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Was amazing to have Marco Canha join us on Wash Your Gi. The conversation begins with an introduction and Marco's journey to coaching, highlighting his transition from Brazil to the UK and his passion for teaching Jiu-Jitsu. The discussion then delves into the importance of specific training in Jiu-Jitsu, emphasizing the benefits and strategies for effective training. The conversation delves into the strategic importance of guard retention and recovery in Jiu-Jitsu, emphasizing the impact of decision-making in competition and the development of a competitive mindset. It also explores the challenges of coaching a large team and the future plans for gym expansion. Throughout, the theme of building confidence through competition and identifying potential in competitors is prevalent.

Takeaways

• Journey to Coaching
• Importance of Specific Training Guard retention and recovery are crucial in Jiu-Jitsu
• The importance of confidence and mindset in competition

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Journey to Coaching
• 10:02 The Importance of Specific Training
• 29:38 The Strategy of Guard Retention
• 35:37 Competitive Mindset and Confidence
• 42:47 Identifying Potential in Competitors
• 52:06 Alternative Avenues for Personal Growth

SEVENTY TWO. We were absolutely stoked to have Jude Samuel join us! The conversation covers the topics of youth development in Jiu-Jitsu and the pathways for Jiu-Jitsu athletes. It delves into the importance of creating a future pathway for young Jiu-Jitsu practitioners and the need for a centralized, standardized model for Jiu-Jitsu in the UK. The conversation with Jude Samuel delves into the significance of community in Jiu-Jitsu and the role of visualization in skill improvement. Jude emphasizes the importance of a supportive and like-minded community in the sport, highlighting the impact of training partners and the need for a cohesive unit. Additionally, he discusses the value of visualization as a key tool for personal growth and skill development in Jiu-Jitsu.

Takeaways

• Youth Development in Jiu-Jitsu
• Pathways for Jiu-Jitsu Athletes Community is key
• Visualization is important for improvement

Chapters

• 00:00 Youth Development in Jiu-Jitsu
• 10:35 Pathways for Jiu-Jitsu Athletes
• 29:44 The Role of Visualization in Jiu-Jitsu

Welcome to episode 71! We are over at Apperly Bridge where we caught up with Victor Estima, a fourth-degree black belt under Carlos Gracie Jr.. Alongside his brother Braulio Estima, he was developed under the guidance of Ze Radiola in Brazil.

Victor has competed — and claimed titles — at the very highest level of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, with major victories across the European, Pan-American, and World Championships.

The conversation covers the journey and development of Jiu-Jitsu in the UK, the value of Jiu-Jitsu in society, the impact of Jiu-Jitsu on communities, mistakes preventing longevity in Jiu-Jitsu, safety and training with heel hooks, and balancing the desire for taps with safety and control. The key takeaways include the concept of Jiu-Jitsu as a service and the importance of safety and longevity in Jiu-Jitsu. The conversation delves into the importance of Jiu-Jitsu foundations over trends, emphasizing the need for a complete and authentic approach to learning and teaching. It also explores the impact of social media on Jiu-Jitsu trends, the importance of authenticity and credibility in Jiu-Jitsu instruction, and the challenges of navigating conflicting views in the Jiu-Jitsu community. Additionally, it highlights the principle-led approach to Jiu-Jitsu techniques and the significance of self-defense and guard domination in Jiu-Jitsu training.

Takeaways

• Jiu-Jitsu as a Service
• Safety and Longevity in Jiu-Jitsu Foundations Over Trends
• Authenticity in Teaching

Chapters

• 00:00 Balancing the Desire for Taps with Safety and Control
• 26:12 Teaching Fundamental Jiu-Jitsu to New Students
• 31:21 Authenticity and Credibility in Jiu-Jitsu Instruction
• 39:08 Principle-Led Approach to Jiu-Jitsu Techniques