The 20 MOST COMMON Beginner Mistakes | Gi & Nogi BJJ

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Timestamps:
00:00 - Giving up easy underhooks
00:36 - Letting your opponent grab your head
01:16 - Not controlling your opponent's feet
01:58 - Allowing your grips to pass the center line
02:34 - Reaching up
03:08 - Loose Turtle
03:42 - Open/loose elbows
04:17 - Not adjusting base
04:49 - Holding on to subs that aren't there
05:13 - Butt in the air
05:41 - Not controlling posture in Closed Guard
06:05 - LMNT
07:13 - Opening your Closed Guard for no reason
07:41 - Pulling guard without connection of the feet
08:13 - Reaching back in Closed Guard
08:37 - Sweeping yourself
09:12 - Not finishing sweeps
09:51 - Not fighting hands to prevent chokes
10:11 - Grabbing heads (non-Crossface)
10:40 - Riding too high on the back
11:04 - Not establishing 4 points of connection
11:38 - Not subscribing to my newsletter

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Great video, subscribed off this one

[@jessprenosil6399]

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[@Sean-xr1xj]

Wow - this is absolute gold for white belts like myself, I do a lot of these lol. Thanks Jordan 🙏

[@Sean-xr1xj]

4:15 what was his mistake here? He was going for head control right, but did he need to try to do it without letting his elbows leave his side for too long or?

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

@@Sean-xr1xjthanks man and the mistake was both elbows were super far from his body. As he was trying to grab my head he should have had his other elbow tight to prevent the underhook.

[@Sean-xr1xj]

@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu Gotcha! thanks mate

[@baranismus]

@@Sean-xr1xjas your elbow gets closer to your back it also gets stronger in pulling👍🏼 hope youre still training actively 🫡💪🏼

[@nathankurtz5960]

Love that the video jumps immediately into the content. We saw the title, know what the video is about, no need to do an intro. Bravo.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thanks man, exactly! I figured jumping right in would be way better 👊

[@chelseatipton8968]

Mr. Jordan, this is one of my favorite videos you released. I am a 58-year-old, VERY average Joe practitioner, train twice a week on average, total hobbyist, in year 14 with BJJ. You shared principles that, for me, are easier to remember. Learning the mechanics is important but sometimes, the number of details can be overwhelming in a series of technics. But there are numerous times I have no idea what my partner is doing to me but to remember "Keep elbows tight" or "Keep my butt low" or "Keep their feet off of you" is easier to remember for us old guys. Thank you for all the great content!

[@coolcoati1909]

0:37 letting your opponent grab your head 1:17 not controlling your opponents feet 5:44 not controlling posture in top guard 9:14 not finishing sweeps ( 9:40 prioritize getting your hips higher then your opponents hips ) 10:41 riding too high on the back 11:04 not establishing 4 points of connection

[@vystopian8492]

Gold star level concepts.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

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[@sebastian3914]

Every time I'd figure one of these out (often through Priit Mikhelson/Chris Paines videos), my jiu-jitsu experienced a quantum leap forward. Even at advanced blue belt I still have a few to internalise (lost gold in a tournament recently by not finishing the sweep/sweeping myself), but for beginners, this is pure gold. Unfortunately, whenever one of them asks me for help and I point out that they are making one of these conceptual mistakes, they go away unhappy that I didn't give them a specific technique/details.

[@willmurphy4847]

Grilled chicken for life baby

[@paolavallado5882]

As a white belt I would definitely appreciate what you're doing!! When I first began I was definitely looking more for techniques/submissions but now with a bit more experience I'm realizing it's much more valuable to know how to escape and just survive and not get submitted, at least for the level I'm currently at.

[@NFT2]

These beginner videos are the best

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Glad you enjoy them 🙂

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Great info my man! Thanks

[@xmoogoox]

Simple, clear, and helpful as always. Thank you!

[@KyleHM09]

This helped me. Thank you for the great video!

[@armytanker126]

thank you for taking the time to do this! Its very straight the point easy to understand.

[@DuckRiverHomestead]

Purple belt here. This was great. I caught myself reaching up from bottom the other day. What was I thinking?! I appreciate videos like this from black belts, because they see these things as basic things that every BJJ fighter should know not to do. They're obvious, or so they seem. I'm always questioning "am I making these common beginner mistakes?" Great breakdown, and there are a few in here that I should really focus on. I'll be referring back to this video. Also, LMNT is life. I use it daily, for preparing and recovering from a hot day working outside on the homestead, and the same for BJJ classes.

[@james.randorff]

Jordan actually did give us 20 tips (not counting “duping” us with his newsletter, which is chock full of excellent advice and insight). There were two tip number 5s.

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Crap lol. I had 2 proof readers plus me and we all didn't catch it lmao

[@danielviden4088]

Want to say a huge thanks for this video! Started rolling again after pausing jujutsu Kai for 8 years. I never really got good at ground. After this video I held my ground in every sparring tonight at training!!!

[@danielwashburn2887]

Great video. Fallen prey too these mistakes too often but am glad to start catching others.

[@QuadzillaHikes]

Really great video. Starting back in BJJ and finding so many times when I just don't know what I should be doing. This really helps give me a better concept of what I should be doing at all times.

[@shemmusic3279]

That’s some good advice, it’s nice to have principles to try and follow, I’ll implement these and focus on them for a while

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My man, yes! I love this! I have been training for so long it’s automatic. Now I can go over this friends and team members who need to watch this. Str8 Golden!

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Just signed up for the newsletter, thank you! And thanks for posting!

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this is an awesome video! i have my first white belt comp 4/8 your videos have helped me learn many techniques outside of class so thank you for being such a good teacher!

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Noted... You're teaching style is phenomenal. Appreciate you. I'm blessed to find your channel.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

I appreciate that so much. Thank you!

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amazing content. Thankyou for everything you're doing!

[@copynin_will]

There's a ton of good jiujitsu videos and creators but you absolutely are one of the best. Your detail and tips/tricks are amazing. Thank you so much. All these tips will help so much when drilling/rolling.

[@eliranassaraf7075]

Actually amazing I learned so much thanks to all the examples and amazing commentary thanks!

[@davidnguyen9114]

Thanks for this video. These are great reminders as a blue belt who still makes many beginner mistakes I need to be constantly reminded of these to clean up bad habits.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Exactly, it's often begins lacking awareness but everyone else just lacking discipline.

[@TheRedRice]

Thanks @JordanTeachesJiujitsu! I'm just starting my jiu jitsu journey at age 55. Your channel is one of my favorites.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Glad you enjoyed! Congrats on starting as well!

[@taipeibjj]

Great video. Nice simple concepts. This isnt only useful for beginners. Old heads need these reminders now and then. Especially when operating on autopilot

[@Haymaker-rd6zp]

Excellent, I love that you explained , switch to gi and no gi, and slow it down. Keep it up.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thanks!

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Jordan you are stepping up your game. Thanks for all you do. Love the "protect ya neck" like Wutang said.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thanks man! Made some big life changes to get healthier mentally and physically. Super motivated now to make the best content I ever have 🙂

[@rstonelee1311]

The thing that is so great about these videos you post and what distinguishes them from most other grappling videos on YT is the conceptual nature. Keep it up! Thanks, man.

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Thanks man 👊

[@jamesneddermeyer3984]

Thanks for the content Jordan and jus keep on it my friend! 🙏👊🤙🌎

[@harpssidhu625]

Love this video. You should do more of these. Maybe you should go in more depth with each of the 19 mistakes? I'd be thankful for that. Thanks, Jordan.

[@DrSteveInce]

Killing it with the last few vids...thanks Jordan

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Thanks man 🙏

[@Haza3137]

Man this is really good tips

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Amazing video! Thanks man 👊

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

I appreciate that. Thank you 👊

[@christisking1193]

Once again, SO MUCH INFO! Going to have to break this into sections and study over and over. Thank you for producing such great content. Keep up the good work! God Bless!

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I love this channel. Thanks Jordan!

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Thank you!

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I really enjoy your videos! Always looking forward to trying the things you teach, on the mat. Thank you! 👊🏻

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Thanks man! Glad you enjoy them 👊

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Grate content as usual !

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I train at Roger Gracie’s Academy in London. Your content overall has helped me understand the game so much more. Thanks for making these videos!

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That's awesome man! Hope to visit and train there one day 🙂

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Great stuff as always, soon as I finished watching I shared it into our members page so no one is missing out! Keep up the great content

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I appreciate that so much. Thank you!

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Thanks champ, handy as hell!

[@ZeoYT]

Thanks for the upload Jordan appreciate the videos they’ve been helping me improve.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Happy to hear they're helping 🙏👊

[@ElbowsTight]

Alright I do just about every one of these.... Another great video Jordan! Remember keep those elbows tight everyone!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Keep your elbows tight, and listen to Elbows Tight 🙌 Thanks man!

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@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu my professor likes to say keep your friends close and your elbows closer🤣

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[@PaulJohn283]

Great video, I’ve been training a long time and I can’t count the times I’ve repeated these to beginners. Earned my subscription.

[@cthom68528]

Nice breakdown! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

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[@daniellinzel1994]

I like your newsletter :) and these mistakes are really helpful! Thanks!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Happy to help 🙂

[@alexanderhernandez5141]

great video, keep the conceptual stuff coming!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Will do 👊

[@JP-oq7zr]

Adding this video to my Jiu-jitsu analysis to recognize which mistakes i am making and what i can do stop making those mistakes in the future. Such a great video and I recommend every gym to give this video to their new students 😂

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Great work, thank you

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You're welcome, thanks! 👊

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Amazing thanks! Didn't even know you have a newsletter! I signed up

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Awesome! Hope you enjoy it 🙂

[@sumiowrestler]

Best beginner tutorial I've found so far... I'm sure the 20th rule will pay dividends! Thanks Jordan! 🔥🔥🔥

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Great Vid Jordan 🤙

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Thanks!

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Great video! Thank you for the information

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Wow a lot of valuable info put in there, thank you! Great work!

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Glad you think so 👊

[@MrStrongBro]

Great words of wisdom my friend! Awesome video!

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[@Chemivarian]

This is really useful! Thanks! I have to say I still don’t quite understand the grips past the centerline. But I am having trouble in general with grips.

[@ali87485able]

Your the best brother. Thank you!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thanks man! I appreciate it 👊

[@Community_Guideline_Violator]

Thanks, coach!

[@prosaicliving]

Thank you! As a white belt, I definitely committed some of these sins lol. But after I became more aware, I was able to exploit these errors when rolling with other white belts.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Well done man! Great way to improve both defensively and offensively 🙏

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Awesome content! Really like this format of video Actionable and simple to follow

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Love LMNT before, during and after rolls! Great breakdown of beginner concepts and a fantastic refresher for us may veterans ~ 7 year blue belt

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Ya man, they're great! And happy that you've found the video helpful 🙂

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Great video, thanks!

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Dig the vid man; and i dont even train but videos like this one are inching me closer. Thank you.

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Thanks man! Give it a shot. You'll probably get hooked on it 🙂

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What an excellent video Thanks a lot

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Another freaking top tier video. Thanks brother 💪🏽

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Thank you, Liam 👊

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Great video! Sparked some ideas to assist some training partners, thanks!

[@MATU103020]

Amazing as always Jordan! One thing I would suggest for this kind of video is adding a short intro before jumping into the content. Hope you like my suggest!

[@Watsondrolone]

“I wanted a cool x guard sweep, but he just fell over, thanks Alex” 🤣🤣🤣

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Gran video. Muchas gracias

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Amazing content as usual! Makes me wanna move to Canada 😊

[@Ash__Adler]

Hey Jordan, I just started training BJJ in February, and I have to say your videos have been an amazing resource. Really appreciate the plethora of high-quality, clear, practical advise you put out. You're like the Gabriel Varga of BJJ KZbin 🙂 Shame that your place is too far out from Toronto for it to be practical as my main training gym, but it'd be awesome to visit it some time 🙂

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Haha thanks for that comparison man! Gabriel is a beast. You're welcome to come train anytime 👊

[@SJFT90]

Very helpful thank you

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Happy to help 👊

[@JakeNukem3D]

This is great stuff! Every time a new guy asks me what to focus on, i've told them "frames, base, hooks and head control". Now i just send them this video instead 🤣 i'm pretty new my self too so this video was super helpful. Just got my blue belt.

[@deifor]

Good stuff, thanks. Only after a bit over a year of practicing do I understand these mistakes and how I keep making them, so subscribed. Also, I can watch these even in bed as my wife says you have a relaxing voice lol.

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amazing video, thank you

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Love this channel!

[@DB98000]

Amazing. I'm so guilty of sweeping myself up until fairly recently (I'm a blue belt) because I'm more comfortable playing guard than being on top. I'm trying to work on it!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Now that you have the awareness, it's just the discipline you need to work on 🙂

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Thank you. Just started my BJJ journey. Your Channel is awesome! Thanks for sharing your knowledge & I wish you nothing but success

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I appreciate that! :)

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[@xanedire]

Low key hilarious. 9:38 “If you can stand up without your feet on the mat, let me know because that would be cool to witness.” 😂

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i can stand without feet on the mat... just stand on top of the opponent :)

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@@rollinOnCode touche haha

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This is invaluable wow, thank you so much for this video!!

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Nice use of your analysis skills!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Thanks! 🙂

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Another great video, thank you Jordan! You might not be making real money with youtube just yet, but your content, passion and dedication are having a deep impact on us!

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

I appreciate that man, my pleasure! The money will come, purpose comes first 🙂

[@andycampbell85]

Great video. Good reminders not only for beginners.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Exactly after I uploaded I realized I could just made it mistakes in general haha

[@rs.wright]

Good stuff. At a higher level, I find focusing on only a few techniques to be a lot more effective than trying to learn everything I can. Build a ground game from various positions and drill those techniques constantly. So many new guys I talk to want to go straight to learning cool inversions and submissions, but I think many miss the point that you don't want to have to *think* about doing these moves, they need to come naturally in the situation. This is where I find the repetitive drilling/live drilling ups the game immensely. In my year of rolling, I see my core techniques gradually getting better and better and once I'm happy with them I'll move onto others.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

Glad you've found it helpful man. And well put. It takes time and dedication, focus too, on the right things.

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Great stuff!

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Thank you!

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It was much easier for me to follow along with what you're saying in this video. I appreciate what you're doing for the BJJ community. Been listening to your podcast while I work lately.

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I often find myself watching his videos at 0.75x 😂😂

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@@yesimcoolbro452 that's a good idea lol!

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Haha come back soon!

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I subbed to the newsletter because of your twentieth point

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21 - not cleaning your gear 😢

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Love the picture with the t-Rex arms 😁 And the turtle reference 🤣

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😅 Thanks!

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I too like turtles! I also highly recommend the newsletter to anyone seeing this that doesn’t read it. 10/10 Jiujitsu Theory changes how you see the game.

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Means alot to me that the newsletters are appreciated and useful 🙏

[@johnbryan1049]

You’ve described my entire game plan for each roll lol

[@tonybauckham]

At 59 I am finding bjj really hard. I like your videos Jordan. I make all of these mistakes. You make it sound like it’s easy just to not make these mistakes. Bjj is so complex.

[@tonybauckham]

I been doing this for 1 year with a few gaps where I quit because it’s so hard. I got 1 stripe on my white belt it’s taken me all this time.

[@JordanTeachesJiujitsu]

It's definitely not easy haha! Took me a long time to be disciplined not to make these mistakes myself and I still make them from time to time. Congrats on your stripe!

[@tonybauckham]

@@JordanTeachesJiujitsu thank you. You videos are great mate. I have a rolling video for where I am at in my journey. Is there anyway I can send to you to see what you think. Chewy has given me a reaction on it.