Art of Surrender

On this episode of the podcast I'm joined by Alan Philpott ahead of his upcoming fight on Eternal 81 on 4th November in the Gold Coast. Coming off his recent RNC win against Shaun Etchell on Eternal 78 a mere two months ago - Alan is in prime position to etch himself as the #1 contender and next in line for a title shot. We spoke about Alan's up and downs throughout his career, how he's been able to find a new perspective to enjoy the process again. Always a pleasure to catch up with Alan and I look forward to reconnecting on the other side of his fight next week! Follows us on Instagram: ⁠@artofsurrenderpodcast⁠ ⁠@alanphilpott92⁠

On this episode I sat down with Mitchell Tinley from Perth, Western Australia. Mitch does a lot of different things. He's a purple belt in jiu jitsu, trains mma, has a background in media and worked on triplem hosting the triplemma show. He's also worked as a ring announcer and play by play commentator in regional MMA shows such as Eternal MMA a Hex Fight Series. We spoke about his working career, jiu jitsu and the overall mma scene in Australia. More recently Mitch is running the @australianmma_ instagram page and podcast where he covers all things Australian MMA across the globe. It's clear that Mitch is good at what he does - this was one of the easiest conversations I've had on the podcast. Hope you all enjoy and look forward to catching up again in the future. Follow us: @australianmma_ @mitchelltinley @artofsurrenderpodcast

On this episode I sat down with the head coach of Higher Jiu Jitsu, John Smallios. We haven't had a chat on the podcast for 2 years so it was good to catch up on this format. John's a legend, I owe him a lot and appreciate his guidance, friendship and loyalty over the years! Hope you all enjoy. Follow us: @artofsurrenderpodcast @higherjiujitsu

After featuring in Ep19 in September 2020, Meng returns on the podcast to have a chat! Tune in, its a good one! Follow us: AOS: @artofsurrenderpodcast Meng Chua - @gentle_punisher

On this episode of the podcast I was joined by Stephen Erceg, the #1 mma flyweight in Australia. Stephen is fighting on Eternal MMA 73 on Saturday the 11th of February at RAC Stadium in Perth.  We spoke about the upcoming fight, his time out since his contract with DWCS as well as UFC 284, Australian talent and what's next!  Enjoy Follow us: @ercegstephen @artofsurrenderpodcast

On this episode of the podcast I caught up with Josh Stolton or more commonly known in the bjj community as Peaches. We spoke about Josh's martial arts journey including his recent competition run and preparation for ADCC with the Essence BJJ crew and Draig. I really enjoyed learning more about what the life of a professional jiu jitsu athlete looks like and the commitment it takes to find success. I look forward to catching up with Josh again soon. Hope you all enjoy. Follow us: @peachesbjj @artofsurrenderpodcast

Caught up with my good mate and co-host of the MMA Focused episodes, Aaron Morelli - to break down the upcoming UFC 280 card in Abu Dhabi. Hope you all enjoy.

Sat down with the Panza to have a chat about all things jiu jitsu. The ups, the downs and everything in between. Hope you all enjoy.

On this episode I caught up with Jake O'Driscoll from Essence BJJ - first podcast we've done together since July 2021. It was great to hear from him after his break-out year on the professional grappling scene. We discussed many different topics and this is an episode with a little something for everyone. Always a pleasure to catch up with Jake and I look forward to the next one. Enjoy Follow us: @jakeod_essencebjj @artofsurrenderpodcast

I sat down with Professor James Woodfield-Jones from Sustainable Jiu Jitsu in Perth, Western Australia. We spoke about all things jiu jitsu, art and self defence as well as James's core values in self belief, self control and self protection. James has a positive mindset and instills confidence and self belief in others. Jiu jitsu helps us to control our emotions and stay calm - which are key attributes to succeed in life and are good takeaways from this episode. Always a pleasure to catch up with James and look forward to having him back on again soon. Enjoy! Instagram @professor.jameswoodfieldjones @sustainablejiujitsu @artofsurrenderpodcast

Aaron and myself catch up to discuss UFC 275 and all that surrounds it! 

I sat down with Josh Culibao and Alan Philpott from Igor MMA in the lead up to their upcoming fights on 12 June and 16 July. Josh is set to face his fourth opponent in the UFC against the sting, Seung Woo Choi from Korea. Whilst Alan is set to face Diego Pereira on Eternal 67. After several episodes with Josh and some banter with the lads online it was good to meet them in person and see where all magic happens at Igor MMA. Appreciate the time and access the lads gave me and I'm looking forward to sitting down over a couple of beers after their fights and having another crack at it. We were only just getting started! Tune in to UFC 275 to see Josh sting the Choi on June 12th and then July 16th on Eternal 67 to see Alan square off against Diego Pereira live on UFC Fight Pass. Follow us: @joshculibao @alanphilpott92 @artofsurrenderpodcast

Quick episode to catch up with Jamil after getting his black belt recently. We spoke about his black belt, splitting training between gi, no-gi and wrestling. As well as recapping the recent Grappling Super Fights in Perth. Namely, two former AOS guests Daz Monstro and Brenton Chong battled it out in the main event. Jamil was on top of his game as always, slinging line after line of bullshit as usual lol. Good times and always a pleasure to catch up with the man. @artofsurrenderpodcast @mil_vac.onair

Episode 56 of the podcast. I am joined by my co-host of the MMA Focused episdoes, Aaron Morello. We caught up on UFC 270, the fall out of that as well ufc breaking down UFC 271. Our thoughts on the Jack Della fight, me injuring my knee last week and we put on our first multi! Enjoy

Check out episode 55 of the podcast. Aaron Morelli and myself break down UFC 270, including Jack Della Maddalena's UFC debut and all things MMA.

We are back! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all. Thank you for supporting the podcast this past year. I am joined by my good friend and training partner - Matty Panza. We discuss Matt's recent promotion to brown belt, some of the things he's learned about himself along the way and everything in between. Oss

On this episode of the podcast Aaron and myself caught up after a couple of months hiatus to breakdown UFC 266 and catch up on all things MMA. With the lockdown restrictions in Sydney we haven't really been able to catch up ourselves so this one was a pleasure! Hope you enjoy, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and follow us on Instagram @artofsurrenderpodcast

After a few weeks off, I am joined by the legend himself, Maxwell Hearn and briefly, the all and famous Nori. We caught up on all the important things, from jiu jitsu to DT's foreskin and Max's upcoming fight this weekend at the inaugural Battleground Invitational. Check it out. Enjoy ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast! Follow us on Instagram: @artofsurrenderpodcast @uchi.maxwell Should we do another rashguard design or re-print? Let met know. Brad

On this episode of the podcast I sat down with the head coach of Higher Jiu Jitsu, John Smallios and one of the purple belt coaches, Matt Panza. We recorded this episode right before the lock down here in Sydney and only a month or so after my return to Sydney. These are two of my favourite people, they are great mates of mine and have had a huge influence in my jiu jitsu style and growth on and off the mats. It is a pleasure to be back on the mats at Higher and I'm looking forward to more grapples with everyone when Covid permits! I hope you all enjoy. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast you bunch of animals. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Follow us on Instagram: @higherjiujitsu @artofsurrenderpodcast @mattflameboybjj

Welcome to episode #50 of the Art of Surrender. The half century, it tastes good, but its not enough. This week I sat down with Jake O'Driscoll from Essence BJJ in Perth, Western Australia. I always look forward to chatting with Jake. He's a good bloke on and off the mats and has always come across as authentic to me. On this episode we had a chat about the Charity grappling match Jake is competing in to raise funds for Headspace, the national recognised foundation for the mental health and well-being of our youth. We also spoke about Jake's lifestyle based around jiu jitsu and his family, as well as the approach he takes day to day to run an academy and train as a professional grappler. If you would like to show your support and donate to Jake's charity match for Headspace please visit - the GoFundMe link here I small donation would be appreciated. Please look after yourselves during these times. Check in one your friends and family and more importantly, yourself. I hope you enjoy ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Please subscribe to my podcast ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Follow us on Instagram @jakeod_essencebjj @essencebjjperth @artofsurrenderpodcast

We are back for episode 49 of the podcast. I am joined by my MMA Focused co-host Aaron Morelli. We have mixed things up a little bit here, Aaron has hosted this episode and we have a new logo designed for the MMA Focused episodes. On this episode we reflected on UFC 263 - Israel Adesanya vs Marvin Vettori, broke down UFC 264 - Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier, as well as reflected on the previous two bouts and the remainder of the card. We also had a chat about what the results will mean for the lightweight division, as well as some UFC news and general MMA chats. I hope you all enjoy. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We are working hard to put out these podcast episodes consistently, if you're enjoying the content please subscribe and share with your friends. I am also looking to do a giveaway for 500 followers on Instagram, so please follow the Instagram page and check out the 500 follower post and drop a comment to be in the running for some free AOS merch. Follow us on Instagram: @artofsurrenderpodcast @b_hampson @aaron_morelli7

On this episode of the podcast I am joined by Professor James Woodfield-Jones from Sustainable Jiu Jitsu, Team Moreira Australia. It is always a pleasure to have a chat with James. He is a wealth of knowledge on the mats and a great person all around. We had a chat about all things jiu jitsu, martial arts, self protection and the impact this art has on the mats and off. I hope you enjoy. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Please follow us on Instagram: @sustainablejiujitsu @professor.jameswoodfieldjones @artofsurrenderpodcast Sustainable Jiu Jitsu - Youtube

On this episode of the podcast I am joined by Jamil Hvakr of AMMA. He is a fourth time guest on AOS and a friend of mine. Its always a pleasure to catch up with Jamil and talk all things martial arts and just have a chat. This was an impromptu episode with only 20 minutes notice for each of us. Turned out to be a great chat with heaps of insights about all sorts of different topics. I hope you all enjoy. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I am doing a 500 Instagram follower give away for my LAST AOS rashguard and shorts. If you want to participate in the give away: Follow AOS on Instagram @artofsurrenderpodcast Tag a friend on the 500 follower give away post Good luck gamers. Please follow us on Instagram: @artofsurrenderpodcast @mil_vac.onair As always - to support Jamil, you can use 'coffee and chokes' at the checkout to receive 15% of all Humble Fightwear products.

Fresh off his unanimous decision win (29-28) against Cody Haddon, I am joined by the Eternal MMA Flyweight Champion, Stephen 'AstroBoy' Erceg. Stephen is the #2 ranked Pro Flyweight and #3 ranked Pro Bantamweight in Australia and New Zealand. On this episode we had a chat about his win on Eternal 60 this past weekend in what is likely to be up there for fight of the year and was one of the best fights I have ever seen. We had a chat about his martial arts journey and path to MMA as well as his successes so far. Stephen shared his interests in teaching young kids martial arts as well what he hopes to achieve in his fighting career and much more. We also had a bunch of listener questions that we had a chat about at the end of the podcast as well as some conversation around UFC 263 this upcoming weekend and UFC 264 in the coming weeks. It was a pleasure and I wish him all the best with whats to come - the future is bright. I hope you all enjoy. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Follow us on Instagram: @ercegstephen @artofsurrenderpodcast

On this episode of the podcast I sat down with the MMA Focused co-host Aaron Morelli, to discuss this weekends UFC 263 fight card, which features three main fights: Israel Adesanya vs Marvin Vettori Deiveson Figueiredo vs Brandon Moreno Nate Diaz vs Leon Edwards After an incredible night of fights at Eternal 60 in Perth on the weekend, we also discussed the main and co-main event there. Cody Haddon vs Stephen Erceg Rod Costa vs Justin Van Heerden We also touched on UFC 262 regarding the crowning of a new lightweight champion, as a lead up to UFC 264, where Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier will settle the trilogy. Of course, it wouldn't be an MMA Focused episode if the Ratwani himself didn't touch on some relevant MMA/Fight news, including Mayweather/Paul, Ariel Helwani's ESPN departure and a few other things. I hope you all enjoy. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Follow us on Instagram: @b_hampson @aaron_morelli7 @artofsurrenderpodcast

Brad is joined by Professor James Woodfield-Jones from Sustainable Jiu Jitsu. James is a returning guest of AOS and in this episode of the podcast we talk about longevity through the lense of jiu jitsu. With COVID-19 in action and all gyms closed at the moment, its especially important to take stock of what matters most. Heal your niggling injuries and as we look forward to returning to the mat, do so with longevity in mind and you will be spoiled with jiu jitsu for life. @professor.jameswoodfieldjones @sustainablejiujitsu www.sustainablejiujitsu.com.au Unit 1/19 Mercer Lane, Joondalup, Western Australia

On this episode of the podcast I sat down with Josh Culibao ahead of his fight this weekend on UFC Fight Night - Font vs Garbrandt. I hope you all enjoy! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ You can follow us at: @artofsurrenderpodcast @joshculibao

On this episode of the podcast I sat down with Fred Hampson, my 90 year old Pop. We had a chat about his sporting careers in boxing, cricket and AFL. As well as many different life related conversations, including his 66 years of marriage to my Nan, purchasing their first home, many different aspects of his working career and so much more. This is a personal one for me, I hold Pop so closely to my heart, as do many of our family members. I hope you all enjoy as well. Legend of the game.

On this episode of the podcast I sat down with Aaron Morelli, the co-host of the MMA Focused episodes. We discussed the results of UFC 259, this weekends fight card at UFC 260 and some general news. Keep an eye out for the AOS rashguard and fight shorts pre-sales coming out this week. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Follow us on Instagram: AOS - @artofsurrenderpodcast Brad - @b_hampson Aaron - @aaron_morelli7

On this episode of the podcast I sat down with Aaron Morelli, the co-host of the MMA Focused episodes. We discussed the results of the main event in UFC 258 a few weeks ago. We also discussed UFC 259 this upcoming weekend and the three title fights headlining the card: Jan Blachowicz vs Israel Adesanya Petr Yan vs Aljamain Sterling Amanda Nunes vs Megan Anderson Lastly, we spoke about some recent UFC news and general chats. I hope you all enjoy. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Follow us on Instagram AOS - @artofsurrenderpodcast Brad - @b_hampson Aaron - @aaron_morelli7

On this episode of the podcast I sat down with Maxwell Hearn and Adam Selby to discuss the Eternal MMA 56 fights that occurred on the weekend. Then we had a more casual conversation towards the end of the podcast where we spoke about Broome BJJ and the new gym opening up there, as well as the wet t-shirts comps on offer in Broome, shark attacks and what Max is getting up to on the mats this year. It's always a pleasure to catch up with these boys. I hope you all enjoy! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PS. This week marks one year of AOS being live and in that time we have published 40 episodes and clocked just over 5000 plays. We have had guests from WA, NSW and VIC. It has been a grind, but I have enjoyed every moment of it. I've been blessed with new friends, a bigger network and heaps of top quality instruction from great coaches and practitioners everywhere. One of my biggest takeaways from this project is that Jiu Jitsu and martial arts are filled with great people from all walks of life and we all share the same passion. It has been a privilege. Thank you. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Follow us on Instagram AOS - @artofsurrenderpodcast Max - @uchi.maxwell Adam - @bjjweapon Brad - @b_hampson

On this episode of the podcast I sat down with Aaron Morelli to discuss UFC 258 - Kamaru Usman vs Gilbert Burns. We also spoke about the lightweight picture and did some potential match making in the division as well as a conversation about some of the recent news and performances. PS. In the next few weeks I will be taking pre-orders for the very first batch of AOS merch. We will be running pre-orders for a short-sleeve rash-guard, fight shorts and full length spats. I will be sharing more information on Instagram soon - so be sure to follow the podcast @artofsurrenderpodcast I hope you all enjoy! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Support the podcast on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/artofsurrender ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Follow us on Instagram AOS - @artofsurrenderpodcast Brad - @b_hampson Aaron - @aaron_morelli7

On this episode of AOS I sat down with Jamil from Sustainable Jiu Jitsu. Jamil has been on the podcast three times now. This episode, as well as EP#001 and EP#017. Feel free to check them out too. Jamil is known for his friendly and social vibe, as well as his open mats across Perth and his Instagram page, which is very supportive of the Perth BJJ scene as well as where he hosts his 'Coffee & Chats' podcast/vlogs. On this episode we had a chat about his recent open mat at City Beach, which raised funds for Tenacious House, a charity that focuses on men's recovery and rehabilitation. We also had a chat about the recent Grappling Super Fights that Jamil became an impromptu live video host and commentator of. I am also pleased to see that several guests of AOS were competing in GSF - Kat Stewart, Tyneille Fogarty and Daz Mokaraka. We also spoke about the recent loss of Jamil's father and how it has impacted him on and off the mats, as well as how he has gone about dealing with it through his continued involvement in martial arts and the overwhelming support he received from the martial arts community in Perth and abroad. I hope you all enjoy. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Support the podcast on Patreon - www.patreon.com/artofsurrender ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Follow us on Instagram AOS - @artofsurrenderpodcast Jamil - @mil_vacbjj Brad - @b_hampson

On this episode of the podcast, I am joined by Aaron Morelli, to discuss the main and co-main fights of UFC 257 which takes place this weekend. That is, Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier and Dan Hooker vs Michael Chandler. We also had a chat about the Max Holloway vs Calvin Kattar matchup as well as the landscape of the 155 division and Khabib's future. I hope you enjoy. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Support the podcast on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/artofsurrender ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Follow us on Instagram AOS - @artofsurrenderpodcast Brad - @b_hampson Aaron - @aaron_morelli7

On this episode I sat down with Beth (Bam Bam) and her coach and the owner of Essence BJJ, Jake O'Driscoll. Jake featured on episode #026 which you can find at this link. We had a chat about Beth's martial arts journey, her experience with coaching both kids and adults, as well as running the kids program. Both Beth and Jake are competing in superfights on the M16 Open 4 on 30th January in Adelaide. We had a chat about competing and dealing with anxiety and pressure of stressful situations like that. As well as how jiu jitsu and martial arts have helped them in everyday on and off the mats. I always enjoy my time at Essence and rolling with the crew there. So if you're a local in Perth and looking to jump into some open mats, feel free to head down there for a roll with the team. They will look after you and you will have a good experience. Enjoy guys and best of luck to Beth & Jake in their upcoming fights. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Support the podcast on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/artofsurrender ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Follow us on Instagram: Beth - @bambambjj Jake - @jake_essencebjj Essence BJJ - @essencebjjperth AOS - @artofsurrenderpodcast

On this episode of the podcast I sat down with Daz Mokaraka from Grappling Technics. We had a chat about Daz's martial arts journey, breathwork, meditation, mental health and much more. I hope you enjoy. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours. Thank you all for tuning into the podcast and showing your support. I appreciate it a lot. 2021 will be good to us all. Brad If you are interested in exploring breathwork, please reach out to Daz through his Instagram details below. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Follow us on Instagram Daz - @daz_monstro Breathwork - @soul_essence_breath AOS - @artofsurrenderpodcast ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Support the podcast on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/artofsurrender

On this episode I sat down with Aaron Morelli to go over the UFC 256 Figueiredo vs Moreno results and chat some related MMA. We also went over our predictions from the week before and a little bit about this weekends card Thompson vs Neale and much more. Get around it. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Follow us on Instagram: @aaron_morelli7 @b_hampson @artofsurrenderpodcast ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Feel free to support the podcast on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/artofsurrender

On this episode of the podcast I spoke to Jordan Sullivan, The Fight Dietician. We spoke about Jordy's interests in Nutrition for performance and weight loss, as well as his reasons for starting TFD and the journey so far. We had a chat about nutrition, weight cutting, weight classes in MMA and much more. Jordy shared some of his stories and career highlights working with some of the best ANZAC fighters in the UFC. It was a pleasure, I hope you all enjoy. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ TFD - https://thefightdietitian.com/ TFD IG - @the_fightdietician AOS IG - @artofsurrenderpodcast ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ You can support the podcast via Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/artofsurrender

On this episode of the podcast I sat down with Aaron Morelli for another MMA Focused chat. This style of podcast will cover each of the PPV cards and all other episodes will be AOS as you know it.  The layout of the episode is as follows: 1. Reviewing our tips from UFC 255 and summarising the card ~ 0:00 2. Break down of the UFC 256 main card, including keys to victory and our predictions ~ 18:15 3. MMA related news & Matchmaker (we predict and discuss future match-ups and the landscape of a division) ~ 57:45 After the planned segments came to an end we ended up chatting about Khabib's status and whether he goes for 30-0. Naturally, this led us to talking about McGregor and reminiscing over the many highlights and moments that make up his legacy. We also talked about our introductions to MMA/UFC and when we began watching and what was happening at that time in the promotion. This led into our introduction to jiu jitsu and what got us started on the martial arts journey ~ 1:18:00 Guys, listen to this one in full, we had a great chat and I really enjoyed myself and hope you guys can vibe with it too! I hope you all enjoy and please note Aaron's mic had a little bit of pop showing early, but this stops after the first 10 minutes. Please follow us to keep up to date if you're enjoying the conversation. AOS - @artofsurrenderpodcast Brad - @b_hampson Aaron - @aaron_morelli7

On this episode of AOS I sat down with Chris White at The Grin Reapers studio. Whitey is a man of many talents, he is a brown belt under Adam Metcalf of AMMA, the filmmaker and producer of the well known Tension bodyboarding films, a recent participant in Ninja Warrior Australia and a co-host of The Grin Reapers podcast, alongside his co-host Brian 'Buddha' Shields. I had a great time chatting about all of the above and much more. I hope you all enjoy. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ The Grin Reapers Podcast is sponsored by Manscaped - you can use REAPERS at the checkout for a 20% discount and to also support the boys. AOS - @artofsurrenderpodcast The Grin Reapers - @grin_reapers Chris White - @chris.whitey

This series is different to the usual AOS episodes you have come to expect. This series is focused on all things MMA/UFC. We will breakdown fight cards, do predictions and talk everything and anything fight related. The usual AOS episodes will continue as normal and these episodes will appear up from time to time too. I'm undecided on a name for this series of episodes! Please hit me up with some ideas! On this episode I sat down with with one of my good mates, Aaron Morelli. We caught up to breakdown UFC 255, our predictions, keys to victory and all things UFC related. Including Mcgregor vs Poirier and the lightweight division, Jon Jones vs Adesanya and much more. Let me know what you think about these sorts of episodes and if you would like to hear more. Please subscribe to the podcast and follow AOS on Instagram to help us grow! AOS - https://www.instagram.com/artofsurrenderpodcast/?hl=en

On this episode of AOS I sat down with Brenton & Tyneille from Northside Jiu Jitsu in Ellenbrook. Brenton & Tyneille each spoke about their individual experiences with martial arts, as well as the path taken to end up opening their own academy. We spoke about the challenges of owning an academy, including the balance of being a friend, coach, mentor and business owner. It was a great experience attending a class at Northside Jiu Jitsu, the vibes on the mats were great! Shout out to Dion for sharing his knowledge and teaching the class on Saturday, as well as all the crew there on the day! It was a heap of fun. Enjoy. Please subscribe to the podcast! Northside Jiu Jitsu - https://www.instagram.com/northside_jiujitsu_/?hl=en Brenton Chong - https://www.instagram.com/show_your_jits/?hl=en AOS - https://www.instagram.com/artofsurrenderpodcast/?hl=en

On this episode of AOS I sat down with Professor James Woodfield-Jones for a third time! James is the head coach and owner of Sustainable Jiu Jitsu. We had a chat about self defence and the importance of teaching both grappling for fun and for self defence. James has recently released Vol 1 of a weapons defence course based on sharp objects - knives and screw drivers etc. It is available for purchase on SJJ website. James is also open to workshops and seminars upon request. James will also spending a day instructing at the Free Rollers HQ in Port Kennedy on 6 December 2020 for anyone that is interested in checking out his jiu jitsu and self defence mindset. Have a listen, check out his weapons course and attend the seminar - if you're unsatisfied with either or both, hit me up and I will personally refund you the cost of each. But, I know you wont be disappointed. Enjoy the chat guys. Oss. James - https://www.instagram.com/professor.jameswoodfieldjones/?hl=en Sustainable Jiu Jitsu - https://www.instagram.com/sustainablejiujitsu/?hl=en AOS - https://www.instagram.com/artofsurrenderpodcast/?hl=en

On this episode of the podcast I sat down with Kat Stewart and Leigh Burger from Grappling Technics in Osborne Park, WA. Kat is a blue belt under Leigh and Leigh is a 2nd degree black belt and the owner/head coach of GT. This is also Leigh's second appearance on AOS, so it was a pleasure to get back down to GT for another class and some more rolls with his crew! We had a chat about Kat's journey, how she got involved in jiu jitsu initially and what her expectations were compared to the experience. We also spoke about competition and many other things. We also answered some questions from the listeners too, lol. Enjoy and please follow the AOS instagram and subscribe to the podcast! Leigh - https://www.instagram.com/burgjitsu/?hl=en Kat - https://www.instagram.com/classickathyjiujitsu/?hl=en Grappling Technics - https://www.instagram.com/grapplingtechnics/?hl=en AOS - https://www.instagram.com/artofsurrenderpodcast/?hl=en

On this episode of AOS I sat down with Jake O'Driscoll, the head coach of Essence BJJ in Belmont, WA. We spoke about his martial arts journey, his path to black belt and what is was like opening an academy and trying to build something from the ground up.  We spoke about nutrition and what it has been like for Jake working with Jordan Sullivan, the Fight Dietician. As well as his experience working with the crew at Bulletproof For BJJ for his S&C. All in all, it was a great day, some hard rolls with the Essence team and a good chat with Jake.  I'm grateful for these experiences. I hope you all enjoy!  Essence BJJ - https://www.instagram.com/essencebjjperth/?hl=en Jake O'Driscoll - https://www.instagram.com/jakeod_essencebjj/?hl=en AOS - https://www.instagram.com/jakeod_essencebjj/?hl=en

On this episode I sat down with Burak Sarman. Burak is a black belt under Murat Karadenizli and Professor Pedro Sauer. Burak is an active competitor and the owner of Sarman BJJ and just so happens to be one of the best grapplers in the country. We had a conversation about all things jiu jitsu, including Burak's journey both on the mats and off. I hope you all enjoy. Burak IG - https://www.instagram.com/buraksarman_/?hl=en AOS IG - https://www.instagram.com/artofsurrenderpodcast/?hl=en

On this episode of AOS I sat down with Jack Della fresh off his first round KO victory over Aldin Bates at Eternal MMA 53 on October 10th. We spoke about the fight card, the devastating KO victory and a little bit about what's next, including some distractions over Perth's best burgers. Sorry for the short chat, we got carried away having a roll in the gi before the podcast and I had to finish up in time for work.  Nonetheless, I hope you all enjoy. Jack - https://www.instagram.com/jackdellamma/?hl=en AOS - https://www.instagram.com/artofsurrenderpodcast/?hl=en

On this episode I sat down with Adam Selby from Broome BJJ. Adam flew up to Perth for a couple of weeks to compete in the AFBJJ WA State Gi titles, where he managed to walk away with the gold medal in his weight division. Adam is a brown belt and has been training jiu jitsu for around 10 years. Originally from NZ, where he began training, Adam ended up moving to Broome for what was supposed to be a couple of months. Almost a decade later and he's still there and loving a stress-free lifestyle. We had a chat about all things jiu jitsu, including his journey from white to brown belt and a recent incident where he had to use jiu jitsu to subdue a much bigger person on the street. We also answered some listeners questions and just had a good time. I hope you all enjoy. Adam IG - https://www.instagram.com/bjjweapon/?hl=en AOS IG - https://www.instagram.com/artofsurrenderpodcast/?hl=en AOS FB - https://www.facebook.com/theartofsurrenderpodcast If you are enjoying the podcast, I would appreciate if you could subscribe and feel free to share it on your socials! Oss

I sat down with Jack Della ahead of his main event slot against Aldin Bates in Perth on Eternal MMA #53 on October 10th. Jack is a professional MMA fighter out of Scrappy MMA & Fitness, he holds a pro record of 8-2 and has defended the Eternal MMA Welterweight belt 3 times. We spoke about his upcoming matchup, his martial arts journey to this point so far and all things that go into preparing for an MMA fight, including the weight cut, nutrition, recovery etc. Jack spoke about his hopes of making it into the UFC and what the martial arts scene in both Australia and Perth is like from his perspective and much more. Best of luck to Jack this weekend - tickets are available from ticketmaster. I hope you all enjoy and thank you for the continued support. Jack IG - https://www.instagram.com/jackdellamma/?hl=en AOS IG - https://www.instagram.com/artofsurrenderpodcast/?hl=en

On this episode of AOS I sat down with one of my training partners and friends from Kaizen Lab Jiu Jits, Maxwell Hearn. Fresh off the AFBJJ WA State Gi Titles, where Max walked away with some biscuits, we sat down to have a chat about the day. We also answered some listeners questions which included some talks about wrassling, as well as neck tattoos and some tips for white belts and our thoughts on what it takes to get a purple belt. Max is a legend, I'm sure we will do many more episodes together as time goes on and it's always a good laugh. I hope you all enjoy too. Max Max IG - https://www.instagram.com/uchi.maxwell/?hl=en Kaizen Lab Jiu Jitsu - https://www.instagram.com/kaizenlabjiujitsu/?hl=en Gladiator Wrestling - https://www.instagram.com/gladiatorwrestling/?hl=en The Art of Surrender IG - https://www.instagram.com/artofsurrenderpodcast/?hl=en FB - https://www.facebook.com/theartofsurrenderpodcast

After chatting to Josh on episode #005 after his UFC debut, we caught up again prior to his October 4th fight against Charles Jourdain. We had a chat about Covid and how it affected Alexander Volkanovski's training camp in the lead up to the rematch with Max Holloway. Josh and several other Australian MMA fighters were able to assist Volko with that camp and Josh shared some insight into the experience. We broke down his upcoming fight and discussed some of his his opponents previous fights, including a KO win over Korean fighter, Doo Ho Choi and a recent split decision loss to Andre Fili.  Josh shared some of his nutrition habits and what his preparation has been like for this upcoming fight and he also answered some of the AOS listeners questions and much more. Josh is based in Sydney and trains out of Igor MMA, after he wins on October 4th we plan to catch up again and have another chat, breakdown the fight card etc so be on the look out for that. Enjoy team and best of luck to Josh, we are all supporting you! Josh IG - https://www.instagram.com/joshculibao/ Josh FB - https://www.facebook.com/JoshuaCulibao.MMA/ AOS IG - https://www.instagram.com/artofsurrenderpodcast/ AOS FB - https://www.facebook.com/theartofsurrenderpodcast