Your guide to a conceptual and intelligent Jiu-Jitsu approach. BJJ black belt Steve Kwan and a slate of expert guests explain the concepts, strategies, and tactics behind the gentle art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
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In this week's mini-episode, we discuss momentum and its underappreciated importance to Jiu-Jitsu. Momentum is the product of mass times velocity. Beginners tend to ignore momentum and attempt techniq...
Ep. 375: Becoming a Kids Coach, feat. Andrew Green (00:48:44)
This week, we're joined by Andrew Green! Andrew is the creator of the Kids Jiu-Jitsu Playbook and a 25-year veteran of martial arts coaching. In this episode, Andrew teaches what truly makes a great k...
Mini Ep. 91: Leading Edges (00:06:30)
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss leading edges, and why it's important to identify which part of the body is responsible for making an attack work. The leading edge will often (but not always) ...
Ep. 374: How to Study BJJ, feat. Jake O'Driscoll (00:57:52)
This week, we're joined again by Jake O'Driscoll from Essence BJJ! In this episode, Jake explains how high-level grapplers like Adele Fornarino and Brianna Ste-Marie actually study Jiu-Jitsu. Topics i...
Mini Ep. 90: Force Vectors (00:07:03)
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss force vectors and how understanding them makes frames more effective. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/...
Ep. 373: Finding Your Worth, feat. Erin Herle (01:13:36)
This week, we're joined again by Erin Herle! Erin is a certified mental performance consultant and a black belt under Rubens "Cobrinha" Charles. In this episode, Erin explains how to develop a sense o...
Mini Ep. 89: Dilemmas (00:07:39)
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss dilemmas: forcing your opponent to choose between two undesirable options. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels...
Ep. 372: Plug-and-Play Games, feat. Ryan Rich (00:55:01)
This week, we're joined by Ryan Rich! Ryan is the head coach at Granite Bay Jiu-Jitsu in California, and a proponent of the constraints-led approach to teaching Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode, Ryan discus...
Mini Ep. 88: Table Selection (00:08:07)
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss table selection: a concept from poker teaching us that choosing the right environment greatly increases our odds of success. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio c...
Ep. 371: Building on a Curriculum, feat. Todd Richards (01:10:50)
This week, we're joined by Todd Richards! Todd is a black belt under the great Keith Owen, who tragically passed away in 2022. In this episode, Todd shares his experience building atop and evolving an...
Mini Ep. 87: Opening Salvos (00:06:39)
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss opening salvos: the tactics and strategies you use when entering into an engagement. Ensuring your opening salvo is successful helps tremendously for standup an...
Ep. 370: The Gift Wrap, feat. Nick Volpe (00:52:20)
This week, we're joined again by Nick Volpe from Dark Bear Jiu-Jitsu! In this episode, Nick breaks down a very holiday-relevant technique: the gift wrap! Follow Nick on Instagram: https://instagram.c...
Mini Ep. 86: Do What Works (00:05:13)
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the importance of doing what works. If a) you can do it against good opponents, b) you can do it repeatedly, and c) it aligns with your goals, then it's a good ...
Ep. 369: Real Talk About Humility, feat. Nick Salles (01:14:02)
This week, we're joined by Nick Salles! Nick is a black belt under Mikey Musumeci and co-founder of Movement Art Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode, Nick discusses epistemic humility: a scientific philosophy ...
Mini Ep. 85: Certainty Heuristic (00:07:09)
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the certainty heuristic: the natural human tendency to prefer answers that offer a simple, easy solution... even if that solution is wrong. Get our Intro to Me...
Ep. 368: Lazy Wrestling, feat. Thomas & Phillip Barreiro (00:56:56)
This week, we're joined by Thomas and Phillip Barreiro! They're both Division 1 wrestlers and multi-time Canadian national champions, plus the operators of Good Mind Grappling: an organization using w...
Mini Ep. 84: Probabilistic Thinking (00:07:28)
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the importance of probabilistic thinking: viewing Jiu-Jitsu as a game of probabilities where your goal is to create (and maintain) the greatest possible chance ...
Ep. 367: The Weight of Expectations, feat. Jesse Phillips (00:58:05)
This week, we're joined by Jesse Phillips! Jesse is a BJJ black belt under Brian Johnson and the head coach at Gentle Giant Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode, Jesse explores burnout in martial arts and real ...
Mini Ep. 83: Learning Modalities (00:06:07)
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the idea of learning modalities. The old concept of "learning styles" has been debunked; here's what we use instead. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, ...
In this episode of State of the Meta, Marcelo Garcia vs Lachlan Giles takes center stage as Drew breaks down ONE Fight Night 38’s generational clash. He explores each legend’s style, career arc, and s...
Ep. 366: The Gripfighting Scorecard, feat. Chris Round (01:01:15)
This week, we're joined by BJJ and Judo black belt, Dr. Chris Round! Chris is the Executive Director at Martial Arts for Social Transformation, Equity, and Rights (MASTERs). In this episode, Chris exp...
Mini Ep. 82: Defend With Purpose (00:05:52)
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the importance of defending with purpose: making sure that when you defend, you do so with the intent of advancing position, not just surviving the attack. Get...
Ep. 365: Analog Versus Digital, feat. Chris Wojcik (01:01:36)
This week, we're joined again by Chris Wojcik! In this episode, Chris explores the tension between digital and real-world Jiu-Jitsu learning. Topics include: the limits of instructionals, the value of...
Mini Ep. 81: Respect Your Opponent (00:05:57)
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the importance of respecting your opponent: not only for moral reasons, but because it leads to better grappling outcomes. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio cou...
Ep. 364: Staying Sane in an Insane Sport, Feat. Keith Krikorian (00:56:22)
This week, we're joined by 10th Planet standout Keith Krikorian! In this episode, Keith shares his thoughts on mental health, community, and staying grounded in an increasingly chaotic world. Keith sh...
