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What is the fastest way to get a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu?

Frank Blaney
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Frank Blaney is a Certified Qigong and Tai Chi Instructor with over 15 years of teaching experience. Passionate about making Qigong more accessible to people, Frank is the author of "Qigong: The Quick & Easy Start-Up Guide." He also holds a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Jujitsu and trains executives and staff of corporations, NGOs, and communities in self-care, personal performance and conflict resolution. He holds an MA in Negotiation, Conflict Resolution, and Peacebuilding from California State University Dominguez Hills.

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That can vary from person to person. My advice, though, is to not get too hung up on the end goal of getting the black belt. Focus on the enjoyment and the discipline of the process.

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How many days a week should I do Jiu-Jitsu?

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Consistency is what truly matters. It's better to go twice a week for an hour class than to show up one Saturday a week and train for four hours. The more you can get this stuff into your muscle memory, the quicker you'll retain it.

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Are private Jiu-Jitsu lessons worth it?

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They can be, but I recommend enjoying the camaraderie of the group. One of the greatest things about training in martial arts is the wonderful people that are there with you. You guys will definitely become a family.

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If I earn my black belt and want to stop taking martial arts, do I lose the black belt?

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I received a black belt in Tae Kwon Do and I later quit. I still kept the black belt and my Tae Kwon Do ID card (I received it at the Black Belt Ceremony). They said I could go back any time. I still have the belt, so I'm assuming you won't lose it. If you have any doubts, it's a good idea to check in with your instructor.

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Is it okay to stop martial arts before earning a black belt?

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It is. For example, if you earn a yellow belt, and you're content with what you've learned up to that point, just be a yellow belt. Decide on what your own goals are personally and allow your martial arts journey to correlate with that.

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I stopped as a green belt but I left the school. Is that okay?

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Yes, unless you signed a contract. If you did and it's not done (like you agreed to stay until black belt), then you're still paying money to go to classes.

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Can you practice at home and get a black belt once you first join?

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Absolutely not, that is never going to work. Getting a black belt requires many years of dedication and hard practice, and this includes learning to work with a team, gaining peer respect, actively learning/practicing tactics with others, and being able to obey the instructions of teachers and leaders. None of that can be done at home on your own. Getting the proper technique down will require being in classes and getting proper instruction.

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Before I earn a black belt, must I beat my master in a fight in a dojo?

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Does your master say you have to beat him? It depends on the karate school you go to as well. If you are concerned about what is needed, then ask your master if you have to beat him.

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