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Thank you!

Appreciate the positivity my friend! Let me know if you ever have suggestions for future videos!

Amazing testament Sir. That is more than an encounter, it is a whole parable!

Good words!

Appreciate the positivity! Make sure to like and subscribe, and i'm always open for suggestions for upcoming videos!

I would definitely love your feedback as well! My response here is merely in relation to the direct question, but I believe we both know this is a much deeper discussion. Competitive Sport is not free world street combat, but neither is the most commonly practiced versions of "Traditional Martial Arts" either. There is a necessity to be physically capable via skill & ability, as well as the necessity to ready both mentally and psychologically in a real world use of force scenario. I do tend to believe the current state of combat sports lends better to becoming physically capable (the overall levels of exertion against resistance as well as the stress inoculation associated with live training), but that does not address the mental aspects and realities of unregulated violence.

I couldn't agree more! The epistemology of training supersedes any system name. Additionally, I would never fool heartedly view MMA or BJJ as combatives. Similar skillsets, but completely different mindset. My biggest point is the importance of live resistance and learning to be physical in your training environment. At a minimum this will show reality on non-compliance and express the physicality of engagement. Additionally, it is necessary to understand the difference between mutual combat (whether ego based or sport based), Self Defense (where avoid, evade are king) and Combat where you must aggress a threat... Furthermore, self-defense can quickly become combat especially when there is a moral / ethical necessity to defend a 3rd party. As a lifelong practitioner of "Traditional Martial Arts" I think combat sports have helped infuse the live resistance that was lost somewhere along the way! Great comment sir, and greatly appreciated

Couldn't agree more. I think martial is a mindset that should compliment the skillset. Of course you and I know BJJ is not Combatives, but they play hand in hand and are far from the dichotomy many people make them out to be! COMBAT SPORTS = Applicable training and a willingness to learn engagement and warrior ethos. COMBATIVES = Combat Sports skills mixed with all the dirty tricks and with a different outcome in mind. At the end of the day, the dirty tricks don't work without understanding the skills and principles on which they stand.

Thank you graciously!

Please post your video and correct what error you see. I look forward to learning more about the improvement you suggest

That is correct in regards to schools that use Green as an adult rank. However, I am speaking primarily in regards to schools that maintain the primary Adult Belt Ranks of White, Blue, Purple, Brown, and Black. I cast no shade towards schools that use adult green belts, but we personally do not, nor is there an adult green belt category in competition... it is either white or blue. Thank you for the comment, and for supporting our page!

To date, there is no provision for youth MMA in this state. Just recently however, Florida has begun sanctioning some youth MMA events with specific safety measures. As a coach, I am all for youth MMA under a sanctioning body. Our academy would definitely be involved.

@@NXG_HQ I would love to get my son in a youth mma

Shoot me a message on FB @NXGHQ i'd love to chat @@brandonpylant5764

Thank you for the question, unfortunately I have no real way to answer. Promotion standards are always determined by your own academy instructor. Also, I do not know how long you have been training. At our academy a belt change will not be considered until a minimum of 9 months training, but often longer.

Pretty much the jest of the video lol - We have an open door, and encourage cross training.

@@NXG_HQ oh ok, sorry man. I didn’t watch the whole thing, my bad.

@@benjamins7229 Lol, its all good.

Thank you my friend!

While I don't know whether you would be eligible for an adult class (there are some 15 year olds I allow in our adult class, and others who I don't feel are ready yet.). As far as mat time however, I believe the more mat time you have access to, the better you will get at Jiu-Jitsu. If you think your coach would allow you, take the chance and ask. Worst case scenario he says no... but you don't know until you ask!

@@NXG_HQ I’ll ask him next class, thanks a lot for responding. 🫶

A pleasure, and best of luck on your journey. Dont forget to subscribe to the page of you enjoyed the video!@@JimmyMcGill-kb4jk

@@NXG_HQ Don’t worry I did!

Any youth belt color can be promoted to Blue Belt at 16 years old, if the instructor feels you have met his requirements for blue belt.

Happens that way in a beginner class!

Have you spoken to your Professor about this... I know there are many that consider it a taboo, but there are also many who may have their own opinion as to why they have chosen not to promote or who are willing to express what they aren't seeing that would otherwise assist their determination

@@NXG_HQ I’m thinking about it but I also feel like it may upset my professor and I will just get moved to the bottom of the queue. The current plan is to pick up my training regimen and making a concerted effort to start tapping all brown and black belts. Also still trying to stay gentle and rely on technique and not just being a douche at the same time. It’s a fine line to walk though. If no results in 6 months I’ll ask.

@@skrrskrr99 Solid game plan - a more passive question could also be "Hey coach, anything specific you would like me to be working on to improve my game" - perhaps the answer could be right there for you.

@NXGTV that's exactly the kind language I think I'd feel comfortable using. I appreciate the insight ❤️🫶🤘🤘. If it goes well I'll come back and shoot another comment!

I'm very familiar and a fan of Priit and his teachings. I think there is much to be said for good defense, and I believe in the Carlson Sr. saying "If you cant win, make the opponent pay a steep price for victory". Additionally, as we age (I am mid 40s) we have to balance our rolling style against our longevity and frequency of training. However, if you have safe training partners, then I also recommend opening up to try new things, and risk failure. Concern for win / loss ratio in the gym is not beneficial to overall growth in my opinion. If you haven't followed the page, hit the button because I will soon be doing a video on the importance of variety in your training partners. There is a big difference in rolling to win as opposed to rolling to improve. My question to you is which are you trying to accomplish! Answer that question, and I believe you will have answered your own question as well! Cheers. Coach B

Appreciate. Thank you.@@NXG_HQ

Thank you for the question! I don't know much about attendance / hours based stripes as we base our promotions of skill development. We do keep attendance for reasons other than promotions so any of our teens who are allowed to train with the adults also will check in to both classes as appropriate. I do know that increased training volume (additional classes) often accounts for accelerated growth in many cases so the credit is in the skill development!

Tysm sir! This was super helpful :) @@NXG_HQ

Considering 16-17 compete together in IBJJF (Juvenile I) and most other competitions this is not relevant to me. 16 is the age of promotion to Blue Belt as a standard, so if you are not 16 we do not promote to Blue Belt.

Mat time and improvement young sir! How long have you been training?

I got my green belt at 14, but now at 16 my professor says he wants to promote me to my blue belt with 2 grades...@@NXG_HQ

I mean I can see it since to him in his training the green belt is the blue belt for kids... and it would make sense that after 2 years with a blue belt depending on skill that you could have 2 stripes on it...@@NXG_HQ

At our academy competition is encouraged at least once or twice in your BJJ journey, but not a requirement. Our members will compete against each other and guests day in and day out. My only concern is the constant force of force learning. Whether that is in the academy, other academy's open mats, or tournament competition. I just care about live training and progress.

I appreciate the reply! The video is more a roadmap for those people new to jiu-jitsu who are learning about the belt systems. As you stated, those people who have already reached higher ranks (and have the understanding you referenced) don't require such an explanation. Additionally, more experienced practitioners also understand that only their coach can convey the specifics of what he/she is looking for not only in their students, but specifically in an individual student. That was why I chose to speak in the broad scope. That being said, perhaps I should adjust the metaphors to establish a more broad reach! Thanks again

That's it exactly... wherever the fight goes! The legal force continuum is a clear description of the tiers of training an individual should have - starting from a strong presence and confident command voice, and ending with the ultimate decision... but most importantly is everything in between!

Thank you my friend! Love watching your videos as well. Hopefully the right people will follow us both and we can provide some benefit to help others learn what a healthy academy looks like!

Thank you sir

Thank you sir

Thank you my friend! I always look forward to your videos and appreciate you taking the time to check out my page as well!