BJJ Balance
Episode 97 -White Belt Survival Guide (Part 1) | What Every Beginner Must Know
05 Aug 2025
Welcome to Episode 97 of the BJJ Balance Podcast! In this first installment of our White Belt Survival Guide, we cover everything a beginner needs to know to thrive on the mats. From surviving those first tough months of training to understanding key positions, submissions, and mindset tips, this episode is your roadmap to starting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu the right way.We share what coaches actually look for in white belts, common mistakes new grapplers make, and how to build a strong foundation whether you train in the gi or no-gi. If you’re new to BJJ—or you coach new students—this is packed with practical tips that translate directly to your training.What You’ll Learn:How to survive & thrive as a white beltThe most important positions to master early onHow to avoid common beginner mistakesWhat higher belts & coaches want from white beltsThe mindset you need to progress in jiu-jitsuPlease Follow BJJ Balance on all of our socials:IG: @BJJBalanceDiscord: discord.gg/bjjbalanceTik Tok: @BJJBalanceYouTube: YouTube.com/@BJJBalanceKenny IG: @FreakPartyBJJMatt IG: @oss_nation_bjj
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