Mini Ep. 51: Technique Chaining
In this week's mini-episode we explain the importance of technique chaining, and why "Jiu-Jitsu is the space between the techniques." Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: htt...
24 Apr 202510min
Ep. 334: Project-Based Gameplanning, feat. Josh Vogel & Dr. Mike Israetel
This week we're joined by two BJJMM alumni: Josh Vogel and Dr. Mike Israetel! In this episode, Josh and Mike discuss the unique way they build gameplans at The Jiu-Jitsu Company. Follow Josh and Mike...
21 Apr 202557min
Mini Ep. 50: Phases of Passing
In this week's mini-episode we explain the phases of passing: disentangle, control, pass. Resources mentioned in this episode: Mini Ep. 49: Phases of Guard https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161...
17 Apr 20259min
Ep. 333: Coaching for All Levels, feat. Nick Volpe
This week we're joined by Nick Volpe! Nick is the black belt head coach at Dark Bear Jiu-Jitsu in Staten Island, New York. In this episode, Nick explains how he makes Jiu-Jitsu coaching accessible to ...
14 Apr 20251h 3min
Mini Ep. 49: Phases of Guard
In this week's mini-episode we explain the phases of guard, as taught by Rob Biernacki: engagement, maintenance, and retention. Resources mentioned in this episode: BJJMM Ep. 16: Guard Series: Engag...
10 Apr 202511min
Ep. 332: Half Guard Passing, feat. Mo Black
This week we're joined by Mo Black! As of this writing, Mo is a reigning champion at Main Character Jiu-Jitsu and an instructor at Tabula Rasa BJJ in Colorado Springs. In this episode, Mo shares key c...
7 Apr 202559min
Mini Ep. 48: Kaizen
In this week's mini-episode we explain kaizen, a Japanese concept translating roughly to "continuous improvement." Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels...
3 Apr 20256min
Ep. 331: The Problem With Lapel Guard, feat. Stephan Kesting
In this bonus emergency episode, we're joined by legendary Jiu-Jitsu instructor Stephan Kesting to discuss the immediate dangers of the lapel guard position, why it is so harmful, and why the IBJJF mu...
1 Apr 202534min
