San Diego Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy Podcast

Adan is a blue belt at the gym who started training in 2018. He’s a police officer and a devoted husband and father. We talk about how he got started at SDBJJ and how he got started as a police officer. 6:45 How he got started at Jiu Jitsu 10:16 How he got started as a police officer 26:33 Most memorable call36:54 Hobbies outside of Jiu Jitsu Check out @sdbjj on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and at sdbjj.com

Jason is a blue belt war veteran, comedian, and father. He and I discuss starting jiu jitsu to have goals to pursue, to be able to defend himself, and much more. 4:04 How he got started8:11 Challenging your ego12:00 How jiu jitsu helped Jason quit drinking18:44 The importance of being on time20:29 His hobbies outside of jiu jitsu21:26 How he approaches stand-up comedy25:03 The benefits/importance of jiu jitsu in his life27:43 Why jiu jitsu is good for war veterans30:41 His annual "Thanksgiving Throw-down" with his brotherCheck out @sdbjj on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and at sdbjj.com

Nick Taylor is a black belt who has been with Sensei Paulo at SDBJJ for more than 10 years. We talk about how he got started, the importance of getting back to basics, and more.2:24 Styles of different players at the gym7:25 Going back to basics19:51 How he got started30:17 Proper training vs "brawling"38:17 One of the meanings of being a black belt46:06 Kind words from Nick TaylorCheck out @sdbjj on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and at sdbjj.com

Charlene discusses how her family got started training at SDBJJ, her perspective on training as both a mom and a woman, the lessons and joy jiu jitsu has given her, and much more.1:35 How she and her kids have been staying busy during time off12:51 How she and her kids got started15:04 Starting jiu jitsu to reunite her family17:44 Making progress by setting small goals21:25 How jiu jitsu has impacted her health and her life27:41 What she's learned from competing33:10 The benefits of growing up with difficulties36:36 The importance of training judo45:20 Kind words from people around the gym that have gone a long wayCheck out @sdbjj on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and at sdbjj.comPromo code AMB_WES_FRIENDS at store.tapcancerout.org

Sensei Adam talks about how he started training and teaching at SDBJJ, the importance of standing your ground against bullies, why jiu jitsu is the best martial arts for kids, and more. Show notes:2:13 Questions and concepts about jiu jitsu according to Adam 27:43 The biomechanical explanation for being "rusty"32:07 How did you get started?39:38 Why jiu jitsu is the best martial art to teach your kids42:15 The importance of standing your ground against bullies51:24 Lessons Adam learned studying physical education and childhood development while he got his undergraduate degree1:05:07 The biggest lessons he's learned from jiu jitsu1:18:14 What each belt represents in stages of learning according to AdamCheck out @sdbjj on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and at sdbjj.com

Emmett and I discuss training to manage anxiety, having hard conversations with people you care about, the typical person you might expect to encounter at the gym, life lessons learned on the mats, and more.Check out @sdbjj on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and at sdbjj.com

Josh talks about being enamored with jiu jitsu after seeing Royce Gracie in the early UFC events, starting training a little later in life, and some life lessons that translate directly from being on the mats.Check out @sdbjj on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and at sdbjj.com

Sammy talks about the early days at the gym, how jiu jitsu keeps him level-headed, and how it has become a staple in his life for the last 15 years.Check out @sdbjj on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and at sdbjj.com

Nicci talks about how jiu jitsu helped her feel secure, gain confidence, and make some lifelong friendships for her and her son.Check out @sdbjj on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and at sdbjj.com

Nick Rottunda talks about training at the dojo with his son, Zaal, as well as his experience with other martial arts and how your game evolves as you get older. Check out @sdbjj on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and at sdbjj.com