I'm heading into my first tournament as a white belt who has trained gi only so far. I am planning to do some nogi rolling leading up to it since I'm competing in both. I have a couple months. Any advice?
sgtbowe, post: 61979, member: 32921
I'm heading into my first tournament as a white belt who has trained gi only so far. I am planning to do some nogi rolling leading up to it since I'm competing in both. I have a couple months. Any advice?
KBejdough, post: 61980, member: 28654
Hey, Congrats on competing first of all. Train the techniques that your going to use, also work on your cardio you could do sprints that going to help you. Work on your breathing too. Jiu Jitsu Is all about concepts, less strength, more techniques. Good Luck
My advice is to now worry about winning or losing. There is so much of a learning curve the first time you compete. Where are you supposed to be? When are you supposed to be there? When do you warm up? When do you weigh in? What is the proper procedure for stepping on the mat. The list goes on.
For that reason, approach your first tournament as a learning experience. Don't go in with pressure or expectations to do well. Just focus on learning how it all works and, more importantly, having a good time.
You've got this! I hope you have a blast.
If you’re fighting in the older brackets sounds like you’re on point. Where I’m from there are sometimes not enough old fellas to warrant an masters bracket even, so I end up in the adult division. To be honest, that’s where I’ve learned the most. Saying that, I coach my older guys to be solid in their knowledge of common submission attempts, what they feel like and when to tap. If you’re a hobbyist, like most of us older crew, than staying healthy is paramount and knowing when to tap is key. If you’re an individual who likes a challenge but keeps their cool you’re golden. If you like to push your edges a bit, it’s good to challenge that before the tournament and save yourself an injury when you doggedly refuse to tap to that kimura. Otherwise, have fun. The feeling of battle, even these little safe ones, is super fun.
sgtbowe, post: 61979, member: 32921
I'm heading into my first tournament as a white belt who has trained gi only so far. I am planning to do some nogi rolling leading up to it since I'm competing in both. I have a couple months. Any advice?