First BJJ class tomorrow TME

[SAJ]

What am I walking into?

Went today everyone seemed quite a bit older than me. Was only youngen there. They seemed friendly enough though

What should I expect? Never rolled before and I feel kinda nervous lol

I'll start spending time in this sub section more now and I'll post my BJJ journey. Any tips, suggestions?

 

[SAJ]

Mods might as well delete this thread just saw @Mieshas Taint made a similar thread so there's no need for this one.

 

[Deleted member 1]

Mods might as well delete this thread just saw @Mieshas Taint made a similar thread so there's no need for this one.

I think they should delete his!

 

[member 603]

I'm going to let this one stand..... And you're walking into the best more rewarding journey of your life. Remember to relax, have fun, understand and accept that at first you'll lose waaaaay more than you'll win.... Welcome to the brotherhood

 

[SAJ]

Thanks rhino!

 

[SC MMA MD]

Have fun! Welcome to the club.

 

[Yuki Nakai's Eye]

What am I walking into?

Don't despair. Your years of watching UFC, The Ultimate Fighter and YouTube instructional vids has served you well. You WILL tap out upper belts and wow them with your skills. You are a natural.

When it doubt? Spaz out. What do you think 'scrambling' is?! Forget about this 'gentle art' crap. Good technique requires muscular effort and energy.

Don't worry about fancy ways to tie your belt. You already know how. It's just like tying your shoes.

 

[mysticmac]

Roll as hard as you can against EVERYONE. You'll never learn any other way. Plus it let's them know you are serious about this. Regardless of what they say, remember it is a competition above all.

 

[SAJ]

Don't despair. Your years of watching UFC, The Ultimate Fighter and YouTube instructional vids has served you well. You WILL tap out upper belts and wow them with your skills. You are a natural.

When it doubt? Spaz out. What do you think 'scrambling' is?! Forget about this 'gentle art' crap. Good technique requires muscular effort and energy.

Don't worry about fancy ways to tie your belt. You already know how. It's just like tying your shoes.

Don't forget years experience of playing EA ufc on my ps4. Maybe it will be easier than I thought

 

[kneeblock]

Make sure you shower carefully before and after. Otherwise have fun.

 

[SAJ]

First class done. Barely was able to drive my car home but it was fun.

Everyone treated me like a brother and walked me through everything. I did better than I thought

I should have took some pics but didn't wanna be "that guy" maybe tomorrow it's gi day. Just wish I had started earlier I would have learnt a lot by now

 

[SC MMA MD]

Just wish I had started earlier I would have learnt a lot by now

EVERYONE who starts BJJ thinks the same thing. I started in my mid 30's- I see 15 year old green belts with 10 years of training and think "if only..."

 

[Masato Toys]

Be Patient.

MOST white belts in my experience quit as soon as they realize how slow the process of learning actually is, or for how long you are likely to get tapped the fuck out. There are a million reasons to stop, always. But if you like BJJ and want to learn, IMO you have to start looking way down the road in terms of YEARS... either commit to it or not, its not a part-time hobby kind of thing. Well it could be but you won't really get anywhere.

I fell off the wagon so many times its not funny, its only now in my 40's that I'm truly starting to understand the kind of lifestyle it takes to truly get anywhere.

 

[Masato Toys]

Don't despair. Your years of watching UFC, The Ultimate Fighter and YouTube instructional vids has served you well. You WILL tap out upper belts and wow them with your skills. You are a natural.

When it doubt? Spaz out. What do you think 'scrambling' is?! Forget about this 'gentle art' crap. Good technique requires muscular effort and energy.

Don't worry about fancy ways to tie your belt. You already know how. It's just like tying your shoes.

LOL epic

 

[SAJ]

Be Patient.

MOST white belts in my experience quit as soon as they realize how slow the process of learning actually is, or for how long you are likely to get tapped the fuck out. There are a million reasons to stop, always. But if you like BJJ and want to learn, IMO you have to start looking way down the road in terms of YEARS... either commit to it or not, its not a part-time hobby kind of thing. Well it could be but you won't really get anywhere.

I fell off the wagon so many times its not funny, its only now in my 40's that I'm truly starting to understand the kind of lifestyle it takes to truly get anywhere.

Yeah hopefully I don't fall off and stick to it. Also good to see you around been a while.

 

[SAJ]

EVERYONE who starts BJJ thinks the same thing. I started in my mid 30's- I see 15 year old green belts with 10 years of training and think "if only..."

Well better late than never i guess. It was just that first step that was off putting. Walking into a gym full of strangers not knowing anything about the sport and asking to tag along with them. Glad that's over though

How long u been training for?

 

[Masato Toys]

I started 17 years ago, and JUST now got my blue belt. That is terrible, lol I think its a world record

But I didn't get the blue because of those 17 years where I kept falling on and off the wagon... it was because of the past 2 years where I finally committed and went 2-3 times a week without fail.

They say:

"There is no secret to Jiu Jitsu. All you have to do is show up."...

(...and keep showing up).

Someone told me it's like building a massive Lego sculpture, and every time you go to class you get a little one-bump piece to add on. Meaning you will NEVER build it without going to class, but if you are willing to play a long-term game, eventually all those little single pieces start adding up.

 

[SC MMA MD]

Well better late than never i guess. It was just that first step that was off putting. Walking into a gym full of strangers not knowing anything about the sport and asking to tag along with them. Glad that's over though

How long u been training for?

It will be 6 years in February. I am a purple belt now at 42. Stick with it, and take care of your body. Despite a number of injuries, I have enjoyed every minute and look forward to continuing to improve.

 

[member 603]

Repetition and consistency is the key. This is a perishable skill set, you have to stay sharp and consistent with it. There will be times where you will feel bored, you may plateau, you may even want to quit (or life shit will come up forcing you to take a break). Don't over think it, just have fun and challenge yourself. Even if someone starts after you, and they seem to excel quicker, don't let that discourage you (BJ Penn got a black belt in 4 years.... It took me 16).

Also eat well, listen to your body (understand the difference between sore and injured though), rest where you can, never sit out from training (unless you're legit injured).. If you're tired, play defense, survive and escape. You WILL get tapped A LOT, the key is to learn from the process of what got you into the bad positions.. Don't just shell up and not move. Ask questions and pay attention to the finer details..... And drill, drill, drill

I'll simplify the process..... Create angles and transitions, remember that it is important to have good posture, base, and position rather than ill advised submission attempts.... Take whatever joint in the body and hyperextend it into it's opposite natural position... Cut off blood to the brain via carotid artery choke, or cut off air via a tracheal choke.... There you have it LOL

 

[member 603]

I started 17 years ago, and JUST now got my blue belt. That is terrible, lol I think its a world record

But I didn't get the blue because of those 17 years where I kept falling on and off the wagon... it was because of the past 2 years where I finally committed and went 2-3 times a week without fail.

They say:

"There is no secret to Jiu Jitsu. All you have to do is show up."...

(...and keep showing up).

Someone told me it's like building a massive Lego sculpture, and every time you go to class you get a little one-bump piece to add on. Meaning you will NEVER build it without going to class, but if you are willing to play a long-term game, eventually all those little single pieces start adding up.

Sand bagger LOL

 

[Pitbull9]

Have fun, enjoy, work hard, dont take anything personally, you will get tapped a lot, might even get a little hurt, you will be sore the next day, but you will feel great. Warm up a lot, get the blood flowing, STRETCH STRETCH STRETCH!

 

[Masato Toys]

Sand bagger LOL

^ lol I had to look that term up

I had a chance to test for a blue over 11 years ago, and at the time I think I would have gotten it (oldschool gym, not very tough giving belts). I'm glad I didn't, because when I found my current gym it would have been ridiculous, I totally had to start at the beginning. Their style was stuff I'd never seen before, and my coach gives belts pretty tough so it was fully appropriate to be wearing a white even though I had a basic understanding of things.

 

[SAJ]

Thanks for the advice. Ima take it a lot more seriously than just a hobby. I will probably become a bjj nerd it's all I been thinking and watching lately

Might as well put all my hours in now. I don't really have a lot of
responsibilities atm

No kids, no mortgages, just running family businesses and rolling lol. I could go four- five times a week if my body is not too beat up.

 

[SC MMA MD]

Thanks for the advice. Ima take it a lot more seriously than just a hobby. I will probably become a bjj nerd it's all I been thinking and watching lately

Might as well put all my hours in now. I don't really have a lot of
responsibilities atm

No kids, no mortgages, just running family businesses and rolling lol. I could go four- five times a week if my body is not too beat up.

You will progress well going 4-5 times a week, just take care of your body. Like others have said, consistency is the key- this is a marathon. Your body should get used to training fairly quickly; I very consistently train 5 times a week and I am old with many miles on my body.

 

[SAJ]

You will progress well going 4-5 times a week, just take care of your body. Like others have said, consistency is the key- this is a marathon. Your body should get used to training fairly quickly; I very consistently train 5 times a week and I am old with many miles on my body.

Do you plan on rolling until the wheels fall off?