R — Bjj

When you survive the reality of BJJ, you realize you can survive anything. The real world is a lot less scary when you know you can escape bottom side control.

But here is the kicker:

Oss. (But only if you mean it.)

The fantasy says you will never tap. The reality says you tap five times a round, but you learn resilience. The fantasy says technique trumps strength. The reality says strength with technique is unbeatable—so you better get stronger. The fantasy says BJJ is a family. The reality says it is a tribe. Families have fights, drama, and politics. Tribes bleed together and then go get acai bowls.

Because the is better than the fantasy.

If you have spent more than five minutes on the mats, you have probably heard the old saying: “Jiu-Jitsu is for the little guy.” Or the classic: “It’s human chess.” Or the ever-popular: “BJJ changes lives.”

So stop looking for the magic trick. Wash your belt. Tape your fingers. And get on the mats. When you survive the reality of BJJ, you

hurts. It smells like a wrestling room mixed with desperation. It costs too much money. It takes too much time. And it will absolutely humble you in front of your friends.