It is normal to feel nervous and intimidated before attending your very first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu lesson regardless of your martial arts or sports background. If you just learn these five things in advance and remember them later, you will feel more comfortable and at ease. Have a nice BJJ class!

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When you enter the class and have a look around, you will see beginners just like you and advanced warriors. You will notice the distinctive features of advanced fighters such as their faded belts or cauliflower ears. And on the other side, there will be new students with flashy white belts. In a situation like this, it is common to feel out of place, but remember that everyone had a very first day which they would tell with a smile on their faces.

Nevertheless, it is comforting to know that those advanced fighters know the challenges you have to face and respect you since you have made the decision to start your Brazilian Jiu Jitsu journey. In the end, you both contribute to growing the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu culture and you are on the same side. Your determination will take you further just like them.

In the beginning, you may feel like you are disturbing the coaches or the upper belts, but the fact is if you are accepted to the class, you have every right to request extra guidance and help. Do not hesitate to ask them if you need to watch that move again…

You are not disturbing anyone.

Actually, you are the new missionary that will spread the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu culture. Your participation and contribution are vital. An upper belt Brazilian Jiu Jitsu fighter should know how to teach and as you can guess, instructors can not perfect their teaching abilities without students. Your course payments help to keep the studio running and provide an opportunity for instructors to make a decent living.

Most advanced fighters enjoy helping new students as teaching is vital for perfection in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu culture. Of course, there may be exceptions but an upper belt actually indicates an individual who loves and dedicates his life to Jiu Jitsu. So in harmony with number 2 above, feel free to ask for help and guidance on the mat.

Masters of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu mostly apply the basic Jiu Jitsu principles and moves either on the mat, in the cage, or on the streets. Learning the fundamentals are far more important than practicing some trendy and flash moves. In the end, your excel in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu depends on your basic knowledge. Once you build a solid foundation, you can continue to more advanced techniques in detail.

Do not push yourself too hard at the beginning as a newbie as there is no such thing as learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in two months. Build a strong lifelong relationship with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since it will provide you practices from strength to stretch that your body will need throughout the years. From childhood to adult life.

Training 3 to 4 times a week will lead to better results in the long run. Just keep your interest, love, and determination alive. Instead of overtraining, decide a schedule with your instructor that will benefit you most. 

Never forget that mastery is a mindset.

Yes, it will be difficult at the beginning. Yes, you feel strange on that first day. But if you remember these five key points, you will be always one step ahead. Welcome to the world of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.