E43 - Greg Souders & Noah Shaffner

Mar 23, 2024

Guest

Noah Schaffner

Guest

Greg Souders

Greg Souders, head coach at Standard Jiu Jitsu and an advocate for innovative training methods, teams up with returning guest Noah Shaffner. They dive into reinventing learning in grappling, challenging traditional coaching styles and emphasizing the importance of active engagement. The duo highlights the dynamics of gym culture, scaling instruction tailored to individual needs, and even shares their hydration hacks for optimal recovery. With humor and insightful reflections, they explore the social quirks of training and the unique identity of Jiu Jitsu instructors.

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INSIGHT

Outdated Drilling Methods

Repeating the same technique over and over is outdated and ineffective for real learning.
Ecological dynamics training represents a necessary evolution in Jiu Jitsu practice.

INSIGHT

Students Crave Training Change

Students want change but don't know which direction to take in training.
Commitment to a new method reflects hunger for real improvement and innovation.

ADVICE

Overcoming Coaching Constraints

Coaches are limited by the beliefs of their gym owners when trying to innovate.
Seek environments where openness to new methods is embraced to progress effectively.

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