Promoting my "little brother" to BJJ Black Belt
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ก.ย. 2024
- The speech and Black Belt promotion starts at 3:20
This video came from our promotions last night and was by far one of the most powerful and meaningful moments I've ever had as a coach.
Promoting not only a crop of tough people to Purple and Brown Belt. But also promoting my "little brother" Chad Hardy to Black Belt.
I've known Chad since he was 11 years old. I've had the pleasure of removing his original White Belt and have had the pleasure of tying on the belts he's received after. I've also had the pleasure of getting to know him incredibly well over the last 10+ years. We even lived together for a while.
As a coach there is no more satisfying a feeling then to see the fruits of your labor realized in front of you. I've watched Chad grow as a person. From a young kid to a surprisingly mature young man.
He's battled and won more competition than I can count. As a competitor he's always been amazing to watch and an inspiration to the people inside the gym.
And as an instructor and a fixture in our gym he's turned into someone that is all about building up those around him. Something equally impressive and admirable.
This will certainly not be one of my more popular videos but it is a glimpse into our gym ( Derby City MMA ) and what we are all about.
We all love competition. But at the end of the day we are in this because we feel apart of a team and want to grow with each other.
And for those of you who follow me. I know I ramble on in my videos a lot. As I do in person. But you can at least be sure that anything I say in the videos is what I believe. Regardless if you disagree with my philosophy in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. I assure you it's 100% genuine.
- Chewy
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Made a man shed a tear ,no shame in my game,what a great moment
I cried here in Japan watching this ! I’m a Brazilian who has an old dream (jiu-jítsu) but due to too much work only recently at 36 I started my dream journey,and I won’t stop ! Although I started late I am a fast learner,and I will do my best to absorb everything my Brazilian Black belt Sensei is teaching me here in Japan and one day I will have the honor to have that belt around my waist along with all the knowledge,don’t know how many years it will take but I ain’t gonna give up !!!! OSS
It’s never late
You've got a head start on a lot of people! Keep grinding brother!
I teared up too. That black belt means so incredibly much, the amount of sacrifice, blood sweat and tears that gets put on the mat everyday for years upon years. And to then have that invaluable belt be placed around your waist by your brother...priceless.
@@gibbacool2009 Yes, I cried too. I have black belts and am instructor in Karate and Taekwondo so I know what it is like to receive the honour of earing the black belt after years and years of dedicated training and sacrifice. Hang in there. I am now 51 and a white belt again, this time in BJJ, so I have started extremely late. If there is one thing that I am learning from BJJ is that it is not about the destination, but to enjoy the journey. Keep up the training OSS!!!
You triangle choked my feels.
🤣
Best comment ever 😂
Jiu Jitsu saves lives.
Man does it ever.
changed my life!
Roberto Martínez in and out of the gym literally
Roberto Martínez Krav maga saves life's since it's militarized combat . But man bjj is awsome . Love boxing & mma.
Has helped me start to change my life.
It's a shame that there's not more BJJ coaches like this guy, too many coaches now just care about the money that their gym brings in, shame really.
Cognitive Surge there can be those guys. I however train under two coaches Shane and Dave who care alot about their students and the people who attend training.
Cognitive Surge i agree, im very thankful for my bjj and muay thai coach
So true. The first gym I went to the guy wanted me to pay for a year that day (offered a "special deal" if I would) and when I didn't, called and texted non-stop for days continually bringing his price down.
Our Professor at 301mma in MD has chats with us all the time on the mat are a session.
fuloran who was the professor?
WHO IS CUTTING DAMN ONIONS NEAR MY COMPUTER
I know that feel, same over here
dilanka Damn Ninjas chopping onions.
lol!!!
XD
Ha
This is literally the most heartwarming thing I've seen in a while. Damn son. Bravo.
Appreciate the comment brother.
Damn man - that hit me. I struggle deeply with depression too and you can see your friendship meant a lot to him. Congrats on the promotion!
Thanks Sean! Many of us deal with it man. You're definitely not alone.
Thanks buddy!
these are grown man tears that I'm shedding, I might have to go watch some baseball after this one
No, watch more Jits, Wrestling, boxing, etc. lmao
This is for real so fucking awesome though haha.
O Flex grab a beer and have a steak for dinner
Wow man, so moving. That's like graduating med school and law school at the same time! All that work, all that determination... Awesome.
New Rule Media lol nah
@@NoBody-tz4fb I mean... yeah it is. It takes 8+ years to become a black belt. It really does take about the same amount of class hours to become a doctor as it does to become a BJJ black belt.
@@gregortheoverlander4122 but bjj is fun at least haaha
@I know I’m gay when I say this but It's just really, really hard to learn this stuff.
You CAN do it faster than 8 years, but you still have to do so much work.
Some schools it takes 12 plus.
And then you have 12 year old karate/taekwondo kids
This was the Chad that Chewie winked to once, to roughen up some MMA guy.
Slongu YT that’s me 🤙
@@ChadtheBeastHardy You don't know me but I want to say congrats on earning your black, and your life. It can't be easy to share a story like that with a bunch of strangers, let alone friends. Thank you!
@@ChadtheBeastHardy you da man
@@ChadtheBeastHardy what a legend 🙌🏼
Chewy look at the difference you made in his life. Awesome and moving. Thank you for sharing!
You're welcome.
This is why BJJ is so special to me...stuff like this.
0:00 - 1:34 Speeches like this really define a good instructor, especially at the 0:57 mark.
Thanks!
Chewjitsu you're the bests Chewy
clicked on this as it was a suggestion, and I found myself clapping along when he got his black belt? Wtf! haha
nice video and congrats!
Haha, was anyone around you?
Chewjitsu no I was alone in my room haha!
I had this mental image of you in a room with other people with them looking at you with a "wtf" stare.
Chewjitsu haha that would have been better, I'd have shown them the video then and they'd understand 😂
That's funny I almost started clapping as well.
Such an honor to be a member of this school and doubly blessed to be surrounded by the best people in the world.DERBY CITY!
Do u still train and where is he located
@@LegendJ0e4 yes. Chewy is in derby city KY
Aw man, I was not ready for the feels. What a good group. I know I am 6 years late, but congrats on your black belt and making it in life man.
What a great story - very glad I watched it all the way through. Inspiring to see someone who battled through some demons with the help of a great jiu-jitsu family.
It took a *LOT* of courage for Chad to openly share his story of depression and a suicide attempt. He has my complete respect. I'm a total stranger who lives in California, but let me say: thank goodness for his strength to pull through, and for all of the good people who he surrounded himself with. The BJJ community is one of the best.
I still don't think much about the belting system. (Being a wrestler at heart) But I can certainly appreciate what the young man is saying and what Chewy did for him. May very well have saved his life. I think how wrestling saved me. However it was tied to school and although there were plenty of kids who Ioved and needed wrestling, if they couldn't keep up the grades they lost the opportunity and safety of training daily. This story really sheds light on the possible need for adult classes that just let children in. Before you know it your giving them black belts! congrats and great job.
hopeigetthere
what I live about jiu-jitsu is how much we all love it. how spiritual it seems to everyone who loves it. and how many , many of us have a story about jiu-jitsu, and what it's done for us. And finally, how our learning doesn't stop at blue belt techniques, but we learn about our body, our mind ...LIFE... and many things I didn't mention. thanks for sharing your story his, and this ceremony chewjitsu.
I totally agree. I came from a wrestling background. The belting system is helpful for matching people for competitions. But what you can do is always more important than what you wear.
Thanks for the comment. Glad you enjoyed the video.
Holy shit, i fuckin cried! Much respect chewie!
chewy you are an awesome teacher and human being. i wish you every success.
I appreciate that. I'm lucky enough to have some amazing people with me.
Awesome. Chewy, look how you and BJJ may have saved this young man's life!
It saved me. I'm happy it can help others and that I can be a part of it.
I've never even seen Chad in a video before and I have tears watching him get his belt. You can really feel how much this meant to him, all the hours, days and weeks of pushing himself to be better.
Just beautiful, congratulations to him. Thanks for sharing that special moment.
You're welcome James.
these are what good bjj schools are made of. Your ment to cry all the way through your blackbelt promotion , from it being put on you, to the words you had no idea you were gonna say. thats family right there. I love this..
Man I thought it was silly crying a bit,but then the video ended and I saw you guys were feeling the same.This bjj world is full of awesome people,I am so gratefull for that.Currently a 4 months,being smashed type of white belt,hope I`ll enjoy this amazing sport for ever.Chew you seem like a great teacher,the fact that you helped the guy out through his worst time is just amazing,hope you`ll roll together for the rest of your lives.Good thoughts from Romania!
This is one of the most beautiful, and most real things I have seen. Congratulations Chad. This made my day.
So cool of you guys to share this moment! I was trying to sort out when Chad became a black belt because I noticed he has lower belts in many of the videos. Didn't expect such an epic and heartwarming story behind it
You're welcome! It was a pretty amazing day for both of him and he's continued to impress the hell out of me. :)
juijitsu kept me alive by pulling me out from the depths of depression. congrats brother on your black belt promotion. enjoy the new journey in the world of black belt in BJJ. thanks chewy for sharing
thank you for sharing this. I got emotional watching this, it reminded me of my sparring partners, coaches. They didn't just teach me martial arts, they were my mentors.
Please keep up the high quality content.
This is why I follow this channel. World class coaching and world class human beings ❤💯🙏
Such an incredible group of people! Stoked our paths crossed and look forward to rolling with you again.
Likewise Matt! It was good meeting you up in Wisconsin!
Wow. I came down here to tell y'all I was crying. And I can't believe how many of you all are already here.
Wow. I have just started jujitsu and randomly found my way to this video. Very moving. Such an impressive attitude from the coach. He sets the tone that others will follow. Massive respect for you Chewy as a teacher and a good human. Maybe one day i might get to roll with you guys!
Awesome! Chewey~ way to go brother! As a 47 yr old who has finally had an opportunity to start studying BJJ, my hat's off to you for all that you give your students. I learn so much from your videos, so thank you.
You're welcome Daniel! Glad the videos have been helpful brother.
Don't stop the long videos and rants Chewy. I love what you have to say!
I teared up before the new black belt even made his speech.
Wow, what an incredibly emotional experience, I can’t even imagine. Amazing how a group of people can make such a difference in your life. I wish this guy nothing but the best!! Congratulations!
I've watched this vid dozens of times and still get glossy-eyed. Vids like this keeps me motivated during this time where we can't train. Keep the fire alive and rechannel that energy to another activity that can help your game. Work on strategy, work on your strength, work on your cardio. Whatever it is, stay focus, stay active, stay engage. This marathon isn't over...were just experiencing technical difficulties. OSS!
he has that familiar look in someone like me who has gone through a hard part in his life. it's amazing how he overcame his struggles but still battles with them as it seems by the look on his face. fortunately he has a family to give him hope and I wish him nothing but the best!
Believe it or not, over 30 douche bags found something to dislike about this inspirational video.
Thank for posting guys. Truly a great moment.
congrats Chad! i've only been rolling about a year so i can only imagine how great that's gotta feel to hit a milestone like that.
HUGE props Bro. that's gotta feel amazing!
paranoid survive thank you!
Grown man tears of joy are the best tears. Congratulations!
This made me tear up, I can relate a bit. You guys are awesome and a huge motivation for me not to skip out on my BJJ.. Thanks a lot, wish I could train with people as humble and as awesome as y'all
I don’t have any official BJJ training but I know people who are brown and black belts in BJJ such as my instructor (TKD) but getting your black belt in any style is an such an amazing feeling knowing all your hard work has paid off after all the hard work I actually failed the first time as had to wait another year before I could test again and man that feeling after being told I passed and actually getting my belt was such a great feeling and now your brother gets to experience the feeling of all his work paying off. Congratulations to him.
Great post thanks for sharing this emotional event;)
Wow! This was what I needed to watch man. Fell off for years and started going back 2-3 times a week. I have no care about belts. Just needed some positive consistency in my life. Climbing has given me that but I needed more. Life is a beautiful thing
Dan bilzarian is that you?
LOL -- yeah, he looks exactly like Bilzerian.
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Thats a compliment sir!
It's a fair one..
Wasn’t dan blitz a SEAL?
Dang!!! I was like, why all these crying comments?!?! And then... I was not expecting to get all choked up. That was powerful!!! amazing, and Congratulations!!
impossible not to cry. inspiration all over.
If nothing else, a recognition of 10 years hard work is incredibly gratifying.
If we all had someone like this as an instructor. Good man
What a beautiful show of emotion and brotherhood by you guys. This video should be an introductory of what BJJ should be. Chad talks about how he has no family outside of the gym, his family is the gym. And what does the word family mean? To some it's a mother, father, siblings, aunts , uncles, grandparents etc.. to others, family is a person or group of people who care for one another. People who are special in someone else's life. His family is the gym and the participants of the gym.. this video shows that there are great people out there who do care for one another. Coach Chewy is a prime example of how a leader runs his gym.. more than money, medals, plaques and awards, its life lesson's learned along the way, and the willingness to put other things aside to make sure this skinny kid who loved BJJ could fulfill his dream of one day wearing that black belt around his waist. Kudos to you Coach Chewy and to Chad as well. You guys are great human beings and are the prime example of how a gym should be ran. God bless you all
THIS.....is an amazing testament to Jiu jitsu....and to brotherhood, commitment and mentorship. DANG do i love videos like this and do I love Jiu Jitsu ! Nicely done Chewy.
This is one of the most badass things I have ever had the pleasure to watch. Honestly, finding this channel has been one of the few highlights in a year filled with such spectacular lowlights.
ain't gonna lie brought a tear to my eyes.
I've watched this video at least four times, and it will never get old. If this doesn't touch your heart, I don't know what could.
Wow! Very moving and motivating. Thank you for sharing such a special moment.
(WTH?!?! Why am I crying???)
Haha you're crying because you understand the meaning of the emotions in the video.
Chewjitsu - No doubt! It's so inspiring to see the product of dedication and hard work.
Of all the videos, through the dozens of TH-cam wormholes I've been down, this is STILL one of my absolute favorite videos!
Great video.
Beautiful! I legitimately choked up. I’m a one stripe brown belt and can only hope when my day comes, it’s similar to this. “Just keep showing up”
This is why I love Jiu Jitsu and the people involved with it.
That was beautiful. The power of truly earning the black belt after 10 years of hard work. Fantastic coaching and speeches shown here.
Really touchy
How nice and cool Chewy and His Little Brother are, brings me back faith in people.
21 years old. More grown then most men I know.
Great mentoring Chewy! I'm so glad the kid lived and rejuvenated his life with the brotherhood. We lost a young man at our school due to depression. But the awesome thing is that his dad and I are close now. He's training BJJ with us now and I can see the pain of losing his child melt together with the love of the brotherhood. It's truly helping him deal with life. BJJ can save lives via the connections and friendships made. The dad is now one of my toughest blue belts...:)
Brothers in arms...some martial artist respect
That made me cry.... that's the heart of a leader right there, thanks for sharing this moment with us
Are you promoting people or chopping onions. Tearjerker!
Both?
***** No. I'm only a blue belt. Plus I was kidding because it was emotional ceremony and I didn't way to say, "Bro, you made me cry."
Just happened upon this video today and loved it! This is what BJJ is about: Perseverance, growth, and family! Thanks for sharing it!
Wow, I think something got in my eyes.... strange, they keep watering...
IM NOT CRYING YOU'RE CRYING! Beautiful video. I love this channel.
This is absolutely beautiful!
Im 37 years old and have done martial art's on and off most of my life because of your video.s ive been inspired to pick up bjj
What a magical moment!
Josh Leland jiu-jitsu's seems full of those ;). join if your debating.
Been training since last January!
Oh man! That's awesome , so how are you doing?
I am really enjoying it. It's incredibly deep! Lots of tapping, but I still notice improvement. Just keeping at it! The place I train is a Gracie Academy CTC so it was all self defence until I got into the advanced class in September.
Really loving it.
Hmm... Nice yeah I tap ALL THE TIME. that's good for us! Lol. Well your jiu-jitsu journey now begins ..
I quit a long time ago or I'd be a black belt by now! So.. ....... ......damnet.... I just rejoined a few weeks ago.. now that I'm older I was struggling with a few injury including the lower back and basically felt like broken ribs. But if u get a back injury then don't over stretch it , instead Dona downward dog but instead of focusing on the legs, bend them, and focus on the back, and spinal alignment and spinal lengthening... So basically , instead of stretching your back , your relaxing it....I injured it worse stretching it....sorry for the rant, just food for thought. :)
I am a new white belt, I am truly moved by the brotherhood that I have been accepted into, this video shows human nature of people taking care of people who want and need to be taking care of. Thank you
Great video. Great instructor. I like how he said he doesnt want to be called master or be worshipped. Respect is earned and his students are motivated to train because of his humility. Thats pure awesomeness. Those students are lucky to have him.
Since when was Dan Bilzerian a black belt?
Since 2011. . . damn Blizerian comments.
I guess it could be worse right?
I come from a Bujinkan and Capoeira background...I've rolled around with my first Capoeira instructor who previously trained in Jiu-Jitsu.
To me it doesn't matter what art or style it is that you're training in, what matters is the person and their heart!
What you showed in this video is what martial arts are all about to me!!
May he rest in peace
Dylan Urquiaga I am still alive! Haha
Chad the Beast Hardy 😂😂😂 ik I was seing if people would believe me nice to meet you !
This needs to go viral. Much respect to you BJJ family, from a Muay Thai practitioner ;)
That's awesome 👏🏼 i gotta put my 7 year old son in jiu jitsu!!!
Do it!
Just do it! *flexes small PECS*
cartagenaucme Jiu Jitsu Will help your son grow! It forms a man!
I find his reaction to being promoted to black belt very manly. It clearly means the world to him, and his story really moved me. I love it when people are not afraid to show emotion, and when they take pride in what they do and stand for. Congratulations on earning the black belt, and much respect from a white belt who really loves BJJ.
Eembuster Thank you for the kind words it means a lot!
This video inspires me to practice again.. I just did twice today!! are you trying to overwork me?!!!
Haha nope! Glad you're pumped to train though!
This really hit the spot man. You're a legend Chewy!
Emocionante, parabéns dude!!!
Beautiful moments in life like this can be captured and shared with other people. TH-cam can be amazing some times.
i have trained with chewy. The best teacher I've had!
Thanks! I appreciate the kind words. :)
Haha your very welcome. You probably even remember me haha
This was moving, you’re a good solid man, you’re purpose is a Nobel one.
Awesome
He is a great coach and the teaches he gives is always helpful. In helping others.
Four years after it was posted, best one of your videos I've had the pleasure to watch. Says a lot about your character.
please Profesor chew give us a warning tht there are onions in the room . I have to go to work and my eyes are all wet. lol oss
I'll add (onions) next time I post a video like this. :P
I'm man enough to say I teared-up! Congrats on the promotion and welcome to the Black Belt club. Props to your instructor for representing the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and just being a classy human being.
God damn this is beautiful. I wanna go train.
This sounds like a man that might not be around if he didnt have martial arts. It literally saved him ❤
WTF Dan Bilzerian has a bjj black belt?!?!?!
Yep. He's a legit black belt. :P
Chewjitsu I don't think he's really legit I mean he might of put in hard work but they hand out black belts like it's candy now a days
And what is the basis for the conclusion that he's not legit? Chewy is a legit black belt from a legit master and it looks like Chad has trained for about 10 years consistently. The only reason someone could say he's not legit is if that person actually trained with Chad and felt that his skills and knowledge were not at the black belt level. And if you have trained with Chad and feel as such, then perhaps your comment may be justified, but it's still a hater comment in this setting. Becoming a black belt is not about "being legit". It's about putting in the time, effort, and dedication. For some people it takes more than 10 years, but anybody can become a black belt if they put in the time, effort, and dedication. The person who gave the black belt is legit and therefore this was a legit promotion. End of story. For the record, I am a wrestler, judoka, and BJJ practitioner and based on what I've seen, both Chewy and his videos are legit.
@@quizziewizzie10 I think he's talking about Dan, not chewy
You can tell that as soon as his brother started his speech he knew it was coming
Holy cow that was a great story. I always tell people that for most people in BJJ, even if they train for the rest of their lives, they will likely never make black belt. Most people think that is sad because they think that belt is the objective - it isn't. But it is such a great honor to have earned it that I can see why that young man is so emotional. Hell, I got veklempt and I don't even know any of the people in that video.