Fake Jiu-Jitsu Black Belts?!?!

[@Bjjlifebajagab]

I lost every single match at purple belt got my brown belt and was ranked top 5 on ibjjf now im a black belt and im ranked number 4 on ibjjf. Everyone on there own path winning doesn’t make u a certain belt

[@SquaredbyX]

lol. Thought you meant you were beating the fake brown and black belts as a blue belt as I read through .

[@CombatCreativeCo]

Well said my friend. Congrats on what you've accomplished! Appreciate you watching!

[@CombatCreativeCo]

hahahaha

[@davidmcguire2970]

There is a difference between training in the Martial Arts to become an athletic competitor and training in the Martial Arts and becoming a Martial Artist.

[@CombatCreativeCo]

Wow, thats so good! Well said my friend. Appreciate you watching!

[@Bob-p2q9q]

@davidmcguire2970 long, time ago an individual I worked with said,if you want to learn a martial art , pick one you like train for years and learn it,if you want to learn to fight,pick a martial art,anyone will do ,train for a year ,get a job in a bar as a doorman,rinse and repeat, This was pre mma days

[@bwkid1]

I was a brown belt when my coach passed away unexpectedly. We were due to goto a seminar a few weeks after his passing. So i went alone. Mainly hoping to talk to others coaches for advice on what i should be doing now. I was given my black belt at the seminar, unaware my coach had set it up before he passed. I was then left to be the coach at our small club. And i have been struggling ever since. Being a black belt has been a curse as it has put so much preassure in me to run our club. So i havent had any time to enjoy just being a black belt.

[@FundamentalJiujitsu]

That is awful! Did you have any interest in running a gym on your own?

[@CombatCreativeCo]

Wow brother, Congratulations on your achievement and Im so sorry about how the journey has been for your recently. Thanks so miuch for being vulnerable and sharing your thoughts. Whats the name of the club you teach at and where is it located?

[@Jiu-JitsuJourney257]

Currently a four 4 purple Belt. Biggest fear is being over promoted. But I trust my coach. I’m not a black belt, so how the hell do I know what level I’m at. Haha

[@CombatCreativeCo]

Thats a wise way to look at it my friend. Congrats on all you've accomplished! I appreciate you watching.

[@MP-db9sw]

I like to think that this is way more difficult to get away with in BJJ than most other systems for the reason that we still place a relatively high standard on BBs and on lineage.

[@CombatCreativeCo]

I agree. Good point. Thanks for watching.

[@GeorgeOrwell-qm1fu]

3 strip 44yr old purple belt here. Just got more serious about BJJ a few yrs ago. I try and develop my game the best that my understanding and body will allow. The belt will come when it comes. I feel the best I can do is only share/ teach what I know and nothing beyond that. Should I keep moving towards a black belt even though as my body breaks down I will not be as good against younger more athletic folks?

[@CombatCreativeCo]

Not at all. Thats why Carlos shared there are 3 variables they consider. In the full interview he shares more on his view of competitors vs hobbiest. Currently, Carlos is a competitor so most of this segment was from that view point! Congrats on all you've accomplished my friend, and I appreciate you taking the time to watch the video.

[@nostromo9081]

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[@Delamthedestroyer]

​@nostromo9081 Man, as a 50 year old purple belt with nagging injuries I would love to have access to someone who would guid me on the best use of these compounds.

[@alexneville8168]

Went to Alliance Orlando when I was in town for work. Great gym, tough rolls, all cool people. I hope to get to come back. A black belt named Carlos beat my ass lol

[@CombatCreativeCo]

HA Carlos was who I interviewed! Great guy and great gym. Thanks for watching.

[@alexneville8168]

@@CombatCreativeCo 2 years ago lol. Maybe his hair is different. Either way, the cat can roll!

[@kungfumartialarts]

Superb discussion. His views are clear and well thought out.

[@CombatCreativeCo]

Thanks for watching my friend. Appreciate the kind words.

[@robman2977]

Everybody has their own reasons for training. Not everyone has plans to be a “pro” competitor, it doesn’t mean though that they can’t be competitive in the local scene and still deserve the belt they’ve been awarded. I’m 9 years in right now, one stripe brown belt, and I have enough time to compete in a few comps a year. My instructor believes I’m competent to hold the rank I have, and I can hold my own against black belts and other brown belts pretty well, so ultimately it’s their decision when the right time is for advancement. The only time I think it’s not deserved is if they’re fast tracking based only on attendance, but they’re not actually capable of executing techniques they technically should be at whatever rank they’re at. Lots of variables, lol. I do agree on the point of the black belt promo photo being absolutely important, instructor has to be in the pic unless they’re out of state or the country. That’s the biggest promotion you’ll get, and I for one want proof that it was given to me by my instructor. Videos, pics, etc.

[@CombatCreativeCo]

Thats so well said my friend. Congrats on all you've achieved. Appreciate you watching!

[@christophersmith3695]

I totally agree when it comes to the differences between the two mindsets. I'm a blue belt, and (for myself) I refuse to wear a black gi. To me, the color black symbolizes proficiency, expertise and experience. A black gi goes with a black belt, and I haven't earned the right to wear that color during practice yet. Though I fully acknowledge the most important part is the belt, I still feel like a fraud by wearing anything black, period. I wear a white or blue gi because that's where I'm at in my own journey. I've studied five different styles over 33 years and have gotten two black belts from that bunch (I'm working on two more right now) so I understand the importance of the color. Obviously that's just for me. I don't judge anyone else who chooses to wear it. Maybe I'm weird, who knows...

[@GMunoz-oj5zb]

Are you putting a hobbist over 40 black belt to the same standard of a black belt competitor in their 20s?

[@CombatCreativeCo]

No, In the video Carlos says you would hold competitors vs hobbiest to a DIFFERENT standard. THANKS FOR WATCHING!

[@BroodYouth]

@@CombatCreativeCo that just means any hobbist black belt that cant actually go is not a real black belt lol two standards mean no standards

[@CombatCreativeCo]

@@BroodYouth yes, in some way there are two standards, but Professor Carlos does a great job explaining this in the full episode. This is just a short clip from that. Appreciate you watching and chatting.

[@themondoshow]

@@BroodYouth depends

[@chaystafari3228]

Yes

[@ChaosKnight06]

Am I underthinking it, or does being a black belt in simple terms just mean you've been training consistently for at least 10 years? Not including for prior grappling experience and gym politics such as moving around a lot. I just feel if you're on the mats in one spot for around 10 years, you're going to get there whether you're a competitor or not.

[@thepracticaldad]

The way my coach explained it was, based on your age, weight, gender and belt, you should be able to go anywhere in the world and be competitive with people the same age, weight, gender and belt as you. Training time wasn't something he gave much consideration.

[@CombatCreativeCo]

I think you're correct. The skills and knowledge need to be there. I cant imagine training consistently for 10 years and you not have enough skills or knowledge.

[@CombatCreativeCo]

Thats a great way to look at it as I personally have viewed my journey and progression that way. Thanks for sharing!

[@amospizzey1]

@@thepracticaldadgreat way of looking at this 🥋

[@LOUIS-g4l]

I know in my club a blue belt competitive who destrueres some black belt hobbyist. So belt are different 😮

[@CombatCreativeCo]

There are definitely levels to this. Ive experienced the same thing.

[@morganfrazer158]

This is why the belt system sucks.

[@MP-db9sw]

Doesnt having a belt system provide the context for identifying fake bb's? Like anyone can train for a while at Renzos or Atos or whatever but they cant just claim theyre a Renzo or Galvao bb if Renzo or Galvao didnt actually belt them?

[@stelios672]

bro muai thai probably is for you

[@CombatCreativeCo]

Correct view point. Thanks for watching everyone.

[@themondoshow]

I disagree on a few of these points. it should be based on how good you are period. nothing else

[@raphiey]

but if your first reaction on getting submitted is to punch the wall and curse, you're still too immature to get a higher ranked belt. you represent the sport and other bjj practitioners too, and if you don't have your emotions under control everytime you lose you're mentally not where you should be. and also let's say youre good or even really good, but you're always going really hard and aggressive on people, no matter what, older people, women, beginners, injured people, then yeah, maybe you have a decent skill set and know how to perform the techniques, but you have no control over yourself. and there are also other reasons why simply being good at it shouldnt be enough. it should be an important aspect of course, but not the only one.

[@CombatCreativeCo]

Fair point. I will say the more I interview professors they all base it off skill according to the students goals. Competitor vs a Hobbyist. That seems to be the most common.

[@themondoshow]

@@raphiey people do steroids and lie about it man. I dont care about how you act hahah this isn't Naruto. its a sport

[@themondoshow]

@@CombatCreativeCo I also agree. if you can DEMONSTRATE all the moves I dont mind you getting leveled up. especially if you can offer something as an instructor

[@josefraguas2768]

There are fake BB in all styles. What is the fuss?

[@CombatCreativeCo]

I think jiujitsu practitioners like to hold their martial art to a higher standard, and thats what makes this an interesting talking point. No Fuss. :-)

[@Bob-p2q9q]

When it comes to traditional martial arts,someone tells me they are a black belt,i think okay you had the money and time to put in the time,don't really mean anything else

[@CombatCreativeCo]

I have thought the same way.

[@Nonamemannn]

White belt here. Been training for about a year. Hopefully someone replies and brings me back to this comment when I’m a different belt

[@xave3829]

I can’t wait to see the development 👑

[@CombatCreativeCo]

Thats awesome! Thanks so much for watching! Be patient and enjoy the journey!

[@willowgillette6763]

And…..? Who is this guy ??????

[@CombatCreativeCo]

Black belt under Bruno Malfacine and 2024 Pan American Champion. Watch the podcast. Carlos is a great guy. :-)

[@supernalbjj]

no, you are only a martial arts coach, your job is to teach a sport. not have weird expectations on peoples inner growth or some nonsense. cult vibes