The Gritty Black Belt Exam of Chris Mikuta

[@charlesclark7293]

One word - Heart. Chris is a warrior and we have a lonnngg history together. I'm so proud of this dude. What a journey! I brought Chris from white to black in Judo and Shingitai and we were always big fans of Roy Dean. In fact, we emulated many of his techniques from KZbin into our curriculum as it evolved. Now to see Chris earn his Black Belt in BJJ under Roy...it's just incredible. Cheers to you brother!

[@mikutajj]

❤️

[@FR-ty5vn]

Beautiful 😍

[@DrewD748]

Beautiful, true warriors. I am currently working on my blue belt in BJJ, I have my Black Belt in MCMAP, and we had to do a similar test to this where we roll with everyone in our class for 1 minute and then at 50 secs the next guy jumps it, so you are fighting two for 10 secs. I had 20 people in my class it was a butt kicker. So I can just imagine having to go through this test. Very tough and you know you are putting out awesome black belts.

[@artvandelay2591]

That older black belt is a beast.

[@brojitsu]

I love the way Roy runs his academics. The curriculum, the testing, the tradition. Super awesome.

[@hankowitz]

Roy is a legend, and these crucible videos are some of the best out there. They are inspiring to say the least. And damn I shouldn’t have skipped class tonight 😬

[@joshuaperez1818]

They are the best out there

[@eatmyshorts110]

DROP DOWN AND GIVE ME 50 SOLDIER!!!!!

[@bjjlunatics]

I was waiting for and almost cheering for this guy to become a black belt. I have watched him in your videos for so long. So happy and proud for him. God bless him and Roydean. ❤️🙏🏻

[@swollacademy3103]

came here to say the same thing

[@gordonwong2798]

I noticed him way back as well as the dude that everyone is reluctant to stand with...sick Judo although he didnt have opportunity to display much in this video

[@vitorsilvaus]

His purple belt fase was outstanding! Scaring every single opponent on rolls 😂

[@nilehawkins7878]

All facts. From purple to now black. Blessings Chris. Oss

[@bjjlunatics]

@@vitorsilvaus yeah man. The way he fought Peter hulce was crazy good.

[@dawizze1]

fuckin hell. The triangle Roy put on in the first round was literally so smooth.

[@FR-ty5vn]

55 year old purple belt here - you just inspired me big time - Congratulations & well deserved…!!!!

[@scottblum468]

When i saw the facebook post that chris earned his blackbelt, i thought, cant wait to see the demo, i bet its intense. Well….that did NOT disappoint. What a warrior.

[@sherdaaputt]

When he said “nothing in Bjj can be taken for granted” that hit home. I was going for my brown belt next month and broke 2 ribs last week, now I really miss rolling 100% and being healthy. Watching this video gave me so much inspiration 🙏

[@sherdaaputt]

Thanks a lot for the likes guys 🙏🏽 Update - been a brown belt for a year now, going for my black belt in a few months !

[@aroopsingh8650]

Since my 30th Birthday end of August this year life has taken a huge huge downward spiral in darkness and I found myself really depressed. My girlfriend at the time split with me so I lost the house the dog and the car.. But I have always had a fire in my belly for Brazilian jiu-jitsu. All I can say is thanks for healing me mentally and physically and im slowly coming in to the light at the end of the tunnel of depression. I started BJJ 1 month ago and last week I received my 1st stripe on my white belt. It might not seem as much but as a 30 year old man it really gave me a fire to work harder and harder and master this art that I've formed such an addiction to I am no longer dwelling on the past as I've been married to BJJ for one whole month. Thank you Roy for your amazing videos. Your tips help me in my training massively. Your a big inspiration. Thanks brother Mr Singh Nottingham UK

[@김천재-c9j]

Keep goin brother! same here

[@arnonabuurs7297]

I started at 43 bro, 51 now and getting my black belt in next year. Keep going and keep enjoying the process, goodluck in your journey!

[@Jamoni1]

LOL at getting the giant white belt to do the headlocks. This is a really inspirational video. Amazing skills, very fluid, a bunch of stuff I've never seen, but he makes it look easy. Congratulations on your hard work.

[@VinnyDoesLife]

That was the easy part.

[@iriartef1]

I sweat, suffer and get emotion with your graduation. I hope someday to be in the same position. Congrats from Chile

[@jakubnagy6293]

I Rember, when I came back from my first BJJ training, and searched a bjj techniques videos.. and I saw a video of Chriss making his brown belt.. the moves, combos, throws.. everytime I was down in my training, I just looked at this video.. it really inspires me to continue my Jorney of BJJ.. So Huge Congratz to you Chriss! You are legend, and you are giving me power and inspiration all the way to the Czech republic..

[@carlslaughter2653]

I shed tears almost every time I watch one of these videos… this guy man… what a fighter !!! The heart he showed in this video is the epitome of what bjj is about… Respect brother…Respect!!!!

[@hiswind671]

This is what a promotion should be like. Respect and honor..Oss!

[@fabioaa2025]

what a beautiful moment. I relate to Chris. God bless you immensely.

[@forfiaprf]

I’m a brown belt myself. And his skills are amazing. Humbling. This video was extremely inspirational.

[@bryanpalomo7977]

my eyes were watering as the clip was ending, inspiring. Congrats, cool content!

[@rossp3313]

Kudos to Professor Ellis for the outstanding level of video production. It has a cinematagraphic feel and the music is perfectly matched like a fine wine for a fine meal.

[@noahcoleman9617]

I'm a week old white belt and I loved watching Chris earn his brown belt just the other day. Thanks for the motivation, I can't wait train again tomorrow morning!

[@hejhejdahejhejda3049]

I see this comment is two years old, want to tell us how your bjj journey whent/going 😃

[@hejhejdahejhejda3049]

Y

[@shadowswarm1234]

These videos have been a constant reminder about how beautiful this sport is. They always drive me back when I stray. CONGRATS to you Chris (Professor) an extremely humble and well deserved accomplishment. You motivate me!

[@andrecheongavocadojudo2114]

I remember watching Chris' brown belt test on Roy's channel and that was 3 years ago. Congratulations Chris!

[@joootooobboosheet2486]

I've been watching your videos for a long time now. So glad this guy finally made it to this level. He's a killer!

[@kenaikyoshi416]

Beautiful! Congratulations from Tokyo!

[@rebelfett4989]

I've had the honor of calling Chris a friend and inspiration for 13yrs. He's one of the hardest working people I know and is a true student of the grappling arts. I'm so proud to see this as I was there the day he received his judo black belt. Congrats Mr Chris Josh "master of the urinage"

[@diondrejones9452]

Chris has been one of my favorite ppl to watch. Aside from the fact he always wears dope gi’s and looks so cool in them, I just always liked watching how well executed his judo and bjj is. Amazing to see this. Very well deserved, Chris! Love Roy’s video’s. He and Rick have a filmmakers approach. His selection of score is always on point. Many don’t realize this, but it’s the reason why we FEEL his videos so much. The scoring compliments/intensifies the visual journey in the videos. Superb.

[@mikutajj]

💯 Agree Diondre. I’ve told both men that they are just wizards at film making. They’ve helped inspire me when it comes to making test vids at my club. Still working on getting better at it. Btw, thanks for the kind words 👊

[@papachan23]

@@mikutajj youre such a beast Chris, would love to train with you one day

[@daviddickson679]

I remember watching his crucible for brown belt, and now to see him get his black belt is awesome. You could definitely see the fighting spirit coming through by the end of it because it was pure grit keeping him going. Then I literally started tearing up when they transitioned the belt and he paused holding it for a few moments letting it sink in that they day had finally arrived. Congratulations Chris! Roy always a pleasure watching any of your content and Rick it was awesome seeing you there too!

[@Rip_Ripple]

I started watching Roy Dean videos in 2013. Been watching them ever since. I watched Chris's brown belt crucible 3 years ago. Been a fan of his ever since. Seeing his black belt crucible was even more inspirational. Can't wait until I can get back on the mat tomorrow.

[@m.douglas5406]

Two year blue belt here. 39yrs old. Multiple injuries already. Recently recovered from finger surgery after breaking it during a sparing match. Training again now. The perseverance is real. The love is real. The last five-six minutes of this video brought me to tears. Jujitsu is like life. Life is very hard with struggles. Fortitude and perseverance are what we are after. Praise God for it all. Praise God for this Art.

[@romes3217]

Still training ?

[@andredataviz]

its amazing.. congrats Chris's Crucible

[@jazkravitzfuk19799]

No way!!!!! I have been waiting for this one!!! I have been watching Chris in Roy Dean's videos for a long time and Chris's jiu jitsu is amazing!! I was wondering and actually really hoping that Mr. Dean would put Chris's black belt test on here. Congratulations Chris!!!!

[@AnGhaeilge]

I've watched his previous gradings over the years - he's the embodiment of a black belt. Great judo and great jiu-jitsu. A solid all-rounder, of which there are very few anymore. Congrats Chris.

[@likeminas]

Love these crucible videos. What an experience for the people part taking! Thanks for sharing.

[@JR-tt9pg]

What a speech! Massive congrats, Chris.

[@richardbulanda8937]

Comments from your past my brother from another! Your commitment and drive are beyond any expectation anyone could have ever expected to the art. From your days of riding your bike to Crestwood Karate and practicing your craft on all your buddies in the yard. From what I remember was you have always wanted to do, be and then take it to the next level. It has been years since we have talked. However, I have followed your journey through your brother’s glowing praise. You are an inspiration to many, but always remember you owe me that snowball fight. Stay true to you, and never forget VINGO VONGO! Again much love.

[@michaeltucker8288]

Incredible! Congrats Coach

[@SauceMario]

Man, those side mount and headlock escapes had me impressed. I find it easier to get out of mount than side on most lower belts and he made it look the opposite.

[@LosiFreak123]

Wow. Chris is such an amazing guy. I was a Judo student of Couch Chuck and Chris until i had to move. Amazing! Congratulations Chris!

[@Tearfree709]

this is so cool, been wathcing this particular guy, chris, since he was a blue belt. Nice to see him make it to black!!! Congrats Chris!!!

[@7figurenetworkpodcast936]

I remember the day I got my Blackbelt in 2016... one of the greatest days of my life, truly a defining experience. Welcome to the club Chris... it's only just begun! Thank you Roy these video was fantastic!

[@EliteForceLHP]

Well said, sir. I got my Black Belt in September 2021. Welcome to the club. The best is yet to come!

[@RoryTobias_]

Man, Chris is so smooth and his placements and setups are awesome! he had me clapping along with the class

[@carlslaughter2653]

I get so motivated and choked up every time I watch these Roy dean black belt promotions😢

[@pasteghost428]

There's no substitute for walking through the fire. It's reminds me of the last event in bootcamp. All day and all night of grueling hardship ending in a ceremony where I received my new cover that said I am no longer a recruit but a serviceman. Roy Dean is running a proper dojo and he keeps the martial in martial arts. I salute you, Chris, Rick and all of your black belts.

[@keesdenhartog420]

what a guy, never gave up. true inspiration. love these crucible video's

[@gaztantxo]

Amazing, congrats to the new black Belt and congrats to Sensei Dean too. You are a real máster! ✋👊🙏

[@brandont7262]

I love your crucible videos, they are truly inspiring and works of art. Thank you Roy Dean I hope one day I might be able to roll with you.

[@timothyhosch6390]

Chris, it’s absolutely inspiring to watch someone ascend and peak so many physical and psychological mountains placed before a man, then master the crucible, no matter how many years one takes to achieve SUCH a demanding journey. Peace, vitality and respect to you!!

[@gkewish]

What an outstanding effort Chris, well done and massive congratulations 👏👏👏

[@noflippingexcusesrei]

Amazing dedication showed here! Congratulations 🎊

[@BlackWidowRazors]

I honestly cried watching this... Its never an easy road to becoming a black belt. I am far from it. However, when I received my first I stripe cried. In my eyes it was hard work, I felt it worthy of the journey. Thank you so much for always sharing your videos. You're touching so many hearts. God bless you all. Never quit, never stop, the journey is worth it.

[@kayathepiratebaykid]

If there was like an imdb for bjj videos, Roy Deans would be like most cinematic and most dramatic. It is that well done.

[@yassinthamorthlahrar4994]

Congratulations to you the best atlet in this great academy😊😊😊😊 . Oss from Algeria 🇩🇿.

[@ИванГаврилов-и5г]

congratulations from the bottom of my heart! I saw how you got a brown belt, and now it's black!

What an inspiration and a true final battle to reach the Black Belt.

[@vremyadesyat]

recently watched his brown belt crucible, and now he is a black belt!! very emotional, good motivation!

[@Kev80ification]

This guy is awesome. Congratulations brother 🙏

[@porkysugrim]

Just love these videos. Huge congrats to the new black belt! 🥋

[@tobygoodman9134]

Damn dude, those rolls at the end with Roy looked so brutal. This video was inspirational. I will get there one day. Powerful stuff.

[@juancamaney1643]

Damn bro I remember when he got his brown belt and now a freaking Black Belt in bjj. Haven’t met the man but I’m proud of him as well. Congratulations sir ! 🥋

[@Dave-mv1yk]

bloody hell that looks exhausting. I'd probably tire out after about 10 minutes. Congrats Chris.

[@김천재-c9j]

In the end i almost cried because I can imagine how hard he trained n how hard he lived his life. Thanks for a video!❤

[@ChokeArtist411]

It's wild that we've gotten to watch this guy grow into a black belt over the years.

[@yartysparty]

Been following Chris' journey via Roy's channel. Inpsiration. Congrats on the well-deserved black belt!

[@firpofutbol]

That must be incredibly exhausting. Congrats to Chris. 👏👏

[@hugovianasantosdasilvalata3877]

We have search the dreans. Very good. Congratulations to your black belt. 👏👏👏🥋

[@hugovianasantosdasilvalata3877]

Very good. Congratulations. You're Black belt now. Discover who you are. 👏👏👏👏👏

[@darkomajeric71]

Very well deserved. Congratulations Chris Mikuta ! Recommending his brown belt demonstration to watch, beautiful Display of Jiu Jitsu. OSS

[@levivanstappen6973]

Much congrats Chris, that was a fantastic test!!

[@jeffhogan3433]

Damn...I was yelling at Chris to keep going. What an inspirational video. Never met any of these people before and it was hard not to tear up at the black belt presentation. Much love.

[@shrimuyopa8117]

I enjoy watching the positional sparring part of the exam.

[@ThievesInTheTreasureRoom]

I have so much f'king respect for the guys that put themselves through this.

[@alexbambam1]

I just turned 50 and was awarded my black belt recently. Great viddeo

[@WaiLongSui]

Blessings on your journey Chris ...and Roy Dean sir you've improved my skill by me watching, learning,and training because of your videos ...thank you

[@straightcashhomey1261]

Never met this guy but I teared up. Congrats

[@miguelpagan8436]

That was amazing, how is it that I’m crying 😢. Congratulations 🍾 , OSSSS.

[@JuicyJavaJ]

Congratulations Chris! That was one epic crucible!

[@fat2fitdad758]

Another awesome inspiring video!! I caught myself clapping at the end 🥴👏🏽👏🏽. Congrats sir!!!

[@lucianowebdev8686]

Same Here!

[@IceRocks69]

here here...

[@gagarinbjj]

I dont know why, but this was very emotional! Congrats on the black belt! And another amazing video from Roy and Rick!

[@ikkihayashi]

Congrats!! I have been inspired by the videos when he got a brown belt and I am so happy for him.

[@tees4382]

They all went so hard for this exam. Amazing to watch.

[@jdmj0]

As a new brown belt myself, as impressive as Chris' execution in drill-technique is, what REALLY stood out above all else were the later rolls with Roy. While absolutely exhausted, and with his team behind him, it was emotional to see him push beyond his limit. Truly a warrior's mind. Congratulations Chris!

[@jwhite3389]

Videos like this inspire me to keep going in my training. Very cool.

[@DB-xz1sb]

I love these videos. They always get me so motivated to keep on going. It's not like I am not motivated or anything like that, but these videos are just a huge boost of " I cannot wait to get back into the gym" sort of feeling. I love this sport!!

[@davidlazarus4198]

Wow - i found myself willing this man on. Truly inspiring.

[@benbush7838]

Inspiring video. Just wiping away a small tear on my cheek at the end there. Magnificent ❤️🙏

[@brunomoreirapilarski8061]

Congratulations, man. Your peers seem to be amazing. This has been (and will continue to be) an amazing journey. I'm a white belt right now and Loving this path. Congrats again. xD

[@ZADrien95]

Amazing 👏👏 I follow Chris since long time Congratulations sir 🤙🤙

[@jeffkrysan8940]

Super impressive guys. Looks like great school!!!!! Super congrats to the gentleman testing. Respect!!!!!

[@emanl84]

I really like the high celebration from Roy Dean Crucibles

[@PatrioticTexan1776]

Chris has really great technique! Rick is a beast as well! I'm 39 and I've been doing jits for a month. This is so inspiring😊

[@patrick_gerard_zec_de_almeida]

+ + + + + + + + + + The masterless samurai lives to roll another day! Keep ronin'

[@Jake-kr8sc]

Swore I thought we were going to see a slam in Round 4. Incredible

[@robbysaw]

Oooo a uplaodd a array of knowledge at our disposal

[@vpwi4qnrb4g8]

the most moving video iv ever seen in this chanel

[@jvalenciado]

i wish i could move like that when reach my 50's. Congratulations!

[@jaredffemtp]

Someone must have been chopping onions around me while I watched this….congratulations!

[@Thesierrasnurfer]

As a 51 year old white belt on the verge of blue this is deeply inspiring! Thank you!

[@maryq22]

WOW! So proud of you Chris!

[@DrewD748]

Beautiful, true warriors. I am currently working on my blue belt in BJJ, I have my Black Belt in MCMAP, and we had to do a similar test to this where we roll with everyone in our class for 1 minute and then at 50 secs the next guy jumps it, so you are fighting two for 10 secs. I had 20 people in my class, it was a butt kicker. So I can just imagine having to go through this test. Very tough and you know you are putting out awesome black belts.

[@Brother_Jack]

These videos are spectacular. Thank you.

[@moxsim123]

this is a much different belt test than I have seen in the past. Very cool though!! Congratulations!