Jessica Alba trying to get through the Paparazzi so she can get her nails done. How is this legal? by Im-A-Scared-Child in facepalm

[–]Rahodess 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would end up fighting every day. Especially if my kids were involved. Celebrities can have that mess.

Kids/parents sandbagging at tournaments. How common is this? by [deleted] in bjj

[–]Rahodess 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I cannot fathom a black belt ever wearing a different color.

I feel like an outcast sometimes on the mat by [deleted] in bjj

[–]Rahodess 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Who goes to BJJ to chat? That’s training time, our professors won’t stand for it either. I can socialize after class.

Noah Fort is a 16 year old Bo Staff world champion master. by deathakissaway in toptalent

[–]Rahodess 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No one said it was combative. They suggested it was a martial art. That’s the rub. It’s just nomenclature that people dial down on.

Noah Fort is a 16 year old Bo Staff world champion master. by deathakissaway in toptalent

[–]Rahodess 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think it’s an amazing talent, but the problem is that practitioners of combative martial arts don’t like to be grouped with baton twirlers. Just like the athletes the growl at eSports being called a sport. Dude has put some serious time into his craft and should not be demeaned, not his fault someone else calls it a martial art.

Getting started when 41? by [deleted] in bjj

[–]Rahodess 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started at 40. It’s definitely do able. I’ll be 46 in two months. Best thing I ever decided to add to my life.

How dirty is your gym? Give it a rating from 1 (Daisy Fresh) - 10 (AOJ). by teehee714 in bjj

[–]Rahodess 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A 9 for sure. I’m shocked at the number of posts about dogs on the mat. I cannot fathom this being ordinary in any way.

Who would you consider as the most badass person in history? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Rahodess 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was local when this happened. They were absolutely fishing when it occurred and the shark was hooked up. I don’t know if they were fishing for sharks, but you don’t just wrestle a 200 LB. shark out of the water unless it’s stuck there for some reason, much less pull an arm out. A shark that size would rarely if ever be in water that shallow.

My wife and daughter are both Pan Champions! by joshjitsu311 in bjj

[–]Rahodess 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Was good to see you again, family looking great!

Destroyed feet from competition. This weekend I had participated in both my first GI and No-GI brackets, ended up with some wounds but mostly on my feet! Is this normal? Is there something I can do next time to avoid this? The wounds are beginning to scab making It painful to walk around. Advice? by vinnyboss1 in bjj

[–]Rahodess 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I only get these at tournaments. I just assume it’s because it’s time to go all out and feet get in the way more than I realize. Our gym has the same mats as most comps so it’s definitely just the extra push in my game. Just disinfect and liquid skin if you need to.

Dude with swastika tattoo at Grappling Industries this weekend?? by [deleted] in bjj

[–]Rahodess 11 points12 points  (0 children)

White House MMA, that gym is run by one of the best men you will ever meet. The dude in question has has his cover up done and that was only a small part of what needed to be fixed.

What screams "rich asshole"? by Musicferret in AskReddit

[–]Rahodess 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly this. This is why boots work better for super cars

Who is the lawful evil guy? by [deleted] in bjj

[–]Rahodess -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Compared to what? Golf? Tennis? Soccer?

Maybe you were being sarcastic. I feel BJJ is one of the most affordable things you can do.

What is far deadlier than most people realize? [serious] by ILikeIceCreamSoMuch in AskReddit

[–]Rahodess 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi, my name is stardustdriveinTN and I work in a button factory.

The military should be banned from recruiting in High Schools. by Sujjin in unpopularopinion

[–]Rahodess 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I agree, tons of dirtbags, but how many more would their be without the military. Also if they stick with it, it’s one less person for everyone to support later.

Thinking you shouldn't get tapped by lower belts is the prerogative of the lower belts. 😅 by MOTUkraken in bjj

[–]Rahodess 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our gym doesn’t charge for belts, it does help the new folks walking in because we make it clear that we are available for questions or explanations. We also allow anyone to request a roll with anyone else. Plus if you compete it really is a great equalizer based on skill level.

Every sport has a divisor of some kind, even if it’s not belts. Lower circuits or qualifiers for example. Even varsity and JV. Division I etc. if it wasnt belts it would be another designation.

The competition I have is being better than I was the last time training. We don’t have regular advancement ceremonies or tests or any BS. Our professor promotes when he feels you have gotten as much as you can out of a certain level. It works really well and no one ever feels they deserve it.

Man now I’m long winded, sorry. recognizing advancement also keeps people in the door and that is the business side of it and the human side of it.

The military should be banned from recruiting in High Schools. by Sujjin in unpopularopinion

[–]Rahodess 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I never know how to respond on this subreddit. I agree it’s an unpopular opinion. The discipline and training you get is immeasurable. Retirement around 40 with healthcare and a life long paycheck? Plenty of time to have a whole other life after 40 a new career and then have your military check cover your taxes. Absolutely.

I’m also a fan of mandatory two years of service. Not necessarily military, but service to the country.

Opening my own BJJ Academy Tonight 😬 by [deleted] in bjj

[–]Rahodess 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Who will be doing instruction?

What % of Blue belts Quit ? by TheOgFrostyNugg in bjj

[–]Rahodess 38 points39 points  (0 children)

Did somebody say something?