The Grappling Discourse: Recent Episodes
Matt Skaff
In this episode I talk about how each belt promotion can look different and Gordon Ryan taking two superfights.
I’m this episode I talk about cornering and discuss how much of an impact I believe they have on a match.
In this episode I talk about the importance of filming your self and marcelo Garcia returning?????
In this episode I talk about how to view training partners you mentor. Plus Craig jones officially announced a date!
In this episode I talk about the fall of flo, training at other gyms, and starting a patreon.
In this episode I talk about Craig going to war with Adcc, comp standard’s, and complaining about getting better.
In this episode I talk about a disturbed person walking in the gym and blue belt opening up a school near by.
In this episode I talk about Mikey training celebrities and Meregali stand up strategy.
I’m this episode I talk about Gordon’s announcement as well as when you should talk to your instructor about a fellow training partner.
In this episode I talk about the growing rivalry between Nicky rod and Meregali. I also remind the listeners that bjj is a long journey.
In this episode I talk about why you should take the time to become a defensive master and give you tips on how to do that.
I’m this episode I chat about a Gracie university review and wrestlers winning blue belt tournaments.
In this episode I talk about athletes backing out of matches and craig jones newest beef with yuri simoes.
In this episode I talk about beating brown and black belts and taking advantage of kindness.
In this episode I talk about why it’s important to learn the newest techniques in beginner class.
In this episode I discuss the upcoming ufc fight pass invitational and why you should have confidence passing the guard.
In this episode I talk about the three worst fights I’ve watched. As well as Adcc day one.
In this episode I talk about the upcoming Adcc trials, usada and ufc split, clothing, and bjj cults.
In this episode i chat with the man himself, Kemoy Anderson, as well as three of the best upcoming grapplers in the world.
I’m this episode I talk about Craig’s criticism of flograppling. I also make Polaris and Wno picks.
In this episode I talk about my new roll with the PGF, Nicky rod rejecting Gordon’s offer, and Adcc European trials.
In this episode I talk about an injury, culty school policies and doing lots of sparring.
In this episode I talk about three huge mistakes you maybe making that are stopping you from getting promoted.
In this episode I talk about big dans impressive performance and question if the lion is really king of the jungle.
In this episode I address the concerns many new teachers still have; not being the best person in the room.
I’m this episode I talk about the Nicky rod Gordon feud. As well as fights with training partners.
In this episode I talk about why I don’t think scheduled promotions work. And the ever growing feud between new wave and b team.
In this episode I chat with Kemoy Anderson about his new promotion, main character jiu jitsu.
In this episode I talk about what’s really going on when someone things they are getting worse.
In this episode I talk about what percent I think steroids help an athlete perform better.
In this episode I talk about Bteams new addition, hiding your weaknesses in competition and when to change things up.
I’m this episode I talk about people asking for discounts and jiu jitsu Gordon Ryan problem.
In this episode I talk about leadership and something that has taken my recovery to the next level.
I’m this episode I talk about the 46 million dollar lawsuit that shook the jiu jitsu work last week.
In this episode I talk about Technical issues and successes in CJJ, must watch back control, and an athlete copying Gordon Ryan.
In this episode I talk about the significance of nick Rodriguez being clean. I also chat about facing the same opponent again and again.
In this episode I talk about who I would induct into the tenth planet hall of fame, I also chat about people who can’t afford a membership.
I’m this episode I talk about greasing allegations, big goals hit, and doing jiu jitsu in front of your instructor.
In this episode I discuss what’s going on between Gordon Ryan and his former team mates.
In this Episode I chat with the Social Disorder Podcast host Drew Weatherhead. We talk about jiu jitsu, Gracie Jiu Jitsu history, conspiracy's, AI and much more.
In this episode I talk about an absurd blue belt promotion, Gracie combatives and Gordon Ryan vs Felipe Peña.
This episode is all about conspiracy theories. Jiu jitsu, space, meat are all discussed.
In this episode Drew and I talk about Adcc, future of grappling, can a clean athlete beat Gordon and much more.
In this episode I talk about the dos and donts of weight cutting. I also talk about dealing with anxiety.
In this episode I talk all things Dillon Danis. How good is he? What is his villian orgin story?
I’m this episode I talk about the aftermath of Christian’s fight, cjj quintet, and Gordon bs Nicky rod.
In this episode I talk about the skills you should be developing in year two of bjj training.
In this episode I talk about something I learned in regards to teaching a class, and I talk about a huge upcoming fight for one of our guys on Bellator!
In this episode I talk about the importance of the rear body lock. I also talk about some life changes I’ve made recently.
In this episode I talk about cranking submissions in competition. I also talk about my definition of a fighter.
In this episode I talk about my experience at Medusa, Gordon RyAn vs Tye Ruotolo beef and who wins the PGF.
I’m this episode I talk about what’s next for bjj as a sport, the DDS split and what is next for the Ryan brothers.
In this episode I talk about modern BJJ fundamentals. Are you or your school falling behind?
In this episode I talk about my three year anniversary, Using caution when rolling with new people, and Why you should never hang on to the closed guard.
What should you do if you aren’t having having fun anymore? Do you still love training?
In this episode I talk about why you have negative thoughts while rolling and why you have to keep going.
In this episode I talk all things beginner class. What does a perfect beginner class look like and how can we make students better faster.
In this episode I talk about my new podcast. I talk about who’s next finale. And Recent PGF news.
I’m this episode I talk about some crazy bjj opinions. Some really hot takes in this episode.
I’m this episode I give you 4 strategies on how to get promoted faster than your peers.
In this episode I talk about steroid use in Bjj. I also talk about different team formats.
In this episode I talk about Gordon Ryan’s bet match with Felipe Peña, Ryan halls withdrawal from Adcc and wrestling against the cage.
In this episode I talk about why we are getting so many students switching gyms to join ours and beating someone who beat you in a past competition.
In this episode I outline skills that I am looking for in heavy weight blue belts. I also chat about the upcoming superfight between Tonon and Ruotolo.
Should amateurs be competing against professionals? Does flograppling have to much power???
In this episode I talk about how important a good commentary team is and Gordon Ryan’s insane call out of 4 4 world champions.
You have to know where you are on the mat. And who’s around you! Wno talk. Will this card save flograppling?
In this episode I talk about how I’d go about improving my nogi game if I was making a switch from gi to No gi
In this episode I chat about my trip to Mexico and what I expect to see in Gordon Ryan’s upcoming match at WNO.
In this episode I talk about why it’s important to spar hard. And how to much light sparring can negatively impact you.
What do you say to someone after they lose? What do you say to yourself? Why these conversations are so important and what I’ve learned about them so far.
In this episode I talk about a new direction I’m going, and my decision to quitting teaching bjj classes.
Should Meregali got an automatic invite to Adcc? Brazilian Trials observations, and people’s concerns with bjj sale tactics.
In this episode I talk to PGF competitor Handsome Kevin Sherrill. We talk about the PGF, competition prep, wrestling, Harry Potter and much more.
I talk about a multitude of topics in this episode. What do we do about hiring matches? Time for a diet change? And hurting others during training.
In this episode I talk about things I learned or thought about from season three of the PGF.
In this episode I lost my top ten grapplers for 2021. I also talk about my experiences with covid.
In this episode I talk about Gordon Ryan doing the super fight and his weight division. Is this a mistake? Or is he a genius?
In this episode I chat with Tenth planet black belt Ben Eddy. We talk traveling with jiu jitsu, the rubber guard, the hindulotine, how he trains submissions, cjj and much more.
In this episode I talk about the importance of making sure you get 10 rounds in a training session once a week.
I chat with ADCC trials champion Giancarlo Bodoni about WNO, Joining New Wave Jiu Jitsu, bjj fanatics, competition mindset and much more.
In this episode I talk about the Adcc trials and the results of the division 1 wrestlers who entered.
In this episode I talk about the importance of coaches when it comes to high level competitor success.
I chat with CJJ 185 pound champion Ryan Aitken about his cjj performance, Adcc trials, the outside heel hook, yoga and much more.
In this episode I discuss three things you should never do when training take downs at the gym.
In this episode I sit down with no gi black belt silver medalist Joe Dierkhising. We talk about transitioning from swimming to jiu jitsu, onnit invitational, no gi worlds, wrestling and much more.
In this episode I chat with Submission Underground star Aaron Tiegs. We talk about competition, training in Israel, EBI ots, defensive training and much more.
In this episode I chat with first degree black belt Jeffery Donovan. We talk about training at alliance hq, competing, how to view losses, his battle with cancer and much more.
In this episode I talk about the huge WNO even happening September 25th and 26th on flograppling.
I tell a wild story that really shows how naive I was when it came to the potential of self defense situations.
In this episode I talk with tenth planet black belt Phil Schwartz about his coaching philosophies.
In this episode I talk with Former UFC fighter Cole Miller. Cole is one of the OGs of MMA. We talk about what the MMA scene looked like 20 years ago, how the sport has evolved, the ultimate fighter, fighting in Japan, and much more.
One of the most inspiring journeys to black belt in the bjj community. This is a must listen episode.
Tenth planet black belt Stephen Eakin joins the show to talk about getting his black belt from the Boogeyman, early days of mma training, the American dream and much more.
I have a chat with Mary Barron about her start in jiu jitsu, the importance of female leadership, being a good training partner, competition, boundaries, and much more.
I talk with brown belt Drew Foster about the evolution of jiu jitsu, keeping your motivation, what does each belt represent, and much more.
In this episode I catch up with the #6 145 pound grappler in the world, Keith Krikorian. We talk about his move to New Jersey, emerald city invitational, learning from losses, the next generation of grapplers, teaching kids and much more.
In this episode I talk about some of the sexual assault allegations currently plaguing the bjj community.
In this episode I talk with Tenth Planet black belt Jeremiah Vance. We go deep into the rubber guard. If you are looking to improve your guard this is a must listen.
In this episode I sit down with 10th Planet black belt Nathan Orchard. We talk about his journey to 10th Planet black belt, martial art philosophies, violence, Musashi and much more.
In this episode I catch back up with my good friend Keith kavanagh. We talk about training in Ireland during the pandemic, how he quit playing video games, nonnegotiable habits, his future plans and much more.
In this episode I sit down with Because Jitsu creator Drew Weatherhead. We get into running a gym during covid, creating an online brand, self value, nomadic jiu jitsu and much more. Easily one of my favorite episodes to date!
In this episode I talk to Iron Clad Wrestling founder, Jake Elkins. We talk about coaching philosophies, working with the USA Wrestling team, what is iron clad and much more.
In this episode I breakdown how I view tournaments vs superfights, when it’s time to take a superfight and why it’s important to compete in tournaments first.
In this episode I answer a frequent question I get about only being able to train once or twice a week.
In this episode I interview the man behind the wandering grappler. We talk about his mma journey, traveling and training, open mindedness and much more.
In this episode I talk about Paulo Miyaos retirement and my own competition scene absence.
In this episode I discuss what happened at UFC 264 from Ryan halls bizarre performance to conors leg breaking.
In this episode I detail all the experiences I have had with wrestling and what my future goals are.
I try to answer the question of how good Gordon Ryan is compared to everyone else. Is he the no gi goat?
In this episode I lay out a couple of ideas the will make grappling matches more exciting.
In this episode I talk about Roberto Jimenez, the open guard when strikes are allowed and knee bars.
In this episode I do a comprehensive breakdown on the pros and cons of the carnivore diet. I also talk about my future diet.
In this episode I breakdown three techniques that are being underutilized in jiu jitsu.
In this episode I talk about an instance where one of my students was hit was an illegal shot that lead to a disqualification. How should you react as a coach and athlete??
In this episode I talk about a big change Michael Jordan made to his pregame diet that allowed him to compete at his best in the second half of games.
In this episode I break down some mistakes you maybe making when you play rubber guard.
In this episode I talk about a new way that I’m trying to roll to improve my flow and chain attacks.
I sit down with PGF Co-Creator Keelan Lawyer to discuss season 2 and the future of the PGF.
In this episode I talk about Gordon Ryan’s controversial statement on the Joe Rogan podcast. Will Gi BJJ be extinct in ten years?
When is it time to compete against black belts? Are you ready to face stiffer competition?
Do you have a game based on movement or negation? I also share the results of my first blood test.
I talk about the four straight ankle lock variations that you need to add to your game ASAP!
In this episode I further reflect on Ben Askrens loss to jake Paul and share some lessons I learned from how he is handling it.
I talk about the Jake Paul vs Ben Askren fight and the three mistakes Ben made that we can learn from.
In this episode I talk some crucial offensive and defensive principles that will level your game up guaranteed!!
I update you guys on some of the tweaks that I’ve made recently to my diet and strength and conditioning.
In this episode I talk about training mistakes you maybe making and the holes that they create in your game!
In this episode I talk about calling or predicting the submission you are going to hit and how important that can be to growth in training or your professional career.
I talk about some recent controversy about shrimping and how you can use this to better your game.
In this episode I tell the story of the history of beef between Vagner Rocha and Gordon Ryan.
In this episode I talk about what qualities I am looking for in a brown belt practitioner/promotion.
I talk about the two types of training styles that student complain about to me the most and how I train with both styles.
I sit down with Tenth Planet Purple Belt Sean “the Barracuda” Demars. We talk about his love for the art of jiu jitsu, how he studied outside of class, being a rebel, his faith, strength and conditioning and much more.
I’m convinced there is one thing that will set you on the path to hitting all your goals. If you do this you one thing you are 5x more likely to be successful an whatever area in life you choose!
A share a lesson a learned from this past weekend while coaching a handful of my students at a local NAGA.
I breakdown all 16 competitors that are in season 2 of the PGF. I make some predictions and pick a winner.
Do you have knee pain? Do you want to become a world class athlete? Than this episode is for you!
I sit down with 10th Planet San Diego Blackbelt and the 6th ranked 145 pound grappler in the world Keith Krikorian.
I talk about a couple of awesome things I’ve learned from Conor Mcgregor camp leading up to his fight with Dustin Poirier.
I talk about getting promoted to first degree, as well as what I learned the past three years.
I talk about the importance of attending bjj camps and the mindset you need to get the most out of them.
Looking for a way to hold yourself accountable this year? This tactic maybe exactly what you are looking for!
I talk about a new challenge and obsession of mine. A must listen for anyone interested in teaching kids class
I sit down with PGF season 2 athlete Evan Stapler. We talk PGF goals, losing 100 pounds, competition mindset and much more.
In this episode I discuss how an athlete should handle competing against a team mate in a competition.
I talk about an idea that will help you accomplish deep work. And how I’m using it to improve as a jiu jitsu practitioner, instructor and coach.
I talk about why it’s so hard to learn to pass the guard. I also detail three guard passing systems, and encourage you to choose one to master!
Do you struggle to invert? Do you want an impassable guard? Want monster leg locks?? This episode is for you.
What pitfalls await at purple belt? Listen to hear the one thing that will hold purple belts back from progressing!
Quick episode talking about the importance of giving and a really cool way we at 10th Planet Decatur are giving back this month!
I was humbled by Kade Ruotolo this weekend. In this episode I encourage you to work on cool and unorthodox moves and why that’s important. Important note I say Tye Ruotolo instead of Kade multiple times during this episode. My bad Kade you killed it this weekend!!!
Today i talk about efficiency and why some guys always burn their arms out after rolling two rounds.
I sit down with Tenth planet Decatur Blue belt aside long martial artist to discuss karate in the 80s, the karate kid, small circles, wrist locks, training for life, and much more!
I share one of the best pieces of advice I’ve gotten recently related to training and strength and conditioning. And I hit a huge goal!!!!
Are you having thoughts about quitting BJJ?? Does that scare you to death? If so this episode is for you!
I talk about how to deal with the pressure and doubt that comes with fast belt promotions.
I sit down with Keelan to discuss PGF season 2, a million dollar prize, going undefeated, future production, gaining weight, spartan races, and much more!
I sit down with Tenth Planet decatur brown belt John Behl to talk about jiu jitsu, gym culture, studying film, teaching and much more.
You have to master these two systems if you train no gi at all! It’s pretty much a requirement for blue belts at our gym. With a couple months of reps, I’m confident you’ll be able to tap guys that are higher ranked than you consistently!!
I take you through what I’m looking for to judge if a student has a clear understanding of how to attack the north south position. How many of these 7 techniques can you regularly hit during rolling???
I talk about a common problem that I see in some blue belts that’s hindering their development.
I answer a listeners question about how a white or blue belt grappler can help their high level competitive training partners get ready for competition.
If you move to a new school will your belt rank be recognized? How much longer will it take you to get your next promotion?
I sit down with one of 10th Planets Decaturs best competitors, Nekiaya Jackson. We talk her start in jiu jitsu, competing for cash, confidence, strength and conditioning, Naruto and more!
I discuss the huge news announced last week that the IBJJF if allowing reaping and heel hooks in their brown and black belt no gi divisions. Will this change which teams reach the podium?? How would I train for 2021 no gi worlds??
In this episode I try and help you improve your ability to finish once you get the back. Finishing RNC can be very difficult. Listen to this episode to start finishing at a higher rate!
I sit down with PGF Star Matt Elkins to discuss growing up wrestling, transitioning to mma, concussions, mental health, the PGF and much more!
I talk about one of my favorite quotes from the book of 5 rings. And an important PGF update.
I analyze Fridays actions and make my picks. Who will become the first PGF champion? Will any matches go over an hour?
I sit down with the PGF regular season champ to discuss training, PGF season 2, future matches, competition mindset, confidence, and more!
How do we go from being tempted to do something, to then acting on it? And how much money is brandon giving out live on Friday night for the PGF Finale!?!?
I’ve spent the past two months eating as much meat as I want. In this episode I share my experiences and results so far.
In this episode I talk about how a professional bjj athlete should train, eat, work out and recover.
I sit down with my good buddy Kurt Hamilton. Kurt wrestled in college, is a bjj blue belt and has worked for the Decatur police department for 10 years. We talked about his extensive wrestling background, being a police officer, police training, the justice system, a world without cops and BJJ.
Having trouble quitting something? Do you want to create healthier habits? In this episode I talk about my experiences quitting negative habits and replacing them with positive habits. A must listen for anyone struggling to quit sugar, alcohol, drugs, etc..
Chris is a blue belt that moved here 10 days ago from South Dakota to train jiu jitsu at Tenth Planet Decatur. We talked about why he moved here, What he is looking to accomplish while he’s here, advice he would give someone interested in moving to a city just to train BJJ and much more.
Lindsey’s back to discuss what she is looking for before she promotes or recommends a female for blue belt, confidence, and the PGF.
I sit down with one of my favorite people Lonnie Jones. We talk psychology, CBT, dealing with negative thoughts, trauma, the fear of losing, Brazilian jiu jitsu and much more!
I sit down with bjj brown belt and catch wrestling beast Johnny Buck. We talk about his introduction to catch wrestling, mma, Combat jiu jitsu, tenth planet, betting on yourself and much more!
I’m this episode I talk about facing fear, and how Rickson Gracie overcame Claustrophobia.
I talk about some of the problems I see in Krav Maga, funny Krav stories, and ask the listeners if they know any legit Krav Maga places in the south east.
I sit down with PGF athlete Kevin Primeau to talk about opponents not showing up, his time spent fighting mma, serving as a police officer, why bjj is so crucial for police officers and much more.
I answer a question that gets asked all the time, how come there are no pure wrestling gyms that consist of mostly adult members?
I sit down with Purple belt PGF athlete Stephen Mitchell. We talk breathing, training with big guys, being uncomfortable, PGF, and much more.
I sit down with PGF athlete Matt Anderson to discuss why he entered the PGF, powerlifting, lifting for BJJ, his training history and much more.
How do you get a tenth planet black belt. What’s true and not true about this accomplishment? Do you have to compete? Train with Eddie? Master rubber guard? Etc.
I sit down with the newest addition to the PGF roster, black belt, Caleb McAllister. We talk competing, PGF, the martial arts journey, confidence and much more.
I sit down with PGF competitor, Josh Diaddario, to discuss his 1st week performance, love for leg locks, competing against teammates, Tung so Do background and much more!
The best coach you’ve never heard of has created an incredible team culture at the university of North Carolina. His 12 core values have been used and studied by athletes and teams from around the world.
I sit down with PGF athlete Seth Tatum to discuss bjj, perfectionism, negative self talk, the upcoming PGF season, expectations as a blue belt, confidence and much more.
The basics! Having an understanding of these techniques will take you far in Brazilian jiu jitsu. A couple I honestly didn’t work on until I was a colored belt, and looking back, that was a mistake.
I sit down with Brandon Mccaghren to discuss the upcoming PGF season. We talk favorites, dark horses, why kills and breaks, how he’d train for it, the next season and much more!
Brand new Brown Belt and Professional Grappling Federation competitor Joe Kai joins me on the podcast! We talk PGF, his journey, switching gyms, competition mind set, and much more.
Do you have a limited amount of will power? Struggling to break bad habits? Fragmented focus?
Conscious Keelan comes on the podcast to talk about videography, bjj, mastery, meditation, and more.
What separates average practitioners from great ones? Training. In this episode i talk about an important strategy used by some of the best bjj practitioners to get better.
I break down a stacked 16 man Jitzking tournament and reveal the name of Brandon’s grappling league.
I give an update on the sub league pro. As well as answer a question that has been posed many times to me over the years.
One common theme that seems to be universal for guys that didn’t train or get on a mat for 10 weeks, but have come back better after the lockdown. Also some exciting news curtesy if BMAC!
Possibly the most overlooked technique in Brazilian Jiu jitsu. Why you need it and how to train standing up.
I breakdown a stacked event featuring a no time limit match between Gordon and Kyle Boehm.
Do you want to leave a legacy? Go down as one of the baddest grapplers to have ever lived? Well you need to win titles particularly these.
Why can’t I shrimp back to guard? Getting smashed on bottom? In this episode I give you guys my 1000 dollar private lesson.
How I started the podcast and what I recommend for anyone interested In starting their own.
A mindset episode where I talk about Two thought distortions that really discourage you from training. Fix these two negative thought patterns and you’ll find training is much more enjoyable!
I interview Julian “the Cuban Missile Launcher” Marquez. Julian currently fights in the UFCs Middleweight division. We get into his martial arts background, his amateur and professional fighting career, training, and much more.
What I think is the most important thing you can do to get a better armlock. The great thing is that you can go do it without another person. Want to come back from quarantine with a much tighter arm lock???
A very special Mother’s Day interview. We talk my journey, bjj, weight cutting, and a bunch of other topics.
Get to a blue belt level in any skill and people will think you are an expert! Be come a Jack of all trades or a modern renaissance man.
When was the last time you worked uninterrupted for an hour? Didn’t check your phone, email, ig, just focused on the task at hand. Feel like anxiety and depression sticks with you day after day?
I talk about Vinny Magalhães not tapping to a horrific looking heel hook and my own experiences of not tapping to joint locks. I make an admission that I’ve never told anyone as well.
I interview one of my best training partners who is one of the first female black belts in Alabama.
I give an update on what I’ve been up to and share an important new training method I’m experimenting with.
I interview my instructor Brandon Mccaghren. Brandon is a world class black belt who is quickly becoming one of the most recognizable faces in jiu jitsu.
I talk about what the purple belt means to me and the criteria I use to judge when a students ready to be promoted.
This podcast is all about leg locks. How dangerous are they? When should you start training them? Do they lead to deficiency’s in other areas?
A simple reminder to keep moving your body during this time! Especially if you are injured or rehabbing an injury.
An important lesson for my blue belt self. Important advice for new mentors. And a Jonathon Lipniki update.
I give you guys a list of my favorites dvds and YouTube channels. All of these resources have made a tremendous impact on my game. Half this list is free material the other half you will have to spend some dough.
A talk about a story that had a great impact on the way I think about training and taking a break.
I talk about one of the biggest life revelations I’ve ever had. I also talk about my trip and remind you guys to watch cjj tomorrow at 7 pm live on fight pass.
Fans of women sub only grappling can’t miss a must watch event happening Friday 5:30 PST. Also some of my favorite grapplers clash in the United Kingdom at grapplefest live 10am on flo.
The importance of keeping a chip on your shoulder and earning respect from a small school!
Tomorrow night one of the best cards of the year is taking place, to order the event go to substars.us.
I talk about the three reasons everyone quits, how to recognize you are feeling that way and what to do about it. Longevity is what I want for us all!
You are going to get injured at some point. I lay out a step by step approach to get better during that time.
I talk about the important of changing goals, and why it’s important to quit some of your New Years resolutions.
I let you guys know some dietary changes I’m making and pick my winner for kasai’s 8 man heavy weight tournament!
I talk about the late and great Kobe Bryant, and the impact he had on my jiu jitsu training. Also recap euros jits king and talk a little Gordon Ryan.
Previewing Jitzkings 145 16 man tournament and superfights. If you want to watch, it’s live on flograppling, January 24th 5pm.
I talk about some great insights i heard from a Keenan Cornelius interview on how to teach and train.
One of my favorite questions to ask students and training partners. You may be shocked by the answers
Interested in opening a gym one day. This story will enlighten you as it did me on what it takes to run a successful martial arts business.
I go into deep detail on my coaching philosophies and process. One of our female blue belts won 800 dollars yesterday and I go through step by step how I cornered, what language I used and post tournament how we are going to improve. A must listen for any athlete or aspiring coach.
These are without a doubt the 10 matches the grappling world needs to make happen next year.
Some offensive mindset advice for white and blue belts. Don’t feel bad for having success with one or two moves, keep developing them!
I answer four questions pertaining to Gordon’s competition retirement. Did he actually retire? Why? What is his legacy and is he the goat?
The 5 things that I try to do everyday that help me feel better and promote constant growth in my character and physical being.
How to discover what animal represents your style. A fun, thought provoking episode that may help you get better at jiu jitsu!
I go over three defensive concepts. The first my mom could apply her first day of class, the last is a rule breaking idea that makes you dangerous from anywhere on bottom. All three are used together to make you untappable when you end up on bottom! Remember a good defense is your best offense!!!
I love training with women, they are some of my most valuable training partners and have provided numerous valuable training experiences. I talk about how they’ve humbled me and helped me become a better grappler. Advice on how to start training with women.
Struggling to think of a great gift for your favorite grappler? Yourself? Here are my picks for Christmas this year.
A white belt student told me my move doesn’t work!! How do I handle that? How did I handle that? What we can all learn from that situation!
What I thought about the match. Who I think Gordon should face next. Two other exciting matches and who each winner should compete against next!
Detailed history of challengers that have come through the doors at Tenth Planet Decatur. From older meat heads, to guys off the street, we’ve had a ton.
Huge matchup between Gordon Ryan and Bo Nickals taking place at Third Coast Grappling Saturday. I Breakdown the rules and what I think Gordon’s mindset is going in. Also highlight a couple other guys competing this weekend.
I detail my strength and conditioning routine. What I like to do, my goals, and advice on how to get started!
Are you grappling like a jerk? Is one of you training partners being a dick? I give you guys three questions that will answer those questions!
Polaris 12 features a very interesting matchup of Rockhold vas Rodriguez. It also features the most exciting match of the weekend in Pj Barch vs Marcin Held.
Why survival should be the foundation of every martial art. A beautiful lesson from Saulo Riberio about learning to survive at white belt!
I detail my experiences with grappling with strikes, and how training cjj has made me feel more confident and given me a passion for wrestling and playing for points.
I break down the process I like to go through before cornering students at a tournament. There are things I like to do before, during and after the tournament. I know coaching can be a daunting task so I’m hoping this list can be a guide for anyone with coaching aspirations!
Detailed recap of two major tournaments from this past weekend. And what I’d like to see if a competitor egregiously breaks the rules! Tenth planet vs DDS has never been better!
I preview two major tournaments coming up this weekend. Both are EBI sub only and in my opinion are a must watch! Look for Grace Gundrum to be the star of the weekend!
Why constantly asking questions is important and how trying to answer them deeply will push your jiu jitsu to the next level.
Brandon and I talk about Fight 2 win 131 and the future of bjj promotions. How to make professional jiu jitsu bigger and better!
I give you guys three challenge options that I use to get better during the holiday season!
Brandon Mccaghren and my self talk about tomorrow nights main event , Tye Ruotolo vs Vagner Rocha, and take questions from YouTube. Brandon exposes how big a fan he is of Gordon Ryan.
I talk about how to handle training with the three types of training partners that your most likely to get hurt training with.
One of the most misunderstand ideas in jiu jitsu. Learn how to take your training to the next level with these two ideas.
I look at the savage fighting style of rough and tumble as well as some of the documented accounts of our greatest wrestling president, Abraham Lincoln.
I talk about the strategy I used to finally start consistently practicing yoga after years and years of starting and stopping. Use this strategy on anything you are trying to make a habit! Writing in a journal, working out, yoga, etc...
I talk about my first competition and what I learned from it. A must listen for white belt and blue belts thinking about competing!
I talk with Quentin Rosenzweig, one of the top bjj competitors in the world. We discuss competition, leg locks, mind sets, philosophy, fear and much more.
Earning a blue belt is one of the hardest and most rewarding things a person can do. I give a list of things I’m looking for when evaluating when a students ready for his first promotion.
Training philosophies to help you get better faster, feel more confident while keeping you motivated to train.
I give my list of the ten most exciting no gi matches of all time. These are my favorite matches to watch and study, All are a must watch!
I break down what I think makes a good coach and a good instructor. A must listen for anyone interested in teaching or coaching!
I break down my criteria for choosing the top ten current pound for pound best no gi practicioners!
I give 5 training/mindset tips that aim to keep you healthy and happy while you get the most out of your training.