Learn these basics now, and they'll pay off as you level up.
Your Jiu-Jitsu journey is like an hour glass. At the bottom, there’s so much to learn. At the middle, you feel like you're stuck at a certain point. Once you pass the middle, the skills you’ve developed will open up the world to you.
What you do off the mats is more important than what you do on the mats.
Some times, "just showing up" is enough. And other days it isn't enough.
Every position can be broken down into three phases: entry, stabilization, and finish.
Set the tempo, take control of the pace. Make them fight on your terms.
"Right side up" is only relative. Just remember, you're not upside down, your opponent is.
It's right in front of you.
You have to regularly try something new if you want to be the best version of yourself.
Embrace your true nature and allow yourself to evolve into the next step of Jiu-Jitsu.
Staying efficient with your movements might be the difference between passing and getting swept.
The best offense is a good defense.
