The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast

The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Ep 42: I Dominated Eddie Feat. Brandon Mccaghren

Jan 24, 2024

Brandon Mccaghren, an Eddie Bravo Black Belt and owner of 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Decatur, talks about running a successful academy, teaching kids, upcoming matches, steroids, and more. They discuss Eddie Bravo's impact, the role of the uke in training, building a strong gym culture, advice for starting your own academy, the relevance of rubber guard, jiu jitsu rules and preferences, and the upcoming competition between Dante Leon and Diego Pato.

01:17:50

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Brandon Mccaghren

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Quick takeaways

Aspiring jiu-jitsu instructors should focus on learning business skills to run a successful academy and avoid burnout.

Rubber guard technique can be highly effective in jiu-jitsu and should be considered as a valuable tool.

The wide variety of rule sets in jiu-jitsu, such as combat jiu-jitsu and Aiga, contribute to the growth and evolution of the sport.

Deep dives

Importance of Learning Business Skills

To be successful in running their own academy, aspiring jiu-jitsu instructors need to focus on learning business skills to effectively make money. This is crucial to avoid burnout and create a thriving business. By understanding how to generate revenue and handle the various tasks in a gym, instructors can build a successful career and create a positive culture within their academy.

Cultivating a Learning Scenario

01:15

Key Advice for Beginners in Jujitsu

01:29

Approach to teaching and training in a martial arts class

01:47

Introduction

2min

Eddie Bravo's Impact and Rematch

17min

Class Structure and Curriculum

4min

The Role of the Uke in Jiu Jitsu Training

8min

Building a Strong Gym Culture in Jiu Jitsu

17min

Advice for Up and Coming Students Interested in Starting Their Own Jiu-Jitsu Academy

2min

The Relevance and Effectiveness of Rubber Guard in Jujitsu and MMA

2min

Discussion on Jiu Jitsu Rules and Preferences

14min

Dante Leon: The Most Underrated Jujitsu Player in the World

10min

Brandon Mccaghren is an Eddie Bravo Black Belt, the Owner and Head Coach at 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Decatur, and a regular colour commentator for FloGrappling in various professional BJJ promotions. We discuss running a successful academy, teaching kids, upcoming matches, steroids, and more. Enjoy this chat with the man who created “I dominated Eddie” (link included below).

B-Mac’s stuff:

-Instagram: @brandonmc.ninja

-YouTube: Brandon Mccaghren

-Brandon’s Online Academy: bmac.mykajabi.com

-I Dominated Eddie- Eddie Bravo vs Royler Gracie- Metamoris 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvBY_-A96pE

Contact/Support The Show:
Website: ejjp.show
Instagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcast
TikTok: @ejjpod
Email: ejjpod@gmail.com

On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy

Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21

The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/

Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

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