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Tapped In: A JiuJitsu Podcast

Tapped In: A JiuJitsu Podcast

Written by: David Figueroa-Martinez
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I am a dedicated practitioner and coach on a mission to help you navigate the complex, rewarding world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Whether you are a White Belt trying to survive your first stripe or a seasoned grappler looking for a competitive edge, I created this show to be your technical and mental mat-side companion. In every episode of Tapped In, I break down the nuances of submission grappling. I dive deep into the Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle, discussing how to overcome mat burnout, manage BJJ injuries, and develop the "black belt mindset" both on and off the mats. Why Listen to Me? Beyond my fifteen years on the mats, I’ve had the honor of sharing my philosophy as a recurring guest on BJJ Mental Models and Fighting Matters. I believe in a structured tactical approach and I bring that same level of high-level conceptual analysis to every episode of this show. The Training Schedule: I know your time is valuable. That’s why I release three new episodes every week, each designed to fit perfectly into your daily routine. With a runtime of 14–24 minutes, these episodes are built to give you tactical clarity in the time it takes to drive to the academy or finish a warm-up. If you live for the grind, the flow, and the constant pursuit of the tap, this podcast is for you. Subscribe and let's level up your game, one episode at a time.David Figueroa-Martinez | DFM Coaching Bjj Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • E179 | Mastering the Algorithm: How to Make Social Media Work for Your BJJ

    E179 | Mastering the Algorithm: How to Make Social Media Work for Your BJJ
    Jun 18 2026
    About This EpisodeIn this episode of Tapped In, Coach David Figuero-Martinez shares his evolution from the early days of dial-up internet and chat rooms to navigating the modern social media landscape as a 45-year-old black belt. He dives into practical strategies for transforming your social media feeds from a source of distraction into a powerful training tool that accelerates your Jiu-Jitsu progression.3 Key TakeawaysTrain Your Algorithm: Your social media feed is entirely under your control. By aggressively filtering out toxicity and engaging only with positive, technical, and community-building content, you create a healthy virtual training environment.Utilize Categorized Saved Folders: Instead of mindlessly scrolling or saving techniques into a generic folder, organize clips into specific playlists (e.g., passing, takedowns, leg locks). This turns short-form content like YouTube Shorts and Instagram Reels into an easily searchable, bite-sized instructional library.Avoid "Technique Distraction": One of the biggest pitfalls of modern BJJ content is jumping from one cool move to another. Stay disciplined by only saving content that directly supports your current training focus, your students' needs, or your upcoming curriculum.Chapters & Timestamps00:00 - Introduction & Coach David's Online History00:54 - The Evolving Social Media Landscape01:19 - Building a Global BJJ Community02:27 - Curating Feed Content & Training Your Algorithm03:40 - Setting Boundaries: Muting and Blocking Toxic Behavior04:26 - Supporting the Community Online05:07 - Sourcing Technical Feedback & Solving the Octopus Guard06:06 - Organizing Your Saved Folders and Playlists07:11 - Short-Form Clips vs. Long Instructionals07:56 - Structuring Curriculum with Constraints-Led Content08:33 - Guarding Against BJJ Overload and Distraction09:25 - Summary & Final TakeawaysAre You You New To The Podcast? Start Here!👉DFM Coaching Patreon PageEverything here is pulled from real mats, real classes, and real conversations about what actually works. Choose the tier that fits where you are right now.👉DFM Coaching In Person and Remote CoachingDFM Coaching works with recreational grapplers who want to get better and actually feel it. Remote coaching and in person seminars available.👉 DFM Coaching | BjjDFM Coaching Skool CommunityJoin the free DFM Coaching Skool Community, the space where the conversation continues after the episode ends. Mindset tools, mat culture, and a community of grapplers who take the mental side seriously.👉 DFM Coaching | Bjj Skool Community.Stay Connected🌐 www.DFMCoachingBjj.com📸 Instagram @DFMCoaching.Bjj▶️ YouTube @DFM2099DFM Coaching | Bjj Blog:Long-form storytelling, deep strategy, and the philosophy behind the fight:🌐 DFM Coaching Substack BlogAffiliate PartnerBJJ Mental Models has one of the deepest conceptual Jiu-Jitsu libraries out there. I use it. I recommend it.👉 Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Help the Show GrowIf this episode gave you something, pass it on. Share it with a training partner, drop a review, or repost it to your story. That is how we keep the signal strong.Stay tapped in,David Figueroa-MartinezFounder, DFM Coaching BjjMentioned in this episode:Patreon Ad
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    15 mins
  • E178 | The Power of Micro-Adjustments: How "Annoying" Defense Wins

    E178 | The Power of Micro-Adjustments: How "Annoying" Defense Wins
    Jun 16 2026
    About This EpisodeIn this episode of Tapped In, Coach David Figuero-Martinez breaks down the concept of defensive asymmetry and explains why the most effective defense isn't always the most explosive. Discover how stacking subtle micro-adjustments can completely stall an opponent's passing game, exhaust their resources, and create effortless escape routes without draining your own cardio.3 Key TakeawaysThe Power of Micro-Adjustments: You don't need massive, explosive movements to escape bad positions. Grouping small shifts—like turning your hip, changing a knee angle, or hiding an underhook—can build a highly effective defense.Defensive Asymmetry & "Annoying" Your Opponent: By chipping away at an opponent's balance and base, you create a frustrating environment that often forces them to abandon their passing attempts and back away, giving you a free escape.The "Control Pie" Concept: Grappling control is never entirely zero or 100%. Every small defensive choice you make reclaims a tiny slice of the control pie, systematically shifting the momentum back in your favor.Chapters & Timestamps00:00 - Introduction to Defensive Asymmetry00:43 - Real-World Testing: Rolling with a Blue Belt01:52 - Breaking Down Specific Micro-Adjustments in Half Guard03:10 - The 1-Inch Rule: Lifting the Hips for Maximum Dexterity03:51 - Teaching the "Slow Down" Method in Class04:54 - Conserving Cardio for When You Are Most Exhausted06:23 - Forcing the Mistake: Why Being "Annoying" Leads to Escapes07:34 - Visualizing the "Control Pie" Chart08:52 - Reclaiming the Pie From the Bottom Positions10:13 - Outro and Patreon AnnouncementsAre You You New To The Podcast? Start Here!👉DFM Coaching Patreon PageEverything here is pulled from real mats, real classes, and real conversations about what actually works. Choose the tier that fits where you are right now.👉DFM Coaching In Person and Remote CoachingDFM Coaching works with recreational grapplers who want to get better and actually feel it. Remote coaching and in person seminars available.👉 DFM Coaching | BjjDFM Coaching Skool CommunityJoin the free DFM Coaching Skool Community, the space where the conversation continues after the episode ends. Mindset tools, mat culture, and a community of grapplers who take the mental side seriously.👉 DFM Coaching | Bjj Skool Community.Stay Connected🌐 www.DFMCoachingBjj.com📸 Instagram @DFMCoaching.Bjj▶️ YouTube @DFM2099DFM Coaching | Bjj Blog:Long-form storytelling, deep strategy, and the philosophy behind the fight:🌐 DFM Coaching Substack BlogAffiliate PartnerBJJ Mental Models has one of the deepest conceptual Jiu-Jitsu libraries out there. I use it. I recommend it.👉 Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Help the Show GrowIf this episode gave you something, pass it on. Share it with a training partner, drop a review, or repost it to your story. That is how we keep the signal strong.Stay tapped in,David Figueroa-MartinezFounder, DFM Coaching BjjMentioned in this episode:Patreon Ad
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    18 mins
  • E177 | The Savannah Bananas Effect: Making Jiu-Jitsu Entertaining

    E177 | The Savannah Bananas Effect: Making Jiu-Jitsu Entertaining
    Jun 14 2026
    About This EpisodeIn this episode of Tapped In, host David Figueroa Martinez explores how the viral marketing, fan-first philosophy, and pure entertainment value of the Savannah Bananas baseball team can be directly applied to modern Jiu-Jitsu schools. David breaks down how breaking away from strict, traditional martial arts paradigms can dramatically improve student retention, foster a welcoming gym culture, and turn everyday classes into an experience people look forward to all day. Whether you are a academy owner, a coach, or a student, learning to put the "fan" (or student) experience first is a game-changer for growing your community.Key TakeawaysPrioritize the Student Experience: Like the Savannah Bananas make baseball endlessly entertaining, gym owners should make walking through the academy doors the absolute best part of a student's day.Break Free from Rigid Paradigms: Tradition has its place, but strict, military-style environments often push modern hobbyists away. Infusing fun, community, and energy into your classes keeps people coming back.Entertainment Boosts Retention: People don't just stay at a gym for the techniques; they stay for the atmosphere, the culture, and how the class makes them feel.Chapters & Timestamps00:00 – Introduction: Discovering the Savannah Bananas & Fan-First Entertainment01:14 – The Paradox of Boring Baseball vs. Exciting Entertainment02:08 – Applying the "Bananas Formula" to Modern Jiu-Jitsu Schools03:41 – Breaking the Rigid, Traditional Martial Arts Mold05:07 – Structuring Your Class Environment to Be Engaging06:55 – Cultivating a Vibrant Community Beyond the Mats08:14 – Focus on the Student Experience to Supercharge Gym Growth09:55 – Outro, Social Media Handles, & Free Community ProgramAre You You New To The Podcast? Start Here!👉DFM Coaching Patreon PageEverything here is pulled from real mats, real classes, and real conversations about what actually works. Choose the tier that fits where you are right now.👉DFM Coaching In Person and Remote CoachingDFM Coaching works with recreational grapplers who want to get better and actually feel it. Remote coaching and in person seminars available.👉 DFM Coaching | BjjDFM Coaching Skool CommunityJoin the free DFM Coaching Skool Community, the space where the conversation continues after the episode ends. Mindset tools, mat culture, and a community of grapplers who take the mental side seriously.👉 DFM Coaching | Bjj Skool Community.Stay Connected🌐 www.DFMCoachingBjj.com📸 Instagram @DFMCoaching.Bjj▶️ YouTube @DFM2099DFM Coaching | Bjj Blog:Long-form storytelling, deep strategy, and the philosophy behind the fight:🌐 DFM Coaching Substack BlogAffiliate PartnerBJJ Mental Models has one of the deepest conceptual Jiu-Jitsu libraries out there. I use it. I recommend it.👉 Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Help the Show GrowIf this episode gave you something, pass it on. Share it with a training partner, drop a review, or repost it to your story. That is how we keep the signal strong.Stay tapped in,David Figueroa-MartinezFounder, DFM Coaching BjjMentioned in this episode:Patreon Ad
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    24 mins
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