I just joined! Got any tips for a white belt?

[Enrique "Kiko"]

Eat raw lumber for a month straight, grow your beard out to unreasonable lengths, punch a polar bear in the face, grunt like a caveman, and own a flying unicorn. =D

No really though, mix up static repetitions *done in perfect form every single rep, which is where a coach is key to have around,* roll "safely" and with people you trust, live rolling often, maybe 2-3 times a week, and most of all, leave your ego at the door. Like Keith Owen says "The journey to black belt is about 10,000 taps." That's YOU tapping out mind you. Never think of a tap, or getting tapped as a loss or a win, but as a learning experience. And most of all, enjoy =D.

[John H. Davis Jr.]

Some tips?

Show up to training, have an open mind, and the rest will follow. It doesn't have to be a 10th Planet gym, any BJJ school will suffice. If you want to get good, it's time for a lifestyle change. Sort out a diet plan that suits you and look into starting Yoga for flexiblity and core strength. Work on your squeeze. Constantly work on your fundamentals: hip movement; leverage; balance, flow.

When you lose, don't get upset. Use it as motivation and a learning experience. When you win, be humble. Adopt the mindset that there is always somebody faster, always somebody better. Help your training partners. BREATHE! Drill technique in class, drill technique before class, drill technique after class.

The most important thing to do is enjoy the ride.

Welcome to the world of Jiu Jitsu

Couldn't say it better the only thing I would add. Find a white belt or someone newer than you and someone better than you hopefully a blue belt or better. Get out and do some NAGA tournament's. Goodluck!

[Fogel]

Roll as much as you can!!!

[HerbChao]

I would say balance between rolling with new people, people ur level, and the higher belts (don't be afraid to engage a strong blue or above, u'll learn alot rolling with them and most won't be in a hurry to submit u to show off to their classmates). Watch and study videos and books where u can (it can be hard to resist, but try to avoid overbuying and studying although I fight that too). Be sure u properly stretch and warm up, and cool down. Listen to ur body if u feel an ache or tired, or just mentally tired. And def have fun and watch the UFC fights where u can too!!!