Foundations of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu by Bernardo Faria
795 reviews · 4.95 / 5
Bernardo Faria · Combo
Jiu Jitsu For Old Guys: Fundamental Game Plan by Bernardo Faria has 176 customer reviews in this archive, averaging 4.99 out of 5. 99% are five-star and 0 are one or two stars. Reviews run from August 8, 2024 to October 22, 2026. All of them are published below in full, unedited.
164 of these reviewers gave their belt rank when they submitted the review. BJJ Fanatics asks for rank, age and years training at the point of review, so this breakdown is self-reported by the customer.
| Belt | Reviews | Average rating |
|---|---|---|
| Blue | 53 | 4.98 |
| White | 46 | 4.98 |
| Purple | 33 | 5.0 |
| Black | 20 | 5.0 |
| Brown | 12 | 5.0 |

Jiu Jitsu For Old Guys: Fundamental Game Plan by Bernardo Faria is currently listed on the BJJ Fanatics storefront at $197.00 USD. View Jiu Jitsu For Old Guys: Fundamental Game Plan by Bernardo Faria on BJJ Fanatics
Great Material!
Really nice pass for a 72 year old female
This instructional series was a game changer for me after returning to the mats from a prolonged, multi year break.
Definitely one of the best instructional for older guys and beginners. This instructional is good for beginners to build a good base and for the older guys to create a simple and safer game plan
This was a great video and help me out a-lot in my game. Was able to see the difference immediately.
Finally, an Instructional That Understands I’m Not 25 Anymore What makes this instructional so useful is that Bernardo gives you an actual game plan from standing, to half guard, to pressure passing, and all the way through dominant positions and submissions without relying on speed or crazy flexibility. For an older grappler like me, this is exactly the kind of jiu-jitsu I want—simple, heavy, efficient, and designed around making the younger guy do most of the unnecessary moving.
Another great instructional from Bernardo. At 48 yrs old it gave me some ideas to adapt my game when rolling against the young guys
The techniques are very well linked and explained. Great video
Great overall gameplan if you’re starting. Outlines Bernardo’s go to moves throughout his career
Yes!
I watch this instructional video over and over again, and of course I challenge myself repeatedly in sparring until I can use it in a match.
Great Instructional - unfortunately a lot of it is increasingly applicable as I am getting old.
I really like this. It gives me a path of where to go
Amazing
Great Instructional, I love Bernardo's work.
Amazing !!!!
This instructional material is truly a roadmap for anyone who wants to improve in all phases of Jiu-Jitsu. Standing, guard passing, guard, advantageous positions, and submissions. Truly complete.
Great instructional for basics that are for folks who want to train for a long time. Hits on all the core positions and attacks
J'ai besoin d'aller du global aux détails pour bien comprendre, surtout dans un domaine complexe comme le JJB. Ces vidéos sont faites pour moi.
Great introduction on how to play the old men games!
As usual Bernardo does and excellent job and whats even more exciting is his teaching continues to improve!! Keep going my friend "Huge Honor for Me!"
Very nice start to end work flows which become great drills
Tons of relevant techniques that covers multiple scenarios
Amazing information!
Used this gameplan for my first competition. Went 2-0 with under 2 minutes of mat time for gold. Thank you Bernardo! Hope to train with you in the future
Great gameplan to follow regardless of age
Already learned so much that has changed my strategy in matches.
Excellent concepts to help me gameplan my jiu-just to remain active on the mats.
Awesome instructional. Very straight forward
The techniques and concepts suit not olnly to old grapplers.
great
Very useful to build a great training program and consolidate a game plan comp!!
Really amazing and detailed game plan for Old Guys like me, helps to think thru your capabilities and options and adapt it to what you consider better for your game.
Has hugely improved my game by having options from every position.
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Great instructional.
Great program for us older grapples. Breaks down techniques so that there easy to understand
Me gusta como Bernardo explica en base a su experiencia cuáles son las técnicas y estrategias para usarlas como guía al momento de luchar. Un imperdible para cinturones blancos.
Great techniques, explained very well. Bernado is great at teaching!
Its a nice and helpful dvd . I can just recommended this dvd
I dont consider myself old but at 40+ im definitely much older than my training partners. Bernardo farias fundamental game plan for old guys has given me great moves and answers to tuff positions. Highly recommend.
nice
Great Tutorial! 45 year old here who‘s struggling with younger ones.
This is an excellent instructional by Bernardo Faria. I highly recommend it to anyone if you are looking for a solid game plan.
This video brings together his old man moves into one system. For more details on each move and options, may have to find other videos. But this is a great overview.
Nice
Half guard and closed guard are the positions that I find easily. This is a great game plan that involves both positions. Great options from all positions
Super Video!
As usual Bernardo delivers. Easy, efficient and straight to the point. Good small details about positions that most of us already know, to finish basic moves with
Great techniques, well explained by a proven champion!
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