Almost a year ago both my 9 and 12 year old sons started their Brazilian Jiu Jitsu journey.

This month I started mine.

So happy to get on “the path” with them.

Even though it means that 3-4 times a week I’m getting choked, thrown, submitted, beat.

I’m also learning, growing, improving.

There are obvious physical and mental benefits.

But the most suprising benefit, is the community.

The others.

The ones who wrap their arms around you and teach, support, and lift you up.

Then they slam you, choke you, submit you, beat you.

But it’s all love.

Open mat tomorrow.