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Midsouth LCCT Jiu Jitsu Highlight 2020

Come try Jiu Jitsu with our family of professional instructors and friendly students. Learn to defend yourself, get in shape, and live a healthy lifestyle while having fun! Give us a call today! (901) 484 0267. www.midsouthlcct.com

Dec 27, 2019 · Watch

You don't need to compromise your ethics to build a successful gym. Rob Biernacki, head coach of Island Top Team and bjjconcepts.net, shares his insights on how to build an ethical Jiu-Jitsu business. **Need more BJJ Mental Models?**Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/) Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) Music by Enterprize: [https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/](https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

Dec 23, 2019 · 1:56:43 · Listen
Bullsbrazilianjiujitsu.com

Bullsbrazilianjiujitsu.com

Bulls BJJ Colorado

Equipe de Jiu-Jitsu. Vídeo aulas, galeria de fotos , loja virtual. Como ser uma filial? Isto e muito mais no site: Bullsbrazilianjiujitsu.com

Dec 10, 2019 · Watch
浜松市の街中にある格闘技ジムで本格格闘技パーソナルトレーニング!浜松街中道場

浜松市街中にある常設武道場です。キックボクシング、シュートボクシング、ブラジリアン柔術、総合格闘技の一般クラスに加え、ケトルベルやTRXを使った自重トレーニング、本格的な格闘技のパーソナルトレーニング、護身術等を教授しております。こちらは総合格闘技を意識したトレーニングです。はじめてから僅か3カ月でスパーリングまで出来る様になりました。試合へも出場される意向であり強い相手を想定したスパーリングを実施。ご本人のやりたい事やレベルに合わせてプログラムを決定します。シュートボクシング・キックボクシング・ボクシング・総合格闘技・ブラジリアン柔術・護身術・なんでもOKです。 #浜松 #浜松市 #格闘技ジム #キックボクシングジム #総合格闘技 #ブラジリアン柔術 #パーソナルトレーニングジム #パーソナルトレーニングスタジオ #パーソナルトレーニング #護身術 #護身術教室 #キックボクシング女性 #大人の趣味 #大人の趣味探し #浜松街中道場

Nov 26, 2019 · Watch

Ep. 47: Systems

BJJ Mental Models

This week, Steve and Matt discuss systems thinking for Jiu-Jitsu. Organizing ideas into systems is one of the best ways to truly understand any difficult discipline. Mental models discussed in this episode: - Making Smaller Circles [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/)- Predictable Responses [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/)- Form to Leave Form [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/)- Alignment over Position [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/)- Double Trouble [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/)- Funneling [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?**Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/) Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) Music by Enterprize: [https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/](https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

Nov 25, 2019 · 1:02:38 · Listen
Meet the Head Professor of Arise Jiujitsu

Professor Daniel “Diesel” Fundora gives us a run down of his Jiu Jitsu journey and opening of his new school, Arise Martial Arts. Make sure to signup on our website. Comment below and tell us your thoughts on this. Subscribe to see more videos like this, and stay up to date with all the latest new, techniques videos and lots more, Don't forget to follow us on social media platforms Website ------- http://www.Arisebjj.com/ Facebook ------http://www.facebook.com/arisebjj/ IG------- http://Instagram.com/arisejiujitsu?igshid=lai5z9udfrag Contact - 305.781.7949 Email - arisejiujitsu@gmail.com

Nov 14, 2019 · Watch
Episode 74 - Legit Gyms and Becoming A BJJ Coach

On this episode we discuss what to look for in a legit Jiu-Jitsu gym, Chewy talks about the pressures of teaching and eventually becoming the head coach of a gym, the responsibility you have for the safety of your students, and the qualities Chewy looks for in a coach.

Nov 11, 2019 · 39:58 · Listen
Episode 387 - Frank Mir 3

Episode 387 - Frank Mir 3

The BJJ Fanatics Podcast

Frank is back for the longest GCP episode ever! He talks with Ryan about everything from comedy, pay gaps in MMA, fatherhood, his daughter's MMA career, vegetarian diet, his pro wrestling debut, competitive grappling and his most recent fight.

Nov 7, 2019 · 4:48:46 · Listen

Ep. 44: Rulesets

BJJ Mental Models

This week Steve and Matt discuss rulesets in Jiu-Jitsu. We talk about specific examples such as IBJJF and ADCC, as well as strategies for optimizing your gameplan under a specific ruleset. **Need more BJJ Mental Models?**Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/) Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) Music by Enterprize: [https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/](https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

Nov 4, 2019 · 1:02:37 · Listen
Episode 71 - BJJ Purple Belt A.J. Clingerman

A.J. is a gym owner, she runs the Extreme Grappling Open Tournament, runs the Roll Model Women's Grappling Camp, and is a Jiu-Jitsu purple belt. A.J. shares the difficulties she had with starting and running a Jiu-Jitsu gym and how they turned the gym into a successful business, the unique challenges that women face on the mats, injuries she has dealt with, and her plans for the future. Indiana Brazilian jiu-jitsu Academy: https://www.ibjja.com/ Roll Model Women's Only Grappling Camp: https://www.thefighthub.com/shop/roll-model-womens-only-grappling-camp-may-2020/ A.J.'s Podcast: "Beauty and The Gi"

Oct 23, 2019 · 1:08:50 · Listen
Episode 70 - Should BJJ Be A High School Sport and Other Random Thoughts

On this episode we discuss Chewy getting fish hooked by his high school wrestling coach, the dangers of high school sports such as football, the toughness that high school wrestling builds, if Jiu-Jitsu would ever become a high school sport, having your "White Rabbit" to improve your jiu-jitsu, the importance of self-reliance, and other random thoughts.

Oct 21, 2019 · 35:54 · Listen

You'd be surprised how often we're asked to cover this topic. Well, we're finally going to do it. This week Steve and Matt discuss how to shut down a much smaller opponent. Mental models discussed in this episode: - Grips Dictate Position [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/)- Theory of Alignment [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/)- Do What Works [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/)- Phases of Guard [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/)- Growth Mindset [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/)- Isolate a Single Target [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/isolate-a-single-target/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/isolate-a-single-target/)- Shifting Platforms [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/)- Microtransitions [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/)- Elbow-Knee Connection [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?**Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/) Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) Music by Enterprize: [https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/](https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

Oct 14, 2019 · 1:01:55 · Listen
Episode 69 - Jon "Thor" Blank Returns

On this episode of the podcast, 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Jon "Thor" Blank returns to discuss what he's been up to since being on the podcast a year ago. Jon shares how things have changed since he won The EBI Combat Jiu-Jitsu Middleweight Tournament in 2018, what its like competing in big tournaments such as the ADCC and Kasai Grappling, and the opening of his new gym "10th Planet Allentown." Jon also breaks down his matches from the 2019 ADCC tournament including his strategies going into each match, the wins, the losses, and the incredible atmosphere of the ADCC. Instagram @jon_thor_blank Gym: [https://www.10thplanetallentown.com/](https://www.10thplanetallentown.com/)

Oct 14, 2019 · 1:05:24 · Listen

Steve and Matt continue sharing your stories on Jiu-Jitsu and mental health. This week we share some very raw and personal stories about depression, PTSD, coping with loss, and suicidal thoughts. This episode does get heavy at times. We thank our listeners for sharing these stories, which couldn't have been easy. Note that we advocate Jiu-Jitsu as a SUPPLEMENT to therapy, NOT a replacement. If you need help - and we all do at times - please seek out professional and medical expertise. **Need more BJJ Mental Models?**Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/) Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

Sep 23, 2019 · 1:15:28 · Listen

How much benefit does Jiu-Jitsu really have for your mental health? We all know exercise is beneficial, but is there something special about Jiu-Jitsu? Matt and I decided to find out. In Part 1, we discuss confidence, addiction, and expert advice. **Need more BJJ Mental Models?**Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/) Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

Sep 16, 2019 · 56:41 · Listen
Episode 64 - BJJ Black Belt Adam Wilson and Q&A

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by BJJ black belt Adam Wilson. Adam discusses starting jiu-jitsu, what it was like changing gyms, getting recognized when traveling to other gyms, filming videos with Chewy, earning his black belt, and much more. The Q&A starts at 56:00 This podcast was recorded live on The Chewjitsu Youtube Channel. Check out the video version of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/5_6IbiO42Ps https://youtu.be/iLOllvzo1QU Thanks to our podcast sponsor Charlotte's Web CBD. Check them out at www.charlottesweb.com and use the promo code **chewjitsu10** to get 10% off of your total purchase.

Sep 16, 2019 · 2:21:13 · Listen

Ep. 36: De-escalation

BJJ Mental Models

Jiu-Jitsu isn't about fighting; it's about making your opponent stop fighting. In this week's episode we discuss strategies for de-escalation, both in Jiu-Jitsu and in real life. Mental models discussed in this episode: - Controlled Breathing [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/)- Staying Loose [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/)- Dictate the Pace [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/)- Funneling [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/)- Position over Submission [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/)- Double Trouble [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/)- Rotational Control [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rotational-control/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rotational-control/)- Resulting Fallacy [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/)- Economy of Motion [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/)- First Principles [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/)- Mindfulness [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/) We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

Sep 9, 2019 · 1:14:35 · Listen
FROTA ACADEMY

FROTA ACADEMY

Frota Team Nogueira

The story of Augusto Frota - founder of Frota Academy in Zürich, Switzerland

Sep 9, 2019 · Watch
Episode 378 - Drew Weatherhead returns

Episode 378 - Drew Weatherhead returns

The BJJ Fanatics Podcast

Drew Weatherhead returns to talk about his recent promotion to black belt, the business side of the art, mimetic learning and new things coming from BecauseJitsu. He also talks about the ethics of self defense, being a father and omoplatas

Sep 3, 2019 · 1:55:24 · Listen

Ep. 35: Respect your Opponent

BJJ Mental Models

Respect your opponent, always. This week Steve and Matt discuss the different types of respect and why it's important. Mental models discussed in this episode: - Respect your Opponent [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-your-opponent/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-your-opponent/)- Investing in Loss [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/)- Raise the Level in the Room [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/)- Rapoport's Rules [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rapoports-rules/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rapoports-rules/)- Growth from Discomfort [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/) We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

Sep 2, 2019 · 1:00:22 · Listen

Ep. 34: Funneling

BJJ Mental Models

Funneling, as coined by Nelson Puentes from Inverted Gear, is the strategy of forcing your opponent into areas where you are comfortable and experienced. It's key to high-level gameplanning. Mental models discussed in this episode: - Funneling [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/)- Asymmetric Warfare [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/)- Predictable Responses [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/)- Mindfulness [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/)- Myopia [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/)- 80/20 Rule [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/80-20-rule/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/80-20-rule/)- Respect People, not Positions [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/) We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

Aug 26, 2019 · 59:54 · Listen

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