How To Get Good At BJJ... FAST!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Check out my BJJ Theory Course: courses.jordanteachesjiujitsu.com/courses/jiu-jitsu-theory-course

[@dylanorr3159]

I have trouble just staying alive while rolling and struggle to get out of mount and side control. I struggle to also be fast with submissions please help

[@ironpatriot344]

1. Drill (with a purpose) 2. Do your homework (learn outside of mat time) 3. Ask your training partners how they’re beating you 4. Record your rolls 5. Be consistent

[@theresabrandon5313]

Aa

[@ghosthashira6748]

Spoiler alert

[@justinmpanderson]

I'm over here doing homework and this guys giving away the answers lol

[@Anonymoose361]

List of channels mentioned for #3: John Thomas BJJ Coach Brian Peterson Less Impressed More Involved BJJ

[@LeviPage]

This is stuff I tell everyone all the time. Focus on guard passing/retention. Also, your point about watching lots of videos on the same topic. This has been invaluable for me. You find commonalities that ultimately help you understand the underlying concepts and each teacher gives you a different perspective.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

That's right, man 👊 Becoming good at Jiu-Jitsu is as much about actually studying it, analyzing it, as it is about just rolling. You have to have both :)

[@barryangeline4885]

"This is supposed to be fun, don't take it too serious and let your ego get in the way" This is gold! I needed this right now!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Exactly man 🙏 BJJ is something that you're supposed to enjoy. Not something that will feel like a burden.

[@Gorgonok3]

@@anti_Hype_334 i don't think so, i mean the first step in most jiu jitsu gyms is letting the more experienced players who know they aren't ALL that tear down the new ones who think they're ALL that. i don't know what sport you do though so you may be more experienced.

[@charliemessano2128]

Have to keep reminding myself this and taking small victories.

[@overrideFunction]

#3 is my favorite and I just started doing this. There was this one purple belt that always swept me from butterfly and I just asked him "what do other people do to defend your butterfly guard that give you trouble?" He gave me some fantastic tips that really helped me! It was great having someone that literally coached me through beating his best guard. Now that's a fantastic gym culture!

[@TonyFerrieri]

Great advice. As a 57 year old white belt time is not on my side. But I love it! Thanks Jordan looking forward to catching up on your past videos. And learning from future ones!

[@makingsnow9234]

Homework is real good stuff. I took advices from Jordan which is never letting your opponent grab your head or giving them underhook. I always think these two things when I’m in guard and also when I’m top position I’m focusing on those two things. Thanks Jordan.

[@clarkdever]

Your videos have turned a corner in quality Jordan. I'm a long time subscriber (used to live in Buffalo). Keep up the great work! You're breaking out!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thanks for noticing man! I got popular so quick that everyone had to see me learn on the job. I feel like I've got it down pat now, plus I've hired 2 employees to help with the channel. It's all bangers from here on out. I'm really excited for all the upcoming content!

[@SimplyHappy101]

I freaking love this channel!!!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thanks Tristan!! 🙏👊

[@SimplyHappy101]

@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu my pleasure! Thank you for making these awesome videos. Please continue and someday I hope we meet and make a video together.

[@amjedhatu542]

The best advice on KZbin for jiujitsu. It took me years to figure these few simple things out. Keep it coming Jordan!!!

[@wizardlyrhino2824]

You got some high quality content, keep at it brotha

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Glad you think so. Thanks man!

[@tonycatterall9951]

I train at alleycats in the UK.. we are a very good BJJ gym.. I have trained for around 7 years now. And I must say your video are amazing thank you for your post.. they do help a lot. Keep doing what you are doing thanks

[@ElbowsTight]

This video is GOLD!!! Asking questions with a purpose is so powerful. Don't just ask, "what should I work on?" Also thanks for the shoutout 🤙🙏🥋

[@jedsanford7879]

biggest challenge right now as a white belt- understanding what grips to establish and advance, both in gi and no gi.

[@harlemdeni]

Bro, you are literally Build different. I don't know if even one percent of your viewers can do this, whatever you say - and we doing everything being said. :) I'm new at this, but I can deadlift around 200kg and yesterday I was tapped by a 15 year old weighing around 35 kilos less than me. Bjj is just something else. I'll be happy if I ever get to a purple belt, much less a black one in 7 years. :D

[@darnellleming917]

Gold video again👊🏽 I’m pretty bad at passing guards so I know what I have to do thanks!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thanks man 🙏 Keep training, you'll see progress really fast I'm sure :)

[@poffomania]

I hope you make a vlog showcasing your preparation for the ADCC trials. Can’t wait to see what you can do on that stage

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thanks man I want to do some vlogs but it's so hard to get in front of the camera like that haha. Hopefully by the time trials come I'll have the balls to do it lol.

[@poffomania]

@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu you should check out Jason khalipa’s ( he’s a CrossFit games champion )blog from masters worlds he competed at purple belt it was pretty cool to see how competing in a tournament would be like

[@cryptomania9263]

My biggest challenge is guard retention, and half guard pass

[@gegaoli]

Fantastic guidance.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thanks!

[@BH-ix7nq]

Awesome video, always look forward to these😁👊

[@davidfickers8981]

Can you talk about staph infections in BJJ, your experience, how to prevent etc.? Would be interested to see it. Great vid as usual!

[@davybarr5919]

Wow, just the video I needed to see. Perfect advice for a new blue belt. Love your stuff, man!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Awesome, glad to hear it man! Congrats on the new blue belt 👊

[@NelsonFermin.]

You’re the man Jordan.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thanks Nelson 👐

[@johncena95404]

One of the hardest struggles has been learning how to maintain control and position, along with weight distribution, as the smaller person 9.5/10 times.

[@nicholascurran4290]

I’d say my challenges are: dedicating time on the mat, I’m really only able to go twice a week before I start neglecting other obligations and starting at the age of 35 with a scarred over body from years of sports and bad back genetics. I do a lot of conditioning to mitigate my physical limitations and absolutely love the sport and community. I do watch your videos almost every day and lean a ton from you.

[@bengough6955]

Ive been doinng this about 6 months, im 37 with 2 kids and im studying part time and i work...so Lol i lOVE BJJ though i do run the risk of obssessing and burnin out. Supposed to be fun is so important and narrowing my video watxhing to one move rather than too much stuff. Atm im going in on just guard passing, cos so many rolls i have with blue and the occassional purple takes me so much time and effort trying to pass...and often getting swept and subbed lol 😂 Love your stuff

[@giacomoquiliciph]

hey jordan, how about rolling with jon thomas? i love your youtube channels and it would be great watch you guys rolling

[@petera4813]

Flexibility is the biggest challenge for myself.

[@vladmatos634]

you re the best man. Thanks a lot for everything!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thank you, Vlad 🙏 I'm happy you find my stuff useful :)

[@gmenendez9569]

BJJ or mma is my biggest frustration! I don’t want to get bad real fighting habits.

[@JamezAdam]

Awesome tips bro

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thanks man 🙏

[@mikedobson1678]

The champ is here!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

👊

[@andreyteslenko830]

Keep doing a good job👊 Awesome tips btw

[@jackroland6404]

Thank u for the video recommendations bc I was wanting a verity of smart people.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

They're all fantastic, Jack! Happy they're gonna be of help to you 🙏

[@mitchdermer4359]

I appreciate the tip about asking by training partners how they are beating me. I spend a lot of time scheming about how I can stop this person from doing the thing they’re doing, I could probably short-circuit that process quite a bit by getting their input! Thanks Jordan.

[@chickasawmike1319]

You asked what is holding me back, money. I live in a very poor place and there are no jobs. I do not have a vehicle and that means I have to walk everywhere I go. I am 20 miles from the nearest gym. It costs $100 a month just for Jiu Jitsu, There some months that I do not make a dime. I have to grow a lot of my own food or live on beans and rice. Money is the only thing that is holding me back, I am moving soon though. I have an opportunity to move to the pacific north west, and there are lots of jobs in the area and I am gong to take it. Soon I will be able to train! I need weight training and yoga as well, I let myself go after having back problems and insomnia.

[@uke_mike]

My biggest challenge is a lack of self esteem, which puts me in a defensive position when I could be more offensive.

[@C5Zautoxandtrack]

Jesus, chewy is a monster! Nice roll

[@swindle2240]

Thanks! Great content! And as a white belt right now I gotta say I'm going the right way.

[@modern.kidizens3672]

Hey I know I mentioned this way earlier in one videos but have you thought about about a video of how to help your children be better at BJJ or what is some training tips that you can use for BJJ

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

I plan on doing that :) The best way is simple techniques, with simple drills to cement them into their heads. I will do this one soon!

[@cahallo5964]

@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu please include to teach them how to fall, that's very undertaught in bjj.

[@cpmow831]

Fantastic!

[@HalConick]

Do you think that taking notes is helpful? I’ve been writing down ah-ha moments, sequences, reminders, what I do right vs what I need to work on, etc after class and while learning at home. It seems to help, but I’d be curious to know if you’ve tried this or seen others improve this way.

[@brownboy0004]

Thank you for the video

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thank you for watching! 🙏

[@Unclesteve16]

That book has helped me out soo much! Purple belts couldn’t tap me! I’m still a white belt!

[@4321-q4z]

Yea sure nice bed time story

[@gangov]

⬜⬜⬜⬛⬜ belt here - hardest would be passing the guard on people that know how to defend

[@4321-q4z]

Can you teach the sequence technique for newbie to learn. For example as a boxer you need to learn footwork and then your posture. As a grappler what sequence should i learn

[@Kiran_UK]

Always interested in videos about how to advance gaster as I started BJJ at 39 so I'm well behind. I struggle most with actually getting a submission, I can get my opponent into my guard or mount them but after that I'm pretty much devoid of any attacks. I know I've not been at it long but it's definitely an area I need to learn and quickly

[@slayerbot1394]

Im in the same boat. His kimura trap video has helped a ton, but from mount, it isnt easy even spotting a potential sub, especially against someone competent. I usually fake an ezekiel, to get their arm up to protect to then attempt an arm triangle. Outside of that, i draw blanks

[@arielcantu5361]

starting ju jitsu only a week ago the hardest part has been getting out of side, knee on belly and when my back is taken

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

You're still very, very early man. You'll catch up, some stuff just takes mat time :)

[@cahallo5964]

my biggest issue with jujitsu is paying for the classes lol. honestly that's a good question, did you ever have trouble with money or struggling with finding a job that allowed you to train too? like, I can't choose at what to go to class and it's very hard to balance that with a job sometimes. (or house chores, if you need to take care of someone) edit: I think number 3 is what has helped me the most, my gym is very small so nobody is ever in a rush or anything, very cool enviroment.

[@bjjtom]

Biggest challenge for me is constantly starting over due to breaks from surgeries and other injuries. Been training since 2007 and I’m far from where I should be this long into it. Super frustrating

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

What have been the biggest injury causes, man? I understand how frustrating it can get.

[@bjjtom]

@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu Wish I was able to pinpoint an exact reason. Wasn’t because of bad instructors, bad partners or from not tapping. Injuries come with the territory. My back has been the biggest problem for me. There was no specific incident that caused the injury. My shoulder, knee and pec were no one’s fault, things just break down I suppose. Jiu Jitsu may not be for me anymore.

[@thisguydownunder]

My biggest struggle and issue as a rookie in the sport is that when I panic I go straight I wrist control as I have strong grips from years of arm wrestling and training with fatgripz. Any tips Jordan good Sir?

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

A lot of situations grip control makes a lot sense, so it may not necessarily be a bad thing. I would say use the grips to advance to better grips like underhooks.

[@fteambjj]

I have injured knees, i cant Bridge too hard or roll to hard. Im always passive and sit and let them pass me to side and then i try to sweep them or hang on. If i get mount because im heavy i can keep pressure most times. But this injured knee has cut my power and movement by 50%. What shpuld i do. Keep starting in the bottom and keep doing what im doing now or risk it and roll abit harder ??

[@deannacati]

I started jiu jitsu a couple of months ago. I can only train twice a week, occasionally three times, and I’m usually the only female in class. I’m so delicate compared to the guys, so being heavy and applying pressure has been a struggle.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Great job on your discipline, Deanna! Just keep training. Soon enough you'll notice how you're making more progress than the guys who focus only on strength and pressure :)

[@moseskashamako4835]

My Biggest challenge currently in BJJ journey is staying motivated, I’m a heavyweight white belt who competes but I don’t have any training partners at my skill level and weight class (I’m afraid i might be using more strength then technique rolling with someone smaller) to train with all the other heavyweights are upper belts and it’s tough keeping up with them while rolling but I try my best….I wish I had someone to drill with my size and my speed so I get to work the right movements for my weight class

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Maybe try to take advantage of open mats, if there are any of them in other, nearby gyms? And just keep in mind that discipline will triumph motivation every time. Even I am not motivated to train every time - but I do it anyway. :)

[@moseskashamako4835]

@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu Thanks for the advice but there’s only one gym in my town. One of 2 in the entire country 😅😅 I’ve gotta make due with what I got

[@jorgecarbajaldavila5762]

you're awwwwesome bro!

[@archibaldmainsfield]

My biggest challenge right now is my possibly-broken finger that I've had for the past month.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Damn man I wrecked my finger too recently. I've been taping it to the other one which has helped but it's still sore AF. Hopefully yours heals quick 🙏

[@archibaldmainsfield]

@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu It doesn't help that I work in aircraft maintenance, so I'm always using my fingers even when they're taped. I'm also clumsy and somehow manage to smack my finger on literally everything

[@ashrafgomaa168]

i have the hardest time getting out of mount

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

🙏

[@chickenwangmang]

My problem is guard retention

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Really important to develop good guard retention man. Takes time, but you'll get there!

[@iamhectorsan]

Yea, my biggest challenge is the guard lol

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Hope you're working on it man, it's super important :)

[@808BJJ_Black_Belt]

Great tips I agree ☝🏼 💯on everything you mentioned most of all stay CONSISTENT✅ stop going hard and fast every round people 😵‍💫it’s only training save yourself for competition and test yourself in competition just like Jordan did so much respect for him and his knowledge 🙏🏻thank you Jordan

[@nilss5036]

🔥🔥🔥

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

👊

[@noahandnellyxlbullys3550]

Spar spar spar roll roll roll always turn up the next day even when getting smashed in sparring the night before

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Exactly. The never quitting attitude 👊

[@TeachMeGrappling]

Wow thank you so much Jordan! Someone told me you mentioned my channel and I feel very honored! ❤ Subscribed and I hope to learn some new things from you!! 🤙 Coach Brian

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thank you, Brian! Your channel and content is amazing. So happy that you're a part of the BJJ community - and I am really looking forward to collaborating with you sometime in the future! All the best man 🙏

[@theunknownguy265]

Wassap

[@michaeldennie8255]

Love it!

[@boagrappling99]

Hope you guys like the edit and animations in this video! We worked so hard on this one aha.

[@Unclesteve16]

Thank you!

[@noel6024]

I’ve worked in AV for a while, so I understand how long just *one* text animation can take! lol

[@vyndaio]

You guys do amazing work, I really appreciate your dedication and effort.

[@uke_mike]

great as always benny boy

[@leonhiggins]

They are awesome

[@nathdog1992]

Loved the line "you're going to be somewhere in 10 years, you might as well be a black belt" puts it into such great perspective and can apply to so many things in life not just BJJ. Cheers for the videos. 6 months into my jiu-jitsu journey at 30 yrs old :-)

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Exactly man! The time will pass anyway, so you might as well maximize it :)

[@jacksongray3001]

As a blue belt that’s started to feel like my improvement is stagnating, this video was so helpful. Love this channel and the way you explain your techniques in rolls🤝

[@joelchapple1]

Blue belt is a deep devision so it's easy to feel like you're getting nowhere, just keep it up and like he says collect special moves lol

[@torrytucker9766]

Just putting out banger after banger! 🔥🔥 My biggest challenge in Jiujitsu has been consistency. I work a very labor intensive job so many days after work all I want to do is go home and rest for the next day. I’ll have months where I let that side of me win, but then I’ll have other months where I’m extremely disciplined in showing up regardless. It’s definitely a work in progress. 😅

[@JIxUSTICE]

Same problem for me, and if I only sleep for like 5-6 hours it's def not happening 😂

[@leightonscottful]

Same. My issue has been injuries. Once you stop it's really easy to go months or years without starting again.

[@BG-sj7zh]

its a marthon not a sprint just do what you can bro dont get discouraged. Pick a schedule you can do and stick to i. Might only be 2 days a week at times but its better then taking a month.

[@corneillechahoua5253]

Who’s the lady in the thumbnail ?

[@msdunkel]

Listen to Joe Rogan, you've got to defeat your inner bitch! I bet that on those occasions when you're tired and you go anyway you're glad you went. Keep those in mind when the couch is calling.

[@ajhhd423]

Never clicked a video so fast

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thanks man! I've been stressing about this video since it's a bit different than what I normally do. Glad you were for it!

[@LIMIBJJ]

Appreciate the shoutout! You have the best video quality on KZbin and your hard work is appreciated 🙌🏼

[@LA_Native]

Stoked you got a shoutout! Both of your channels are helping this generation.

[@LIMIBJJ]

@@LA_Native 🙌🏼

[@fizman22]

Gi vs No Gi is my biggest frustration. I almost feel like a BJJ school should either commit to one or the other. Trained for over 5 years, I have never hit a gi choke. I may drill the technique only to not ever wear a gi again for the week depending on what my schedule is, and by then I've forgotten it. I can't for the life of me understand why I'm being taught techniques that only work 50% of the time depending on what my opponent is wearing as opposed to focusing on learning/improving techniques that work 100% regardless of what they're wearing. This is likely a mentality issue on my part as gi techniques don't interest me as much (due to their lower practicality). End Rant.

[@javiazar]

My biggest problem is there's so much happening at once that my brain can't process what the right move should be in most positions. I have like a handful of positions where I can react correctly, but mostly a roll is just me putting myself in submissions without the other person trying much. I'm at a level where I can stall most seasoned white belts to the point where I can't be submitted, and brand new blue belts work really hard to tap me once (maximum twice) per roll. Purple belts and above are just Neo from The Matrix. Can't do shit. I don't see how I'll ever get there. It feels so far away.

[@sirpibble]

Jiujitsu takes a decade+ for most people to get a black belt, not because jiujitsu is so especially difficult but because the overwhelming majority of teachers dont do a good job of teaching and dont give students a skills based road map with known expectations and things to improve upon. And it's a shame people are paying someone for in person instruction but still need to spend just as much, if not more time supplementing it with online instructionals too Imagine if that's how college worked "Ayeee my friend just keep coming to class" is not teaching But it does keep someone paying dues for a long time so some might consider that a feature and not a bug

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

I agree with so much. It's hard to not sound "holier than thou" or egotistical when I say that the majority of people teaching jiujitsu are not good at teaching jiujitsu., but it's the truth. That's what's holding BJJ back the most.

[@Zenitself]

Hey Jordan, what if I can’t find a legit gym that does nogi? The few gyms here are all gi heavy gyms and teach a lot if techniques that don’t transfer… any advice

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Hi Zen, well to be honest - I don't think that there's much you could do. Maybe find a friend/training partner who's willing to train nogi with you? Or ask an instructor to introduce a nogi session, at least one per week. That might be most useful.

[@davidrivas6412]

I like Coach Brian bc he implements lots of wrestling in jiu-jitsu which makes it more interesting

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Agreed. Wrestling is huge for nogi. Coach Brian has a great understanding of Jiujitsu and is a great teacher as well.

[@TeachMeGrappling]

@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu 🙏

[@JustT725]

Here's a comment for you to possibly use for a future video. I am a white belt and I don't have the fundamentals down. However, I always show up for open matt & rolls after class. Do you think I'm wasting time and effort just rolling without putting all my effort on learning fundamentals. I have been arm barred & triangle so many times over the past 6 months I've stopped counting. Also, I swear blue belts & more knowledgeable white belts pretty much stand in line to roll with me, because how often I leave myself open for submissions. My gym is definitely full contact, and ive been hurt several times. For example, a black belt went knee on my rib cage & hurt my ribs. A blue belt decided to put his knee on my ear and shove my head into the matt, where I yelled in pain. What are your thoughts? I thought that was a total dick move, but maybe it's allowed? Final note I'm 49 years old, and I don't know if im being tough or just stupid by putting my body through this.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

I would definitely try to spend time going to class to learn fundamentals. Likely that's what you're missing. Knddtin the ear is lame for sure. Everyone should treat their training partners with care. It's likely that the issue isn't that you're not tough, but maybe the gym culture is a bit more aggressive with less emphasis on rolling safe and smart.

[@miyaro12]

how do i train my jiujitsu as a white belt alone AT HOME??????????????????????????

[@theFormidable1]

Yeah Jon Thomas and BJJ mental models are really helpful, thanks for the other mentions I'll go check them out, btw I'm out with broken ribs, you have any advice on that?

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

For ribs the only thing you can really do is rest unfortunately

[@gregorywilkinson5731]

"... Rather than ten seconds in your guard, and the rest just trying to survive" -this is probably the toughest challenge faced by beginners, and it certainly was the same for me. It's not just the taxing physicality of defending from bottom side control, it's psychologically challenging to know you're just getting dominated round after round.

[@SethKBaldwin]

Positional sparring is super useful from every position. Working on guard is great for white belts tired of getting smashed. No one seems to enjoy submission defense and guard recovery from bad positions but that's what makes your game resilient.

[@CyberwaveOrchestra]

The biggest challenge for me so far was to wear flip flops all the way from locker room to the gym mats. Remembering the days of the week when the club secretary is there so that I could pay the subscription on time. Also, when we end class there are high fives involved and its hard to get all of those to be on spot. All jokes aside, it's sometimes hard to put yourself out there. When there are a lot of beginners it's easier, but if not, it may seem like a tight cult. I'd advise all the other white belts to be gentle and polite and higher belts will appreciate rolling with you and giving you advice. Be smart, tap on time, ask questions and have fun. It's really not that serious as some may want to present it.

[@SalsaBailaProductions]

My biggest challenge is to chain ideas or understand timing better

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Hmm I'll see if I can make a video addressing that

[@SalsaBailaProductions]

@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu I was just discussing with my coach my biggest challenge today: The first steps before the move... I know many moves but the initiation of these moves is challenging depending on the situation... for exemple we were working on the shoulder crunch sweep and its the initial hand fitting that i had issues with... basically once i get to the position all is good but engaging is more problematic for me ;) thanks for this amazing channel i learn a lot

[@woozzification]

Kinda off topic, but do you think no-gi will eclipse the gi in popularity in the future? It sort of feels like the gi has peaked as far as new techniques go, while no-gi seems to be the one pushing the bleeding edge of jiu jitsu. Any thoughts on this?

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Nogi will become very popular but there will always be a big market for Gi. In most gyms kids primarily train in the Gi. I find it way eaiser as well to teach kids in the Gi. We only have nogi for advanced students. Because of this I don't see the Gi going anywhere. They will both grow considerably but nogi will take over in terms of events people want to pay money to watch.

[@jimmyvtec2463]

Here in the UK you just have to train at a Gracie Barra gym and they will give you a black belt for just showing up and paying them twice a week for a few years.

[@boagrappling99]

lol I see the reap jiu jitsu guys ripping gracie barra all the time

[@stayingsaneamidtheinsanity2499]

I am reading jiu jitsu university as well as a white belt. I havent even enrolled in a school yet because of work schedules.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

It's great you're getting a head of the curve at least by reading it

[@ward25038124]

My Biggest issue is I'm 45+ and my body is not able to cash the cheques my brain is writing so would be interesting to see/hear your views of "Senior" BJJ strategies and adapting to a lack of body tolerance to injuries.

[@mouthguardcomic]

At 48, what helps me is that I’m very proficient with takedowns and continually try to improve in that area. Also, as Jordan mentions, passing guard is very important. I try to avoid scrambles so I stay tight and like to use passes such as the Cro magnon pass, body locks, etc. Now, I have to admit, if I am not worried about the person, I do use cartwheels, etc. I have a flashy side. However, staying tight and using takedowns helps me with the younger guys.

[@nanobotdex]

I'm a 46 year old brown belt. What's really helped me "get durable" has been weight training at least a few days a week. A bootcamp-style class like F45 is perfect for me, as the coach forces me to work, haha. In terms of injury prevention, it is critical. The other thing is, I don't have an ego, I tap early and often. A big blue belt taps me? Good for him, man, let's get on with it! If a young guy with amazing cardio wears me down and finishes me, good for him, his cardio should indeed be better mine. Tap and move on. Also, and this is so important - I stretch 15-30 min EVERYDAY.

[@vyndaio]

+1 to this, being the older guy in the gym presents some unique challenges. I'd love to hear Jordan's perspective.

[@gdmclean]

Also having this problem. Im 41 and would love to earn a blue belt. But injury setbacks are wearing me down mentally. If i get through a month without some sort of back spasm its a miracle.

[@leightonscottful]

Same. Surgery for elbow tendinitis. Now shoulder tendinitis and either achilles tendon problems or some sort of nerve thing. Really hard to keep the spirits up. I started doing BJJ in my late 20s. Now I 'm 48. It's more off than on since then. Still very much a white belt.

[@Briggsy]

Rad content Mate, your films have helped me out heaps! My biggest challenge has always been rolling with heavier people (I'm 70kg, anyone over 90kg is pretty full on for me), I'll definitely watch as many tips and tricks films you can make about rolling with the big fellas!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Aw man I appreciate it! Thank you! I'll keep finding huge guys to roll to help haha

[@Jeetacademykl]

amazing amazing content ! thank you SO MUCH for the advices

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thank you!! Means a lot to me 🙂

[@ConveyApp]

Thanks for the wonderful content. I would like to add, in regards to drilling. Injuries of any kind are demoralizing. I injured my shoulder 20 yrs ago and quit BJJ. It was one of the biggest mistakes of my life. Fortunately I came back 3 yrs ago and am on my way to purple belt. Now I believe injury can be a blessing in disguise to force adaptation in you BJJ game. One of my training partners hurt his back pretty badly. Almost couldn’t walk. He came to class every day took notes, and rehabilitated his back during class. He started basic guard movements, then started drilling with partners super lightly in his back control, which was not good before his back got hurt. He was a (3) striped blue for a very long time. With in the 4 months of his note taking and back rehab at the gym he is almost impossible to defend his back control and received his purple belt in June. He would have never worked on his back takes if he had not gotten injured to the level of proficiency he is at now.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

What a story man, thank you! It's so inspiring. And yepp, I agree, obstacles are sometimes opportunities in disguise... Or at least we can make them so :)

[@ConveyApp]

@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu Your a heck of a BJJ Practitioner. Thanks for the response.

[@gonzalopimentel6434]

My biggest challenge in Jiu-jitsu is the physical condition 😭 i wish I'd never get tired

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

The more you train, the better it'll get man. Plus, the better you'll get at not using too much energy, which is a big part of endurance.

[@poluluatua1216]

Hardest for me: guard retention and escaping side control

[@davidrivas6412]

I would love to see you roll with Gordon Ryan since both you guys are very competitive!!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

I would love that too!

[@MrSERYOGA100]

I've been training No-Gi for roughly 2 months, at least once a week. I know some basic guard passes, a single leg take down, and a kimura. But my main 2 problems is that I Gass out quickly, and when I spar with a partner, my mind blanks, I can't remember anything, and it's always fight or flight until I get submitted.

[@ericleach403]

Excellent advice! One huge thing you can do to speed up the time to black belt is to find a good school you like and stick with them from White to Black. Switching instructors will easily set you back a year or two 💥

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

I agree 100% percent. I was one of the rare exceptions. I've had 3 instructors give me belts oddly enough.

[@BH-ix7nq]

Emphasis on good! If your at a gym you hate, do your best to find one you enjoy, even if that means you train less days in a week. Could prevent you from learning bad habits or just quitting all together.

[@Abettergrappler]

How to get good FASTER: Step 1. Be a former D1 Wrestler. Step 2. Learn to counter leg locks Step 3. Insta World Champ

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Step 1 definitely helps quite a bit. So many of them would dominate in Jiujitsu quickly after just a bit of Jiujitsu training.

[@Abettergrappler]

@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu It's just that small little detail that holds them back. Luckily it's not a big part of Jiu jitsu... Going to your back 😂

[@GrapplingwithInsanity]

💪🤜Found myself using and teaching T-Rex Arms this weekend, I didn’t even show them what I meant at first…just told them use T-Rex 🦖 arms and they knew 😂 Thanks Jordan

[@blakemcmahan3960]

I’m doing my first tournament at naga next month!! I am competitive and I’m trying to get there quick as well!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

You can do it man! Good luck at naga!

[@blakemcmahan3960]

@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu thanks bro!

[@stian5815]

Really want to get started with BJJ at my local spot at 24 years old. However social anxiety is keeping me from going for that 1st session, all by myself.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

I've got pretty bad anxiety too but if I listened to it all the time I wouldn't be where I'm at now. Bravery is being scared to do something and doing it anyways. Just be brave and go for it 🙂

[@omoplatallama1800]

Stian, same here. I forced myself to start years ago… best thing I’ve ever done. It is now a lifestyle, with the fellow gym rats being my closest friends. Try it!!

[@thali89]

I’m 4’11 and 115lbs. So I have many struggles ha! From retaining dominant positions, getting swept and overpowered. Been doing BJJ since March of this year, and your channel has helped me immensely! Thank you.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

You'll get better, Dio! Just keep training and applying the things you've been shown (and these tips too lol). Happy that my content has been of use! I appreciate it 🙏

[@cheesejkliop]

Any updates?

[@irag_343]

How do I get started I am about to be 23 is it late. I just want to learn and have fun

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

I started at 21. You're definitely not too old. Not even close. Find a gym near you asap 🙂

[@Al-jh2wy]

Liked the comments about consistancy, am out atm injured torn bicep prob age ( in 40s) but ill be goin back its fun n enjoyable

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Ooo hope you heal quick. How'd that happen?

[@Al-jh2wy]

@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu hi Jordan it was a wrestling class we did, literally at the end whikst sparring my arm got pulled and so left bicep got torn off, be my age too ( 42) its been repaired but it means i cant roll now until completely healed in bout 4 wks time ( injured it June) am bk training but jus light drilling no sparring, but then as u say ive jus been watching your videos in meantime so my minds getin worked so to speak, your vids have helped many thanks!

[@02468]

Injuries would be an interesting video as noone seems to talk about them much. It's mostly "just be tough and deal with it."

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

One such video is coming up relatively soon. 🙏 As well as my BJJ Performance and Longevity course, it's all about dealing with and staying away from injuries :)

[@thetrueolivia]

We discuss that topic on our page 'grapplingwithpodcast' if you are interested. We have a doctor who does BJJ so he goes into that stuff.