Why BJJ Skill Isn’t Always Determined by Sparring or Competition Results

Описание: In this video, Prof. Mark Entrata — a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner with over 24 years of experience — shares a refreshing take on what truly defines skill in BJJ.

Many believe that competition medals or sparring results determine who’s “better,” but Prof. Mark explains why that’s not always the case. He dives deep into the mental, emotional, and physical factors that affect performance — and why these don’t always reflect real skill.

Using the absolute division and a guitar analogy (reps = practice, sparring = band practice, competition = live performance), Prof. Mark paints a clear picture of how skill develops beyond just winning or losing.

🎯 This video connects with our previous discussion:
👉 “BJJ Promotions: Skill-Based or Attendance-Based?” — exploring how belt promotions can be more complex than they seem when results and true skill don’t always align.

Ultimately, Prof. Mark encourages every practitioner — no matter what gym or team you’re from — to focus on safety, fun, and longevity. Because the real goal is to keep training, stay healthy, and enjoy the journey.

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