
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.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 480 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SportsWrestlingHealth & Fitness | |||

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss dilemmas: forcing your opponent to choose between two undesirable options.
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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 discusses to what extent Jiu-Jitsu coaches should borrow... more
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.
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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 existing curriculum, sharing stories from how a g... more
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This is the best BJJ podcast I’ve found that can help us as new BJJ practitioners. It is helpful to start with early episodes to get a basic groundwork for the concepts discussed throughout other episodes.
Very good information to a new older white belt. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge.
I cannot believe how good the quality of the content is for free! Amazing, thank you Steve !
I really enjoyed this and it's helping me with my game
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Focusing on a conceptual approach to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the content emphasizes understanding the theories, strategies, and techniques involved in the art rather than merely memorizing moves. Frequent discussions center around fundamental concepts such as grip fighting, the psychology of competition, mental health within the sport, and the social aspects of Jiu-Jitsu practice, creating a holistic perspective on training and engagement with the community. Noteworthy is the commitment to inclusivity in training, as discussions often highlight the importance of respect and community-building within Jiu-Jitsu practice, making this suitable for both new practitioners and seasoned athletes looking to enhance their understanding and skills.
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Recent guests on BJJ Mental Models include:
1. Todd Richards
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3. Jesse Phillips
4. Christopher Round
5. Keith Krikorian
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