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Moshe Bursuker and Brandon Durham discuss the art of jiu-jitsu and how it relates to life. People often ask what is it about jiu-jitsu that makes it so addictive? Come listen to the flow to find out... Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durha

Brandon Durham and Moshe Bursuker


    • Feb 16, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 35m AVG DURATION
    • 24 EPISODES


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    Episode #24 The Come Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 36:23


    In this episode Moshe and Brandon discuss the concepts of coming up on your opponent and how to drill the fundamentals to be a technical beast! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #23 New Year/New Season Accolades

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 12:24


    In this episode Moshe and Brandon jump into the new season on a positive note in regards to the growth of the academy. There a few mentions of some the great accomplishments that our Core Academy members have achieved. OSS --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #22 What, why, and how to apply the Croc Walk

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 21:09


    In this episode Moshe and I discuss the reason why the croc walk is a fundamental drill and how it is applied through positions we play in every roll! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #21 Rules of the Guard

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 18:04


    In this episode Moshe and I discuss the details and rules of the guard. The body mechanics behind the position and more... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #20 A Few Details About The S-Mount

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 16:03


    In this episode Moshe and I discuss some of the rules and concepts of how we use the S-Mount --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #19 The Ups and Downs of training

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 49:21


    In this episode Moshe and I discuss the ups and downs of training BJJ. If you train long enough you will find times when you are the hammer and then the nail. It doesn't matter what level you are at we have something to share with you. Tune in to the flow... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #18 Getting to know Professor Jeff Gordon 3rd Degree BJJ Black Belt

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2022 61:43


    In this episode Moshe and I have Prof. Jeff call in and we talk about where we started our BJJ journey and what it takes to learn this beautiful art. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #17 What does BJJ bring to your life?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 33:19


    Well Moshe and Brandon are back chopping it up about their passion for BJJ. Everybody has their reasons for loving the art of BJJ and today we talk about ours... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #16 Everybody has a Go-to Move...

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 37:24


    In this episode Moshe and I talk about the good and bad of having a go-to move and how to improve on yours. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #15 Concepts of Pummeling and Guard Retention

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 29:18


    Hey guys in this episode Moshe and I talk about the incredible seminar we just hosted for Professor Tony Passos. We discuss the concepts of why the inside leg pummel creates a super dangerous guard and how to chain attacks. Listen to the flow!!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #14 Class Structures and Curriculum For the New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 36:55


    Hey guys in this new episode Moshe and I talk about how we break down class levels and concepts from beginner to advance levels. We love talking about the ideas and goals we have at our academy. Come join us as we talk technique...OSS! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #13 New Years BJJ Goals is the topic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2022 28:21


    Happy New Year to all of our listeners and the Core Academy Podcast is back for Season 2! In this episode Moshe and Brandon go over their BJJ goals and the Professor gives Mosh a few concepts and pro-tips for his game. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #12.1 & 12.2 Concepts Defined for BJJ

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2021 59:30


    In this 2 part episode Mosh and I wrap up the year by throwing blind topics at each other and rolling off the cuff! Stay tuned for Season 2 where we will have more guests, more topics, and more jiu-jitsu for you guys. OSS --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #11 Learn, Do, Teach Concept

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 30:41


    In this episode Moshe and Brandon discuss the Learn, Do, and Teach Concept built into how we share our BJJ at the academy. The way I teach has a system that helps the flow of the class and the development of leaders on the mat. Come and enjoy the flow... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #10 Pressure Principles and Concepts

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2021 22:30


    In this episode Moshe and Brandon discuss the concepts and applications of pressure from all positions and how it's possible. Everybody has the ability to create opportunities through pressure and connection. Join us as we explore the Pressure System we learn from Professor Tony Passos. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #9 The Guard in all it's glory!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2021 39:33


    In this episode Moshe and Brandon talk about the guard with strong concepts to help you understand the position. We focus on the closed guard and some of the concepts of retaining as well as controls. Come join us as we flow through the guard... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #8 What's the difference between Concept and Technique?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 33:32


    In this one Moshe and Brandon speak about concept's vs. technique's and how they work. We discuss what the actual meaning of a BJJ concept and how it applies to techniques. Some people have different ways of teaching and our way is the understanding the concepts of movement and pressure with a whole lot more. Come join us and listen to the FLOW... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #7 What is the value of training under a Black Belt?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 25:36


    In this next episode Moshe and Brandon discuss the value of training in an academy with a Black Belt vs just showing up to a gym for mat time. Moshe is blue belt and Brandon is Professor of BJJ and they don't always agree! Come listen to the flow... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #6 How training Jiu-Jitsu can influence other martial arts styles...

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2021 38:06


    In this episode we have a great conversation with owner of Legacy Martial Arts 4th Degree Black Belt in Kempo Sensei George Wolff. Sensei Wolff shares his journey in the martial arts and how he started his amazing business. We also discuss how learning jiu-jitsu as an experienced martial artist has been for Sensei Wolff and how he feels starting in a new system. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #5 What's more important to you points or survival?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 31:38


    In this episode we talk about some of the different cultures you may come across in the BJJ world. Some gyms are focused on competition and others more on self-defense. Then you can also find gyms where you can get some of both! Come and join us as we flow about jits... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #4 The Proper Attitude and Etiquette On The Mat

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2021 24:17


    In this episode Moshe and I talk about partner preservation and how to make friends on the mat. We also discuss some basics about hygiene and the importance of being prepared properly for class. Come join us on the flow... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #3 BJJ Competitor Jamie Nottigham talks about his mental preparation for competition

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 62:29


    In this episode Moshe Bursuker and Brandon Durham interview an old student and friend from our previous academy in NY. Jamie started his BJJ career training with Professor Brandon and has moved to the Sunshine State to follow his competition dreams. He has won his last 21 matches and we get him to talk about the process that works for him. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode #2 How Jiu-Jitsu Brings People Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2021 64:06


    In this episode Moshe Bursuker interviews Professor Brandon Durham and Professor Josh Skyer as they meet for the first time and discuss their passions for the art. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

    Episode # 1 What to expect when you start Jiu-Jitsu

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 46:44


    Episode #1 We will discuss what the initial experience is walking into a school like Core Academy BJJ and how the classes are structured. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brandon-durham/support

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