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The Primal MMA Coaching Podcast

Scott Sievewright and Ben Schultz
Skill Acquisition
Ecological Psychology
Mixed Martial Arts
Strength and Conditioning
Coaching Techniques
Self-Organization
Combat Sports
Energy Systems
Coaching Strategies
Ecological Dynamics
Perception In Sports
Direct Perception
MMA
Coaching Methods
Conditioning Workouts
Physiological Adaptations
Haptic Information
Complex Systems In Sports
Active Inference Framework
Martial Arts Coaching

The Primal MMA podcast brings together coaches, athletes, and sports scientists to discuss training and practice design for Mixed Martial Arts. Exploring the science of skill acquisition, human motivation, and sports psychology, the podcast seeks answers to the question, can we get better quicker?

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After a year-long hiatus, the Primal MMA Coaching Podcast is back—Rebranded, and refocused as the Learning to Fight Podcast: Conversations in Combat Skill.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Andy from the School of Grappling, a coach and physicist whose analytical approach to no-gi grappling and wrestling has made him a respected figure in the sport. We discuss the science behind skill devel... more

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 In this episode of the Primal MMA Coaching Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Laura Cuijpers, an assistant professor at the University of Groningen, to explore the emotional and psychological aspects of martial arts training. We dive into ... more

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Today I welcome Sonny Sahota from Praxis Gym in Canada. Sonny, a judo black belt and manager of Kensington Judo Club in Vancouver, shares his insights on integrating Ecological Dynamics and the Active Inference Framework (AIF) into ma... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Laura Cuijpers
Assistant professor at the University of Groningen with a background in human movement science
University of Groningen
Episode: #52 - Getting Emotional! - Dr Laura Cuijper's talks about the emotional aspects of training and performance.
Sonny Sahota
Judo black belt and coach at Praxis Gym in Canada, researching the integration of ecological dynamics and active inference.
Praxis Gym, Kensington Judo Club
Episode: #51 - Beyond Eco! - Sony Sahota on bridging Ecological Psychology with an Active Inference Framework.
Gray Thomas
Ph.D. student in ecological psychology
University of Connecticut
Episode: #50 - Exploring Eco Psych and perception - Gray Thomas of U-Con on ecological Psychology and it's implications for practice and development.
John Baker
Mental performance and skills coach for the Pittsburgh Pirates; former professional baseball player and purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: #49 - Pitching and Punching - Pittsburg Pirate Coach John Baker on an eco approach to Baseball, BJJ & MMA skill development.
Shawn Myszka
A professional working in ecological dynamics in sport
Emergence
Episode: #48 - Hot Off The Press - The Boys from Emergence talk about their recently published Ecological Approach to MMA Journal Article.
Tyler Yearby
An expert in ecological dynamics with a focus on performance in sports
Emergence
Episode: #48 - Hot Off The Press - The Boys from Emergence talk about their recently published Ecological Approach to MMA Journal Article.
James de Lacey
Founder of Sweet Science of Fighting, strength and conditioning coach
Sweet Science of Fighting
Episode: #47 - "ACTION ~ perception" Coach James de Lacey on building action capacities for combat sports.
Dr. Andy Bass
Researcher, educator, former pro baseball player, and performance coach with the Pittsburgh Pirates
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: #47 - All Choking Aside - Dr Andy Bass talks about self-talk, attention and focus and how these can interfere with us all on game day.
Jon Mackey
Irish National Kickboxing Coach and PhD candidate in skill acquisition.
Kickboxing Ireland
Episode: #46 - The gimmicks of the Gram - Coach Jon Mackey returns to discuss agility ladders and other questionable training tools.

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Scott Sivarai
Host engaging in discussions with coaches, athletes, and sports scientists to explore training methods and psychological insights in martial arts.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • A great resource

    Can’t tell you how much I have learnt from you and your guests. An amazing resource for those of us in the combat sports area. Really changed by view on how to teach. Keep up the awesome work and a huge thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TKD nerd
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Highly recommended to all coaches

    Hugely insightful and thought provoking show with great guests challenging what we have always thought was coaching! Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CDMA222
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Engaging, Introspective, Articulate and Contemplative

    Scott does a truly comprehensive job of dissecting the ideas and guests within his podcast. He approaches the topics with a curiosity and thoughtfulness that captivates the listener.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Qwertywntveixvtjeve
    United States4 years ago
  • Love this

    Very awesome take, as a martial artist you want to get better but how? Training, exploring, drilling, consistency? this helps understand other ways and great talking points with critically acclaimed coaches, scientists and others give it a listen you’ll not be disappointed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gaff vgv h
    United States4 years ago
  • Ancora impara

    Love these podcasts so far. Informed guests with great knowledge and fun back and forths. A poddie for all those in combat sports who inherently want to get better, faster.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Boxing Coaches' Podcast
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the wealth of knowledge shared by experts and the practical insights that can directly enhance their training and coaching methods.

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#47 - All Choking Aside - Dr Andy Bass talks about self-talk, attention and focus and how these can interfere with us all on game day.
Q: Is the free energy principle relevant to the ecological approach?
It seems to connect mental models and ecological dynamics, pointing to some overlap in sport science.
#47 - All Choking Aside - Dr Andy Bass talks about self-talk, attention and focus and how these can interfere with us all on game day.
Q: What is your day-to-day like when you're working with players?
I work with both players and coaches, primarily focusing on motor learning and sports psychology.
#47 - "ACTION ~ perception" Coach James de Lacey on building action capacities for combat sports.
Q: Could you talk a little bit about these systems, how they work and how they're part of fighting?
There are three main energy systems: aerobic, anaerobic glycolytic, and alectic, which all work together, and intensity dictates their usage.

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Recent guests on The Primal MMA Coaching Podcast include:

1. Dr. Laura Cuijpers
2. Sonny Sahota
3. Gray Thomas
4. John Baker
5. Shawn Myszka
6. Tyler Yearby
7. James de Lacey
8. Dr. Andy Bass

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