Fight Back with Jake Shields14 Feb 2025

John Danaher - Best Jiu Jitsu Trainer in the World - Fight Back Ep. 48

John Danaher stopped by the podcast to talk about his philosophy, teaching jiu jitsu, life in New York City, what it means to train and be a coach, modern vs. traditional techniques, Gordon Ryan and Jon Jones, and much more. John Danaher is a US-born New Zealand martial artist. He is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu and mixed martial arts (MMA) instructor and coach. Danaher is widely regarded as one of the best instructors and coaches in both. Danaher holds a 6th-degree black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu under Renzo Gracie, and he is a former instructor at the Renzo Gracie Academy in Manhattan.00:00 Introduction and Guest Background02:43 Philosophy and Jiu Jitsu: A Unique Connection05:17 Training Under Gracie06:14 Dedication and Lifestyle of a Champion10:04 Rivalries and Friendships in MMA18:55 The Evolution of Jiu Jitsu Training25:07 New York City: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly36:42 Reflections on Great MMA Fighters45:11 Chaos at the Gym46:21 Impressions of Jon Jones47:20 Teaching Techniques and Adaptability52:14 The Importance of Individual Expression in Training59:10 The Rise of Gordon Ryan01:01:54 Team Split and Rebuilding01:09:44 Training Without Round Timers01:12:16 Positional Training and Its Benefits01:19:01 Teaching Beginners and the Joy of Jiu-Jitsu01:22:22 The True Measure of a Coach01:24:21 Teaching and Learning: A Synergistic Approach01:31:05 Modern Jiu Jitsu vs. Traditional Techniques01:34:45 The Importance of Precise Nomenclature01:55:01 The Metaphor of the Blade in Martial Arts01:58:24 Reflections on Training and Personal Growth#johndanaher #jakeshields #jiujitsu

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