My Newest Black Belt (Started BJJ at 40, Black Belt by 50)

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  • Опубліковано 6 лис 2022
  • This is a short clip from the belt promotions we did at my gym back in October 2022. In the clip you'll see me promote one of my students to Black Belt. It's been around 10 years since he started and he's been one of the most consistent people on the mats even being 40 when he started BJJ and is now 50 years old. He's had some injuries along the way and kept coming and gotten very good at Brazilian Jiu-jitsu.
    In the video I also share why I try to give Black Belts that I wear to my students when I promote them.
    Just a sneak peek from inside the gym.
    -Chewy
    P.S Sorry about the kids in the background. I know the noise can be a bit much. They were playing on the other side of the gym and I didn't think the mic would pic it up as much as it did.
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  • @ChristopherCarpenter
    @ChristopherCarpenter Рік тому +161

    The older grapplers need more love!!

  • @DanielBPastor
    @DanielBPastor Рік тому +38

    Congratulations from a 62-year-old blue belt. That’s awesome!

  • @jacquelinetung5102
    @jacquelinetung5102 Рік тому +151

    So inspiring, I started when I was 40 also, hopefully I’ll make it to black belt one day!

  • @meatshank2104
    @meatshank2104 Рік тому +14

    Just hit 50 and just started, Black belt by 60 is the goal! Congratulations

    • @shaneross3319
      @shaneross3319 Рік тому

      Right behind you brother I am a 48 almost 49yr old Blue Belt.

  • @fwhitey7686
    @fwhitey7686 Рік тому +2

    Great video for us old farts lol. I started at 40 as well and fast forward 3 years I’m a recently promoted blue. I’m under no illusions I’ll ever get to black, with the whole work, kids, life thing, but I still enjoy it so who knows. But it really is nice to see one of us old farts reach that level. Good job amigo!

  • @benbush7838
    @benbush7838 Рік тому +1

    Started at 43. Immediately fell in love with the process. This video made a few tears roll
    Off my cheek. Congratulations

  • @nathanbaker9816
    @nathanbaker9816 Рік тому +50

    I’m a 55 year old blue belt started at 53 I struggle with the grind mentally and physically but I also love it truthfully the mental aspect is the worst for me but what I’ve come to learn is l’m not alone younger Guys and Gal’s go through the same struggle
    Stay humble and committed

    • @JIbanez1989
      @JIbanez1989 Рік тому

      OSS!

    • @grim_ghost141
      @grim_ghost141 9 місяців тому

      im now 42, got my blue belt 7 years ago, life happened, and im trying to get back in again. the metals will get you. but were all in his together.

    • @govtom4
      @govtom4 8 місяців тому

      I’m 56, too, bro. Two stripe blue. Keep with it. Stay hard, MFers.

    • @michaelingram8056
      @michaelingram8056 5 місяців тому +1

      I'm 49 and want to start but a) would just feel ridiculous, and b) worry about being extremely sore all the friggin time. . .

    • @govtom4
      @govtom4 5 місяців тому

      @@michaelingram8056 You get used to it. It’s a non-factor, actually. Wish I was 42, too.

  • @theyankeesamurai23
    @theyankeesamurai23 Рік тому +12

    Just started my journey at 28, I rarely choke up with UA-cam vids, but man seeing a person who is at an age that is "past their prime" achieve one of the hardest goals within the martial arts world is a massive inspiration. Really makes me understand to trust the process more than anything.

  • @epicwhovian
    @epicwhovian Рік тому +67

    I’m just starting my journey at 35. This is so inspiring and motivating! What an accomplishment! Congrats!

    • @twinsunpredator7998
      @twinsunpredator7998 Рік тому +1

      started at 345 ,, 39 now , keep the grind bro

    • @cynthiageskes1457
      @cynthiageskes1457 Рік тому

      Thank you for the encouragement and you too keep at it!!

    • @richrodriguez8520
      @richrodriguez8520 Рік тому +3

      Awesome I started at 35 too. Im 48 now, been a blackbelt for 3 years. Enjoy the journey

  • @garciasigns
    @garciasigns Рік тому +2

    I started a week after my 40th….5 years in & I’m still a blue belt. Trained consistently for the first 4 years but no where near as much as I would’ve liked the last year because of Covid lockdowns/birth of my 2nd child & now a torn medial meniscus. Looking to start going minimum 3 times a week next year. Can’t wait to push myself again in this beautiful art that is BJJ. Congrats to the gentleman in this video…..must be an incredible feeling receiving that black belt. ☺️👊🏼🥋

  • @Mithrandir69
    @Mithrandir69 Рік тому +46

    Congratulations brother. I started at 42, and am about to hit purple next month. I hope my body holds out!

    • @ThePaulkitchen
      @ThePaulkitchen Рік тому +2

      How do you know you're about to hit purple?

    • @Mithrandir69
      @Mithrandir69 Рік тому +2

      @@ThePaulkitchen Winter grading is in December, and my coach doesn't put a lot of stock in surprises lol.

    • @EricVuTran
      @EricVuTran Рік тому +1

      are u adding weight training to your training?

    • @Mithrandir69
      @Mithrandir69 Рік тому +2

      @@EricVuTran I do some calisthenics, rehab and weight training, but it's too inconsistent. It's really tough to get that extra time. I'm up at 5am and in bed around 11-12, and I never stop. BJJ is the only real leisure time I have.

  • @Bryan.Conley
    @Bryan.Conley Рік тому +34

    Congrats Chris! As a 39 year old thats coming up with a million excuses not to get back on the mats this was inspiring.

    • @Alessandro-hu4iy
      @Alessandro-hu4iy 9 місяців тому

      39 here also, just started this week. Just do it.

    • @EliteForceLHP
      @EliteForceLHP 7 місяців тому

      Keep going, brother! I've been training for over 14 years now. Train at 70-80% and enjoy the journey! OSS 👊

    • @tamsi___-op
      @tamsi___-op 6 місяців тому

      @@Alessandro-hu4iynice job

  • @3nt3rtain
    @3nt3rtain Рік тому +2

    43 here... 4 stripe blue... this video is exactly what this older bjj player needed to see... Truly inspiring.

    • @godisnotinvisible
      @godisnotinvisible Рік тому +1

      You're almost at the point that is for some of us our wildest dreams. When did you start? You're inspiring people you don't even know, keep going. Oss.

    • @3nt3rtain
      @3nt3rtain Рік тому

      @godisnotinvisible I've been at it about 5 years. I have done many martial arts my whole life, and I have maintained my body to the best of my ability naturally. I add that 2nd part because without that foundation, I doubt I'd be where I am. Honestly, the grind is real, brother. Thank you for your kind words 🙏🏼.

  • @garysmith2983
    @garysmith2983 Рік тому +3

    Started last year at 57. About a year to go to blue belt. Still give the twenty somethings a run for their money. Surviving 5 minutes now with the blue and odd purple belts. Think I’ll be this choked up when I get the blue. Congratulations on the black. Massive achievement at any age. I highly recommend BJJ for older guys, great for mobility and the band of brothers and sisters.

  • @dl6225
    @dl6225 Рік тому +4

    Nice work. I started at 45. I just turned 50 in August, I'm also the oldest at my gym aside from 1 coach. I'm also one of the lightest at 150lb. Its been a wild ride but I love it, my whole family trains, my 47y/o wife and our 14 y/o son. Just repeat the mantra 'a black belt is a white belt who never quit', the journey is amazing....PROUD WORK Sir!! Chewey your channel/ site is an inspiration and invaluable resource. Thank you!!

  • @ChoonMa
    @ChoonMa Рік тому +7

    What an awesome moment! It gives blue-belt me hope!

  • @medicineandbrazilianjiujit8511
    @medicineandbrazilianjiujit8511 Рік тому +12

    Congrats!
    Putting your body through that grind in the 5th decade of life.
    Inspiring!

  • @Pensivelyexpensive
    @Pensivelyexpensive Рік тому +3

    Congrats man! It’s never too late!

  • @HollyDollyTakahani
    @HollyDollyTakahani Рік тому +1

    Seeing this is actually changing my perspective. Thank you so so so much for posting ❤

  • @iknowbetter
    @iknowbetter Рік тому

    Genuily brought a tear to my eyes!! Congrats Chris!!!

  • @danielcho3270
    @danielcho3270 Рік тому

    Congrats! I can feel how much this meant to you bro! Well done and keep it up. Thanks for sharing this.

  • @WestHamParker8
    @WestHamParker8 Рік тому

    Wow this was really awesome. So much emotions wrapped into this moment

  • @obviousgiant4568
    @obviousgiant4568 Рік тому +1

    Congrats Chris. Something to be really proud of.

  • @lukegodbold6696
    @lukegodbold6696 Рік тому

    Love to see these. So moving. Congrats brother!!

  • @fastrrcbr
    @fastrrcbr Рік тому

    Chewy, i loved your opening speech, so powerful and true, LOVE IT, and congrats to your newest black belt.

  • @lucabalossino
    @lucabalossino Рік тому

    amazing dedication! respect!

  • @phobowl
    @phobowl Рік тому

    Outstanding! 👏👏👏

  • @Hugo-ms4mx
    @Hugo-ms4mx Рік тому +2

    Congratulation, truly an inspiring accomplishment

  • @James-sm1lh
    @James-sm1lh Рік тому

    So awesome Congrats Brother!!!!

  • @MP-je9lv
    @MP-je9lv Рік тому

    Congratulations Chris!

  • @hanscarlson7866
    @hanscarlson7866 Рік тому

    Congratulations!!!

  • @tortaninja2
    @tortaninja2 Рік тому

    I love these types of vids man! Congratulations!!

  • @alvinwitherspoon5960
    @alvinwitherspoon5960 Рік тому

    Congratulations!!!!!

  • @athosdalvarek918
    @athosdalvarek918 Рік тому +3

    Congrats!

  • @zoll5534
    @zoll5534 Рік тому

    So awesome. Respect.

  • @dbedford007
    @dbedford007 Рік тому

    Congrats! Chris!

  • @JabariiWalker
    @JabariiWalker Рік тому

    Inspirational. Seriously.

  • @Ronaldinho10101
    @Ronaldinho10101 Рік тому +6

    Sounded interesting but couldn't hear a thing because of the kids in the background 🥲

  • @bencll
    @bencll Рік тому

    Awesome, congratulations 🎉

  • @krynico8451
    @krynico8451 Рік тому +4

    Awesome I fell in love with Jujitsu because of videos like this ...the brotherhood...the comradery... The journey..this channel...Congrats to him for the accomplishments..This is just a new beginning to his Jujitsu journey...Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu till the death of us.🙏🏽👍🏽🥋🤼💀 ⚰

  • @stevenconnolly28
    @stevenconnolly28 Рік тому

    That's inspirational. Well done sir

  • @vyndaio
    @vyndaio Рік тому +1

    Congrats Chris, what an incredible accomplishment! Absolutely inspiring!

  • @g9quito
    @g9quito Рік тому +1

    So glad to see this!!!, started at 39 after a pulmonar embolia, 41 now and already a blue belt. I won't stop till I die. Good job sir!.

  • @MrMastin
    @MrMastin Рік тому

    Hell yeah, congrats.

  • @shaneross3319
    @shaneross3319 Рік тому

    That is alot of Black Belts and KNOWLEDGE if i am ever near yall i have got to stop in!

  • @eddymardirosian2542
    @eddymardirosian2542 Рік тому

    This is awesome!

  • @dimitrisk.875
    @dimitrisk.875 Рік тому

    Congrats, keep it up, oss!

  • @evexotics
    @evexotics Рік тому

    Congratulations sir!!

  • @georgecabral4921
    @georgecabral4921 Рік тому +1

    Congratulations!

  • @ButtScootBJJ
    @ButtScootBJJ Рік тому +4

    I’m 40 and just started training BJJ. I dive into everything I do at 100% full speed. I bought a few Gi’s and paid for an entire year up front. I have enough time to be at the academy as much as 8 times per week. My goal is to make it to Black Belt in 8 years. I’m not gonna beat myself up if I don’t get there in that time frame, this is just a goal I have set for myself. I’ll grow as fast as my Professors see fit. But I’m in shape, I’m athletic, I eat right and take care of my body and learn really fast. So I think it’s attainable.

  • @joejitsu4444
    @joejitsu4444 Рік тому

    That's awesome! Congrats, brother. Welcome to the club!

  • @cynthiageskes1457
    @cynthiageskes1457 Рік тому +14

    Congratulations! I will be 60 in a few days, started about 8 years ago and became a brown belt 5 months ago. Last week I decided I was going to quit. I felt like I couldn't keep up with the 20 -30 year olds and if I did well it wasn't from years of rolling it was because they were going easy on me - a 'pity party', which I don't want. I could not accept my limitations. However, I do love Jiu Jitsu. I told my Coach about quitting. He definitely was not pleased. He has encouraged me for many years- (whenever I have doubts like now). He once again convinced me not to quit. BUT - I still am very sad about my age etc and it's always in my mind that if I just quit I would not have to think about it.

    • @96money96
      @96money96 Рік тому +4

      Don’t quit!!! You’re almost there!

    • @deifor
      @deifor Рік тому +1

      Just think, Cynthia, how much worse you'd have it if you wering training. Maybe allow yourself to take a vacation, relax and do nothing, and then come back with renewed energy. osss

    • @cynthiageskes1457
      @cynthiageskes1457 Рік тому +1

      @@deifor Hi, good, sensible advice- I have thought about taking a break, but I kind of work like that saying 'an object in motion will stay I motion..etc'. I have taken a break 2× - once for rotator cuff surgery- about 4.5 months- the other, Covid shutdown. Aside from those pretty much train 4-6×/week. I get paranoid that others will get 'ahead' of me. So either I'm in or I'm out (yes, not necessarily sensible)

    • @juandenz2008
      @juandenz2008 Рік тому +5

      An aging body can definitely make things more challenging. On the other hand you have to ask yourself what made you want to take the BJJ journey in the first place ? If it is no longer rewarding then there is no harm in devoting your resources to another activity. On the other hand if you still feel like you can get a lot from BJJ, maybe you just need to reduce your training frequency a bit to prevent burnout. 4-6x / week is quite a lot. It's probably a mistake to try and compare yourself to others too much. Sometimes I feel like there is too much focus on the competitive nature of BJJ as opposed to each person focusing on their own personal growth.

    • @deifor
      @deifor Рік тому

      @@juandenz2008 I agree.

  • @elbensvibez
    @elbensvibez Рік тому +1

    Awesome!! I started at 34 and was thinking I may never make it to black belt and this def gave me the push and inspiration to keep showing up and keep working!

  • @Downwithfitness
    @Downwithfitness Рік тому +1

    Such an inspiration. It’s the path I feel I am walking now. Started 2 years ago just before turning 40 and as a blue belt, I cant get enough, but I train consistently 3x per week every week. The idea in my head was to hit black belt by the time I turn 50…. This just shows again that staying the course can make that a reality. Love seeing stuff like this. ❤

  • @learnkeys357
    @learnkeys357 Рік тому

    Congrats Chris 💪🏾

  • @WholeOtherLevelOutdoors
    @WholeOtherLevelOutdoors Рік тому +3

    Congratulations

  • @philkowalski9504
    @philkowalski9504 Рік тому

    Wholesome!

  • @davidboyle9732
    @davidboyle9732 Рік тому

    congratulations sir!

  • @Brandon-ob9rg
    @Brandon-ob9rg Рік тому

    Amazing!

  • @78logistics
    @78logistics Рік тому

    Well done Sir!

  • @drawwithfiggly459
    @drawwithfiggly459 Рік тому

    Wow so many students ❤🎉!

  • @808BJJ_Black_Belt
    @808BJJ_Black_Belt Рік тому

    Congrats brother 🎉🙌🏻❤️

  • @Georgeamarustudios
    @Georgeamarustudios Рік тому +1

    Very inspirational. I too started at 40 (currently 42 y.o. Blue Belt), so it’s nice to know there’s hope for Black Belt even for those of us starting later.

  • @BrMg01
    @BrMg01 9 місяців тому

    Congrats Sir, that's my Goal for the next 10 yrs of my life. I'm 42 I started couple weeks ago.

  • @jazzbo1000
    @jazzbo1000 Рік тому

    Congrats on your great accomplishment

  • @spire393
    @spire393 Місяць тому

    Im 81 and have just started. I am loving it, and my wife, Esmay is considering giving up lawn bowls for something a little less harsh on the old body.

  • @AR-hb7lk
    @AR-hb7lk Рік тому

    Beautiful, congratulations

  • @boerinlondon
    @boerinlondon Рік тому +2

    Well done mate! I started a year ago aged 46. Still working on that blue belt!

  • @tomahawktom7595
    @tomahawktom7595 Рік тому

    Good job man, congratulations

  • @todd2324
    @todd2324 Рік тому +22

    Was a little hard to hear, especially with the kids in the back, but congratulations.

  • @brazilianjiujitsuincorporated

    A big congratulations 👏
    Welcome to the club
    🥋✊️💪🙏

  • @Mr.Bamboo41
    @Mr.Bamboo41 Рік тому

    wow so inspiring. I cried with him while watching this video.

  • @sufianal-mukhtar2888
    @sufianal-mukhtar2888 Рік тому +1

    Massive respect. I started a year ago at 46 years old. The hardest most frustrating but greatest thing I've ever attempted.

  • @atrain670
    @atrain670 Рік тому +2

    This honestly made me tear up. I started three years ago, at age 49, just got my blue belt (after losing 9 months to a lower back injury and a torn ACL, still going at 52, but can only roll twice a week due to family commitments. But I am in it to the very end, until my body fully breaks down later due to old age. Hoping to get my black belt somewhere around 62-64 yrs old, barring any more brutal injuries. ✌🏼

  • @Kooltrex
    @Kooltrex Рік тому

    This is amazing

  • @djchile1
    @djchile1 Рік тому

    💯👊🏽🔥gives me hope

  • @chrisburnett4552
    @chrisburnett4552 Рік тому +1

    I am a 42 Yr old Purple Belt. This will hopefully be me by 50. Never Stop Training. Congrats Chris

  • @mariomantilla287
    @mariomantilla287 Рік тому

    Mad respect. Pray I have that kind of drive and energy at that age.

  • @FR-ty5vn
    @FR-ty5vn Рік тому +2

    Beautiful ❤❤❤❤ - as an even older grappler, I’m inspired 🎉

  • @WilliamHickey1994
    @WilliamHickey1994 Рік тому

    Congratulations 😊

  • @checkpointcharlie7494
    @checkpointcharlie7494 Рік тому

    This is huge motivation for me. I started a month ago and I am 40. Congrats sir!

  • @handsomestik
    @handsomestik Рік тому

    Congrats bro

  • @Isa-wz5qm
    @Isa-wz5qm Рік тому

    Well done 👍

  • @MCSizzle1116
    @MCSizzle1116 Рік тому

    Started my journey at 32, I keep telling myself that I’ll get there one day. This is such an inspiring video to see. Much love

  • @bookofdaveandsteve
    @bookofdaveandsteve Рік тому

    Came here for a touching moment (which I got!) but I re-watched it for Adam's death stare at the start. Great stuff all round 👍

  • @perryBJJ
    @perryBJJ Рік тому

    Congratulation to both student and coach.
    -- It's just as rewarding for a coach to promote a loyal student to black belt as it is to earn a black belt!

  • @user-uk9er5vw4c
    @user-uk9er5vw4c Рік тому

    congrats to that guy!

  • @davedave7038
    @davedave7038 Рік тому +1

    dude you have so many people apart of your gym very impressive

  • @yartysparty
    @yartysparty Рік тому +2

    BJJ is amazing. Congrats!

  • @Hangar1318
    @Hangar1318 Рік тому +1

    I'm 37. I started 4 months back. I've been doing 4 days a week. This is inspiring. Especially the fact that at 40+ years old he trained 6-7 times a week.

  • @tededo
    @tededo Рік тому

    Smile Nick !!!

  • @Negrisimox
    @Negrisimox Рік тому

    Congrats 😁

  • @vidform
    @vidform Рік тому

    I think the reason a lot of people are starting BJJ so late in life is because when they were younger, most of them didn't know much about it. I think the awareness of BJJ came in 4 distinct waves:
    1. Televised UFC/MMA matches
    2. The rise in violent crime prompting you to learn self defense
    3. Tired of the same old fitness routines and wanting something different
    4. The enormous amount of UA-cam videos that espouse the benefits of the sport
    If it weren't for YT videos, I think many still wouldn't try bjj. The videos are very helpful in filling in the gaps of information on why people should try it.

  • @shanecochran8544
    @shanecochran8544 Рік тому +1

    I'm starting next week at 33 so this is so inspiring!

  • @ARAFGRACIE999
    @ARAFGRACIE999 Рік тому +1

    That dark black coloured belt everyone likes to have

  • @L0stAtLast
    @L0stAtLast Рік тому

    Well said. I started at 41, I’m 49 now. I’m going to draw a little inspiration from this here. Thanks for sharing.

  • @j.bernard752
    @j.bernard752 Рік тому

    Congratulations profé. That there is no small task. 10 yrs at 50 y/o. Great job warrior!

  • @Guywithair2
    @Guywithair2 Рік тому

    Good to know ever gym has kids on promotion day lol. Congrats on your black belt!

  • @kyle52245
    @kyle52245 Рік тому

    The kids being maniacs in the background make it more authentic

  • @MarcusOryanus
    @MarcusOryanus Рік тому +1

    I'm a 40 year old blue belt! This is awesome!!!