Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Will Change Your Life

[@DavidLee-no9uc]

I started at 58 years of age!.. I'm still going at it!

[@dougieladd]

That's awesome man! I started at 51 stopped at 52 with lowback problems... it doesn't stop calling me though even now. Trying to get back at it.

[@micjakes1]

@@dougieladd Lowback problems from JiuJitsu? Guess it's pretty rough.

[@donniehallaman7685]

Osss, good for you thats bad ass that you started training later on in life. I just saw a 74 year old guy get his brown belt a month ago thats the shit that motivates me i am always told jiu-jitsu is for life no matter how long that maybe....

[@dougieladd]

@@micjakes1 I've always has issues with it... but I think it's more to do with not training enough... I am on the path to return as soon as possible. If you're wanting to do it... you have to... It's like The Force. I "calls" you to the mat.

[@swatshooter1235]

Bvmn.ndjjsujij.ekkkkfkkggkjmrlkrkmmeggfhcbb

[@FR-ty5vn]

Like Royce says, you’re never too old. I restarted Gracie JJ at 49 - now I’m a purple belt about to turn 55 and still loving it - learning all the time...!

[@pg23uk]

Thank you for saying this me at 37 has just started gracie jui jitsu my fitness ain't great atm but am excited about this and ithought I was too old to start

[@FR-ty5vn]

@@pg23uk definitely not too old! Way to go, you’re already past 99% of the population - just keep going - it’s hard, but everything that’s worth it is…

[@pg23uk]

@@FR-ty5vn appreciate the reply totally out of my comfort zone but the people and instructors have been amazing tying the belt well let's just say am gunna need practice

[@FR-ty5vn]

@@pg23uk as my instructor told me for years…you’re doing it!!

[@Noeton]

@@pg23uk How 're you doing now, buddy? :)

[@paddygladman9923]

I'm 62, been doing it for a few years now. love every second of it

[@Matthew-zc8qt]

Paddy Gladman keep up the great work!

[@dalroache]

Paddy Gladman ask any person who who does bjj they will all say its been life changing for them

[@elementfayt]

@@dalroache can confirm was life changing for me.

[@timw8948]

Could you imagine the pride of a family responsible for mastering and developing a complete fighting system like Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The Gracie's are incredible people.

[@phx4closureman]

9:28 That was me: "I wish I started (stayed with) this 20 years ago". So I started again this week (coincidentally, on the day of my 52nd birthday - as a gift to myself)!! 😎😎😎😎

[@PeterKofinas]

I started at 52 also, been doing it for 8 months now

[@monicahkiarie1487]

@@PeterKofinas hhjjhjnnmll I was 8

[@user-yr3kd2ig2m]

😎

[@toseeornot2see]

I've only been doing BJJ for five months and I love it. There's no strictness. The environment is friendly, and conducive to learning.

[@indiasmith5857]

toseeornot2see after about 5 months of doing it do you think you could use it if you got into a street fight?.... I ask because I plan on starting bjj soon and I wanna know the average progress level

[@toseeornot2see]

Yeah, definitely, cos with Gi training you're basically learning how to fight with clothes on...So you can apply that to hoodies and long sleeves, etc. But I think it really depends on the school and your instructor. Best to learn the basics and then ask instructor to train you in more street effective methods.

[@indiasmith5857]

toseeornot2see kk thank you for the response

[@Supermomo2007]

did you teach how to block punch??

[@toseeornot2see]

Um...not so far. I guess...That's more boxing than BJJ, but I can see what you mean from a self defense perspective.

[@MrHoover77]

I've been to numerous BJJ schools. Is what bothers me is that no two BJJ schools are the same. For example, my first month in one BJJ school (while I was a white belt), our instructor was teaching us black belt submissions while you have your opponent in the "spider guard". Like Roger Gracie said, "You need to learn the basics of Jiu-Jitsu first so that you will have a strong foundation and not make silly mistakes later down the road." He's absolutely right!

[@conor-_C]

yea that's really bad if they are teaching you black belts moves most have fundamentalist then advance

[@maukasmauno]

Tha training centres that ryron and rener advocate are synced so every certified training centre teaches the same stuff, from basics to advanced stuff. Also 10thplanet schools are getting more and more synced too with their warm up sets.

[@Matthew-zc8qt]

Spetsnaz Pocomaxa yes foundation is the most important otherwise those submissions won’t be as effective. For me personally I’m not into all the new tournament bjj styled techniques I prefer the original direct form of Rickson Gracie and how Kron Gracie does bjj. Even Ralph Gracie I love it because their techniques are so refined and their foundation is the best

[@imhassane]

After my second BJJ competition, not training for competition but love it, my confidence was at an all time high. Seeing that I was not fearing any of my opponent and finished being the only one who hasn’t been submitted that day in my weight class, I was so proud in my ability to defend myself and put other people in very bad positions. I am 6’2 225lbs and 22yo I’ve been training for 3 months now and hope to do it till I’m 100yo+.

[@tiago00]

YES!!!! Very beautiful Royce talking about the true jiu jitsu, it's all about self defense and martial mind and not just mma and competitions!!!

[@ivynova1694]

"Well, start now!"

[@markfabin4431]

Spot freaking on. Beautiful video

[@tc5290]

Love this video, I have had a taster in Tai Jitsu classes a good while ago and would love to try this, but the video itself is great, even without the music, great words spoken here.

[@DanT288]

Love Royce one of my hero's

[@Lbg-ne6tc]

I have my first class on Tuesday... this video is getting me pumped up! 🤗

[@jitzlife4426]

Are you still doing Jiu-Jitsu

[@arenh2049]

Jitz Life are you still waiting for a reply?

[@blahblah9619]

Gracie Jiu Jitsu hasn't only changed my life, it has also saved my life. I'm so grateful to know what I know, thank you Grandmaster Helio Gracie and everyone else in the Gracie family.

[@ProjeKtWEREWOLF]

i was at a Royce Gracie seminar last Thursday. He was a nice guy and had a good teaching style ; two closed guard passes and some sucker punch defence work. Basic stuff, but full of small.details.

I remember watching Royce Gracie as a kid. I've always dreamed of learning the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu , even to this day. you guys are doing an amazing job, please keep it up. You have no idea the impact you're having on the world today. it would be a dream come true to train with the Gracie family.

[@keithsloan994]

So, find a club and train bro. its a good time. #hangloose

[@edwardshort5532]

He said start now. Great advice

[@purewizdom]

I'm 102 and still loving it.

[@lil_siamese714]

Coming here has made me more humble. I’ve been here for about 3 months, I get beat but it’s ok, it’s part of the process. My goal is to be in law enforcement someday, and I am more than happy to be learning BJJ here. I will keep going and see where it takes me.

[@boomsuga]

Jiu-Jitsu saved my life 🙏obrigado

[@roycemachado9770]

The last Royce comment was SO SO TRUE

[@pullbothbarrels]

Super respect Royce is a living ledgend

[@ceej6-3.7]

Did my first class today! i am hooked and very excited 😁

[@ivanpetrov5696]

awesome God bless you amen

[@gracieconceptshq]

Excellent video and message 👍👍👍

[@CapitalMMAFit]

I know it's late, but I'm seeing this just now. Well done folks!

[@travisdt]

CapitalMMA most of people I roll w are doctor

[@daneracamosa]

Really well done... nice job guys...

[@thelurker9472]

Started at 46 and now 48 and almost 2 years in. Love it.

[@Eric_B_59]

Well done. I just started and so much to learn but I will hang in there. I joined Precision Boxing and MMA in Pok NY Great place with equally great instructors that put safety first .

[@chongxina8288]

I did bjj for awhile, I was 28, fit, training for a boxing match, rolled with a blind man 👨‍🦯 totally blind. He judo tossed me and I couldn’t get him off! 🤣 He was like a super hero. I’m looking to get back into it definitely. Mostly for confidence.

[@richardroyce4128]

17 years strong... still at it.....every single day!

[@dstoglin1]

This is awesome🔥🔥🔥

[@matthewemery4205]

EXCELLENT FOR MY SON IN THE MILITARY

[@smokewizard666]

So happy I found Jiu-Jitsu

[@jamesvisser7436]

I started about month ago changed my life I will never stop

[@mr.originaloneniceguy]

Mr. Royce Gracie is a Superman he changed the World of Martial Arts🏅🏆

[@billytheweasel]

Royce - back in the first few UFC's was the real deal BEAST.

[@illusionxmuta]

Not paying your taxes will also change your life.

[@danh9473]

What made you say that? Did he get caught not paying taxes?

[@MT-mk6qz]

@@danh9473 They apperantly hid a lot of money from the IRS

[@bigwill9421]

Great Points!!

[@true6541]

MITSUYO MAEDA was the Japanese who taught the Gracie and it was Judo + American wrestling.

[@aumentaropenis1863]

Don't say shit, it's brazilian martial art tho....

[@eanean3831]

Time flies so fast

[@Scorpion-in8fi]

I really love the environment of jiu jitsu. It’s so humble. But sometimes I like to get a cocky arrogant guy because it pushes me to want to get even better

[@davidclarke8777]

I’ve been taking Brazilian jiu-jitsu for the past year and it has been life-changing. And I am not the only one who thinks this. I read about sportsmen who won at the European championship and discover that they trained in a club which have powerful sponsor, famous Biotexcom center. So I decided to try train with them. And I felt in love with this sport. I notice that a lot of people who dedicate a huge portion of their time to the two martial arts find it rather meditative and life-changing. Thus I believe that jiu-jitsu is made to be lifetime sports. The benefits of doing this martial art go far beyond knowing how to protect yourself. I truly believe it is legitimate vehicles for positive change in our lives. Another thing I love about the art of Brazilian jiu-jitsu is the way people transform after training and it doesn’t take that long. Physically, many lose weight, tone up, become more flexible, and as a result have more energy. Personally I become much happier, and become more confident. And actually learned how to defend myself!

[@superd506]

That’s what I’m looking for n to do after this lockdown 💯👍🏾 Osss

[@adriansalas8424]

Royce handed me my bluebelt back in the 90's. Nothing else keeps you in shape like bjj...

[@wallstreetbailey4425]

I love it!. I'm looking forward to learning form the best

[@Davewest85]

I'll start as soon as I can.

[@drewsky1008]

Respect...✊

[@dibbage]

Im 15 years old and I have started Mixed Martial Arts but I know people have started younger than me like maybe even 8 or 5 but I hope hard work and determination could get me into the UFC well see...

[@hipqban169]

Ive been injured for a while...i miss training immensely

[@astinus4]

Going to my first class tomorrow- wish me luck!

[@kayotonashida7252]

Fuck how was it? Fucking sucks if u liked it, only had 1 lesson and had to stop cuz of covid lol.

[@cainepatterson9007]

I’m going in a week how is it

[@astinus4]

Caine Patterson Very intense, will test you both physically and mentally, but it’s so rewarding

[@PrimalBeef]

Its not worth it

[@astinus4]

Trey Cantu sorry for the late reply. Yep I’m still going. Progress a bit slow as I’m cross training with Muay Thai, but looking forward to continuing this year

[@Crazyentretenimento]

Royce Gracie da aula no Brasil também ou só nos EUA?

[@alialasmawi5296]

He is my coach’s master I love this guy

[@minad.7428]

2:54 is all I could think about, why didn't he dive under the arm and go to th back. But the video is also very true. BJJ has made me so much more confident and happy, and I have had such a great time learning it.

[@rS-sc2ly]

Right?! Its like moving meditation, you have to clear your mind in order to be able to roll well. I've been doing jiu-jitsu for just over 5yrs now and I cant get enough of it!

[@kotic007]

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu saved my life. I am so thankful.

[@righteousshadowsdojopt.3979]

How?

[@RlHays]

Great video

[@bigworm3446]

I'd love to learn this art, and Filipino knife defense

[@stevenconnolly28]

I do both and I love it

[@brucewayne8453]

I started 1 month ago andd.....still confused with all the moves.. but i loved it

[@brucewayne8453]

Wow. It's been 6 months now for me haha

[@lil_siamese714]

@@brucewayne8453 how are you

[@brucewayne8453]

@@lil_siamese714 good,, still doing bjj ?

[@lil_siamese714]

@@brucewayne8453 awesome. What belt are you now? I just started 3 months ago. So I have a long way to go.

[@brucewayne8453]

@@lil_siamese714 so do i bro

[@marsbass9399]

This is no B.S. I'm sold. Kenpo/Kempo Karate is Chinese based, but modified to be a bit more street friendly, Ed Parker Kenpo, Mitose Kempo, American/Hawaiian Kenpo) *Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu* Krav Maga & Aiki-Jitsu is the same way, don't focus on the details, all martial arts are beneficial, start with one that feels right & offers you real confidence in your true abilities.

[@matthewguariglia9938]

Will be signing up for first BJJ class at 21 years old and pretty nervous. Anyone have any advice?

[@panick_9550]

I've done 2 classes of BJJ now and the confidence outside of the gym is starting to show but inside of the gym and outside is "I'm not petfect, not yet" I wish I had found this when I was being picked on as a kid

[@panick_9550]

*inside and outside of the gym my motto is

[@brianmyers9989]

He is looking like Helio more every day.

[@sleepio23]

I have had a broken neck, and 2 back surgeries, leg, foot, ankle and knee surgery. I am almost 50 years old, and not flexible at all. I want to start Jiu Jitsu so bad, but I am afraid I will really hurt myself.

[@KarmaKazi666]

For those not in the know, the Gracie Combat System has been teaching people to defend themselves in real-world situations for decades. The Gracie family is truly the first family of Brazilian jiu-jitsu (especially in the United states) and their methods have been proven effective from the streets, to championship-level prize fighting. At this point there is no debate, it is a prove, effective system. It's a great tool for anyone to use, and from what I see, Forged Fitness is a great place to get your rolls in!

[@davebond7380]

I started when I was 48 best thing I've ever done . Anthony Bebington bjj Liverpool UK

[@sjcobra84]

A name truly worthy of the history books

[@maxbird2003]

Amazing video

[@GlenGaugh]

The things they said in this video seem pretty universal to martial arts in general. You just have to find the right dojo/gym.

[@drinktillwerefunny]

I love u Royce

[@franciscoalvarado6167]

This has always been my dream

[@caseybrown1706]

I need to Join Gracie Jiu-Jitsu....like tomorrow.

[@theengineer704]

Casey Brown Did u??

[@camposrodrigues862]

@@theengineer704 dont Dream About miracles, is only Marketing !!!

[@victorgaldamez6316]

Have you finally started 😃

[@PrimalBeef]

Its a scam

[@ud6083]

When Royce ends it with “…we’ll start now”. I was like. “Ok,!” Starting next month too. Gracie school in Singapore. Can’t wait.

[@dixonbuttes]

hey fyi guys, a few people asked about the quote... it's not helio that i can find, it's like the motto of forged fitness

[@mikeharvey1597]

Starting month 5 over here in Japan. Still nervous before class! Does that go away? :)

[@indiasmith5857]

mike harvey how good are you?....like would you be able to defend yourself in a street fight using ju jitsu?.... just curious because I plan on starting soon

[@mikeharvey1597]

I first sarted 20 years ago before coming to Japan. I also have wresling and karate experience. How good am I? Can I fight? jeez...I've been in about 12 street/bar fights in that time, but there are no guarantees. I can say, if you train fairly regularly for say, 6-9 months, with striking sometimes, you will improve your odds of surviving against a a guy who doesn't know what's going on dramatically. My worst nightmare would be getting into a street fight against somebody who was angry at me and had better Jitsu.

[@jiujitsuguy74]

Mike, Kron Gracie said you were looking at his girlfriend...

[@reapercreeper3466]

gotta be honest- before i seen royce in the first ufc i never thought anything of jiu-jitsu and judo. then i seen a dude exactly my same size and build submitting dudes like ken shamrock, brick shit houses, big guys, just making them tap out and i was sold immediately. i was in awe. just knowing the absolute basics of bjj will give tremendous advantage over anyone not trained who is just a plain asshole. back in the day before the gracie schools and academies we just watched royce's fights and picked up all we could from that. be amazed on how much that little bit went.

[@IsaacLausell]

Open it in Carbondale, Illinois!

[@madpoet2911]

I miss training at the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy. I still remember and use the techniques Royce taught me to this day. Maybe one day I'll get a chance to train him again.

[@ronilsonjj4619]

Essa ideia do Royce " jiu jitsu foi feito para defesa pessoal" "arte marcial não foi feita para marcar ponto" é outro nivel do sistema

[@NuevoVR]

so excited to join my local bjj place next week

[@NuevoVR]

Blue belt now

[@realitywithmj4334]

All martial arts can improve peoples lives in one way or another.

[@TrymTheXboxGamer]

if theres something i really need in life its jiu jitsu... cuz of my life story and how i ended up becoming when i got to mid 20s im 25 now and constantly bullied mentaly, fysicaly and cyber way... i end up being complete loss when i want to go and do stuff like walk outside, i getting anixity to face people due to me getting beated up in my past

[@TrymTheXboxGamer]

Ignacio Nemarich i found a place where i live but is expensive in where i live

[@PanthersForce]

Can't wait to join

[@8Smoker8]

Same as many, many other martial arts. Now if you're looking to be a complete fighter (or just martial artist), sure, you need to be able to roll as well. O-ver-ra-ted.

[@jamebrewington4212]

Is this Raleigh NC?

[@patrickkelly5067]

I know this was posted over s year ago but I thought I'd ask my question anyway. I have two have questions. One, I am 16 and 20 pounds overweight is that a problem? Second, Are there certain times to join or can I join whenever? I'm sorry if i didn't explain my questions right.

[@MrTresto]

You can join anytime and no it doesn't matter that you're overweight. BJJ will help you lose the weight in the long term

[@joeltan7457]

Hi would like to noe the background music please thanks

[@friendlyneighbor5069]

How much is a month there cost?

[@sydneyalbs8226]

Cebu, Philippines jiu-jitsu location please

[@hyperhype1000]

How long does it take to gain this confidence. 5 years?

[@philipcouch908]

Go at least four days a week and reassess your confidence level every 30 days. You won't recognize your old self from the previous month.

[@live2win4freedom82]

Viva Gracie Jiu Jitsu

[@AvatarJillian]

Who was that quote at the beginning by?

[@jakeshieldsthrowingarm4389]

LC Avatar Jillian Dawes most likely it's helio gracie

[@MaskedMenace808]

Background music?

[@justchilling4816]

I am 121-years-old and I just started jiu-jitsu yesterday and I am already owning everybody. Hopefully, I will get to that black belt in about 10 years or so.

[@taylorbee4010]

The thing that always bothered me about this style is what it's missing. It's touted as the best or strongest thing but what's safe about rolling if there's concrete? Is there any striking that can fight a striker? So much time on the ground but 99 percent of fights start standing up and in competition so much is disallowed. Maybe I'm ignorant but why do people think this is the best?

[@moistensstinker591]

Taylor Bee because a striker has maybe 2 chances to KO a superior grappler and then it’s game over if they miss.

[@batrocbjj7866]

I have huge respect for Royce, he has been a great source of inspiration, a real Hero, but saying that "are you ready" is not real martial art..well back in the days i remember when Matt Hughes was breaking his arm and he had to tap (or snap) in that "sport"

[@suffolk6311]

Life is more about chess then physical combat which is the by-product of chess playing (mind games). War is the by-product of wealthy men and countries playing a game chess against each other.

[@MrCmon113]

Confidence is the enemy of competence. BJJ seems to be fairly practical, but I get very suspicious when people praise how practicing martial arts made them feel outside of combat.

[@richardstevens5961]

Jiu Jitsu enhances your life and gives you the confidence to confront the challenges we all face.

[@Metaphysicsmadness]

Who said the quote In the beginning of the video?

[@roycegraciejiujitsuacademy3647]

ThinBlueLine ArmyDoc The quote is Forged Fitness's mission statement.

[@ortilio]

Never forget Kazushi Sakuraba ;)