channel!

[@wavycrockett9351]

Small world, you train bjj also? I’ve watched your guitar videos and they help out a lot

[@Jitsover50]

Wow very cool I see you are responding to @theartofguitar @@wavycrockett9351

[@Trig0r]

The fact he wants to roll with you at least shows that he is willing to learn

[@tattooninja]

Learn what? A "martial art" that has almost no practical moves for a real fight?

[@chrisredfield6825]

@@tattooninja Found the McDojo Clown...

[@tattooninja]

@@chrisredfield6825 Huh? What are you trying to make up sissy? Are you going to do a knee slide now? LOLOL

[@edx21x]

@@tattooninjayou’re kidding, right?

[@Krack2805]

or it could easily mean hes stubborn and wants to show that he can win?

[@left4d1]

You can tell he’s definitely putting in the effort and not “taking it easy”. But it’s also good that he’s willing to learn🔥

[@Jitsover50]

A great guy! He has a ton of potential!

[@Jitsover50]

In his mind he is going way easier than he knows. Agreed@@kodiakcombatcollective

[@ProjectWander]

I'm a white belt and this feels like normal pace?

[@Jitsover50]

I understand. Try to move away from this kind of pace. Especially when you are new. It leads to injury. @@ProjectWander

[@otallono]

@@Jitsover50 especially you're age, I can't even imagine, when I became 30 I started to get injured just moving too quick or exercising without stretching properly or not using totally proper form...or just sleeping on the wrong side. People who are younger than that would never understand this

[@Boki9]

This kid is young, athletic, strong, and new, of course he will be aggressive. I would’ve been the exact same way had I started at 20. He will learn like they all do because the frustration of constantly running into submissions makes them re-evaluate, like he did about 3 minutes in when he was asking you what do I do. Kid will be a beast of once he learns techniques. Nice video

[@Jitsover50]

I will be teaching him as much as he can absorb. I will also be interviewing him eventually

[@callmebrad]

its funny how everyone refers to him as a kid im half the age of this so called "kid" so what the f am i 🤣

[@Jitsover50]

How old are you? ha. I remember growing up my father would refer to everyone as a kid. I was like "dad he is 30!" How old are you? @@callmebrad

[@callmebrad]

@@Jitsover50 I'm 16 been doing BJJ for about 9 months now but have picked it up pretty fast because I've been powerlifting for a couple years and came from rugby and Japanese jiu-jitsu. It's funny how all the older guys always say the same thing about kids having the youth advantage: strength, athleticism and cardio however I rolled with a purple belt recently who taught me how to relax and how to use strength correctly. It's funny how almost everyone without failure follows the archetypal 'spazzy white belt' including myself...

[@petersaccocia4510]

@@Jitsover50 I am 61 yo...purple belt. I train about 4x per week and lift heavy 3x per week. Very strong and pretty muscular. I am old enough to be the grandfather to some of the much younger guys. I find the new white and some blue belts come at me very hard because they are hungry for taps. When they find out how old I am they are usually pretty shocked because I don't think young people really know what it means to be old and what is possible when you are old! They may have horribly out of shape parents with numerous physical issues and think that is normal. But it doesn't have to be that way as we age!

[@bytesahoy]

Just turned 30 and have been training for 7 years. I'm still young but getting to the point where I'm losing patience with over-aggressiveness in rolls. I just get really passive and wait for them to screw up. It's easy enough to capitalize on their mistakes, but getting a stupid injury is just as easy. Good cardio, though.

[@Jitsover50]

I pulled my tricep doing nothing against a white belt on Sunday. lol. I wait for them to screw up as well. usually the screw up is in their initial structure so it is easy to exploit without having to wait. Thank you for commenting.

[@amnfox]

Same here brother.

[@noiseworks]

49 now, navigating egos is probably the most valuable life skill i got from training

[@doubleJaycob]

I'm losing patience with the new guys who don't stick to the drills and start trying to do what they've seen on UFC 🤣🤣

[@humann5682]

There's also a myth in BJJ of chilled out gyms. There are more competitive gyms sure, but no gym is ever really super chilled with everyone usually. There's always at least 1 or 2 knuckle heads out there going way too hard and too clumsy that wreck people.

[@josejka]

7 years training and watching this video was awesome seeing the skills you’ve learn over your many years be able to keep you in control not to mention you looked calm as a summer’s breeze the whole time

[@Jitsover50]

It really is a super power that takes years of cultivation. Thank you.

[@SilentRio]

Thats what I notice about the high rollers in the gym. Super chill esp. when under pressure. Like watching a grand master play chess against a toddler!

[@drjimjam1112]

Started BJJ at 71, I’m 73 now. Not learning at a rate that I’m happy with but learning. Having started tkd in my 30’s and achieving a black belt I’m not a belt hunter, just want to learn to “paint” in this art form.

[@Jitsover50]

Wow well god bless you! I hope I am able to continue training for another 20 years! Thank you for the inspiration

[@jonedmunds8383]

Thats an incredible feat in of itself ! I’m 50 and been at it for 5 years, wish i started when i was 15.

[@fuloran1]

Wow. Mad respect sir. Keep going!

[@falkhammermuller9342]

71? 😮😮😮😮 WTF .. was the bingo hall booked out? 😂😂. Wishing you all the best man. Mad respect.

[@RickMonsour09]

Wow thanks for the inspiration. I'm 66 and blue belt but been a long hard struggle.

[@AGMXO]

"I'm trying to get him to slow down...and he's trying believe it or not" 🤣🤣🤣

[@Jitsover50]

Lol. It’s true and funny.

[@michaellynn3928]

I respect that. If you only have a handful of tools in the toolbox, and one of them is fitness, it's hard not to reach for that tool.

[@Jitsover50]

Oh yeah! That is why I always say "the curse of strength". @@michaellynn3928

[@AGMXO]

@@michaellynn3928 yeah, I laughed but we've all been there and I hope his training goes well :)

[@jessicafrick9391]

I relate to this so much. I am trying so hard, but there is just so much I still do not yet know.

[@sooriakumars2014]

You’re the man, you’re the proof that age doesn’t have to slow us down and we can learn to adapt and just use more energy efficient moves and techniques

[@vibovitold]

well, it may literally slow you down, but that's in a good way : )

[@ItsDave76]

He would probably get a lot of value getting in more positional work. He's like a charging bull with one speed and no peripheral vision. But then he is a white belt.

[@Jitsover50]

A new white belt! He has great athleticism. When he learns how to use it he's gonna be a handful!

[@tube33139]

Once he learns how to relax and breathe he will be a menace.

[@fleem5]

54 yo career blue belt here. Training off and on since 2010. Lot’s of injuries (three shoulder surgeries, fractured ribs, pulled groins, etc.) have interrupted my training but I still love it. Love your channel.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! Yes I have to make a list of my injuries. I’ve had so many I lost track. I never let had surgery though. Lol. Thanks again

[@antonroux6737]

are all those injuries from BJJ?

[@Jitsover50]

Yes when I was a new student. Under 5 years. This is why I preach safety. Go easy and stay safe. @@antonroux6737

[@crupt1023]

You people are warped

[@PD4838]

Dont get discouraged 49 year old that got my purple belt a year ago and was a blue belt 13 years. Off and on with back and shoulder surgeries, and lots of injuries. As u know just stretch, roll smart and the belt will eventually come. I accepted lifelong blue belt and when I got purpke it made me feel like shit, I need to up my game. Teammates laugh and say I stepped it up a notch, honestly probably out of obligation but I love the sport. Like the sign in our gym says " just keep rolling till the belt turns black." Lol in the meantime have fun and stay healthy man, I feel u 100%

[@alexandregubio]

I'm 37, purple belt as well, overweight and away from mats for 8 years due a hip injury. Your videos have encouraged me tto make a comeback. Keep posting!

[@sherwinchia1372]

Hey man...37yo here as well who was off the mats for 10years after nasty R) arm injuries. Ive had a shoulder recon, elbow dislocation and fracture plus a pec major tear but I came back to the mats last year. I do 2 times a week of bjj/judo in any combo and the key is just taking your time with it. No one rushes your progress, so it's definitely doable!

[@kevinrichards1539]

Did you get back on the mat? 50 been off for 5 years. Wanting to go back now that the kids are a bit older.

[@kxy964]

@@sherwinchia1372Brother How you do that ? I die you Roll with a grizzly? 😭

[@baron1c]

Some old guy once said, “age and deceit will overcome youth and vigor every time” I love that quote

[@alivenumber5]

Wow that's the first time I've heard someone else say that. My dad always says that since I was young.

[@shawnoconnor6785]

The version I learned was "Old age and treachery..." but its the same thing.

[@deeznutz3958]

That’s because, ain’t no rules in a street fight or self defense.

[@cryan111]

@@shawnoconnor6785my grandfather’s version was “age and wisdom always beats youth and skill”.

[@Breaker2005]

Not every time though. Just look at the UFC. There's plenty of instances where a older/experienced fighter gets beaten by a younger one.

[@ph5288]

Love your videos, so chill to watch and can learn something with each one. I laughed multiple times watching this because it reminded me so much of myself when I had just started. Great stuff.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! Yes I was similar as a beginner too.

[@ryanthebeau5876]

Love this. I just started back with my local gym as a white belt. I have 1 1/2 years no gi experience and its been a humbling experience. It felt great to get my first tap back. Im 37 and i thought it was too late to start again. This gave me a lot of motivation. I learned right away not to rush in bjj and take what you are given. Great control and guard work.

[@Jitsover50]

I started training at 36. Mostly no gi and mma. Thank you. Stay motivated my friend. Better yet always make bjj a part of your life. Even if it times it’s only a small part

[@MontereyPeninsulaRealEstate]

I started when I was 55 years of age and am now 57, I love it and am in the process of continuing to learn to go smooth. Slow is smooth and smooth is fast is a motto I learned when I was starting and it makes sense. There are a lot of 20 and 30 year old guys and girls that train at our Gracie school and those heavy/strong guys can be a difficult roll. Always fun with mutual respect on the mat.

[@pw1979]

Brilliant video I’m also an aggressive white belt but I’m 54 years old some purple belts it works on but the others OMG so calm and technical and patient

[@Jitsover50]

Be calm and patient. The technical will come and hopefully you will remain injury free

[@ronniepuru]

Awesome video, man. I'm 47yrs and in my 3rd year of practising jiu-jitsu. Training with younger practitioners is definitely a reminder to pace ourselves as the older practitioners.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you Ronnie! Pace ourselves and stay loose so we don't gas! lol.

[@stephenroyalphillips]

Awesome control. I started in my middle thirties with the same aggression and, it worked out just as well as his did (lol). Now, I am in my 50's and I roll like you. Once he picks up technique and patience, he will be a beast on the mat. Nice job my brother! Digging your channel.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you sir! I separated my shoulder early on from diving into triangles. Lol. You will see his progress on my channel. If you look back at my rolls with white belt george he has gotten a lot better in just 8 months. I’m sure Chris will be just as formidable. Thank you again! Respect

[@j_m101]

So glad I came across this channel. I'm not over 50 yet, but I started BJJ last October at the age of 45, so I'm certainly no spring chicken in this sport. It's great to see that technique and patience can overcome a much more "chonologically advantaged" opponent. I'm lucky in that my school has a 40+ class for us aspiring old-timers. But in the open classes, rolling with 20 year olds, some of whom just got done with college wrestling - haha, yeah, it's humbling!

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! 40 plus class sounds amazing! We have a lot of wrestlers in the school. Check out this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZiraGmNrduXhrc. Thank you for commenting!

[@auggied6760]

Wait until you're 67 like me.

[@vibovitold]

speaking as a European bjj practictioner, it's pretty cool that college wrestling is a thing in the US. I think it contributes to how well the US does when it comes to bjj (clearly the best in the world apart from Brazil itself)

[@johnbravo1034]

I’m 51 and I appreciate this vid. Been doing bjj for 4 years and going against young aggressive guys is a learning experience. I’ve learned that “in the absence of technique we use muscle” and that’s always where I get injured so I’m trying to focus on technique.

[@Jitsover50]

Exactly! Even if it means letting them pass your guard and just playing defense. Remember it is not over when they pass. Plus the defense is the same against mount, side and half guard.

[@J.01989]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@Jitsover50Hi, I was wondering what the defence is your talking about would be against mount side and guard?

[@Jitsover50]

@@J.01989 keeping your elbows tucked to your sides. Preventing your partner from grabbing your collar. Or isolating your elbow. I can get my guard passed have someone on me in dominant position and not get submitted

[@Leosworld1993]

I’m 41 and I’m doing my 3rd session of BJJ tonight, so I’m a total novice. I loved watching this roll that you done, it demonstrates to me anyway the effectiveness of BJJ! Awesome stuff and I will be watching more of your videos.

[@Jitsover50]

I’m making more content to help white belts! Thank you!

[@michaelmj1964]

Love the commentary and the fact that you’re building a list of things to help him with. Currently working on recovery from a shoulder injury sustained when a strong white belt 30 years younger than me used his full strength to perform what he called a ‘kimura’ (it wasn’t), so I can appreciate the dangers from someone rolling like this.

[@billking8843]

That's why I quit. Strong guys who lack respect and don't care about your safety.

[@alahatim]

Fun to watch. Good job on both counts. And nice to see Chris asking what he can do to get better - some guys have too big of an ego when they get handled like this and just quit.

[@Jitsover50]

Also he asked me to roll with him before the class. He wanted to make sure we trained together. I thought that was cool too

[@seangentry74]

49 here and Oct will be a year with my Black Belt. Great vid! Perfect control. Great job showcasing the pros of bjj technique vs youth, inexperience, and brawn. This is a great explanation to anyone who has a hard time understanding how technique truly gives an advantage. Also, never underestimate an older person in a younger persons sport... we are there for a reason... 🤣

[@gagesolis3]

51? Not old, at all. You're just beginning! I loved this video and your channel!

[@Jitsover50]

Haha. Why thank you! I don’t think I’m old but I know others find that angle interesting. Respect

[@funkynerd_com]

2:56 - I love it when they grunt like that. It's the sound of victory when rolling with white belts. lol

[@thomas-de6db]

52 yr old ////WB… this video warmed my heart.. this is like every class for me .. I leaned to cook these kids and wait for the right opportunity.. but it’s not easy when they are 20 or 30yrs younger

[@Max.Greger]

I think it is a totally normal thing that he uses his strength as he has obviously been very little training. He does not seem to play unfair (use knuckles or gripping your fingers or so) so it's a good roll for both. I felt / did the same way in my early days. You cooked him a little which is clever and you did it properly :)

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you. I wanted to cook him more but he was to tough. Lol

[@vibovitold]

of course it's only normal for a white belt to go full force. they don't necessarily want to test YOU in particular - they're testing bjj, essentially. does it really work? can the guy truly beat me even if i give it all i've got? or is it like ; ) and they're perfectly within their rights to do so. why would they take it for granted that it's legit? what's problematic is when they've already got a few months of training under their belt, got their proof, and yet they're still in the berserk mode. because a) it's a recipe for injuries (both theirs and their partners'), b) they're not really developing any game if they keep on spazzing out for this reason tiring them out isn't just a (correct) way to beat them, but also to help them grow, since getting them to gas out forces them to slow down and start thinking in terms of technique just my two cents. nice roll man!

[@riazzaman20]

This was a great roll, I'm a 38 year old and recently got my purple belt, I can still hold my own athletically but can feel the age creeping up so I'm already thinking about how to modify my game for longevity purposes. Your rolls and your 'slowing him down' method really helps. Thanks man

[@Jitsover50]

You are welcome! That is great to hear. Plus as we cut out the non essentials it becomes apparent not much actual movement is needed

[@Dreammeditaterepeat]

At about the 3 min mark you can see how strong he is, and how much he hates losing, I am a 40 something guy with mostly only standup.. To watch you role so gently with this guy is super impressive to me.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! I love stand up too.

[@jamesbutcher4935]

I’ve been training around 2 months. This has been my favourite format of video I’ve watched to date so far. Explaining what’s going on as you roll in real-time is really helpful and helps structure the chaos that rolling is for a new guy

[@Jitsover50]

I’m glad you are finding value in these videos. Thank you for watching James.

[@gorillatactics7777]

This white belt is basically me. It’s amazing that you are level headed and helpful to the new guy. I have a few guys like that at my gym that do the same for me. Cheers👍

[@Jitsover50]

We were all the new guy once. We need to be patient

[@Cetok01]

I hope he appreciates how you held back to allow him to learn.

[@Jitsover50]

He did actually. He is a good guy! He is an empty slate.

[@doubleJaycob]

I was much the same as this young fella when I started. Aggressive and using energy through strength. After a while I was invited to state academy. First thing the coach said was. Before we start, let's roll. I just want to see how you roll. I didn't realise what this meant until after when he explained all he wanted to do was see if I was going to come in as a calm person or aggressive. His teachings changed my entire experience and made me so much better. Thanks for taking the time with this fella.

[@carlsidgwick5854]

Started at 49 a week before turning 50. Nearly Everyone’s younger and stronger and been doing it longer . Loving the sport though and slowly learning ❤ Thanks for the share will re watch a few times !!

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you and please check out my other videos. :).

[@JoeGarofalo-o2g]

Hey brother, 46 year old purple belt here and love this! Not just because you're tapping him a bunch but because this epitomizes what BJJ is really all about. An older, less athletic, smaller man using calmness and technique to control a younger, larger, more aggressive opponent. Also, shout out to Chris, we have all been where he is and know how frustrating it can be. Remember it's not losing, it's learning. Each time we tap, there is a lesson to be taken away from it. OSS Fellas!

[@Jitsover50]

Thanks Joe! Garafolo is a family name. Where are you from? I hope you check out some of my other videos! I’d love to hear your opinion!

[@JoeGarofalo-o2g]

@@Jitsover50, my family is from the Philadelphia area. Keep up the awesome work man, I love your commentary! You inspired me to work my spider guard more. OSS!

[@Jitsover50]

Thanks! I never thought one day I would be a spider guard player. haha. Good to know you@@JoeGarofalo-o2g

[@mikecarlactual197]

I’m 69 and started BJJ very late in my martial arts journey. I was that white belt 16 months ago. Now as a blue belt and training 5-6x a week. I try to pass on what other higher belts taught me when I first started. I’m thankful for those rolls. I learned a lot because I listened and adapted. At 69, I’m not as strong or have the speed or endurance as grapplers half my age have. I’m still learning and love the times I have on the mat! Great video! I hope I’m as gracious as you were with this young man!

[@buddylee5687]

Great video. Love the pure technique over muscle/aggression.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! I loved handling it. Just not every roll. haha

[@DoJoStan]

I just got into your videos yesterday and love how you explain every detail while being patient with your partner during the live roll. Started BJJ a couple months ago and the aggressive new white belts always frustrate me

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! We need to eat bitter for the first couple of years with this art. Only then will we start to taste it's sweetness.

[@socalastarte6727]

I'm a 47 year-old BJJ brown belt and young, hyper aggressive newbies are nothing new. They look at anyone with a higher belt than them as a pelt they can hang on their proverbial wall. They've got nothing to lose and everything to gain. I don't have a problem with it (I was that kid once), but if you really want to take the starch out of them and feed em some humble pie, nothing wears someone out more than a solid top pressure game. Just get on top and slowly crush the life out of them, the best submissions in these situations are any slow choke (head and arm choke, Ezekiel choke, cross choke, papercutters etc). They begin to re-evaluate their life decisions after spending some time in the iron coffin.

[@Jitsover50]

haha. The smother tap was satisfying too. Thank you for watching and sharing your insight! I was being polite by not using top pressure. :)

[@socalastarte6727]

Yeah, I didn’t see Chris being at all disrespectful and warranting Iron Coffin treatment. He’s full of piss and vinegar and has a bright future in the sport. Great video.

[@brucewillis542]

I've heard stories about white belts accidentally tearing their own knees apart then getting angry.

[@chrisgaffney7265]

@@brucewillis542lol yes, that is a thing

[@ryanr2986]

I disagree rolling with higher belts is a good learning experience and higher belts tend to try to teach you more.

[@IvoryPagoda]

You are my demographic, so automatic subscription. 52 year old white belt, been rolling 10 months. Thanks!

[@Jitsover50]

Wow thank you! Yes us 50 something’s need to stick together!

[@Ramiz112]

As a fellow purple belt and former young, ex wrestler, athletic and aggressive white belt. Rolls like this are so important for white belts. To show the efficacy of JJ but also to help start to chip away at the spazz that is inherent in almost every white belt. Great roll.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! I couldn't agree with you more. I like the way you summed that up!

[@jacquesbezuidenhout]

impressive flexibility and mobility! my regular training partner is also 52, and almost exact same build as yours. please keep posting - i've subscribed! ;-)

[@citizen762]

I’m 53 and a brown belt. I despise this type of trainee. I have a rule that is the level my opponent operates at is the level I will in turn apply to counter. Every now and then you will have arrogant or overconfident rookies come through thinking they’re going to muscle everything and spazing out. They turn the speed and power up to a level where in becomes dangerous. Thus it becomes impossible even as a higher belt to roll with them at their technical level. It’s akin to breaking a wild stallion. Once they see that they are not going to win the fight, most will usually settle down and become normal students or either quit because they can’t leave their ego at the door.

[@paulschuebel5487]

@citizen762 So you're saying you despise everyone who's new and trying to learn?? Every white belt ever acts this way when trying to figure out the sport. It's normal. Don't hate everyone because they're new.

[@ianjz9747]

Most of the time new students aren’t aware of how aggressive they are being because they don’t know what aggressive jiu jitsu looks like. Instead of getting angry back at them just be patient or teach them that it’s dangerous to spazz out

[@BostonCoachTaiwo]

Everyone dispose you. If you’re a brown belt and you can’t handle a white belt that is confident and has power, then you’re not a worthy white belt. People use what they have. You have experience and age, they have strength and youth! Don’t get mad, get smart and show them. The whole purpose of Jiu Jitsu is about that

[@mattb9299]

Turning 32 this year, training for 3 years. Pre-existing neck issues always weighing me down so i tend to roll with a shockingly similar game to you actually (as a blue belt though). I find our whitebelts are learning not to go full steam pushing forward against me because as soon as one arm goes back or out to base, boom theyre in a triangle XD. I feel we all contribute something to our gyms. Taming the bull in china shop whitebelts haha.

[@Jitsover50]

Do whatever you need to, to protect your neck! We need to spar with this type at least once in a while to realize how the untrained will react. As you already know. Thank you for watching!

[@SuperIcarusman]

TBH, I'd say working from your guard on more of a defensive strategy, gives you more time and planning for countering a rushed offense; plus I think it also gasses him out, so now with his strength and stamina spent, it comes down to technique and ability.

[@johnd6258]

Loved it. Purple here as well. It’s really interesting to see the different approaches. I’m 49 and don’t approach the triangle setups like you do. I really appreciate your approach and entries to the sweeps and attacks. I enjoyed the crap out of watching this as I seem to find myself in similar situations with the young Thundercats.

[@shevetlevi2821]

Nice to watch this. Everything about you speaks experience and calm seasoning. A young bull and an old bull were on top of a hill looking down on a herd of cows. The young bull says, "Let's charge down the hill and get one of those cows." The old bull says, "No, let's tiptoe quietly down the hill and get ALL of those cows."

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! Yes I love that expression! Thanks for tuning in.

[@jixs2033]

I am a white belt right now whos 20 years old , just started for 2 and a half months. When I was starting I was just as crazy and aggressive as this guy, which didn't work out for me as I progressed. When I started to be more methodical, it changed my game immensely I finally started getting great sweeps and even some submissions on my more experienced training partners, the fact that I was surviving these rolls and being spending most of the round in more dominant positions like side control and mount really just showed my self I cant just rely on my strength and agility, I actually started to think about the roll like it was chess or some kind of game that required thought. Loving jiu jitsu and definitely love seeing videos like this.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you for watching! Yes strength and speed are great until you meet someone stronger or faster. I wish you an injury free journey!

[@davidpignatore6532]

Jiu-jitsu is like chess match. The better you get and with more experience, the more you you can see, before it even happens.

[@Jitsover50]

Yes I feel from being a proficient purple to black belt and above. Much of the "learning" is anticipation.@@davidpignatore6532

[@davidpignatore6532]

@@Jitsover50 absolutely.

[@factoverfiction4699]

White belt syndrome. If you're less skilled, I guess it's natural to use athleticism since you can't match in skill. This type of aggression is easier to tame in any type of striking; one nice shot to the face will slow down reckless abandonment.

[@milton7763]

Props to Chris. A white belt should not just be tame. Use all your natural strengths and advantages to try and win. That’s the only way you both _really_ learn

[@KAP32DW]

I really enjoy purple belts the most as they teach you they also cement the techniques in their arsenal. You did an excellent job and your commentary is on point. It makes me want to listen because it’s ordinary language and grounded.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you sir. I just try to convey the voice in my head when I am training. The way my mind talks to me. I agree teaching is an invaluable way of solidifying and storing in an organized way. Respect.

[@marcolex100]

Just found your channel, so good! 52 years old here, white belt, 3 stripes...been training for 2 years, best decision of my life ! oss!

[@Jitsover50]

Welcome aboard!

[@letsgobrandon5334]

47 year old brown belt here, I relate to this immensely. This is my rolls most nights. Old guy beats up new young guys. Lol

[@Jitsover50]

Haha. I’m just grateful I could still get in there with them! Catching subs is an added bonus

[@anthonyfabiano4827]

55 year old purple belt here….. glad to find this channel. Not easy to find guys like us so I’m excited to subscribe 😂

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you Anthony! I’m glad you found it too!!

[@ericramig6470]

Great Video!! Classic old school Jiu-Jitsu. I’m 42 and have been a blue belt for about 2 years. I was just like that guy when I started too. my goal is to be like you as I get older.

[@elpiberats]

Good to hear this kind of experience, I just started (3 months ago) and I am realizing that I may be too aggressive when I roll. I will have to ask for feedback from the guys. I don't mind to be tapped, I just want to survive a bit longer than last time. Even 5 seconds more is an accomplishment for me :D

[@calixto110585]

Great video, thanks for sharing it! I am 39y a beginner in JJ (about 4 months) and watching it I just realized how much strength I have been using rather than trying to apply the techniques. You delivered a lot of knowledge in such short video! Thanks again, I am now a subscriber OSs

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you for the kind words! I started when I was 36 btw. It’s good to realize now so you can grow fast enough to become injury resistant. Welcome to the channel and more importantly to Jiu-jitsu!

[@pammy5260]

He seems so determined to improve and learn fast so he can progress quickly.

[@Jitsover50]

Yes! I have another video with him coming out next week!

[@welchsecurity]

I appreciate this video and subscribed. I am sitting on my couch at 4am. Woke up and can’t get back to sleep because I am feeling my age (46 yrs old) when I normally feel like I am in my 20’s. My first day of Jiu Jitsu was last night and what a humbling, eye opening, and amazing experience all at the same time. My kids have been enrolled at the academy for years and I decided to finally make the commitment. I appreciate this video because it shows this is definitely such a technical art where I don’t need to be super aggressive to thoughtfully submit through proper techniques instead of just pure force and power. Thank you again

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! Welcome to jiu-jitsu! Yeah it's funny I go to open mat right after the kids class and so many adults are sitting there who should be training! It is technical and the answers are all there they just take time and beatings to discover!

[@yuriabmxr]

That first sweep is my absolute go-to. Nice video and analysis

[@SupremeRuler-yu1ki]

9 mos in, and I can really appreciate the upper belts tips and advice. More so the patience they have when rolling with you is very helpful for a beginner with pretty much no technique but all strength.

[@Jitsover50]

When I started the upper belts would kick your ass without any advice on defense. I rolled with two blue belts who triangle choked me so many times I separated my shoulder. I always swore I would try and change that culture when I was up in rank

[@christiank7837]

@@Jitsover50Means a lot to the lower belts!

[@Jitsover50]

Practice a little jiu-jitsu philanthropy and it will pay you back with improved technique!@@christiank7837

[@NeillWylie]

I remember when I was asking that question about passing guard. I still remember what I was told that day, 22 years later. Good lessons from good people can stay with you for life.

[@GregCartercargan]

The AUDIBLE smother-tap ... Loved it!

[@morganmackenzie250]

Great videos and love that you are in the game over 50. I turned 50 as a white belt; loving it and every injury free day. Please keep producing your excellent videos.

[@Jitsover50]

Wow thank you Morgan! Yes we are doing this to be healthy and improve. Not to sit around injured! More injury prevention videos to come!

[@justaname935]

im turning 40 and starting to feel it- you are an absolute inspiration!

[@k9m42]

White belt looks like he did some wrestling. Wrestlers that are new to BJJ usually give their back and easy to sub

[@Jitsover50]

Yep. I am fairly sure he hasn’t wrestled.

[@JustinLatona]

I’m also a 51 year old purple belt. I feel your pain, they never go easy! 🤙🏻

[@markwebb2008]

I am really amaze by how calm you are, and your strong solid techniques and transitions. Salute to your Sir.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you Mark! Respect to you!

[@JJvideoman]

This was really respectful. This is what us young men need. The wiser older guy telling us to chill lol. A few guys ar my gym told me the same!

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you and agreed! Respect!

[@TheRocket22z]

That’s awesome. Cool video. Sometimes when I roll with someone aggressive I like to do specific training for myself and just keep moving and not go for any submissions. just tire them out and keep moving through transitions and holding etc.. Eventually they will get tired and want to stop that way. that way they can learn to pace themselves. So pretty much just flowing through positions or resetting back to there guard during mid roll to keep it active and I just pass a bunch of times. That way they feel overwhelmed in a way and realize there’s a smoother way to go slow and fast. Instead of them just getting submitted a bunch of times. Which is both good for them to.

[@iamcycle9014]

Cool video for us older guys that started BJJ in our later years...I started when I was 46 BUT here is the kicker...I am told I look like I am in my 30s. So I get all the young bucks and wrestlers....the later being very impressive in movements but most comes away disappointed 😊 sad for them..I am a cyclist so cardio for days against their young strength 😅....us old guys needs to stick together 😅

[@Jitsover50]

I was a big cyclist for a long time. I did down hill, cross country and street. Now I train 4 days a week and just don't have the extra time and energy to ride anymore. Yes unity! lol

[@AirMorgan.]

54 year old blue belt here. Just found your channel. This is great stuff. Well done. I want to be like you when I grow up 😎

[@Jitsover50]

haha. Thank you sir. It will be faster than you know. ;)

[@meatyclaws6098]

I love how calm you look while he’s red in the face gasping for breath

[@DougCarvalho1995]

I'm 28yo, brazilian and I learned a lot with this video! I started training 2 months ago, I'm white belt, I've been working out my whole life and I used to train Muay Thai, but never did grappling, I came here cuz I felt like the young guy in the video, I have this friend at the gym, 40yo purple belt who's also teaching me and we go pretty much like this video! - hugs from Brazil, Jaraguá do Sul/SC.

[@Jitsover50]

I am so happy to know this video offered you something constructive! That is good to have mentors! Not all mentors are black belts! Thank you for watching!

[@robertp9297]

I liked that you weren't "returning the aggression", but instead were "circling it".... Nice video! Thanks for sharing.

[@Jitsover50]

Thanks for watching! I love the circling principle!

[@thebird135]

I’m 41 and have been eager to sign up. I don’t know why either. I was a decent HS wrestler and we did a lot of rolling in the Marines. Maybe because my age I’m nervous. Seeing stuff like this and guys even older than me gives me confidence to just jump in. Thank you.

[@Jitsover50]

Well that is great to hear! If you are in decent shape you should be fine. To be good at BJJ it only takes a certain minimum baseline of athleticism. Also now a days there are plenty of training partners your age. When I started at my 36 back in 2008 I was considered the older guy since most were in their 20's. Now the average age is probably 35. I hope you begin your journey. It really is life changing. In subtle ways at first that grow to be all encompassing. .

[@socialismo52]

Great video. I'm 30, but brand new and relate to this younger guy. You have a very smooth style and I feel like I can learn a lot.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! Yes you are like Chris now but You will learn to be more thoughtful and calculating as you develop your ability. I want to help everyone especially white belts. When I started we just got our asses kicked. I remember a blue belt growling as he choked me. Lol

[@centristmiguel8581]

49 and just started BJJ going on 5 months, but have pro experience in standing arts, so generally I know to be patient when they're "buffed and stuff" and just wait them out until they make a mistake and I have the discipline to just sit back and relax and learn the positions etc esp as a new white belt. I think when you're an older practitioner you can do that because you're not trying to prove anything and again esp if you have high level experience in another combat sport you have the clarity and wisdom to recognize when and where to explode. Great video. glad I found this channel. PS you just showed him you're in far better shape than him. lol

[@Jitsover50]

Patience is key! As well as frames! Thank you for watching!

[@chadwilliams5756]

This video motivated me. I’m a blue belt with 2 stripes and just turned 44. I hurt my rib rolling and will be out for a little bit. Makes me think I’ll never get a black belt. But I got 7 years to get as good as this gentleman. Thanks for posting.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you Chad! I was a blue belt when i was your age. Btw

[@primate4]

He wasn’t going easy at all! Nice control and clinic put on the youngster, maestro!

[@Jitsover50]

Ha thank you!

[@gaberetana]

Crossing that arm and threatening the backtake into a rollover sweep is money. Sweet timing on the triangles and great top movement 👏

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! An honor coming from a Xande black belt. Respect!

[@playinsanity5133]

So good to hear your commentary and how you note the ways in which you have to adjust. For example, you had to be sneaky with the Americana since he would muscle out of it if you telegraphed it. As a really small unathletic white belt who often struggles against less experienced guys 45 to 65 lbs heavier than me (and more energetic) it’s just helpful to hear that. 😊

[@Jitsover50]

I know this is hard to believe BUT all the answers are in the Jiu-jitsu. It is just harder to find those answers when we are less athletic or older. When you catch people by surprise off a dilemma you will be surprised who you could submit.

[@CocktailsByJay]

Great video. I’m 56 and I started BJJ about 6 months ago. It’s a killer workout, super humbling, but a lot of fun. As a white belt, I’ve had to learn to slow down and not go hard and not aggressive. Thanks for the video. I appreciate higher belts who take the time to teach me and give me opportunities to try a technique.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! Yes plus if you slow down and use less strength the technique will come

[@iriartef1]

You are not only a roxa, you're almost a brown belt. Thats a lot of experience and time on the mat. Respect for you bud, i hope to be purple belt at your age and move me like you. Respect the belt! oss

[@vikingtractor6065]

48 years old and had my first class yesterday. I’m sore but I loved it. I saw your video and instantly subscribed.

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! Welcome to Jiu-jitsu! I hope my channel helps you on your new path! Respect!

[@vikingtractor6065]

@@Jitsover50 thank you!

[@Mark-dq5qf]

You’re awesome and very inspiring. I’m 38 and started training a year ago. It’s been tough!

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! I started at 36 btw. So ay safe Mark!

[@pastortroy4life]

I absolutely adore this video. Amazing commentary and eye opening wisdom!

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you Pastor Troy! Please check out some of my newest videos. I would like to think I evolved since the I posted this last year! OSs!

[@dl6225]

Ya man! Im a 51 y/o Purple Belt as well, and I also have a strong aggressive Chris (really) he's 50 and new but it s everything you said. I'm the oldest in our gym and can relate 100% to the 20-30 year younger agro guys. This was great to see that I'm not alone....thank you!

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you for watching! When I started there wasn't any guys our age. There is a lot more today due to guys having time in the sport combined with the popularity boom

[@AnthonyJ350]

Great rolling and explanation!

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! From one Anthony to another!

[@islamokhazarian366]

Super good video, sir. Great commentary, and there's no hint of inflated ego coming across. It's easy to see that you care about helping people, and are good to the people you're involved with. Keep doing your thing!

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you sir! Helping people makes me a better teacher so I can convey what I’ve learned over the last decade. Thank you again and respect

[@TheLeedo22]

Good battle both guys! Saying "I'm just cooking him here" is such a subtle flex haha. Great roll

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! Check out my others rolls with Chris. The links are in the description

[@mike-ology22]

This is so funny. He is giving it all he has and you're talking all relaxed and quietly as you let him destroy himself. Great video, lessons learned

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you. I feel it is a good example of Yin and Yang.

[@mike-ology22]

@@Jitsover50 I like the fact you give him space, but he just won't let you rest haha. He is hardly using his legs at all and doesn't seem to be using any other technique than his strength. What I've learned recently is that in BJJ you don't have to be strong, you have to be clever. Strength does have a role in it, but it doesn't define the result. I'm starting lessons and this video just popped up and I like your style willing to teach amd give him the opportunity. Its a great way for me to learn it and you're very good at explaining it too. I'll subscribe amd follow your content to learn more. Thanks for sharing Sir, much appreciated. 🙏 and great work, you make it look so easy haha. Mike, 40 years old, England. Thanks for your reply

[@SimonSez83]

The silliness of being aggressive with a purple belt. Youth is wonderful.

[@Jitsover50]

So Innocent

[@auggied6760]

As a 67 year old purple belt, I enjoyed this completely. The older we get the smarter we have to get. Great video!!

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! That is so good to hear. This channel thorough comments such as this has really added meaning to my life. Respect to you sir!!

[@auggied6760]

@@Jitsover50 Respect to you. I am amazed at how you allow the jiu jitsu to do the work, because when you roll with these bigger guys you just can't revert to muscling your way through your technique. You're an inspiration.

[@Jitsover50]

@@auggied6760 thank you brother. Sometimes they muscle through. Lol. Respect

[@joshwilson2811]

Great video man thanks for teaching chris we all need someone to bring the next person up like we had when we started

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you. I had mentors but during the early stages I felt like I was on my own. This is why I help the white belts.

[@irohttime6100]

I'm brand new to ju jitsu & ppl like u are so great to roll with, showing even the younger stronger that it's not all about power, & using your experience to teach in this way is impressive as well, hope u get that black belt soon

[@Jitsover50]

Thank you! You summed it up perfectly

[@amesweb]

That was the best BJJ video I have seen. So much in so short of time. No BS. Fantastic! Awesome to watch you handle him. Credit to you both. I am a fan.