• Competition Challenge

    What Happened When I Tried ADCC at 50

    If you’re in your 40s or 50s and still training Jiu-Jitsu, do you still think about competing — whether it’s your first time or your tenth? I’ve entered many tournaments over the years, but even with that experience, competing at this age feels completely different. The body is slower, the recovery is harder, and fear hits deeper than before. And that’s exactly why this time, I decided to take on something that honestly scared me: I signed up for ADCC at age 50. This video is the story of my one-month preparation — the weight cut, the conditioning, the fear,…

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    When Should You Compete in Jiu-Jitsu Over 40?

    Are you a Jiu-Jitsu white belt over 40, wondering when you should enter your first competition? I’ve been there. I started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at 43, and even now at 50, competing still scares me. But facing that fear has changed my life — again and again. In about 6 minutes, I share: If you’re thinking about entering your first competition, tell me in the comments. I’d love to cheer you on. And if you’ve already had your first tournament, share your story too — your experience might give another over-40 white belt the courage to sign up. See you on…

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    How Far Can a 49-Year-Old Regular Guy Go in the IBJJF Asian Championship with His Wife?

    What happens when a 49-year-old regular guy and his wife commit to 3 months of serious Jiu-Jitsu training — and then enter one of the toughest tournaments in Asia? This is our story. We’re a married couple in our late 40s, both hobbyist BJJ practitioners. For 3 months, we trained hard together — late nights, sore bodies, and endless rolls. All for one goal: the IBJJF Asian Championship. This video documents our journey: Whether you’re in your 40s and just starting BJJ, or you’re already deep in the game, we hope our story gives you some inspiration — or at…