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This episode is the exact system I used to help students go from white belt to blue belt in months, not years. After 18+ years of training and coaching, I realized something: 👉 Most people are training wrong. 👉 And it’s why they get better WAY slower than they should. So in this episode, I break down the 3-step formula to learn Jiu-Jitsu 10x faster. This is a system I’ve refined over years of coaching and competition. This is the same framework behind “Master Any Position in 6 Weeks”… but simplified so you can apply it immediately. Master Any Position in 6 Weeks: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/6 Greatest Guard Passing Seminar Ever: https://youtu.be/aDAwqBVoDP4 Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki(FREE): https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/isuck Datsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”: https://www.dsgear.com/ The Competitor’s Journey: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/comp 00:00 The 10x Jiu-Jitsu Secret (Why Most People Learn Too Slow) 03:00 The Old Way vs The Fast Way (What Actually Works) 05:40 The 3-Step Formula Explained 06:00 Step 1: Focus (Why You’re Getting Nowhere) 09:45 How to Choose the RIGHT Focus (Most People Mess This Up) 12:30 The 80% Rule (Fix What’s Actually Happening to You) 14:00 The Excuse Trap (Why You’re Not Improving) 16:40 The “Jiu-Jitsu ADD” Problem 21:50 Why Reflection After Training Matters 25:20 Step 2: Fight (How You Actually Get Better) 26:30 Understanding vs Reps (You Need BOTH) 28:00 Why Drilling Alone Fails 30:00 The Truth About Competition Reps (Underrated Advantage) 32:00 When Drilling DOES Work 34:20 Constraints Training (Pros & Cons) 36:00 The “Designated Winner” Hack (Game-Changer) 41:10 Positional Sparring Done RIGHT 43:00 Why Most People Waste Their Rounds 44:40 Step 3: Feedback (The Missing Piece) 45:30 Why Wins & Losses Are a TERRIBLE Metric 47:30 The Right Way to Measure Progress 49:00 How Black Belts Actually Train 50:10 Creating Your Own Metrics 52:30 Why Your Coach Won’t Fix This For You 54:40 The Ultimate Test: Can You Teach It? 57:00 The Loop That Makes You Dangerous 58:40 How to Repeat This Forever (Endless Progress) 59:30 Final Thoughts + How to Apply This Today

In this episode of Fighting Matters, Steve Kwan and Stephan Kesting sit down with Eric Lowe, a 13-year HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) instructor and school founder. HEMA had a serious white supremacist problem, and they actually did something about it. Eric walks through what worked, what didn't, and what BJJ and MMA can steal from the playbook. ⸻ 👥 Featuring: - Steve Kwan — [https://bjjmentalmodels.com](https://bjjmentalmodels.com) - Stephan Kesting — [https://grapplearts.com](https://grapplearts.com) - Eric Lowe — [https://crossroadsswords.com](https://crossroadsswords.com) ⸻ 🧠 Topics Discussed: - How HEMA's early days were dominated by a near-Nazi gatekeeper (and how the community rejected him) - Why your gym's website and signaling matter more than you think - The Warriors of Ashe: Viking pagans with 30% transgender membership who keep turning away white supremacists - What "welcoming" actually means when your school has real beliefs - Constructing a version of masculinity the far right can't co-opt - Why every martial art sells a fantasy, and how that fantasy either attracts or repels extremists - What HEMA borrowed from Filipino martial arts (and why that matters) - Preserving European martial tradition without white supremacy ⸻ 📖 Chapters: 00:00 — Introducing Eric Lowe and what HEMA is 04:11 — The history of far right infiltration in HEMA 05:29 — John Clements and the "North Korea of HEMA" 09:17 — Viking martial arts and the white supremacist appeal 11:15 — The Warriors of Ashe: Viking pagans who reject Nazis 13:39 — Why how you signal your school matters 19:27 — Symbolism in BJJ vs HEMA 23:10 — The fantasy every martial art sells 27:45 — What positive masculinity actually looks like 37:30 — Building masculine identity without the far right 40:51 — Who gets to own masculinity 45:36 — Dueling culture and honour violence 52:43 — The performative side of all martial arts 01:00:17 — Preserving tradition without white supremacy 01:03:56 — Why women in HEMA matter for everyone 01:05:36 — Where to find Eric

WARNING: Viewer discretion advised. Bad News: The officers in this video struggled to control the suspect’s wrists, so they escalated their level of force in a way that caused concerns for some members of the public. Good News: The Chief of El Paso Police Department has already decided to equip all of his officers with The SafeWrap System starting in May 2026. 🫡 Back Story: The woman in the video had a warrant for her arrest after a dispute between her roommate and the roommate’s boyfriend earlier that week, according to court documents. What did you think of this use of force?

WARNING: Viewer discretion advised. Bad News: The officers in this video struggled to control the suspect’s wrists, so they escalated their level of force in a way that caused concerns for some members of the public. Good News: The Chief of El Paso Police Department has already decided to equip all of his officers with The SafeWrap System starting in May 2026. 🫡 Back Story: The woman in the video had a warrant for her arrest after a dispute between her roommate and the roommate’s boyfriend earlier that week, according to court documents. What did you think of this use of force?

Key Takeaways LAPEL CHOKES FROM EVERYWHERE 2 MIKO HYTONEN DVD DOWNLOAD The Lapel Chokes From Everywhere 2 Miko Hytonen DVD is the kind of instructional that immediately appeals to a certain type of Gi grappler: the one who loves finding submissions in places other people stop looking. On the product page, Miko Hytönen frames it […] The post [Lapel Chokes From Everywhere 2 Miko Hytonen DVD Review [2026]](https://bjj-world.com/lapel-chokes-from-everywhere-2-miko-hytonen-dvd-review/) appeared first on [BJJ World](https://bjj-world.com).

Kade Ruotolo is now preparing for his next professional MMA fight, as he will be facing Hiroyuki Tetsuka on ONE: The Inner Circle on May 15th, 2026. The event will be an exclusive night of elite fights from ONE Championship, with 5 blockbuster bouts booked across multiple disciplines. Ruotolo and Tetsuka are both exciting fighters […] The post [Kade Ruotolo To Fight Hiroyuki Tetsuka At ONE: The Inner Circle](https://jitsmagazine.com/kade-ruotolo-to-fight-hiroyuki-tetsuka-at-one-the-inner-circle/) appeared first on [Jitsmagazine.com](https://jitsmagazine.com).

Arman Tsarukyan continues to stay active outside the octagon while waiting for his next UFC fight. Speaking in an interview with Hassan Yosufi, Tsarukyan didn’t shy away when asked how he would fare against a prime Khabib Nurmagomedov: It’s probably a decision… My skills [are my biggest advantage]. I’m more well-rounded than him. That’s a […] The post [Arman Tsarukyan: “I’m More Well-Rounded Than Prime Khabib”](https://www.bjjee.com/bjj-news/arman-tsarukyan-im-more-well-rounded-than-prime-khabib/) appeared first on [Bjj Eastern Europe](https://www.bjjee.com).

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WARNING: Viewer discretion advised. Bad News: The officers in this video struggled to control the suspect’s wrists, so they escalated their level of force in a way that caused concerns for some members of the public. Good News: We have made contact with the El Paso Police Department and they are preparing to equip all of their officers with SafeWrapSystem starting in May 2026. 🫡 What did you think of this use of force?

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Atlas Jiu Jitsu's Technique Of The Week with Edward "Scissorhands" Anthony. Atlas Jiu Jitsu is a full MMA and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu School with locations in Glens Falls, Albany and Hudson New York. Edward is A blackbelt under 6th degree blackbelt Julio "Foca" Fernandez.

In this video, Nabil Anane demonstrates how to neutralize aggressive opponents using a smart combination of feints, distance control, and clinch work. Instead of meeting pressure with pressure, learn how to stay composed, create openings, and take control of the fight. 🥊 Use feints to disrupt timing 💯 Control distance and pace 🔥 Shut down aggressive, forward-moving opponents

Mikey Musumeci has his next title defense locked in, as he prepares to face Kevin Dantzler for the bantamweight belt at UFC BJJ 8 on May 21. The matchup marks the first time the two competitors will meet, with Dantzler stepping onto one of the biggest stages of his career. While he has built a […] The post [UFC BJJ 8: Mikey Musumeci To Defend UFC BJJ Title Against Kevin Dantzler](https://www.bjjee.com/bjj-news/ufc-bjj-8-mikey-musumeci-to-defend-ufc-bjj-title-against-kevin-dantzler/) appeared first on [Bjj Eastern Europe](https://www.bjjee.com).

Atlas Jiu Jitsu's Technique Of The Week with Edward "Scissorhands" Anthony. Atlas Jiu Jitsu is a full MMA and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu School with locations in Glens Falls, Albany and Hudson New York. Edward is A blackbelt under 6th degree blackbelt Julio "Foca" Fernandez.

You don’t beat someone by playing their game. Carlos recalls watching his brother Rigan train with "The Smashing Machine" Mark Kerr, an absolute monster of a wrestler. Taking him down? Not happening. 😂 So what did he do? He changed the conversation. Pull guard → attack the single leg → close the gap. That’s Rigan Machado Jiu-Jitsu! It’s not about being better everywhere… It’s about being smarter somewhere. ☕ #BJJwisdom #jiujitsulifestyle #TrainSmart #strategy #CoffeeTimeWithCarlos

Which BJJ submissions actually work — and which ones don’t? In this video, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt World Champion, Rodrigo Marello, breaks down and ranks some of the most popular submissions based on real effectiveness. From high-percentage finishes to techniques that are harder to pull off, you’ll learn what truly works on the mats. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced practitioner, this ranking will change how you think about submissions. 🥋 Learn which submissions have the highest success rate 💯 Insights from a BJJ Black Belt World Champion 🔥 Practical tips you can apply immediately Train with World Champion instructors at Evolve MMA: 👉 https://evolve-mma.com

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Trapped in a fully locked Rear Naked Choke? Don't tap yet. Luke Griffith reveals his "Late-Stage Wedge" system to survive the deepest back takes and completely exhaust your opponent's arms. In this video, elite No-Gi competitor and John Danaher black belt Luke Griffith shows Bernardo Faria exactly how to escape a fully locked RNC when all hope seems lost. This isn't your standard, early-stage defense—it's an advanced mechanical "wedge" that creates immediate shoulder separation. By bridging and utilizing this specific arm-and-leg frame, you make it physically impossible for the attacker to finish the squeeze, leaving them frustrated and completely burned out. If you are a BJJ hobbyist tired of getting your back taken and instantly tapping to younger, stronger grapplers, this breakdown of the "Shoulder Separator" will completely transform your submission defense. In This Video: 00:00 - Introduction: Luke Griffith's No-Gi Dominance 00:32 - The Worst-Case Scenario: Escaping a Fully Locked RNC 01:00 - The "Shoulder Separator" Arm Throw Detail 02:00 - Why The Attacker's Arms Burn Out ("I cannot push anymore!") 03:48 - The Leg Wedge: Stopping Them From Following Your Turn 05:27 - Why Traditional "Superman" Escapes Fail From Here 06:06 - How to Learn the Complete Back Escape Syste --- For all your BJJ Gear and Apparel Needs Visit - https://store.bjjfanatics.com/ Are you a BJJ Fanatics Insider? If not, you are missing out! Join now at: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/insiders-club Bernardo Faria is a 5x World Champion. Bernardo started training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Juiz de Fora - MG, Brazil at the age of 14 in 2001. After receiving the Black Belt from his first instructor Ricardo Marques in 2008, He moved to Sao Paulo to join BJJ legend Fabio Gurgel and his Alliance team. After many years of training and winning many major titles, Bernardo moved to NYC in 2013 to train and teach at Marcelo Garcia Academy. In 2015 Bernardo achieved his dream of winning the IBJJF World Championship Open class title and his division, doing the double Gold and becoming the 1st in the IBJJF Ranking and also chosen as the best athlete of 2015. Bernardo Faria has now taken on the mission to share some of the lessons, techniques, experiences and more that he has learned along in his 16 years and counting as a BJJ student, teacher and world class competitor. Subscribe to his channel, and join him in this amazing BJJ Journey. We promise that you will also improve your BJJ with his awesome Video Lessons, Episodes of his "5 Minutes BJJ Talk" and more www.fujisports.com - 15% OFF Coupon Code: FARIA15 www.bjjfanatics.com - 10% OFF Coupon Code: YOUTUBEFARIA www.fujimats.com - 10% OFF Coupon Code: FARIAMAT10 http://bernardofaria.com https://www.facebook.com/bernardofariabjj/ https://www.instagram.com/bernardofariabjj/ https://twitter.com/bernardofariajj

For months, the ecological BJJ debate has been framed like a culture war: old-school instruction on one side, games and constraints on the other. But the latest comments from Lachlan Giles and Greg Souders suggest the real split may be even messier than that. Giles is saying the whole thing has been turned into a […] The post [Ecological BJJ Debate: Lachlan Weighs in As Greg Souders Calls Out Coaches Misusing CLA](https://bjj-world.com/ecological-bjj-debate-greg-souders/) appeared first on [BJJ World](https://bjj-world.com).

One of the earliest lessons in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu shapes how most practitioners approach the sport for years… But as you progress, that same principle should evolve into something more dynamic – the adage of position before submission. John Danaher explains the traditional starting point: The first thing you’ll be taught in Jiu Jitsu is that […] The post [John Danaher Explains If You Should Really Go For Position Before Submission](https://www.bjjee.com/bjj-news/john-danaher-explains-if-you-should-really-go-for-position-before-submission/) appeared first on [Bjj Eastern Europe](https://www.bjjee.com).