How To Tie Your BJJ Belt
If you are new to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, or if you usually train nogi and forgot how to tie your belt, this is for you. Tying your belt can feel confusing at first, but it gets easy with a little practice.
There are two common ways to tie your belt: the standard knot and the diamond knot. Both look clean and fulfill the same purpose. Pick the one you like best.
Standard Knot
The standard knot is the fastest and easiest way to tie your belt. It is the most common method in BJJ.
In competitions like IBJJF tournaments, there is a time limit to fix your belt. The standard knot is a good choice because it is quick to tie and holds reasonably well during matches.
Watch the video below to learn the standard knot:
Diamond Knot
The diamond knot looks a little sharper and holds very tightly. It is a good option if you want your belt to stay in place during hard training or if you care about a neat look.
In the video below, we show two versions: the diamond knot and the perfect diamond knot, which has one extra step to make it even cleaner.
Watch the video below to learn the diamond and perfect diamond knots:
Final Tips
- Practice tying your belt a few times before class until it feels natural.
- Make sure the belt is not twisted when you wrap it around your waist.
- Try to keep the ends of the belt about the same length.
Soon it will feel like second nature. See you on the mats!
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