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Older Grapplers: Choose Your Training Partners Wisely

Gary Berger — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:33:52 +0000

Who you roll with really matters — especially as an older grappler. The wrong partner can cause injuries and setbacks, while the right one helps you stay on the mats for years.

In this clip, black belt instructor Marc Barton shares Tip #1 from his Top 5 Tips for Older Grapplers video. A former emergency medicine doctor who started BJJ at 30 and earned his black belt at 40, Marc now trains and teaches full-time at 49 — stronger and more resilient than ever.

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The Complete Underhook Half Guard System – Sweeps & Back Takes

Gary Berger — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:30:14 +0000

In this video, Miad Najafi shares his Half Guard Underhook Series, filmed at the Jiu Jitsu Brotherhood Super Seminar at @KingstonJiuJitsu

This sequence builds a complete game from one of Jiu Jitsu’s most reliable positions — the underhook half guard.

Miad covers:
– Battle for the Underhook
– Simple Back Take
– Roll Under Sweep
– Ankle Hook Sweep
– Limp Arm Back Take
– Backstep Counter

Miad is the head instructor at Centre Line Jiu Jitsu in Worthing: https://www.worthingmartialarts.co.uk

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Film production: Baran Çırakoğlu

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Quick Look: Gubber Guard

Gary Berger — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:49:39 +0000

Here’s Cole from Vanquish Jiu Jitsu Belfast showing the Gubber Guard.
This creative guard variation mixes elements of lapel guard and rubber guard, but without needing extreme flexibility. It gives you strong control plus plenty of sweep and submission options. Watch how he sets it up.

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BJJ Over 40, 50 & Beyond | Tips for Older Grapplers

Gary Berger — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 11:30:03 +0000

Are you training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in your 40s, 50s, or even 60s? This video is all about how older grapplers can stay healthy, avoid injuries, and keep improving on the mats.

I’m Marc Barton – black belt, full-time instructor, and former emergency medicine doctor. I started BJJ at 30, earned my black belt at 40, and now at 49 I feel stronger and more resilient than ever. In this video, I share my Top 5 Tips for Older Grapplers – practical advice backed by science and experience.

What you’ll learn:
How to choose training partners wisely and avoid unnecessary injuries
Why strength training off the mats is essential after 40
The best mobility and warm-up routines for older grapplers
Nutrition strategies that actually improve recovery and performance
Why sleep is the ultimate recovery tool for BJJ longevity

These tips are for anyone training BJJ later in life – whether you’re a beginner starting at 40+, a seasoned grappler in your 50s or 60s, or just someone who wants to train smarter and roll for years to come.

Who this video is for:
• BJJ beginners starting later in life
• Grapplers over 40, 50, and beyond
• Instructors who want to help older students train safely
• Anyone interested in injury prevention and Jiu Jitsu longevity

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment if you’ve got your own tips for training BJJ as an older grappler.

Want even more help improving your Jiu Jitsu? Download the free How to Suck Less at Jiu Jitsu eBook here: https://www.jiujitsubrotherhood.com/pages/how-to-suck-less-at-jiu-jitsu

Massive thanks to the legendary @jamescooperbtx for making this video possible!

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References & Further Reading

Tip #1: Training Partners & Injury Risk:
– Scoggin JF, Brusovanik G, Izuka BH, Zand MS, Rettig AC. (2014). Assessment of injuries during Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition. Orthop J Sports Med, 2(2):2325967114522184.
– Andreato LV, Lara FJD, Andrade A, Branco BHM. (2017). Physical and physiological profiles of Brazilian jiu-jitsu athletes. Sport Sci Health, 13:157–165.

Tip #2: Strength Training & Longevity:
– Westcott WL. (2012). Resistance training is medicine: effects of strength training on health. Curr Sports Med Rep, 11(4):209–216.
– Momma H, Kawakami R, Honda T, Sawada SS. (2022). Muscle-strengthening activities are associated with lower risk and mortality in major non-communicable diseases: a systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies. Br J Sports Med, 56(13):755–763.
– Fragala MS, et al. (2019). Resistance training for older adults: position statement from the National Strength and Conditioning Association. J Strength Cond Res, 33(8):2019–2052.

Tip #3: Mobility & Warm-Ups:
– Behm DG, Chaouachi A. (2011). A review of the acute effects of static and dynamic stretching on performance and injury prevention. J Strength Cond Res, 25(12):327–341.
– Herman K, Barton C, Malliaras P, Morrissey D. (2012). The effectiveness of neuromuscular warm-up strategies, that require no additional equipment, for preventing lower limb injuries during sports participation. Br J Sports Med, 46(14):103–110.

Tip #4: Nutrition & Recovery:
– Morton RW, et al. (2018). A systematic review, meta-analysis and meta-regression of the effect of protein supplementation on resistance training-induced gains in muscle mass and strength in healthy adults. Br J Sports Med, 52(6):376–384.
– Monteiro CA, et al. (2019). Ultra-processed foods: what they are and how to identify them. Public Health Nutr, 22(5):936–941.

Tip #5: Sleep & Recovery:
– Walker M. (2017). Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams. Scribner.
– Fullagar HHK, Skorski S, Duffield R, Hammes D, Coutts AJ, Meyer T. (2015). Sleep and athletic performance: the effects of sleep loss on exercise performance, and physiological and cognitive responses to exercise. Sports Med, 45(2):161–186.
– Mah CD, Mah KE, Kezirian EJ, Dement WC. (2011). The effects of sleep extension on the athletic performance of collegiate basketball players. Sleep, 34(7):943–950.
– Spiegel K, Leproult R, Van Cauter E. (1999). Impact of sleep debt on metabolic and endocrine function. Lancet, 354(9188):1435–1439.

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Leigh’s No Gi Ghost Escape → D’Arce

Gary Berger — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 08:17:25 +0000

Leigh takes the Ghost Escape into no-gi territory.

He pairs it with the Phantom escape and shows how to flow straight into a tight D’Arce choke. A smooth link-up between escapes and attacks that every no-gi player should know.

Want more from Leigh? He co-wrote our free ebook How to Suck Less at Jiu Jitsu. Grab it here: https://www.jiujitsubrotherhood.com/pages/how-to-suck-less-at-jiu-jitsu

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Protect and Heal Your Neck in Jiu Jitsu | Grappler’s Longevity Program

Gary Berger — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 07:12:39 +0000

Struggling with neck pain from rolling? In this episode, 3rd-degree black belt and UK-registered osteopath Miad Najafi breaks down how the cervical spine works, why grapplers get neck issues (flexion, compression, stacking, guillotines), and a 20-minute routine of safe mobility, stability, and traction-style drills to help you protect and heal your neck so you can train longer.

What you’ll learn:
– Key neck anatomy for grapplers and common injury mechanisms
– Movement essentials: flexion, extension, rotation, side-bending, shear, distraction
– A step-by-step programme you can use between sessions to reduce stiffness and build resilience
– Smart ergonomics and recovery tips to keep rolling consistently

Learn more:
Centre Line Jiu Jitsu → https://www.worthingmartialarts.co.uk
Mayfair Osteopathy Pain and Injury Clinic → https://mayfairosteopathy.com

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#BJJ #NeckPain #GrapplersLongevity

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Ghost Escape in the Gi | Avoid the Paper Cutter 👻

Gary Berger — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 09:30:02 +0000

Marc breaks down the Ghost Escape from side control in the gi, including how to avoid traps like the paper cutter choke. Pay attention to the details — small adjustments make this escape work smoothly

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Using Kazushi to Hit the Ankle Pick

Gary Berger — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 10:00:16 +0000

In this follow-up clip, BJJ black belt Leigh Remedios revisits the ankle pick sweep from seated guard — this time highlighting the principle of Kazushi, or off-balancing, from Judo.

Filmed at the Jiu Jitsu Brotherhood Super Seminar, Leigh explains how to create just enough forward pressure to disrupt your opponent’s base, making the sweep easier, cleaner, and far more reliable. A great example of how classic Judo concepts apply beautifully to modern BJJ guard work.

This video was filmed at the 2023 JJB Network Spring Super Seminar hosted by @KingstonJiuJitsu . You can learn more about the JJB Club Network here: https://www.jiujitsubrotherhood.com/pages/jiu-jitsu-brotherhood-club-network

Leigh Remedios is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Traditional Ju Jitsu and Tae Kwon Do. He is a prolific competitor and has competed internationally in martial arts, including the UFC and Polaris. He has won several prestigious competitions, including the NAGA United Kingdom Grappling Championship belt and European IBJJF no-gi gold medals. Leigh runs a Jiu Jitsu and MMA Academy in Wiltshire, UK: http://www.vtjj.co.uk

Film production: Baran Çırakoğlu

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Being the uke seemed like a good idea…

Gary Berger — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 08:15:03 +0000

Cole demoing and answering questions about the invisible lapel choke at the @KingstonJiuJitsu seminar. Rob doing his best as uke… and slowly regretting all his life choices

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Collar Grip to Ankle Pick

Gary Berger — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 08:24:22 +0000

BJJ black belt Leigh Remedios demonstrates a slick ankle pick from seated guard, triggered by your opponent’s reaction to the collar grip. By using timing and simple mechanics, this sweep catches people off guard — especially when they respond in the way most do.

This video was filmed at the 2023 JJB Network Spring Super Seminar hosted by @KingstonJiuJitsu You can learn more about the JJB Club Network here: https://www.jiujitsubrotherhood.com/pages/jiu-jitsu-brotherhood-club-network

Film production: Baran Çırakoğlu

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