Champions Stay Present by Josh McKinney

In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, talent and technique matter—but mindset wins championships.

Champions Stay Present is a revolutionary course from elite competitor and respected coach Josh McKinney, designed to unlock your ability to perform at your highest level under pressure.
After 17 years on the competition scene and a decade of coaching rising athletes, Josh has distilled the exact mental system that helped him and his students succeed on the biggest stages.
Whether you’re chasing your first gold medal or aiming for the podium at Worlds, this course will train your mind like you train your body—with focus, discipline, and proven strategies.

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What will You Learn?

The Elite Mindset Course for BJJ Competitors
By Josh McKinney

In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, talent and technique matter—but mindset wins championships. Champions Stay Present is a revolutionary course from elite competitor and respected coach Josh McKinney, designed to unlock your ability to perform at your highest level under pressure.

After 17 years on the competition scene and a decade of coaching rising athletes, Josh has distilled the exact mental system that helped him and his students succeed on the biggest stages. Whether you’re chasing your first gold medal or aiming for the podium at Worlds, this course will train your mind like you train your body—with focus, discipline, and proven strategies.

What You'll Learn

The "Stay Present System": Josh’s blueprint for managing nerves, silencing self-doubt, and showing up focused when it matters most
Pre-competition rituals that build confidence, sharpen clarity, and prepare you mentally for battle
How to reset mid-match and stay mentally engaged—especially when you’re behind or under pressure
In-depth mindset drills and exercises you can incorporate into your daily training
Lessons from 17 years of competing and coaching, including insights on overcoming fear of failure and building a resilient competitor identity

Why This Course Is Different

This isn’t a general mindset course—it’s BJJ-specific and competition-focused. No fluff. No theory without practice. Just real tools to develop a present, powerful, and unshakable mindset on the mat.