A free beginner guide from BJJ Over 40
Starting BJJ After 40.
Thinking about your first class? Get practical guidance on choosing an academy, preparing for training and finding your feet during the first month.
Download the free guideSix-page PDF. Read on screen or print. No email required.
- Choose
- An academy that fits
- Prepare
- For your first class
- Begin
- A manageable routine
Six pages to help you take your first step.
Inside your free guide
Know what to expect.
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Choose a place to learn
Five questions to ask an academy, and the signs of a supportive training environment.
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Prepare for your first class
What to bring, what to check with your coach, and how a class usually unfolds.
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Speak up before you roll
Simple ways to talk to a partner, ask for a pause, and understand tapping before live practice.
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Find your rhythm
Flexible learning themes for your first month, plus a checklist for your first visit.
Watch before your first class
Too old to start?
If age is the question holding you back, start with this video alongside the guide.
Watch on YouTubeKeep the guide handy.
Six pages. Read on screen or print. No email required.