Mat time! Everything flows from that. I have been training since 1998. I have had my purple belt for 17 yrs. I got it in 2004-05'. I haven not been consistent and I have changed schools due to moving around the country. I'm in my early 50s now and I am still trying to get consistent. I am training more consistently now, at least once if not twice a week. I am hoping to get to three times a week. My training partners are younger, stronger, and training more. I need to at least up my training. I can't change my age or match everyone's strength. I love jiu-jitus and all that it has done for me. Belts are not a concern of mine, obviously lol... But I do need to train more. It's getting harder to maintain against these youngsters.
Regarding a higher training frequency, guys from Open Mat Chronicles say if it’s important to us we’ll find a way, if it’s not important we’ll find an excuse. Assuming we have sufficient mat time, the real struggle imo is working the B and C game. It’s fun to scramble, dominate, and submit people. Less so working open guard variations that result in getting smashed like we’re new all over again. But for real progress it’s absolutely necessary
@@danieldeleon6813 id say you’re ahead of the curve and work closed but it’s inferior and best for stalling or sweeps to mount for the novice. Work closed to K?
I assume K means K guard? Honestly my entries to legs is probably the best part of my game rn I do struggle with the dominating and controlling aspect for top game
@@danieldeleon6813 yep yep. A few episodes they had Carl Gonsolin on, that’s what we’re working on for a few weeks. K guard from closed guard to x or backside 5050, also backside 5050 or 4-11 after top does torreando pass. Fun stuff to practice on white belts unfamiliar with inversion 😆
Key words: basics and fundamentals attend these classes, swallow your ego because most of them are going to be white belts. work hard on leveling out both offensive and defensive. Once you have that sorted, then you progress from there. Always ask the questions you are stuck on, study them and utilize them with a good training partner. Forget the fancy stuff!
Your willingness and courage to try this physically challenging art at your age is amazing. If you are open to advice, focus on developing the postions techniques the don’t demand athletic movements (closed guard, half-guard, pressure passing, etc). I taught a private lesson this morning with a student in their late 60’s and is a 4 stripe purple belt! ☺️
My biggest problem is the lack of consistency. I work 3rd shift plus I’m in school as well as being a full time family man. But I do try and get to the gym at a minimum of 2 days a week. Anything more is better. I absolutely love Jiu Jitsu but I also talk myself out of going due to being tired and groggy.
It always sounds like you're selling something. There's no reason for there to be an entire program to teach students on how to stick with bjj. Just make a few videos, and stop trying to charge for some bjj one-on-one program that really isn't needed. Thousands of people have done it without paying an online coach, and thousands will continue to do it. No one needs to pay for online coaching. Just show up. Do a little bit of homework and put some effort in. If you're consistent, you'll progress. It's not that complicated.
@blankbandits I apologize for the video coming off this way. You are someone who is diligent and self assured in their Jiu-Jitsu. I analyze students training & comp footage, make training recommends based on their goals, build training plans together, film videos techniques tailored for them, and much more. All of the credit of my students success goes to them. They are putting in the, consistent mat hours and sweat to improve! Thank you for the thoughtful comment and checking the video out.
@@arbarnesI apologize for the videos coming off this way. You care about the integrity of Jiu-Jitsu and quality insight. I’ll do better to provide more helpful advice. Thank you for dedicating the time to watch and leaving thoughtful feedback.
I think more than likely my physical attributes are declining due to age and injuries (53). My knowledge is progressing bc every day you go in you learn something. But I find myself getting beat more often. Then throw in the amount tournament guys are also putting in serious time in. I can typically only hit 2 days a week.
Practicing bjj as a hobby I'm a Blue belt I noticed I'm stuck on keeping my training partner pinned or maintaining top position I get stuck I need to learn a better sequence or flow so I don't stay stagnant
@@ChasenHill no. Two classes plus open mat. Try to do 3 plus open mat but it's rough. 45 years old been train over 3 years as a white belt focused on learning. Like you were saying a focused consistent routine seems is where it's at for progression
My schedule typically allows for me to only go to the noon classes, which includes me, a four stripe blue belt, and a black belt. Been getting my butt kicked for a little over a year now and it's hard to measure my progress because they are so beyond my level. I get to go to a night class every now and then with people more my level, but for the most part I keep getting schooled by higher ranks frequently.
@@rodrigobarba930You’re someone who doesn’t give up! What little progress have you noticed so far after training with some higher-belt for just over a year?
@@ChasenHill Thanks for responding and for the encouragement! The little progress I've seen so far is I noticed I don't get caught in arm bars and triangles that easy anymore. I can almost feel it coming or at least them trying to pull my elbow to their abdomen. Can't really mount an offense against them but defense wise I've improved defending those two moves at least.
a lot of hobbyists just TURN UP, and wonder why theres no improvement when others around them are putting work in even away from the gym to understand jiu jitsu and their game. Its easy to see how some people feel like they're getting worse.
Personally I get a lot out of visualisation, sometimes ill pin down a particular situation and imagine different routes and what might happen (what has happened in the past) Ive found this only gets more useful the more experience i get. I do also utilise instructionals and short form clips. I try not to wast time though and narrow down exactly what Im looking to cover. Every now and then you see a video like this and it serves as a reminder to stick at things, stay consistent and focussed. Good things come when your attention is channeled into something deserving, and jiu jist/ grappling is the gift that keeps on giving ✌🏼
Mat time! Everything flows from that. I have been training since 1998. I have had my purple belt for 17 yrs. I got it in 2004-05'. I haven not been consistent and I have changed schools due to moving around the country. I'm in my early 50s now and I am still trying to get consistent. I am training more consistently now, at least once if not twice a week. I am hoping to get to three times a week. My training partners are younger, stronger, and training more. I need to at least up my training. I can't change my age or match everyone's strength. I love jiu-jitus and all that it has done for me. Belts are not a concern of mine, obviously lol... But I do need to train more. It's getting harder to maintain against these youngsters.
Wow! Once you commit, you stay committed! Future black belt in the making!
I initially read the thumbnail as "BJJ hobbyist s SUCK " 😂 was about to say Sheesh Chase ! 😂😂😅
Haha 😂! I mean, I’m the only hobbyist that sucks!
Regarding a higher training frequency, guys from Open Mat Chronicles say if it’s important to us we’ll find a way, if it’s not important we’ll find an excuse.
Assuming we have sufficient mat time, the real struggle imo is working the B and C game. It’s fun to scramble, dominate, and submit people. Less so working open guard variations that result in getting smashed like we’re new all over again. But for real progress it’s absolutely necessary
What if my A game is open guard 🫢😳
@@danieldeleon6813 id say you’re ahead of the curve and work closed but it’s inferior and best for stalling or sweeps to mount for the novice. Work closed to K?
I assume K means K guard? Honestly my entries to legs is probably the best part of my game rn I do struggle with the dominating and controlling aspect for top game
@@danieldeleon6813 yep yep. A few episodes they had Carl Gonsolin on, that’s what we’re working on for a few weeks. K guard from closed guard to x or backside 5050, also backside 5050 or 4-11 after top does torreando pass. Fun stuff to practice on white belts unfamiliar with inversion 😆
Key words: basics and fundamentals attend these classes, swallow your ego because most of them are going to be white belts. work hard on leveling out both offensive and defensive. Once you have that sorted, then you progress from there. Always ask the questions you are stuck on, study them and utilize them with a good training partner. Forget the fancy stuff!
what's slowing my progression: age (I'm 48), I'm not athletic, and I'm not fit. I'm trying to get fit, but I can't change my age and be athletic.
Your willingness and courage to try this physically challenging art at your age is amazing. If you are open to advice, focus on developing the postions techniques the don’t demand athletic movements (closed guard, half-guard, pressure passing, etc). I taught a private lesson this morning with a student in their late 60’s and is a 4 stripe purple belt! ☺️
@@ChasenHill Thanks Chasen! Do you have any videos that you can recommend that I watch and practice these non atheltic movements?
My biggest problem is the lack of consistency. I work 3rd shift plus I’m in school as well as being a full time family man. But I do try and get to the gym at a minimum of 2 days a week. Anything more is better. I absolutely love Jiu Jitsu but I also talk myself out of going due to being tired and groggy.
It always sounds like you're selling something. There's no reason for there to be an entire program to teach students on how to stick with bjj. Just make a few videos, and stop trying to charge for some bjj one-on-one program that really isn't needed. Thousands of people have done it without paying an online coach, and thousands will continue to do it. No one needs to pay for online coaching. Just show up. Do a little bit of homework and put some effort in. If you're consistent, you'll progress. It's not that complicated.
I was thinking this. Every time I decide to watch a video it’s like a horrible sales pitch to his program and no real advice. Same thing every video
@blankbandits I apologize for the video coming off this way. You are someone who is diligent and self assured in their Jiu-Jitsu. I analyze students training & comp footage, make training recommends based on their goals, build training plans together, film videos techniques tailored for them, and much more. All of the credit of my students success goes to them. They are putting in the, consistent mat hours and sweat to improve! Thank you for the thoughtful comment and checking the video out.
@@arbarnesI apologize for the videos coming off this way. You care about the integrity of Jiu-Jitsu and quality insight. I’ll do better to provide more helpful advice. Thank you for dedicating the time to watch and leaving thoughtful feedback.
I find content helpful 💯
I think more than likely my physical attributes are declining due to age and injuries (53). My knowledge is progressing bc every day you go in you learn something. But I find myself getting beat more often. Then throw in the amount tournament guys are also putting in serious time in. I can typically only hit 2 days a week.
Solo drills help
Practicing bjj as a hobby I'm a Blue belt I noticed I'm stuck on keeping my training partner pinned or maintaining top position I get stuck I need to learn a better sequence or flow so I don't stay stagnant
Do you count open mat as a day?
Absolutely! Do you mainly only go to open mats?
@@ChasenHill no. Two classes plus open mat. Try to do 3 plus open mat but it's rough. 45 years old been train over 3 years as a white belt focused on learning. Like you were saying a focused consistent routine seems is where it's at for progression
Why are you struggling as a BJJ Hobbyist?
Time
My schedule typically allows for me to only go to the noon classes, which includes me, a four stripe blue belt, and a black belt. Been getting my butt kicked for a little over a year now and it's hard to measure my progress because they are so beyond my level. I get to go to a night class every now and then with people more my level, but for the most part I keep getting schooled by higher ranks frequently.
@@CC-oy8iiYes, time is always always an issue! How are you using the limited time you have now?
@@rodrigobarba930You’re someone who doesn’t give up! What little progress have you noticed so far after training with some higher-belt for just over a year?
@@ChasenHill Thanks for responding and for the encouragement! The little progress I've seen so far is I noticed I don't get caught in arm bars and triangles that easy anymore. I can almost feel it coming or at least them trying to pull my elbow to their abdomen. Can't really mount an offense against them but defense wise I've improved defending those two moves at least.
a lot of hobbyists just TURN UP, and wonder why theres no improvement when others around them are putting work in even away from the gym to understand jiu jitsu and their game. Its easy to see how some people feel like they're getting worse.
You are spot on! What type of work have you found beneficial to do outside the gym?
Personally I get a lot out of visualisation, sometimes ill pin down a particular situation and imagine different routes and what might happen (what has happened in the past) Ive found this only gets more useful the more experience i get.
I do also utilise instructionals and short form clips. I try not to wast time though and narrow down exactly what Im looking to cover.
Every now and then you see a video like this and it serves as a reminder to stick at things, stay consistent and focussed.
Good things come when your attention is channeled into something deserving, and jiu jist/ grappling is the gift that keeps on giving ✌🏼
My age
Which is…?