Can Old Guys Beat Young Guys in BJJ?

02:30 - Don’t go where they are strong
04:55 - Get to your preferred position first
06:12 - Develop good guard retention
08:03 - Adjust immediately when reality changes
11:24 - Use your frames
12:38 - Control their hips
17:14 - Don’t take it so seriously

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VIDEO DESCRIPTION

Chris Mikuta is back on the channel. He and Rick Ellis share strategies for dealing with younger, stronger opponents in BJJ.

[BOBBOB-txox]

I am 70 years old 6-3, 165 purple belt ex world class track athlete. I rarely get tapped by any belt including black belts of any weight because I took the time in my earlier belts to learn patience, timing and technique, I rarely use strength mostly body position. I developed a very good understanding of what can happen in all positions. Instead of trying to tap everybody I learned how to escape everybody, it's a brain game to me.

[robertbrewster]

I'm 53 and just started in March of this year; I was wearing myself out w/ the young bucks...thanks for this!

[VTLille]

Wow, thanks for those tips, guys. I’m a 58 year old blue belt, and I pretty much get crushed every time I go up against guys that are 20 to 30 years younger, heavier and stronger. I’ve learned/am still learning the hard way to slow everything down, control the old ego and never go force against force.
Framing, positioning and maintaining posture/alignment are things that have consistently helped me, and any successes I have are generally due to these factors. I might sometimes get away with a surprise Iminari roll or rolling kimura when my opponent thinks I’m gased and doesn’t expect it, but it’s a rare thing and not a reliable strategy.
That advice about controlling the hips is gold. Definitely going to be working on that!

[ludokaleo]

From a 66 yr young WB...thank you for the outstanding advice...

[robertmerrick]

Good advice Hip control. Slow hom down. Attachment.

[medicineandbrazilianjiujit]

Thank you both!
Learned a lot.
AXT Jiu Jitsu has an excellent reputation in the Chicagoland area.
Nikolas

[LucharPS]

For a more “Freeform” kind of video you put a lot of great stuff in there. Going to have to watch again with paper and pencil.

[jamesmolleur]

Man, I'm really loving this channel....Chris was my favorite black belt test vid, so much heart and conviction.

[vincechanbjj]

I recently went against a big 200lb 6'1 foot 19 year old kid in open weight. he's a blue and I'm a purple but I'm 148 and 48. he killed me....but I still have a full head of dark black hair and his hairline is noticably receding. I'll take that as my win.

[RemcoBakker]

I will def work on my hipcontrol from now on:-) Thnx for sharing guys.

[paulmoult]

If there is anything that I have learnt from you, it is to slow the game right down and wait for opportunities.

[daddad]

I am not willing to be put in bad position even to keep it playful. That is how I get hurt. Stay on top as much as possible. Tap immediately to any good submission. Use frames and submissions. I admit that I do let whites and blues tap me out so they gain confidence when I feel safe. Follow the hip. I will give that a go.

[BlueKimura]

As usual, this is great info for us “older” players. 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[kracylatin]

Love the video and great advise : I’m a 53 year old purple belt and I have a deal a lot young strong blue and white belts and I know the feeling

[chuckduncan]

Thanks Rick. I was able to implement some of the concepts today when I was rolling.

[JediNiyte]

Just turned 50, been a purple belt for a year. Have lived with debilitating Chronic Fatigue Syndrome since 2004 (started in 1993 when I was 19) and I have NO problem with the age gap. My medications allow me to function 3-4 hours a day so I use the time to exercise, train, and keep up my house.

And honestly? I don't feel like my age has been a hindrance. Sure, recovery time is ABSOLUTELY a factor. But if you eat well, train for strength, LISTEN to your professors when they tell you to SLOW THE HELL DOWN, and develop some actual technique to go with your attributes, you should be able to mitigate quite effectively the advantages that come with your training buddies' youth and speed.

I'm honestly baffled at the number of students who absolutely WILL NOT slow down, then spend years wondering why their technique doesn't go anywhere. The simplest piece of advice in the world but people tend to receive it like they've just been asked to kick a puppy to death.

[gegaoli]

Nice exchange of information in a discussion format. Does not need to be perfect. Enjoyed and needed this topic.

[alfredomogavero]

44 years old (45 next month) blue belt here. it's a war every day on the mat but never step out of a rolling session with those young guys. just know your limits and try your best. thanks for the video you are doing a great job there

[FR-tyvn]

Great 👍🏼 tips!! I like to stay ahead of if I can positionally, but if I can’t and/or I’m too tired I go to bottom halfguard and work from there.

[sandra-hcyi]

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