ROLL: Jiu-Jitsu in SoCal
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- Опубликовано: 28 фев 2015
- A documentary we put together following a short trip to California in late 2014. We met some amazing and inspiring people in the short time that we were there and this film is a slight glimpse into the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle in Southern California.
We hope that at some point in the future we will have the opportunity to visit more schools and places in the state and put together a more in depth film.
Hope you enjoy it.
A collaboration film between Eat Films & Progress Jiu-Jitsu
The trip was completely self-funded by James and myself and we are making the film available to watch for free online.
What we did decide to do was set up a Just Giving charity page, that way if anyone would like to donate they can do so and help a good cause. This can be found here:
www.justgiving.com/jamestighe/
www.eat-films.com
www.progressjj.co.uk 
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I’m turning 45 in 2 weeks. I’m also taking my first ever BJJ class next week. 🙏🏽
Well, how’s it goin?
@@2130dar he must’ve got his bluebelt n quit 😂
@@yuoungdeeOr gor choked out and never went back. 😂
Just got his a purple belt and got married.
@@chrisjamez00 LOL - I never ended up attending the class. Lockdown put an end to that. It's still on the list ofn things to do.
If you’re watching this and thinking about trying bjj, stop thinking about it and go find a good bjj school because years later you’ll wish you had. I’m a 35yr old white belt.
Image Bearer congrats on starting my dude; this couldnt be more true. You aren’t alone, im a 30 yr old white belt and regret all tgose years of wasting my life on video games n such. About a month in and it already has its hooks in me. Best wishes on your journey 🤙🏻
Get after it! 42 and been after it for only a month.
I'm watching this because I went and found a good BJJ school. My next lesson is my 3rd. I am a 45 year old white belt.
Started 5 weeks ago- 41 old. White belt 👊🏻😊
Absolutely true!!!
52 year old white belt here.
I began 1 year & 2 weeks ago.
"There are two types of brotherhood. By blood and by sweat" I like that quote.
Saulo is the man!!
Hell yeah!
1:03:10 I love this one too!
There's 3. By tears also
So happy everyone enjoyed the film. It was a pleasure making it with Eatfilms, and with all the legends we got chance to interview. It's nice to showcase the guys that are were there at the start and hear their amazing stories.
I know this is 8 years old. I very much enjoyed it, except for the bokeh madness, it would have been so much better with less potato cam and more focus.
"It's not who's good, it's who's left" such an inspiring opening, makes me want to get back on the mats asap. Chris Haueter is the man.
Did you go back?
@@cousinjack1184 I did! I am now a blue belt and coach for our kids classes. 👍
This comment section alone speaks volumes for how ju jitsu attracts great people. You guys all rock. Seriously best comment section I've ever seen on RUclips. Lol
Failed to mention this is one of my favorite movies about Bjj. Amazing job guys. Really.
F.L.O.A That's awesome! It's great to hear so much positive feedback on the film, we have an amazing community within BJJ. I've currently working on another project, more details coming soon! Thanks for watching.
F.L.O.A If you like our work, check out our new Jiu-Jitsu documentary project. If you like the idea help support by sharing the campaign: igg.me/at/jiujitsuvstheworld Thanks, Dan
"people either love jiu jitsu or they dont understand it"..................word. That was a very well made documentary.
+nasgaf Thanks!
I pity the fool who doesn't like your comment.
@@threethrushes No pity required. I disliked the comment because it's cliche bullshit. "people either love XX]or they dont understand it" replace XX with bjj, heavy metal, tattoos, chess, graffiti, oil painting, wood crafting, yoga, bird watching, whatever activity you happen to know in depth, and it works perfectly.
Gerhard Symons clearly olemew didn’t get the joke in your comment, but I thought it was funny!!
I understand it.. I just lost motivation and gave up. Maybe it was the gyms I was going to and the people I was around.. Depression did NOT help either.
I love the BJJ community. You can go to any school and instantly be accepted and welcomed wholeheartedly. It's a great art, practiced by great people.
Well... This is not always the case, look into reddit discussions.
@@im4485 Reddit is a cesspool
"You just can't quit." Fucking pumps me up every time.
I started training BJJ in 2001, 19 years later, the passion still there.
When you get hooked with BJJ you just don't do it as a hobby. BJJ becomes your life, once you understand what BJJ is all about you will understand that anything is possible, on and off the mats.
This is a beautiful documentary. Fascinating, heartfelt, and inspiring. I am new to BJJ, I just started training a few months ago. After signing up my kids (5 and 7) my husband started training and eventually I caught the bug. It's the best thing that has ever happened to my family. I just turned 40, I have no former experience in any sort of anything, but BJJ has already changed my life and I can't imagine ever stopping.
That's really cool that you can all train together as a family. Enjoy it! And thanks for watching the film
You still at it?
Great video. As a former kick boxer of nearly 20 years I always laughed at the "Jiu-Jitsu guys" because of ego and arrogance. I've been training in BJJ now for 6 months and I wish I had started 20 years ago. Take it from me who's fought killers in the ring... Jiu-Jitsu is the most effective and dangerous art form to have. Sure I can still to this day knock a man out standing but what if I was taken down? Game over. Great film!
Don't worry Nikko. Martial Arts is a tricky path. Plus, you have Striking experience to bring to your Ground game. :)
You cant knock anyone out buddy
@GlasgowBlueBear1690 GLASGOW CELTIC CHAMPIONS!
@@johnblack9555 Nonce fc
Still training?
It was because of this film that I started training in BJJ 3 months ago after a lumbar injury took me out of Muay Thai. To this day, if I am frustrated with my "snail brain" (not remembering techniques), I watch this film and the following film "Jiu Jitsu vs. The World" (also from Eat Films), and get super- hyped to get on my Gi and belt and hit those mats. I look forward to training, getting tapped out by my partners- they are like big brothers, if they realize that or not, I don't care. That is how I see them all. I have such a huge appreciation for the lifestyle... So in love with this art. They say the opposite of addiction is connection. Jiu jitsu proves that they can come hand in hand.
I guess I have “snail brain” too.
I to had to back out of Muay Thai from being injured, I just signed up for BJJ, I've had one class and I really enjoyed it signed up and can't wait for my next class!
Wonder how your journey is going now. OSS
I first watched this documentary when I was living on the East Coast, and it was part and parcel of turning me on to BJJ. A year and a half ago, I accepted a job here in LA (El Segundo, to be precise), and I now have the privilege of training Gracie Jiu Jitsu at Gracie University in Torrance, CA. Thanks, guys!
3 years later and I still come back to watch this documentary! OSS! 🤙🏾
I was so fortunate to have some of the early Gracie Coaches bring me up in Jiu-Jitsu. Lowel and Richard from the original Gracie Torrance Academy were a huge influence over my initial jiu-jitsu career. I was one of the guys in the second waive, post UFC, and started in 1995. I haven't always been committed, I haven't always been consistent, but I'm still standing 25 years later. Heading to class now in fact! Looking forward to the next 25 years.
Loved this🤙🏼 I’m only four months into jiujitsu.
Guess you could say I’m still in survival mode as a white belt. This is by far the hardest thing I have ever done in my life but for some reason I cannot give it up. I ever knew how bad I needed this in my life until I started doing it. I love jiujitsu And it will always be a part of my life from here on out
I hope you’re still doing it bro
I can honestly say Jiujitsu is something I've always loved. Wish I could make a living doing it but I'll be happy enough to have a career that pays for me to train every day.
+1234kingconan Regardless of money I hope we're all lucky enough to have jiu-jitsu as part of our lives forever
Amen
awesome film bro! Congrats!
stuartcooperfilms Cheers Stuart, means a lot!
+stuartcooperfilms Only just seen this, cheer Stu
"10 years from now, I'm gonna be somewhere, why not be a black belt too?"
THAT is a winning attitude!
One of the best quotes ever..ever! "When we put the gi we all the same!"
I'm a long-time martial artist and everything I heard and saw in this video is absolutely true about Jiu Jitsu. It has made a huge difference in my life.
That speech by Chris Haueter at the beginning got me to try my first class 3 years ago. #Oss
A good academy will not only teach you good Jiu-Jitsu, but life lessons that are learned on the mat and lifelong friends.
I've been training for the better part of ten years and lost some love for jiu jitsu cause life got in the way and since watching this I have honestly had more fun and been happier than I have in a while on and off the mat. I really miss training with guys like the ones in the video above. Its not all about the skill but about the bond and connection with others and the ability to adapt and change and overcome. Thank you guys.
+Jerry B Really glad to hear that the film has had such a positive influence. It's all about having fun :)
holy shit. I've been training for two months and watching made me look forward the next 30+ years I have left. Respect to all those who have made this path available to the rest of us
White belt here . Today I've had my first lesson of jiu-jitsu . Despite a few scratches I feel good and I can't wait for the next one which is taking place tomorrow 😀
I'll hope to reply to this comment when getting a grey-white belt ! Take care people !
Awesome! Keep at it and enjoy it!
Hope you're still rolling. One month here. Trying to soak it in but there's a whole lot to learn. Good luck!
Whenever I feel down about my game, or my motivation to train is in the dumps, I'll watch from 1:10:04 onward. Never fails to get my head back in it.
45 minutes mark, Tsunami BJJ is where I train at. Representing right here and anyone is welcome to stop by for a visit. Great place and people, drive from Monterey Park to Torrance or Culver City to train.
who ever decided to make explosions in the sky, the music to this.... you have been part of a synchronicity you might never understand.. . and that is the beauty of synchronicity ...
It's such an inspiring documentary. I practiced when I was younger but I never forgot the great feeling and confidence JJ gave me for life in general. Now, I'm 36 and I am back on the mat. Only now I'll keep it up no matter what goes on relating to job and study.
That poor blue belt Chris rolls with..........hahaha. Love this. Watched multiple times.
Great documentary, and very inspiring, for ANY martial artist. I`ve been training ITF Taekwondo for 5 years now, which has become an essential part of my life, and you guys perfectly captured the passion, the friendships and the love that can be built around martial arts training. You guys are extremely talented, keep up the good work!
Thanks a lot for the kind words, really appreciate it and I'm glad you enjoyed the film!
Arguably one of the best jiu jitsu documentaries out there....insightful...humbling...just plain old awesome!!! Great post!!! Thanks for sharing!!!!!!
We need a film in 2021
Who are the jerks who don't like this amazing movie!? Thank you so much for making this.
+Carroll Swartz Haha, thanks for watching!
I bet the krav crowd gave the thumbs down. IN JIU JITSU WE TRUST !!!
these comments are terrible because they quickly become irrelevant, there are now 191 jerks...
@@aaronsloanchase 194 now
they where struggling with the focus i guess. Non the less, dope movie. Cool stories from the oldies there.
Back in 1993 the Gracie family would always come to the store I was working at in Hawaii to shop and every time they saw me they would tell me to come and train. I never did not sure :(. I've always loved the beautiful art and seen the growth through the years. Great docu and it reinforces that I made the right decision. Now in 2015 I finally started training its only been a few days and its so addicting. My journey has just begun and hopefully I will be able to reach black belt status. Aloha!
4UCESO That's awesome man, and great to hear you've started training! Thanks for watching
Bravo! You guys hit this one out of the park.
Great work fellas.
Thanks!!
This was amazing, it took me over a year to sit down and watch the entire film but that’s life. I feel everything this film expresses and after focusing alittle over 5 years to the sport I feel it more everyday. It has made me a better human being and exposed me to great people and friends! Great watch, thank you for making it, with respect from the Midwest!
this vintage video of rickson is really inspiring. great job boys
Awesome documentary and highlighting some of the BJJ originals.
+Andy Wang Thanks for watching Andy
Absolutely can not wait to start my life long journey of Jiu-Jitsu next week
Nice!
I literally welled up w tears and chills thru my body by the end of this!!! One of the best documentaries I've seen on jiujitsu or any other subject!!!! This doc shows the birth and growth of jiujitsu in America!!! Bravo!!! #oss
Wow! Thanks for the kind words, hearing things like this makes it all worthwhile. Glad you enjoyed the film, Oss!
Those early days in Torrance, those were the days...to be there really did seem like something very special, even at the time.
Jefferson Smith I can only imagine, it just have been an amazing experience.
This is an amazing tribute to the art, excellent work here.
this film was one of the main motivating factors in getting my back on the mats after 7 years off(i done Kung Fu, Karate and Japanese Jujitsu in the past) really loving Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since i started.
Cant wait for the next video, pre ordered Jiu-Jitsu VS The World.
I just missed a seminar at my club with Chris Haueter at my club which im quite devastated about, seems really cool guy and has good stuff to say
+Eric Brown Great to hear you're back on the mats and attribute the film as one of your motivations for doing so. Thanks a lot for the support with the new project, much appreciated!
Chris is a really cool guy, I'm sure you'll get another chance to meet/train with him down the line. Best, Dan
I feel ya man i hope you find the lost hope in your martial art. Im a karate black belter and being doing 7yrs muay Thai .after 2 yrs off I'm back in muay Thai mixing it with some personal weekly bjj sessions..But I don't know man, I feel age factor I'm 30 now, some say old for doing the same things I used to do in martial arts and those 2 yrs off made me a bit ...useless
Marios Kuzalis You'll never be as a young as you are today! Don't stop training :)
Eat Films thank you for the boost. It means a lot...
+Marios Kuzalis nah man i hear ya totally agree.
Totally feel the same way about rolling its a journey n life , just started rolling one year ago I feel like I am a new generation.....this flick looks back on jiu jitsu and makes me proud and puts a fire n my heart
Oss keep training man!
Thought I would watch 5 mins of this and watched the whole thing.
James Mccorkle Thats awesome man, thanks!!
Love getting my little dose of ROLL in every now and then. Love your work guys. Gotta love BJJ. It's the truth!!
This is an excellent film. I can't wait to roll again, Monday can't come fast enough.
cy6schmid Oss! Glad you enjoyed it!
Such a blessing to be born into a family like yours!! I completely enjoyed watching the story of a true legend!
Excellent! Jiujitsu in our blood, for the rest of our lives brothers and sisters. No more hiatuses--just rolling.
Jayne Cobb Oss!
Wow. The only downside of this entire video is that it had to end. I dont know what is so magical about hearing the old school guys talk about how it was back in the day with fighting and challenges and the way they taught but it's just... mesmerizing. Great job.
Thanks for the kind words, really appreciate it glad you enjoyed the film :)
Eat Films very nice video. Who thought id actually stay for over an hour...lol !!✌ i still dont like sweaty balls in my face!
One of the best Jits films I've ever seen. Thank you guys so much for posting this! I've been so pumped to see this since I saw the trailer and it definitely blew away my expectations. Thank you! Oss!
angelo martin Thanks a lot! Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the support! More content coming soon :)
We are honored to have Professor Saulo Ribeiro coming to our school in NZ in September. Really cool to stumble upon this video.
Saulo is awesome, a legend in the sport and such a good dude!
I got introduced to jujitsu while training at Fairtex in San Francisco. Jujitsu was introduced and anew student was telling g me about it. He offers to show me an example with a rear naked choke. Lol My eyes almost popped out of my head. I took my first class and was hooked! Jake Shields took over the jujitsu program and sure we all know how he excelled in jujutsu. Training jujitsu turned my life around, I learned what you can accomplish with hard work and consistency.
it's 2 AM here, i've just finished your documentary and i can't sleep !!! i just want to turn haha thank you for this movie, such a gret moment
Thanks, it means a lot!
wow you could do a whole documentary on Chris Hauter that guy is interesting as hell, loved hearing the stories from the old days
Chris is such a character, was amazing to meet him. Every other sentence that came out of his mouth was pure inspiration or philosophical genius, shooting the interviews I was totally sucked in, an amazing experience. Glad you enjoyed the film and thanks for the support!
The music in this is great. Some of my favorite post-rock songs. Thanks for putting this together!
Love Rorian’s voice narration. It’s reminiscent of Jacques Cousteau.
This is an excellent piece of work. Kudos.
Finally a long high quality BJJ documentary. Please bring on more! This was so great!
Glad you enjoyed it Murdoc, thanks! Got some cool ideas for more content so keep an eye on the channel
Beautiful film ! Thank you so much!
That was simply fantastic. Great mood, great filming, great editing, great message. Well done! Thank you for this.
Thanks for the kind words! Really happy you enjoyed it :)
did anybody else get a little emotional watching this, or was it just me? dang i got problems
Come train :)
Jiu jitsu is NEVER a problem
mojo nomadic In that case I have a problem too. :)
i think your just a pussy
Nothing wrong with feeling
Every morning I watch and listen to the intro of this video (1:20-2:30). Puts me in a very good mood for the day! Awesome job on the documentary. Already donated for the new BJJ film, I have faith that you can do it. Keep up the good work! Greetings from Germany
MrBob1551 Thats awesome man and thanks a lot for the donation towards the new film! Dan
I trained with Royce in Torrance in the 1990's; this is an extremely well executed historical video and gives one a "sense" of those times. I haven't even finished watching it all yet. The poignant part is that time passes.
Thats awesome man, I can imagine it was an amazing experience. It means a lot for you to say the film gave you a sense of those times, thanks for watching and thanks for the support! Dan
This is an amazing video. These guys were in at the ground floor. What amazing stories they must have.
Great job, really enjoyable film. I have now added rolling in California to my bucket list!
Thanks man, definitely recommend going out there. Beautiful weather and amazing jiu-jitsu :)
Inspirational , loved every minute every second of this
Cheers Jimbob!
I watch at least 3 times a week. when I can't train because of life or injuries this is my way to keep from going crazy. Absolutely keeps me motivated. thank you guys for such a great film
That's really cool to hear Sophia thanks!
This is an excellent documentary on BJJ in Cali. Thank you so much! 🙏🏽👊🏽
Thank u for this doc! Awesome!! Oss!!
Our pleasure. Hope you enjoy it! Thanks for the support.
Incredible film, great job. I've always wondered about the people the first trained under the guys that brought jiu jitsu and getting to learn about how it happened in the beginning is just awesome. Hopefully I can start filming these top of jiu jitsu docs someday soon, too!
Thanks so much Benjamin. Get out there and get shooting!
It would be great to see more documentaries
@@rbjj861 Hey Richard! Hope you're well. For sure, I've had a really busy schedule recently but I definitely plan to work on new films in the not too distant future.
I look forward to that
So much beauty in this documentary, thank you so much!!!
+SimonBriz Thanks for watching :)
I´ve seen this like three times now, really well done, inspiring! Love you Jiu Jitsu!
gringoroll Glad you enjoyed it man, makes it worthwhile! If you'd like to help us and support our next BJJ feature film you can do so here: igg.me/at/jiujitsuvstheworld Thanks, Dan
Thank you for this. Now a part two would be brilliant.
Thank you. I've a few ideas but would love to make a part 2 at some point..
beautiful film. thanks for making it available on RUclips. feeling inspired
My pleasure. The new film will be available soon. Thanks
+Eat Films whats the new film, my dude? Congrats on this one.. not even done watching yet and its instant classic.
Thanks. The new film is called Jiu-Jitsu Vs The World, its a film about the positive impact jiu-jitsu can have on peoples lives. I've just returned home from filming and am starting on the post production process. Dan
Thank you for this amazing documentary!!! well done!!!
Our Pleasure Roman, thanks for watching!
I am 25 I started Jiu jitsu when I was 19 for 5 months and due to life circumstances I was not able to train until about 8 months ago when I started training again here in San Diego and I can say that BJJ did change my life and I’m very grateful and honor to be part of the community. OSS
Take me to California, i need that
Thanks for the vídeo Eat Films!
Our pleasure! I'd recommend the trip. Thanks for the support :)
Love the last part...44 here and just started...haven't been on mat since high school wrestling but loving BJJ so far.
Great to hear man, keep at it
+Eat Films thanks very much. Will do. Plug for Yamasaki Academy, Springfield, Va.
Thanks guys for this awesome documentary. it was a plus having my school in there is well. ATOS San Diego HQ. This is definitely a must watch for people that like Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. the history of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Southern California. I will share recommended for everyone I know.
Superb. I'm new to BJJ and still deeply appreciated this!
I saw this back in 2015 when I was thinking about trying jiu jitsu and thanks to Chris’s words in the opening scene 7 years and some change later I’m now a brown belt. Just keep training and it all falls into place
absolutely class; worth a watch!
nieustawajwbiegu Thanks!
Coming off a year and a half hiatus, started training again this past week and watching this video again has reinvigorated my desire to continue my journey in bjj.
This is a great! Im glad someone made this and told this story.
Remember when you could just go to the gym.... i miss it more than anything
Never stopped. Its all about control.
@@jungledonkey3926 whts tht mean when he says just go to a gym?
@@ur1el554 perspective, the government is using the pandemic to control you.
I love watching how BJJ has grown all over and it has a lot to do with it being so well received in the US. Bless 'Murica.
I've watched this 3 times now. Wicked film :)
I have no words do describe what I've just seen. Its awesome. Thank you guys for this great documentary. Wish I can visit Cali and train with the high level competitors. From Russia with love!
Really appreciate the kind words! I hope you get to visit California for yourself one day it was an amazing experience. Thanks!
Thank you so much for this after watching this I've decided on starting jiu-jitsu once I gather the funds...I may have no clue whatsoever what rolling or 50/50 is but after watching this i'm quite confident it's not something i want to miss out on:)
insanitydolphin Thats awesome! If my films are making people get into jiu-jitsu then I'm very happy! You won't regret it, best of luck to you!
This is like the jujitsu version of pumping iron
That busker is awesome. Great guitar, and great singing. No one else has mentioned that so I thought I'd show my appreciation for that talented individual.
Awesome doc thanks !
Time for another one to get people back on the mats after these dark times:)
Definitely!
C m
Fantastic video. You should be very very proud of that piece of work. Osss
Thanks for the kind words, glad you enjoyed the film! oss
Incrível! Um dos melhores documentários a respeito do JJ que eu já vi. Parabéns!!
Must have watched this 100 times, it helps me to persevere, great work! I tell everyone to watch it!
Awesome. Great to hear!