The true meaning to belts in BJJ

What is the true meaning to belts in the martial arts or brazilian jiu jitsu (BJJ)?

Coloured belts represent levels of progress for students in Martial arts or BJJ. The system was created in the 19th century by Jigoro Kano, considered by many as the father of judo. The belt system has since come to be used by other martial arts, including BJJ, Karate, and all other arts. Colours vary between disciplines, and even within disciplines can be different from country to country or club to club. But the symbolism of the belts are the same in every discipline.

White belts are typically given to beginner students of the martial arts. White is a symbol of birth and beginning, indicating that the student is just starting to gain knowledge. White belts are used in most martial arts, including karate, taekwondo, judo, and jiu jitsu.

The Black belt is the highest level of belt in judo, karate and Jiu jitsu — though there may also be levels of black belt. The black belt is the opposite of the white belt, signifying completion and maturity in the student. It is popularly said that ancient martial artists’ white belts would become black with dirt over years of training, but this story is likely just that.

All the other belts in between very among arts and schools. The main thing is that belts are not a symbol of what you can do, it is a symbol of years of training that you have been through. Most people when starting at a new school feel that their starting over, which they shouldn’t feel that way. You should understand that if you are confident in your ability you should excel fast.

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