"Where Have You Been?"

We have had a lot of people asking what's happing with the channel.
Long Story short. Life. It's not all on Tom thats for sure, I haven't been able to film as much as we would of liked. The boring stuff aside, we have a plan to get back to regular uploads as Jiu jitsu and filming is something we both live for. Stay tuned, keep watching, keep rolling!
Garry
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‘All of it. Everything you show in your awesome videos are now my ‘go to techniques’. Thanks for your vids Prof, Tom’ - Houston, TX

[@garrybutterfieldfilms4501]

We really appreciate all the kind words from every single one of you, Tom and I can't believe how many positive messages came through. Within a couple hours of the video going live we had OVER 50 POSITIVE MESSAGES! Think about that, I live on YT and every single comments section on every single channel is a toxic waste land...not here ! As it stands we have 81 comments all wishing Tom the best and can't wait for us to start uploading regular again. THANKS. We see you, we love you. Tom and I are f**king pumped for 2023. LETS GO!! -Garry-

[@Airborne19D20B42BP]

I think that's a testament to who Tom is and his channel. I have never met Tom let alone trained with him but he's had a huge positive impact on my BJJ journey. I think it stems from his attitude and his approach to training that ultimately we are all in this together by nature of stepping onto the mat. You can rise by stepping on top of others, or you can rise by pulling others to where you are and by being humble and positive to your training partners regardless of where either of you are at on your journey. I have come to love the idea that every time we slap hands or bump fists it's our opportunity to leave an offering on the mat...What kind of offering are you going to leave? I know that besides learning techniques from Tom, he has also shaped my outlook on how I train and who I want to be as a training partner to others. Respect and gratitude to you Tom and your team.

[@mattyjungblut9842]

LETS GO BRANDEN..!!!!! 😆😆

[@TheGrapplingAcademy]

Thank you everyone for your wonderful stream of positivity and encouragement. Garry and I are excited for 2023 and I wish you all the best on and off the mats and thank you all for the support not just now but over the last 6 years! 🙏🥋🥰

[@CarMad97ci]

Fuck yes! Much love ❤❤❤❤❤

[@JamieShogun1973]

Thank you guys for all your help . You’ve got all our support and confidence that you will recover stronger!

[@StormBred]

Hope to hear from the channel soon. Even if it doesn't, you've provided me and thousands of others with more than anyone could ask for to help progress our BJJ journey.

[@jamienorton786]

Just saw this now mate. You are legend, I hope you are healing well and life is treating you kindly now. That's a tonne to go through. Thanks for all the amazing teaching you very generously shared here. Godspeed, Tom

[@ChichKrav]

I literally wondered about this Chanel yesterday and this one year old video pops up. Apart from that freaky occurrence, I hope you come back bigger and better. Your videos are always entertaining and extremely informative!

[@jamesmejia2955]

I hope you continue to recover swiftly coach Tom! Focus on the mend, we will be here waiting for your new content when your fully back. Rest, recover and know we are here for you

[@jeffreagan2001]

Anyone who receives a black belt from the Machado brothers is a special person. The years of dedication to achieve what you have done in jiu jitsu is inspiring. I hope that all goes well in your road to recovery. Your videos are a great help to us all who have been attempting to learn jiu jitsu.

[@garethjolnir4656]

Jaw dropped seeing you in the sling. Started rolling 3 years ago and your channel had been my go-to. All the best prof, get well soon, take care of yourself (mentally also), and hope to see you on the mat again soon. Much love

[@paulwoolley2262]

I used to get regular feeds and wanted to check one of your old instructionals and came across this one. Yours are among the best. I hope you are recovering well. I'm 75 and started bjj a couple of years ago. The things I've learned as I have got older is that recovery takes time, so slow is fast and that the mental effort to exercise is what gets harder as you get older. Thanks for the inspirational video. Love your enthusiasm.

[@patrickmcinerney9491]

Hey! Some random guy in Oklahoma has benefited from your instruction. However seemingly small, you've made a real impact in my life. Thank you for that! Here's to your recovery!

[@Jitsover50]

Hey I forgot about your channel since it hasn't been getting recommended to me for a while. I miss your content and wish you a speedy recovery sir!

[@reginaldanglin4264]

Alhamdulillah Brother you're getting well. Asalammualaikum. Wish u well professor. Just take it easy, jiu-jitsu not going anywhere Inshallah. So heal yourself mate. Much love from Chicago Brother.

[@michaelcabz]

Coach Tom it’s been a year. How are you? Any improvement? I wish you the very best.

[@BretSiakel]

Glad to see you. It’s not just the old subs. I started just this year. While you were out you were still helping. Thank you for that. On recovery, It’s a journey. The hardest part are those first steps. I’m proud of you for picking up those pinkies! In the same way you’d be proud of me nailing an escape you demonstrated. Thank you and welcome back. Can’t wait to see what you bring with Tom 2.0!

[@germanshep2008]

Man that sucks to hear Tom you where always my go to when I was training, some of the best bjj videos on you tube

[@davidhunter1960]

I still think about him and wish him well

[@pmaracucho]

Hello Tom & Garry, my Jiu-jitsu journey started a little over 5 months ago. I have been watching your videos and applied so much of what you teach with success and I had no idea this had happened to you. I still have 90% of your channel to catch up to (right now I’m only looping the beginner videos) and even though you’re down (not out) you still teach me moves every day. So take your time, heal right, we will be here waiting for you when the time is right to come back. Thank you for everything you have done and will do in the future for the sport. Blessings on blessings, Paul.

[@TJ-mc6er]

Your determination is inspiring. I look forward to seeing your journey back to the mat. I’m pulling for you. Thanks for all you do for the BJJ community.

[@beaubremner9758]

Hey Professor.. just stopped by to see how the rehab is coming along. Would love to see regular videos again and see you back on the mat!

[@sterlzd.657]

Aloha Professor Tom. Started training almost two years ago and your instruction and just general mindset and attitude has helped me so much in my training and in life. I’m 27 and suffered a massive heart attack this past year from an artery dissection (didn’t know if I was gonna make it out) but your videos got me through my hospital stay and recovery. I hope your recovery goes wonderful and I know you’ll come back stronger than ever. I hope one day I can fly down and share the mats with you. Much Aloha from Hawai’i.

[@lp115]

Get Better Tom, we appreciate all the knowledge you share with us. God Bless.

[@Mephistoau]

Good to see you back mate. Sorry to hear that you've been having such a rough time, but it's awesome to see that you've still got that positive attitude. Keen to see the new layout, I appreciate that you've still got the urge to pick up the journey and get back into everything. Stay well man (and Gary!)

[@garrybutterfieldfilms4501]

Cheers brother

[@Jsola0040]

Hope your recovery is going well! Besides providing a wealth of bjj knowledge, you radiate positivity and great outlook on life, wishing you the best always!

[@kendallhall1582]

Sorry to hear about the bad stuff. But its good to see you again. Im grateful for all the content you've put out, its helped me learn alot. I wish you a swift recovery.

[@thebusinessfinder2543]

I’m miss this dude. Hope he’s ok!!

[@dersatansschuh4426]

I wish you the very best, both for your physical and mental health. Greetings from the other side of the world my friend.

[@Loveyourneighbor770]

Dang, sorry to hear. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@secularpilgrim1372]

Just saw this after working my way through your back catalogue. Speedy recovery brother! Also, I'd like to add. You don't owe us or anyone anything! Please do whatever you need to do to function again and put yourself first. 🙏

[@ryanede3447]

Get well soon! We all take health for granted. It really hit home when you said before you accident you were out of balance. Get back in good health and get in that balance you talked about, step by step day by day!!!! Look forward to seeing you roll on soon! OSS!

[@straighttrippin]

Coach Tom I've been watching for five years and have always appreciated your lessons. I am legally blind and have to wear boxing headgear and safety glasses to protect my eyes but I feel so blessed that I still have the opportunity to train. I totally understand the feeling of having it taken away from you, but there is always a way back. I look forward to seeing you on the mats once again and learning more of what you have to share. We appreciate you!

[@Airborne19D20B42BP]

Man so bummed to hear this.... Stay positive Tom... Had to learn this lesson myself this summer with an injury....you can quit or you can adapt and keep moving forward on the journey. Ossss

[@theegupper]

Thats going to be quite a recovery story when your done with rehab, people like yourself that hit speed bumps and kept cruising are what makes the world a better place. Until your back dig into those ballistics and know that you have positively impacted people all over the world. Thanks from one of those people!

[@AllKindzzzz]

Even though you're not able to roll, your older videos are a constant reference for me every day. Keep on keeping on prof Tom, see you back on the mats soon!

[@wdanda]

Great to see you again, such a touching video! Wish you a speedy recovery and all the best 🙏

[@paulcamus8944]

Quick recovery in every sense, Tom! Good seeing ya back!

[@esoteric3655]

Get well soon! Will still be here when you get back!

[@shanepayne8990]

I like your intensity and positivity. Rooting for your big time recovery!

[@michaelmedina6864]

Wishing you a speedy recovery 🙏. Love your content.

[@edbroggi]

Hope you get better soon prof. Tom miss your videos.

[@tbonepenuelas2510]

Hope for a speedy recovery!!!

[@joevalentine853]

I hope you a full recovery. Love the vids. Trying out the techniques I learn on your channel are always fun!

[@Happy_trails_and_tails]

Hope you're doing better..... any chance we can get an update? We miss your instruction sir.

[@dynojones]

So sorry to hear about your accident, your mindset and approach is really motivating and inspirational. Thank you for all your amazing content and positive energy!

[@briankayaker1]

I’m more excited for what this channel with bring than ever before! You seem like an amazing person with so much new wisdom to share! Cant wait!

[@jeremyyap1714]

Lots of love to you from Malaysia, Tom. Thank you for sharing so candidly and vulnerably with us, I'm so glad to see you back again. Your videos have helped this white belt a lot in the past 2 years and I'll continue to watch like and recommend your channel to everyone I know. Take care!

[@akvideos0909]

Wow. Glad to hear you are on the mend. Thanks for all the amazing content.

[@Sophathsem]

All the best in your recovery! I've only been watching your video's for wee bit... They sure are helpful and help me reinforce what i have learned in my academy. Looking forward to your new uploads.

[@ggtt2547]

Glad to see news from you. Wish you get better very soon! Love you!!!

[@Draw1sts]

Wishing you all the best, Coach and a speedy recovery!

[@patricklambdin5100]

Sending as much support as possible from across the Pacific Ocean! Hope you both recover soon and take it easy until then. Your videos have changed my jiu jitsu and that in itself has helped change my life for the better! Keep doing the good work, but primarily take care of yourself too. 🤙

[@davidniznik7226]

Welcome back coach! I've missed your videos! God speed on your recovery!!

[@aaronsmith230]

Take your time and recover buddy! You’ve provided us with a lifetime of lessons, techniques and wisdom. This channel made my entrance to jiu-jitsu much smoother and alleviated some of the anxiety with joining my gym. You’re a beast and we’ll all be here for you!

[@adamkennedy3800]

Glad to see you are on the mend! Get well soon. Thanks so much for the content! ♥️

[@rosslavery3546]

Speedy recovery! I've experienced a lot of the things that you discussed in this video and I know the mental toll it can take. All the best from Scotland

[@Atmoney83]

Good luck with the recovery professor Tom and thanks for the content!

[@seacebedo]

You have inspired my jiu-jitsu since i started 3.5 years ago. Your infectious smile, even when talking about all the trials you've survived this year, is one of your best qualities and what keeps me coming for more. God bless you, professor! Keep on recovering. We'll be here when you get back.

[@BJones24]

Thanks for sharing the update and very best of luck in your recovery Tom. I’m sure I speak for many people in expressing deep gratitude for your wisdom, clarity, and positive spirit. I’ve learned so much from watching your videos and you’ve tremendously elevated my game. OOS 💪🏼👊🏼🙏🏽

[@zhuzhitsu]

Good to see you back. Wishing you a full recovery, the very best of health and looking forward to seeing more of your videos in 2023!

[@XBlades909]

Sorry to hear that coach! Been watching your vids off and on for a couple of years, always loved the explanation, very detailed on specific positions. It has helped me review my flaws in the game, and refine it. 2023 will be your year and many more years to come. wish you speedy recovery to good health and good fortune. Juijiteiro from California!

[@jimmyteter]

Stay strong and things are only going to get better from here. Appreciate your channel. To a fast recovery!

[@davidagar2177]

Sorry to hear this! Hope the future runs as smoothly as can be for you, family and friends. Appreciate the videos and what you do

[@Kwm-ur8qh]

Get well soon man, your videos were a huge help with my progress in bjj. All the best in your recovery ❤️

[@ZeoYT]

Wishing for a great recovery thanks for all the amazing videos

[@PjackM92]

Spirit unbroken! Much** love and respect. Wishing you a max recovery

[@christophertana4337]

Wishing you continued strength and recovery. Love your channel. You’ve helped me immensely on my own jiu jitsu journey. Thank you.

[@beaubremner9758]

You’re an inspiration Tom.. so good to see you back and the whole community looks forward to seeing you rebuild and get back yo your best. As someone whos had a shit 2 years (ive had 2 heart attacks at 35 years old) im a huge advocate for men speaking openly about the tough times and raw videos like this are amazing to see. Much love to you, your kids and gary behind the camera! Get well soon buddy

[@jfon1269]

Godspeed Professor Tom. Your optimism and perseverance will be the fire to propel you to your goals. The best for you and your family. Sending out our most positive vibes from Miami, Florida.

[@michaelpadilla141]

Hope you're doing well, Coach Tom. Love your videos, attitude, and the passion for jiu jitsu that's inspired me as I start on my own journey. I also purchased your White Belt course which has really helped me. Take good care and hope to see you back soon :) Whatever direction you go in, wish you the best and know you'll embrace it and be great at it.

[@tunedmultimedia1842]

Glad to see that you remain inspired and grateful. Thank you for your contribution to the JJ community. Your attitude and approach have inspired me. Can’t wait to see what’s in store! 🤙

[@andyciarla6053]

I'm very sorry to hear of your unfortunate accident as I have been an avid MTN bike rider myself for over 37 years and ride multiple times a week, weather permitting. I'm 62 yrs old and live in USA, Colorado and I just signed up for BJJ on January 1st of this year after my step son ( who has trained for 5 yrs and is a purple belt) talked me into it. I found your KZbin videos very helpful and I'm glad I have an ample library of them to watch until you are fully healed and back on the mat. I know this is just a temporary setback for you. Keep that wonderful attitude of gratitude you have, put God first and pray and this will all be behind you before you know it. Listen to your body and all will be fine. Best wishes and prayers are with you.

[@chriscrew4478]

Sorry for your troubles, and glad to hear about your recovery. I'm almost 40 and not quite a year starting jujitsu and your channel has been pivotal to my learning. Excited about anything you guys put out

[@animanaut]

Get well soon! I had a pinched nerve when i was younger and could not walk for a very brief time. one of the more scarier things ever happened to me for sure. Wish you good progress on your road to recovery! Funny timing: just bought some 1kg dumbells myself to bullet proof my shoulders.

[@JIM94K]

I have really learned a lot from your videos, and looking forward to future ones. So thank you both for all of your hard work! All the best with the remainder of the recovery journey!

[@TrickyyRicky]

Speedy recovery ! You were the first channel I watched and learned from as a white belt, I’m blue now thanks for all the tips 🙏🏽

[@angriffangriff]

Good to see you again. I wish you a good recovery and all the best!

[@zhaolijianba]

Excellent, honest video, thank you for sharing your story Tom. Best of luck to you on the recovery journey, stronger than ever in the future!

[@mr.saturn7833]

Hope you make a full recovery. I’ve been grappling for over six years, and your videos have helped every step of the way. I wish you the best for this upcoming year and beyond.

[@teamwork1008]

All the best in your journey forward Tom. Thankyou for all the very helpful teaching videos thus far, they have been very helpful.

[@marshallw4492]

Godspeed and wishes for all the best for you Tom. Happy to see you are on the road to recovery.

[@mgherter]

I wish you a speedy recovery. Take it as a compliment that your channel is so full of good content that even as a subscriber I hadn’t noticed that you stopped posting. I’m just getting started in bjj and have watched dozens of your videos. I still get smashed but I like to go back to your videos after a roll and try to figure out what went wrong and do something different the next time. Again thanks.

[@pamelagoncalves4376]

Heal up and live well, to whatever level you can. It's awesome you'll keep up the channel, it's great for us and hopefully beneficial and profitable for you. And being a long time jiu-jitsu practioner is like being a soldier, once you are you will always be, it's a part of you period. Thanks for lessons old and new.

[@ndukaolise]

Glad to hear you’re on the mend coach Tom, can never be easy going through all you have, but it shows how strong you are. Looking forward to seeing back to full fitness & doing what you love to do 🥋Love bro 👊🏾🙌🏾❤️

[@murillomarques2238]

wishing a quick recovery, much love mate.

[@robertschwarberg80]

you are such a role model for many here. Apart from jiu jitsu, it is above all your unique style that inspires me so much about you. I've learned a lot from there over the years. I wish you only the best and that you achieve everything you set your mind to. On and off the mat. Thank you for the countless great videos and your opinion that you openly express to the outside world. Bye for now

[@anhthujex7484]

I have started my jiu Jitsu journey watching your videos! I still watch them over and over: Thank you so much for sharing and may your recovery bring you healing in body and spirit! Thank you so much!

[@justaname935]

dang I am really sorry to hear that. When I first started watching this channel I was going thru some bad times. Thank you for sharing. It gives me strength

[@jamesbrown4019]

Speedy recovery Tom, your videos are top of the tree 👍🏻

[@erock64]

Good to see your face and listen to you speak ! Sorry that you are going through this, never want a good guy like you to go through this .... but, there can be a bright side to all this and that will come out after you have healed back up. Take care my friend ! Much respect and Love being sent your way !

[@NorthernBorderBoys]

Get better brother ! You will be back stronger and better than ever ! We appreciate you coach ! Your mental and physical resilience is inspiring to all of us ! Don’t ever stop don’t ever give up ! You have our support ! You got this brus !

[@FadingJoker123]

Thank you Tom for all the help through your videos. Seeing your desire and motivation is inspiring. I hope you a speedy recovery 🙏.

[@laluzdelsol7587]

Glad to hear you're recovering, Tom! I'm a couple years into my own BJJ adventure, but I've been on the sidelines for the last 6 months or so with injuries. This past week was my first time back and it felt great! I hope you get to experience that soon.

[@ianlevers8450]

Glad to see your back Coach Tom, get well soon! 👊💪👍

[@seanimai]

Your enthusiasm for jiu jitsu and positivity are deeply inspiring. My journey started in November 22’ and your channel has been THE go to spot for all things jits! Got my first stripe today and have to say I owe a lot to you and your team. Hang in there with your recovery, I hope to roll with you one day! Aloha!!!

[@DX1233ify]

Good luck, Can't wait to see more video's

[@adrianescalantejimenez141]

I love this channel, i really love the tom's videos, great instructor, please keep it up! More videos!!!🔥🔥🔥

[@jasoncronin9145]

Glad to hear you're on the mend. I know how much it sucks to physically not be able to pick up your kids and the mental toll that takes. Looking forward to the new content when you're back at 100%!

[@excellentbeginner1]

Tom - you have so much to give - I encourage you to keep doing your videos - no matter how simple they are - even if you are the one coaching and not doing - I am sure watching you coach someone and fixing their errors would be of great value to all students. Thanks and good luck with you rebuilding.

[@LiamEryt182]

I’m glad you’re back mate I appreciate your videos a lot, they’ve certainly taught me a lot over the few years I’ve been watching. Would love to see some rehab sessions and behind the scenes as you recover! Take care man!

[@mattfinch7403]

You will get there Tom, approach recovery and restructuring just like training. It takes time and frustrating but each week milestones will appear. At 54 and many times injured, my advice is let yourself heal, if you can get PRP to assist the joints. Supplement according to your bloodwork and supercharge. You dont have to lift heavy. Use your pinky weights and focus on slow perfect reps. That will help the nerves recovery and the muscle. Good luck bro

[@pieter2258]

Coach Tom! Great to hear from you again. This year I started Bjj and your channel helps me so much! It’s my go-to channel ❤ You are a great teacher and a great person!

[@pongomb]

I use your instructions as you really give great pointers in a calm way. Sorry to see you injured, keep your head up and you will be stronger. Keep up the videos man!