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BJJ Belt Rankings and Promotions: Why Skill Matters More Than the Color of Your Belt
By Coach Moises Carrasco | Owner & Head Coach, American Top Team Tuscaloosa One of the most rewarding parts of being a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coach is watching students grow. From the nervous beginner stepping onto the mats for the first time to the experienced competitor preparing for another tournament, everyone is on their own journey. But something I’ve noticed over the years is how easily students can become discouraged when promotions don’t happen as quickly as they expect

Moises Carrasco
Oct 2012 min read
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