Am I Too Old For Jiu Jitsu? | Chris Matakas

An often discussed question.. "Am I too old for Jiu Jitsu?"
In this video, I give my opinion and refreshed perspective on how you can navigate this dilemma.
Please let me know in the comments your thoughts and reactions! Subscribe for more content on improving your Jiu Jitsu journey.

[@thesecurityguardchannel]

You’re not too old to start…… You are too old to not get hurt. Shit happens, so be ready and move accordingly.

[@TonyFerrieri]

Hello Chris I'm 57 I've been working out for 35 yrs weight training I'm recovering from a strangulated hernia and shoulder injury (and a bad attitude) I have to do something and have been researching and fallowing BJJ your advice was solid as soon as I get my doctors clearance I'm heading off.. My goal is simple BE HUMBLED and build from there , get a good workout lose some weight. I'm thinking three times a week should work for now. the belt system really is not a motivator for me. Thanks.

[@Red-t2o]

Excellent information. On the verge of committing to the sport. This was very helpful. Attended a class but did not suit up…it was awesome.

[@mtm105]

I’m new purple 59. Coach asked if I were 44. I want to appear agile at the age of 90. Not old & decrepid.

[@justinhall2117]

So I've wondered if I'm to old for something new like this. But then I started wondering if I had started when I was 18, I wouldn't of been 100% committed to how I could now being 39. I was chasing tail and partying back then, that chances are I would of thought I was some tough guy at 19, drunk, and picking a fight because I'm learning bjj. I want to join for weight control but also open to the idea for competition too. But Instead of living through my kids that do a variety of sports. I want to live for myself and do something. I'm signed up for a free trial for my local academy, but I keep finding excuses to not go because I'm a b****