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🎙️Chat GBT Episode 30 | Pedro's First white belt Steps🎙️

🎙️Chat GBT Episode 30 | Pedro's First white belt Steps🎙️

From Gracie Barra Tooting

October 1, 2026

After spending his first month managing operations behind the desk at Gracie Barra Tooting, our Academy Operations Coordinator, Pedro Ferreira, has officially stepped onto the mats! 🥋

In this episode of Chat GBT, host Prof Tom sits down with Pedro to talk through his initial experiences as a brand-new white belt.

We dive deep into what it's really like taking those first steps, how his body and energy have adapted, the coaching styles of our GBT instructors, and his absolute highlights (and reality checks) so far.

In this episode, we cover:
• Tying the belt: What was running through Pedro’s head before class #1
• Physical changes, recovery, and energy shifts since starting training
• Finding the ideal training schedule while working at the academy
• Instructor breakdowns: What makes each coach's style unique
• The highs, the frustrations, and stepping outside the comfort zone
• How training BJJ changes your perspective on academy operations

👇 Comment below: What do you remember about your first month on the mats?

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