North Leeds Jitz Kids

Today we switch out Coach Gabe for his older brother Orson. Orson's ambition is to become a professional footballer and he is very disciplined in the pursuit. We discuss the parallels between what it takes to become a great footballer and a great BJJ player. https://graciebarraroundhay.co.uk/ Insta - @gracie_barra_roundhay_leeds Facebook - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds Youtube - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds

Today on a quick episode of The North Leeds Jitz Kids Podcast we are re-joined by Coach Gabe for a catch up. We discuss some techniques, what it's like to now be a 10 year old and the game taking the world by storm 'Coach Gabe Says'. Links: https://graciebarraroundhay.co.uk/ Insta - @gracie_barra_roundhay_leeds Facebook - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds Youtube - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds

This week on the NLJK we are joined by the Tello sisters who have been training BJJ since they were 4 years old! They are both highly accomplished competitors here are just some of their achievements: Alicia: - 2x Silver medals at Pan Pacific Championships - 1x Gold medal in Nation Championships - 3x Gold medals in State Championships - 1x Silver medal in State Championships Olivia: - 1x Gold medal at Pan Pacific Championships - 2x Gold medal in State Championships - 1x Silver in Nation Championships And dozens of other medals each!! You can follow their journey here: @bondi_bjj_sisters Links: https://graciebarraroundhay.co.uk/ Insta - @gracie_barra_roundhay_leeds Facebook - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds Youtube - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds

This week on the NLJK Podcast we are joined by Gracie Barra Oceania Ambassador and Gracie Barra Bondi Coach - Ricky Pachon. Ricky heads the very successful kids competition team at @gbbondi but is also a great competitor in his own right: - Pan Pacific Champion Gi + No Gi - Australian National Champion - NSW State Champion Open weight Purple Belt And many other accolades!! You can follow Ricky's journey here: @rickypachonbjj Links: https://graciebarraroundhay.co.uk/ Insta - @gracie_barra_roundhay_leeds Facebook - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds Youtube - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds

This week on the NLJK Podcast we are joined by Gracie Barra Oceania Ambassador, 11 year old - Eric Fridlis Eric has competed in over 70 BJJ tournaments here are some of his highlights: - Pan Pacific Champion - Abu Dhabi Continental Pro Champion - IBJJF Pan American Bronze Medalist - IBJJF European Bronze Medalist - 2x Australian National Champion And many other accolades!! You can follow Eric's journey here: @eric_gb_bjj Links: https://graciebarraroundhay.co.uk/ Insta - @gracie_barra_roundhay_leeds Facebook - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds Youtube - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds

This week we have a special show for you all! We are joined by the Tuttle Twins Gabriel and Nolan and their dad Adam! It's a part of a series of episodes we are doing with the team at Gracie Barra Bondi @gbbondi so our new little champions can listen to some more experienced students talk about BJJ! Links: https://graciebarraroundhay.co.uk/ Insta - @gracie_barra_roundhay_leeds Facebook - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds Youtube - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds

This week we are talking about the knocks and bumps our little champions may experience on the mat at BJJ and the many mitigations we have in place. Links: https://graciebarraroundhay.co.uk/ Insta - @gracie_barra_roundhay_leeds Facebook - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds Youtube - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds

Coach Gabe walks us through the highest percentage submission in grappling: The Rear Naked Choke (Mata Leão). And we discuss how, when and why we teach submissions to our Little Champions. Links: https://graciebarraroundhay.co.uk/ Insta - @gracie_barra_roundhay_leeds Facebook - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds Youtube - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds

We Reflect back on the First Kids Class run by Gracie Barra Roundhay, and if Coach Gabe let out a trump during it. Also, Gabe tries his best not to laugh at the word 'butt' and we find out he has a secret admirer... Links: https://graciebarraroundhay.co.uk/ Insta - @gracie_barra_roundhay_leeds Facebook - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds Youtube - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds

Mike, T and Gabe discuss competition for kids. Links: https://graciebarraroundhay.co.uk/ Insta - @gracie_barra_roundhay_leeds Facebook - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds Youtube - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds

We are joined by 9-year-old Gabriel Bates to discuss what he's learned since starting BJJ. Links: https://graciebarraroundhay.co.uk/ Insta - @gracie_barra_roundhay_leeds Facebook - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds Youtube - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds

North Leeds Jitz Kids Podcast is Born! We lay out what to expect and why we started a podcast for kids! Links: https://graciebarraroundhay.co.uk/ Insta - @gracie_barra_roundhay_leeds Facebook - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds Youtube - Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds