🥋 Old for what?

#fbf 2025 @ibjjf Master Worlds
Coach: @rodrigo_cf_feijao 🫡

How many times have you heard someone say: “I’m too old for this”?

But old for what, exactly? Competing? Challenging yourself? Evolving?

When I started competing in the ’90s, things were very different. If I’m not mistaken, at the very first Brazilian Nationals in 1994, the Masters divisions only went up to what we called Senior 1 (today’s Master 2 — 36 to 40 years old). That was it.

Fast forward to today: IBJJF already has divisions all the way to Master 7 (61+)… and soon, Master 8 (66+) will be a reality. Why? Because so many practitioners are proving that age doesn’t mean slowing down — it means adapting, learning, and still showing up.

I’ll be 51 in a couple of months, and honestly, I never imagined I’d still be pushing myself on the competition mats at this age. Yet here we are. The sport is evolving, and so are we.

So the real question is: Old for what?

👉 Save this post as a reminder that age doesn’t define your ceiling — your mindset does. And if you’re a Masters competitor who wants tools to compete authentically and keep growing on and off the mats, check out The BJJ Mental Coach Masters Community. Link in bio.

#thebjjmentalcoach #ibjjf #bjj #authenticity

Do you watch or study Jiu-Jitsu? 👀🥋

Since I’m a Jiu-Jitsu nerd, I prefer to study more than just watch. I love breaking down matches and sharing lessons — whether in classes at @gdjiujitsuacademy or at seminars like yesterday @riversbjj in Lawrence, Kansas.

In this short clip, I break down one of my matches from the 2025 @ibjjf Pan Championship and highlight the importance of awareness when the referee says “parou!” to reset a position.

If you want the full breakdown, it’s already available inside The BJJ Mental Coach Masters Community — a space created for Masters competitors to sharpen their mindset, access online courses, join live classes, and get exclusive content designed to help you perform as your most authentic self on and off the mats.

👉https://www.thebjjmentalcoach.com/the-bjj-mental-coach-community

• 📖 My new book, Inner Discovery for Outer Success – Available in print, e-book, and audiobook, with 10 rules to integrate authenticity and performance in Jiu-Jitsu and beyond. https://geni.us/thebjjmentalcoach

• 📲 Instagram Broadcast Channel – Inner Discovery for Outer Success with daily positive messages on personal development and stoicism. https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbZ7d2xnHM0Butzv/

• 🌐 The BJJ Mental Coach Masters Community – Online courses, monthly classes with me, exclusive interviews, and a supportive group of like-minded practitioners. https://www.thebjjmentalcoach.com/the-bjj-mental-coach-community

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Have you ever trained so hard for a tournament that instead of peaking, your body broke down? 💥 That happened to me in my How High Can You Fly? journey — and it cost me at the @ibjjf World Master Championship final.

That’s why I’m hosting a free webinar, Master BJJ Competitor 👴🏼 vs. Overtraining 🥵, to share my story and give you tools to avoid (or recover from) this common mistake.

📺 Premiere: Saturday, Sept 20, 2025 — 8 AM MST on The BJJ Mental Coach YouTube channel. Don’t miss it!

“World Class performance starts with World class mindset!”
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🎉 Mais um Master Worlds para a história!

Quem foi o competidor que mais se destacou para você? Marca ele(a) aqui 👇
Quer ver o meu destaque? Assista ao vídeo! 🎥

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2025 Campeonato Brasileiro/Brazilian Nationals @cbjj-confederacaobrasileir1069 @ibjjf Gustavo Dantas 🥇 Master 5/Feather #thebjjmentalcoach #jiujitsumindset #bjj #ibjjf #bjjmentalcoach #bjjmentalcoach #menteblindada #bjjlifestyle #authenticity #bjjmindset #jiujitsulifestyle #cbjj #jiujitsu #brazilianjiujitsu

#TBT to some of the many visits @jiujitsutribe has made to social projects across Brazil—where Jiu-Jitsu is more than a martial art. 🥋 It’s a tool for personal growth, social change, and community transformation. 🌱

These incredible leaders teach for free in underserved areas, using Jiu-Jitsu to inspire, impact, and improve lives. Their work is tireless, their passion undeniable—and their reach is powerful. ❤️‍🔥

Today I’m sharing Meninos da Vila, a social project located in Itacaré, Bahia, led by their community leader @marcustchubibjj.

“Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” — ✊ @muhammadali

If you’re looking for a way to give back, support, or connect with social projects—whether you know one personally or not—reach out to me or @jiujitsutribe to learn more about our Adopt a Social Project program.

Let’s help keep the dream alive on the mats.
One gi. One kid. One life at a time. 💪

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“Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we’re supposed to be and embracing who we are.” – Brené Brown
Have you reflected on the question I’ve been asking you lately…
How high can you fly? 🦅

It’s wild how the negative voice in our heads—what I call the dark passenger—often doesn’t even allow us to dream big. The moment you think about stepping into a new challenge, that voice shows up with doubts, excuses, and fear.

You’ve got to stand up to that mental bully and commit to pursuing your authenticity—that’s the keyword for me.

In my book Inner Discovery for Outer Success: 10 Rules to Integrate Authenticity and Performance in Jiu-Jitsu and Beyond, Rule #1 is all about discovering your Why.
Why do you want to fly high? What are your intrinsic and extrinsic motivations?

For me, my strongest intrinsic motivation is the pursuit of authenticity.
And one of my extrinsic motivations? Inspiring YOU to live a more authentic life—on and off the mats.

🎥 The Diary of a Master – Season 2, Episode 2 is now live on The BJJ Mental Coach YouTube channel, where I share insights from my journey to the Pan Championship.

Now it’s your turn:
What’s calling you?
What challenge have you been afraid to say yes to—but deep down, you want it?

Ask yourself again…
How high can YOU fly? 🚀

🔹 Stay Connected:

📸 Follow on Instagram: @gustavodantasbjj www.instagram.com/gustavodantasbjj

🎥 Subscribe on YouTube: The BJJ Mental Coach https://www.youtube.com/@TheBJJMentalCoach
🌐 Visit the website: www.thebjjmentalcoach.com

🩺 The BJJ Mental Coach Supports:

✅ New Hope Regeneration (Stem Cell Therapy) – Learn More https://newhoperegeneration.com/Gustavo
✅ Jiu-Jitsu Tribe (Nonprofit Organization) – Support the Cause https://jiujitsutribe.org

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🎥 Watch: The Diary of a Master | Season 2 EP 1 → https://youtu.be/L-XXyRIhBNI?si=bwgB7HcS_Fs7RZ_P

🎙️ Listen to the Podcasts:
🎧🇧🇷 Podcast Mente Blindada 24/7

🎧🇺🇸 The BJJ Mental Coach Podcast

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#TBT to the unforgettable Copa Jiu-Jitsu Tribe in Nova Hartz, RS! 🥋✨

A special tournament dedicated to supporting social projects, bringing together kids from different communities through the power of Jiu-Jitsu. This was more than just a competition—it was a celebration of effort, discipline, and hope. ❤️

From high-quality medals 🏅 to warm, nourishing meals 🍛 served with love to every child from a social project, every detail reflected the mission: to inspire, impact, and improve lives. Massive respect to Leandro “Leo” Gonzaga 🙌, the heart behind the event, for his tireless dedication to these young warriors.

The next edition is coming this July 📅, and we can’t wait to see more moments of unity, joy, and resilience.
Stay tuned—Jiu-Jitsu Tribe is just getting started! 🚀

#CopaJiuJitsuTribe #JiuJitsuTribe #NovaHartz #SocialProjects #BrazilianJiuJitsu #GivingBack #TransformingLives

🌍✨ How High Can You Fly? ✨🌍

From a small rural town in Araricá, Brazil 🇧🇷 to the AZBJJL State Championship in Arizona 🇺🇸, Enzo (12) and Valentina (16) are about to live a dream that once seemed impossible.

They’re the first two kids from our Jiu-Jitsu Tribe social project —founded over a decade ago—to travel internationally! This is more than a competition; it’s a symbol of hope for hundreds of kids training across multiple locations in their community.

They’ll spend a week in Arizona training at local academies, competing, and experiencing unforgettable moments that will fuel their dreams—and inspire others back home to believe that they can fly high too. 🥋💙

💥 Here’s how you can help:
✅ Donate $5, $20, $100—or whatever speaks to your heart.
✅ Share this post to spread the message.
✅ Improve your mindset AND support the cause—100% of proceeds from online courses/books at www.thebjjmentalcoach.com go to the campaign. The first $350 has already been donated!

Together, we’re not just funding a trip—we’re investing in a future of possibility, belief, and transformation.

🛫💪 Let’s show them how far their wings can take them.
👉 https://gofund.me/5abdfba1

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COMING SOON!🚀🚀🚀

“Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we’re supposed to be and embracing who we are.” – Brené Brown

Have you reflected on the question I’ve been asking you…
How high can you fly? 🦅

It’s wild how the negative voice in our heads—what I call the dark passenger—often doesn’t even allow us to dream big. The moment you think about stepping into a new challenge, that voice shows up with excuses, doubts, and fear.

You must stand up to that mental bully living in your head and pursue your authenticity—that’s the key word for me.

In my book “Inner Discovery for Outer Success: 10 Rules to Integrate Authenticity and Performance in Jiu-Jitsu and Beyond”, Rule #1 is about discovering your Why.
Why do you want to fly high? What are your intrinsic and extrinsic motivations?

For me, my strongest intrinsic motivation is pursuing my authenticity.
And one of my extrinsic motivations is to inspire you to live an even more authentic life—on and off the mats.

The Diary of a Master – Season 2, Episode 2 is coming soon to The BJJ Mental Coach YouTube channel, sharing my journey to the Pan Championship.

Now it’s your turn:
What’s been calling you? What challenge have you been afraid to say yes to—but deep down you want it?
Ask yourself again…
How high can YOU fly? 🚀

#HowHighCanYouFly #theBJJMentalCoach #Authenticity #JiuJitsuMindset #bjjmentalcoach #ibjjf #cbjj #ibjjfpans #gustavodantasbjj #novauniao #novaunião #gdjiujitsu #InnerDiscoveryOuterSuccess #DiaryOfAMaster

The Walk to the Mat: Winning Before the Match Starts 🥋🔥

Many matches are won or lost before the first grip is even exchanged. The walk from the warm-up area to the competition mat is more than just a physical transition—it’s a mental battleground where focus, confidence, and composure are put to the test. 🧠⚔️

During these crucial moments, an athlete must remain fully concentrated on their performance—on execution, not outcome. The mind must be locked in on the game plan, free from distractions, self-doubt, or external pressure. Thinking about winning or losing at this stage only creates unnecessary tension. Instead, the focus should be on trusting the preparation, controlling emotions, and stepping onto the mat with clarity and intent. 🎯

Unfortunately, some competitors underestimate this walk, allowing nerves, fear, or hesitation to creep in. While not always the deciding factor, losing control of your mental state before stepping on the mat can cost you the match before it even begins. ⏳😶‍🌫️

So, the next time you make that walk, take ownership of your mindset. Breathe, stay present, and remind yourself: The battle begins here. ⚡🥇

🔹 Stay Connected:

📸 Follow on Instagram: @gustavodantasbjj www.instagram.com/gustavodantasbjj

🎥 Subscribe on YouTube: The BJJ Mental Coach https://www.youtube.com/@TheBJJMentalCoach
🌐 Visit the website: www.thebjjmentalcoach.com

🩺 The BJJ Mental Coach Supports:

✅ New Hope Regeneration (Stem Cell Therapy) – Learn More https://newhoperegeneration.com/Gustavo
✅ Jiu-Jitsu Tribe (Nonprofit Organization) – Support the Cause https://jiujitsutribe.org

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🎥 Watch: The Diary of a Master | Season 2 EP 1 → https://youtu.be/L-XXyRIhBNI?si=bwgB7HcS_Fs7RZ_P

🎙️ Listen to the Podcasts:
🎧🇧🇷 Podcast Mente Blindada 24/7

🎧🇺🇸 The BJJ Mental Coach Podcast

#BJJMindset
#JiuJitsuMentalGame
#CompetitionMindset
#StayPresent
#ibjjf
#WinningMindset
#MentalEdge
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#thebjjmentalcoach
#ChampionMentality

@brunobastosbjj e eu às vezes brincamos que parece que @rodrigo_cf_feijao Rodrigo Feijão está jogando videogame com seus alunos—dando os comandos enquanto eles os executam com precisão. 🎮🕹️ Neste clipe, capturado em um momento crucial de uma luta importante— a final do @ibjjf Pan Championship da minha categoria contra um adversário de alto nível—ele mais uma vez incorporou essa analogia, me guiando como se tivesse um controle nas mãos nessa transição específica. 🎯👾

O Jiu-Jitsu é realmente um jogo de detalhes, onde a paciência é fundamental e o sucesso depende de ser preciso e eficiente no lugar certo e na hora certa. ⏳🔍 Consciência de posição, velocidade de reação e execução sob pressão. A capacidade de permanecer presente, especialmente em competição, pode ser a diferença entre a vitória e a derrota. 🏆⚔️

Então, pergunte a si mesmo: quão bem você gerencia os pequenos, mas cruciais momentos das suas lutas? 🧐 Você está realmente presente, se adaptando e tomando as decisões certas no momento certo? Da próxima vez que pisar no tatame, concentre-se em aprimorar sua percepção—porque neste jogo, cada detalhe importa. 🎮🔥

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Um conceito que sempre enfatizo em minhas aulas e seminários é 🧠 Consciência de Posição & ⚡ Velocidade de Reação.

⏳ O início da luta é sempre muito importante, e o primeiro contato pode definir quem tomará a dianteira, impondo o ritmo enquanto o adversário se defende. Um exemplo disso aconteceu na minha primeira luta no @ibjjf Pan 2025.

🎯 É crucial “apertar o gatilho” da velocidade de reação assim que a situação se apresenta. No entanto, para isso, é necessário ter uma consciência de posição altamente apurada—reconhecer o cenário em frações de segundo e agir sem hesitação.

⚡ Você treina para melhorar sua velocidade de reação? Como trabalha esse aspecto no seu jogo? Comente abaixo! ⬇️💬

#🥋 #bjjcompetition #ibjjf #thebjjmentalcoach #cbjj #thebjjmentalcoachpodcast
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Hoje, no Podcast Mente Blindada 24/7 – Episódio 85, bato um papo com o professor sexto grau de Jiu-Jitsu e vice-campeão mundial faixa-preta da IBJJF, Edson Diniz.

Edson, como ele mesmo diz, ficou conhecido como “o cara que perdeu para o BJ Penn na final do Mundial de 2000 no Tijuca Tênis Clube”, mas teve uma carreira brilhante, conquistando o título de campeão Pan-Americano na faixa-preta. Com sua mudança para os Estados Unidos e sua trajetória na American Top Team (ATT), ele voltou seu foco para o MMA, onde fez 18 lutas profissionais.

Atualmente, morando em Abu Dhabi, Edson dá aulas de Jiu-Jitsu e compartilha sua experiência de mais de três décadas nos tatames.

🔹 Me siga no Instagram: @gustavodantasbjj https://www.instagram.com/gustavodantasbjj/
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📌 Recursos & Links do Convidado:
📸 Instagram: @edsondinizbjj https://www.instagram.com/edsondinizbjj/ e @spiraclub https://www.instagram.com/spiraclub/

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✅ New Hope Regeneration (Terapia com Células-Tronco): https://newhoperegeneration.com/Gustavo
✅ Jiu-Jitsu Tribe (Organização sem fins lucrativos): https://www.instagram.com/jiujitsutribe/

🎥 The Diary of a Master | Temporada 2, Episódio 1: Assista no YouTube https://youtu.be/L-XXyRIhBNI

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