sindian Posted July 6, 2004 Share Posted July 6, 2004 Hey all, I'm competing in a gi tournament in a couple weeks. This is my first tournament. I've been doing bjj only for a few months, so I'm not sure how ready I am. My instructor seems to think I'm ready, but I'm not so sure. Do you all have any takedowns/submissions that you'd recommend? I'm going to spend the time up until the tournament just drilling a few basic moves from each position. I need to work on my guard passing and sweeps especially. Also, are there any basic things that I need to avoid (e.g. don't push up from the bottom, don't give the other guy a straight arm, etc.) or look for (e.g. guy pushes up from the bottom, guy gives me straight arm, etc.)? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
three60roundhouse Posted July 8, 2004 Share Posted July 8, 2004 A tournament is not the time or place to try out that new move you learned last week, or to futz around with your fanciest. DO WHAT WORKS BEST for you. Only your best sweeps, subs, and escapes. Don't panic if you get taken down right away. A lot of guys who do BJJ tournaments as white belts are also well-versed in Judo. Play your game....be aggressive...and don't eat too heavy a breakfast. Bring Gatorades and bananas/apples for in between matches. Good luck! 1st dan Tae Kwon DoYellow Belt Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu16 Years OldGirls kick butt! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sindian Posted July 17, 2004 Author Share Posted July 17, 2004 Thanks for the solid advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckykboxer Posted July 18, 2004 Share Posted July 18, 2004 good luck. I am actually looking forward to a tournament i have coming up on the 14th of August. should be interesting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanemm Posted July 29, 2004 Share Posted July 29, 2004 remember to keep it simple, stick to the basics and you'll be competative at the least. Good luck There are two types of people in the world. Those that find excuses and those that find a way.-Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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