I first watched this film as a white belt back in 2014, And the second time I watched was as a black belt in 2023. It really rekindled what I first felt doing this for the first time. Thank you Stuart for this masterpiece.
@stuartcooperfilms Жыл бұрын
Thanks Klyde for appreciate it 🙏
@calb869 ай бұрын
That's funny, I did basically the same thing. Started in 2014 as a white belt and now in 2023 being a black belt, watched this video once more... (although I did watch it once in a while during my years as a colored belt 😉)
@Fullmetal_christo8 ай бұрын
Third recent ‘Black belt’ here. Started my journey 2012 ----fast forward DEC 18th 2023----> now a Black Belt. Congrats to all the white belts that never quit. 🖤❤️🖤❤️
@pjdevo5299 жыл бұрын
I really wish I could tell this guy how much this video increased my passion for this art....
@TheIllyrianKnight8 жыл бұрын
+Jiu Jitsu Brotherhood Nic, I watched this when it came out...and after almost three years it's very refreshing it watch it every once in a while. Thank you for being an inspiration. I hope I'll have the opportunity to meet you some day.
@pjdevo5294 жыл бұрын
@@JiuJitsuBrotherhood Just now seeing this! Still watch it every here and there... A purple belt now and a competitor, a huge fan of you Soul video too. Keep it going!
@drewsky10084 жыл бұрын
It's a way of life...#bjj
@SindreEide9310 жыл бұрын
The only thing i HATE with brazilian jiu jitsu is that I did not start earlier.
@ruben19m200310 жыл бұрын
im really hating this ringworm on my freaking face!
@SindreEide9310 жыл бұрын
Ruben Narvaez What do that have to do with my comment?
@ruben19m200310 жыл бұрын
getting ringworm is another thing that sucks from bjj. 99% of bjj practitioners are expossed to some crappy skin diseases...
@SindreEide9310 жыл бұрын
OH DAMN i feel kinda stupid now. Now i got how that realates to my comment. Well you also got cauliflower ears. Started to get it on my left ear, but it was nothing big and it is gone now.
@MichaelJeffrey10 жыл бұрын
Ruben Narvaez Get antifungal cream.. problem will be gone in a week! Lamisil is powerful...
@MrKosko810 жыл бұрын
This video made me start jiu jitsu. last year i was very depressed for some reasons, and i was looking for a change.. I watched this movie, i don' even remember how i found it, but i did, and i just have to say... Thank you Stuart, and thank you Nic for making this movie... first time i fell in love with a sport in my life i am happier than i ever was
@Clark32187 жыл бұрын
MrKosko8 whats your belt or rank now?
@Brahvooo5 жыл бұрын
update?
@artesuave80185 жыл бұрын
Quit at blue
@ralphylad5 жыл бұрын
MrKosko8 awesome brother, I can attest to the full benefit of BJJ for mental health, there is no better environment for a person to overcome their demons. Keep it up bro...also go watch Roll 🖐🏼👊🏻
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
Thats awesome to hear! Thanks for sharing that man! :)
@justintrout27569 жыл бұрын
Your never too old to start. Started this year at 39 years old, best thing ive done in a long time. Its painful, its sore, but its something ill do till I die.
@pantarhei7688 жыл бұрын
+Justin Trout Me too! Had a few injuries at the beginning, had to learn that im not twenty anymore. But now i found my way, listen better to my body, roll a little slower and cautious...and i love it :-)
@cyeatworld5 жыл бұрын
I started in 2012 when I was 38 and have been on and off for 7 years. I received my purple belt in Dec 2018 and feel a new passion for it.
@jonesdan852 жыл бұрын
This is still the greatest Jiu Jitsu video ever filmed for KZfaq so many years later. Always inspires me.
@JB-wv9jo Жыл бұрын
Agreed
@Bhanna4d10 ай бұрын
And BJJ SCOUT DEMIAN MAIA 4 PART SET
@mattr29615 жыл бұрын
I’ve watched this many times over the years. Always been my favorite video on KZfaq. And it always inspired me in BJJ and in living a more grounded, aware life, but I always had it in the back of my mind that I wanted to make something as powerful and immersive as this video. Now years later I’m on my way to becoming a videographer, and this short film is always in the back of my mind. I eventually want to make something as impactful and beautiful as this. Thanks Stu
@seancorbett32788 жыл бұрын
It's hard to find a good flow rolling partner, but when you do find one, and you guys really get on, it's beautiful man. Thank you.
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@jimmylawrence29307 жыл бұрын
I've always had an interest in jiu jitsu. I have never practiced martial arts. I remember watching this film with Nick two years ago and I became so inspired to train jiu jitsu but never had the resources to invest in classes. Now two years later I'm watching this film after my first time rolling and after two classes of bjj. I have to say I am over joyed and proud of myself for making this happen. I am very blessed to have this opportunity. Nick is a tremendous inspiration to my training.
@connerhartman93367 жыл бұрын
For a few minutes there, I actually forgot I was at work lol.
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
awesome! haha
@ruanorodrigues70844 жыл бұрын
I watched this back in 2015 and 5 years later I got my blue belt. Very inconsistent for the first 4 years and 9 months. Life has been a challenge. And the last 4. Months have been of non stop hard work. I always go back to this partícula video for light in a dark day. Today is one. Thank you 🙏🏾
@RelicWessels10 жыл бұрын
Had the pleasure of rolling with Nic on Friday, very cool guy and as always, great video Stu.
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@SoSoAmazing10 жыл бұрын
Never have I been so inspired to take this up...
@cacuzzaplays36213 жыл бұрын
Did you?
@gabrielcriado36443 жыл бұрын
nope
@epiphi11 жыл бұрын
Had this thought for a while, and I call it the Theory of Cool: When people do anything at the highest level, it looks cool. Therefore, whenever you're training, try to look cool. It doesn't mean that you're doing it right, but looking uncool probably means that you're doing it wrong. Great to hear a similar sentiment from such a talented, intelligent guy.
@erujjgt67468 жыл бұрын
Black White Asian etc we are all brothers in jujitsu
@nicolasbontempo22487 жыл бұрын
Eruj Jgt for sure brother. I'm proud that I can say I train jujitsu!!!!!
@jfwatson109 жыл бұрын
I love how this guy views it. I love the flow roll concept. It's like ground tai chi.
@ThatOGDon10 жыл бұрын
Of all the sports I've played there is NOTHING else in this life quite like the perfect roll. The back and forth chess match, technique vs technique with minimal energy spent from both parties, the roll that's simply... Perfect. BJJ. It changed my life for the better.
@underboss879 жыл бұрын
Drinking ayahuasca in the jungle - my kind of guy
@Presence_o_Mind7 жыл бұрын
👏👍🙏
@bookwoman2038 жыл бұрын
Wow, this really inspired me. Thank You so much. The boats in the background are gorgeousness.
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
thanks
@anthosadhana34787 жыл бұрын
All of The video from Stuart Cooper are awesome ! you are doing a pretty good job for the BJJ community ! But this one is just on another level ! All of the things that this guy is talking about are making so much echo within me ! That exactly how I see all of this as a perfect coordination of Physical skills / Spiritual state and consciousness about the universe that playing a game with itself ! Thanks man ! You made my day !
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
Thanks man
@navysealions10 жыл бұрын
I honestly believe in my soul that jiujitsu conquers the divide of nations, and it surpasses all indifferences that humanity faces, and it truly is "the gentle way"
@luisfernandes922110 жыл бұрын
Amazin video man, just amazing..
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
Thankyou
@matthewellison9931 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been a judoka for 24 years now now I’m starting a new chapter in my life gonna start my jiu-jitsu journey finally very excited 🥋⛩🙏
@a05330311 жыл бұрын
Seanie, I'm 35 and training for my brown belt exam which is due in November. Although I practiced different MA's when I was "young" I picked up jiujitsu at later age. I started training 6 to 7 hours a week, lost weight, got fit, stronger, more flexible, etc... It has changed my life too, at this stage I cannot image to NOT do JJ. Next to my wife and son it has a very central role in my life. EVERY day I am busy with JJ, be it training, watching videos, reading books, meditating. Just do it.
@jinxeraaaaaah10 жыл бұрын
I watch this video all the time, you need to do more like this. Classic combination of music, philosophy and action shots, epic! The Blackmill song is now one of my pretraining warm up songs I use to get me in the zone
@tomahsum590011 жыл бұрын
Best seminar i've been to thank you so much for changing my game
@stephencorrigan351210 жыл бұрын
This video has made me re think my hole Jiujitsu game iv watched it like 3 times thanks so much for uploading it
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
Thankyou!
@MrPopeye722Ай бұрын
I watched this video in 2013 when I was a white belt and it has always stuck with me. I got my purple belt in 2019 right before having a kid and then the whole covid thing. I lost all momentum and have struggled to get back to it. Now all these years later there is so much shame and embarrassment around how out of shape I have become and how bad I will be when I start training again. Hopefully I can start next week, for now rewatching old videos that motivated me when I was starting is really comforting.
@mmano4suremine4379 жыл бұрын
Nice 1 pal, cheers. Keep rollin in both means
@espada99 жыл бұрын
I love this video, good choice in music (Blackmill). Oss!
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
Thanks that was Nic's choice
@GAme4life91611 жыл бұрын
I love Jiu Jitsu, its improved every aspect of my life through mindset. Things just happen to move a little smoother...Great video and keep doing what your doing because its absolutely amazing
@jimmy24949 жыл бұрын
Started at 38 best art by far I've ever done. Loving the journey thank you for the uploads
@CannaSourceForums11 жыл бұрын
I watch this everyday . Keeps me goin, When I don't feel like putting in the time . This video motivates my GJJ/BJJ game . So inspirational This video explains why I took my life from the street thug I was . To this humble being I am now 15 years later. Jiujitsu prolly saved my life. Im not out in the streets of cali actting a fool now. Jiujitsu is exactly whats said . A game of war and play !
@captainsmurk11 жыл бұрын
I trained with this fellow, Stuart, in Rio de Janeiro at Gordo's... He was a purple belt at the time. Very good jiu-jitsu and now I see he's an amazing artist as well.
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much man
@kctiger484510 жыл бұрын
I don't know much about this fighter, BUT love the serenity and humbleness! It's all about the journey and growth! Starting my journey...
@NYCDatingDiva7 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks so much. Love your brand. I got my black belt after 10 years of training 5 days a week at the age of 62. I am now 64 years old. I also love and am inspired by your words that you want to be 60 years old and still training, using almost no strength, with timing being everything. Well, those are true words. I am to stupid to quit and so is my 63 year old training partner. We can't quit because then the other will feel lonely. lol. Anyway, if I can give a snap shot into the future for those 30-year olds what it's like at 60, it sucks. We can NOT bang anymore, we can NOT use strength, nor speed, and certainly not athleticism because it does not exist. What does exist is exactly what you said, using almost no strength, with timing being everything. Usually, when the rounds start, I take a defensive position, wait for my younger partners to try and pass, try and sweep and counter everything they do. I might be a new black belt in BJJ, but if they gave rank for defense, I would be a third degree black belt in defense. No joke. its all about defending first, assessing the situation, looking for little weight shifts to take advantage of a sweep, looking for my partners to get frustrated or gassed out trying to whoop on an old black belt for which they can not so easily. Also, as soon as they get a position, no matter what rank, and I feel there is little chance of escape or reversal, I consider that a danger and tap. One time I was training with a 33 year old purple belt and he got a bicep slicer on me and of course I study the defense. However, I was lazy and did not defend in time and felt pressure on my bone and tapped. His mouth dropped, his eyes opened wide and he could not figure out why I tapped. I said at the end of the roll, "sure I might have powered out of that bicep slicer, but better to tap today and train tomorrow than have black belt pride and get hurt and be sidelined for a few weeks." He understood and now there is no fear of me tapping out and no ego because I am still training daily. So in conclusion, thanks for making this great video and love your brand. Allen
@alexromanov157310 жыл бұрын
Wicked video! Very inspirational! Soul roll, music, yoga - makes realize the philosophy of BJJ. Well done!
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@Timboheze11 жыл бұрын
Finally! Some HD Jiu Jistu vids:) Awesome work Sir! And The dubstep helped too!
@nikolaradinpodcast7 жыл бұрын
Great stuff Stuart.. Congrats
@thapelohudson52849 жыл бұрын
wow inspired i needed this as a jiu jitsu student
@alvaroquirogaa9 жыл бұрын
In the future I wanna have a good job (earn good money so I can spend it on the things I love like Kimonos), be surrounded with the people I love the most like family and never stop doing Jiu Jitsu ...never
@1901iasonas8 жыл бұрын
my favourite jiu jitsu video.. thanks nic and greetings from greece...
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@gabrielalicea48037 жыл бұрын
I watch this video at least once a week and damn does it choke me up everytime. It incites an incrediable amount of passion within me to just be the best version of myself on the mat that I can be... Free of ego... Free of fear and just totally in the moment. Thanks for taking the time to putting this food for the soul together. Cheers!
@zshakur11 жыл бұрын
THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL VIDEOS I'VE EVER SEEN IN MY LIFE...TEARS IN MY EYES. THIS IS WHAT THE MARTIAL ARTS IS ALL ABOUT. GOD BLESS YOU SIR.
@gabrielalicea480311 жыл бұрын
This is one of the most inspirational videos as it pertains to training BJJ for the right reasons... Great video. I might watch this every day before training...
@artnerdlj497611 жыл бұрын
This is amazing, it's inspiring to become not just a perfect jiu jitsu fighter but the perfect martial artist. This man is one of the best philosophers i have ever seen.
@ItsLeFrench9 жыл бұрын
Stuart I thank you for every video you make, I get inspired every time! Love your work man!
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@TheAverageGrappler11 жыл бұрын
Well said, as a Christian, I have learned so much from jiu-jitsu that directly translates to my gift of faith. Afterall, the Lord trains my fingers to fight and my hands for war. There is such an overwhelming deepness here, I am not even skimming the surface yet.
@TukenNuken11 жыл бұрын
This is definitely one of the coolest things I've seen in a while.
@wrightw209311 жыл бұрын
I put this on my ipod so I can listen to it before class. I love jiu jitsu. It has transformed my life.
@Chorizowagon11 жыл бұрын
I had just turned 30 when I started, you are never too old to change your life for the better.
@gustavovitolo479211 жыл бұрын
Amazing thoughts Nic. Indeed, life is a journey and I am really glad I met you and I feel very lucky to have you as a friend and as a mentor.
@michelettocorella93935 жыл бұрын
how the hell do 136 people downvote this? Still after all these years, this remains the single greatest piece of jiu jitsu media ever created.
@CMLLuis10 жыл бұрын
This video is okay... love it every single minute is amazing... thanks Nic for teaching me some drills...
@jeffreysatomba583511 жыл бұрын
stuart cooper keep the awesome videos coming! my favorites would be "Robson Moura Jiu jitsu has no end", "The spirit of Jiu Jitsu" and "The journey never ends" awesome work!
@wrightw209311 жыл бұрын
I didn't do anything but exercise. I thought I was tough before that. After my first day on the mat I realized I was far from it. It humbled me. Now my muscles are smart muscles, not something I can show off or have people think I'm tough.
@Alpha_November69965 жыл бұрын
Exactly what I needed to see at the right time. Thank you brother!
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
Andre Nobrega glad you like it! Thanks
@Alpha_November69965 жыл бұрын
I love it man. Thank you for the positive vibes. Cheers from Portugal
@emobuddha7 жыл бұрын
Every time I feel like emotional shit this video finds its way back to me. It never fails to inspire me
@maydaymayday123fu8 жыл бұрын
great video man! thank you and everybody who worked in this production.
@Naterator9211 жыл бұрын
Phenomenal video guys, definitely one of the best jiu jitsu documentary esque videos I've seen! Keep up the great work!
@jalehjune11 жыл бұрын
Love the time lapses interspersed throughout.
@MagickArmory5 жыл бұрын
When I received my training to be a yoga instructor/ teacher it was at a school that was named after the "Lila" concept . You're one of the very few ppl that I've ever heard speak on that topic . I remember when. I first heard it I thought of how it was very relatable to Jiu-jitsu,martial arts, budo etc . Great stuff as always Nic & Stuart.
@Sh3rMyTube10 жыл бұрын
Nice video man. I think your practice is só clean and light. This is the most important on Bjj. The Gentle Art. Oss from Motta Team - Curitiba Brazil
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
Thankyou
@timm710011 жыл бұрын
those first sentences are just the words my first jiu jitsu teacher said. This video is magnificant
@cdawgRJ10 жыл бұрын
Amazing story man! You inspired me to go back to training. I quit BJJ because of financial reasons and was never able to go back. I hope to roll again soon. Keep training!
@tfajsh Жыл бұрын
This video has inspired me for years. Amazing production !
@jaysondeleon835011 жыл бұрын
Wow..thanks a lot Nic. This type of insight came at a perfect time for me. Great film Stuart.
@texasgunnerfree41272 жыл бұрын
This is my favorite Jiu-Jitsu motivational video. Today I was promoted to Purple belt and this will be my mindset from here on out!
@rikki93910 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! I've fortunately had the opportunity to roll with Nic and he's a great teacher with an awesome outlook on Jiu Jitsu. Definitely a lot to be learned from him!
@_yalove Жыл бұрын
I've been getting interested in BJJ but always steered away because I thought it was just another hyper-masculine one-dimensional sport. This video talking about play, yoga, and plant medicine gives me another perspective on BJJ. Love the idea of "soul rolling". Thank you for this video
@NihilisticNikth11 жыл бұрын
I am pleased to have discovered this video, I was left somewhat disjointed over nic's departure from LondonReal, but it's great to see that he is well and teaching. Very grateful StuartCooperFilms!
@tlrthebas11 жыл бұрын
I have no words to describe what I feel when I go up on the mat for more of a workout, so I am transported to another world, the problems disappear, Jiu Jitsu is my life. Congratulations for the video brother was sensational.
@carldelaney29728 жыл бұрын
this video has really helped my judo with the mental element thanks nick
@cory94499 жыл бұрын
i love this video so much...it always gets me excited for the next day
@svinch11 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Thank you Nic for this great testimony. Furthermore, thank you Stuart for putting so much time and effort in making these outstanding videos.
@venividiamavi20237 жыл бұрын
I watch this every week to keep me motivated. OSS!!!
@azlimnoslide301611 жыл бұрын
I'm blue belt, and when I'm tired I like to watch this videos, because are a new animous for my training
@marcorlewicz89538 жыл бұрын
I love the art, has changed my body and soul. Jiu jitsu is a gift!!!
@coachjohntracey5 жыл бұрын
Still watching this video in 2019. So inspiring!
@CannaSourceForums11 жыл бұрын
Once u make jiujitsu a way of life . You become a open mind. A soul comes out within the soul. This video explains my whole phlilosophy on life and the art .When they become one u become a different person
@morgansmith836111 жыл бұрын
amazing video, thank you brother. keep them coming'.!!
@blackpeople79278 жыл бұрын
The dubstep is the key factor in bringing out the spirit
@rachellefiriro10 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful documentary! Nick seems a really cool,self aware dude!
@lucanthunder11 жыл бұрын
woww. this is amazing. thank you! i've been doing yoga for years and just started doing jim-jitsu this month for the first time ever for the exact same reasons you mention in the video. very inspiring
@calviniq10 жыл бұрын
I luv jiu-jitsu I've been doing dis for 4 wks n it a life changing the way u eat, slp, walk,think,feel. Life is a lyk chess u r even check r check mate.
@jackiedejong720610 жыл бұрын
I know what you mean I have trained in it for a year and a half and the simplest way to put is that it creates a purpose in life that other martial arts can fail for they focused on self defense and make you forget about the beauty that they were also created for. And Jiu Jistu opens up your entire mind because it's not about who can hit harder or who is bigger, it's like a chess game which makes it such a lovable martial art and a beautiful one for it's not about hurting your opponent badly it's about stopping a conflict without causing as little damage as possible.
@foxybrown210 жыл бұрын
Jackie DeJong This guy is the exception most guys in this art want to be mma fighting jerk the guy is a true martial artist.
@ammel_z9 жыл бұрын
foxybrown2 Not necessarily, foxy. I've been practicing jiu jitsu for over 3 years, and most everyone train for the love of the sport, even those of us who also train MMA. Two of our best jiu jitsu practitioners are also amateur MMA fighters, but they keep training in the gi because it's an addiction, and an art that truly helps you learn more about yourself if you let it. Grab a gi and find your local jiu jitsu club -- as frustrating as it is to start, you won't regret it ;) OSS!
@underboss879 жыл бұрын
BJJ created MMA. Royce Gracie even says that he's not a Jiu Jitsu fighter, he's a vale tudo (no rules) fighter. So I don't see how doing MMA makes you a "jerk". Very closed minded view.
@zshakur10 жыл бұрын
Keep going. Don't dropout of BJJ! Continue to train. Get your black belt and become an instructor. You can have your own school. U are still so young, your whole life is in front of you. Congrats! Keep going! Turn your life around and become the success you were born to be!
@OsmarRenatoBSiqueira5 жыл бұрын
I am Brazilian. I practice BJJ and I am part of an Ayahuasca church. These two experiences have given my life a totally new different meaning.
@Elgallonegro6662 жыл бұрын
I remember watching this as a blue belt and loving it . Now as a black belt I live it even more 🖤
@Jack-vg2xv11 жыл бұрын
You have no idea how long I've been looking for the name of the song Thanks a bunch.
@johnsimonson450511 жыл бұрын
incredible, my first ju jitsu teacher once told me that to him ju jitsu was more than just an action, or a contest, or anything physical. To him it was as close to understanding religion as hes ever come. That may not make sense to some people, but to the people who have felt it, they know exactly what he ment.
@smeafer11 жыл бұрын
It took Judos ground game and expanded it tremendously. It's still changing and innovations are happening. Think of it as Judo 85% Throws 15% Ground. BJJ 85% ground and 15% throws. Give ir take your game...
@sybau5788 жыл бұрын
every film you make is amazimg. I wish that I could be your apprentice. Thank you for sharing your work!
@micaylapresley5 жыл бұрын
Your videos are so beautiful and moving, Stuart. Thanks for all you do. :)
@stuartcooperfilms5 жыл бұрын
Micayla Presley thankyou very much Micayla :)
@pjdevo5299 жыл бұрын
This video is so well done... I've watched it multiple times you've really grasped the concept of BJJ in my eyes. It's an art and something special and I loved hearing your point of view on it
@JayJay-ni4mc9 жыл бұрын
Pj DeVo me either
@stilltrue2day11 жыл бұрын
So refreshing to watch and listen to something that embraces the true spirit of martial arts. I for one am fed up up with meatheads and rude, disrespectful people that are now training for 5 minuets of cage fame loosing the real philosophy of Budo!
@tirifredy11 жыл бұрын
man this shit pumps me up to be a greater boxer,wrestler,kick boxer,jiu jitsu,muay thai,
@CannaSourceForums11 жыл бұрын
Ive watched this at the start of each day from finding it
@thePhilosotroll11 жыл бұрын
I didn't know who Nic Gregoriades was until I watched this video; but as a young jiu-jitsu student I hope that someday I can walk in the practice of jiu-jitsu that way, or something isomorphic to it. Wonderful video.
@mixedmartialartsthejourney270711 жыл бұрын
Training in the sand is a truly great way to really create real strength.....thanx for sharing your thoughts....best wishes
@shrimpnainteasy5 жыл бұрын
glad to be training under foundation bjj just started and loving it love liive brotherhood jj