Rob Biernacki, a Jiu-Jitsu coach and educator, shares insights on pedagogy and evolving teaching methods in Jiu-Jitsu. He discusses balancing concepts with techniques and the importance of adapting instruction based on empirical evidence. Emotional dysregulation in students and community dynamics in gyms are also explored. Rob looks ahead to his retirement from full-time teaching and highlights exciting upcoming Jiu-Jitsu camps in beautiful British Columbia, promising enriching experiences for participants.
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Modern Teaching Frameworks
BJJ Concepts updated their pedagogy into a Teachingology module that explains modern teaching frameworks.
Rob outlines the Adaptable Problem Solving Method as his specific, practical coaching system.
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Balance Concepts With Techniques
Blend concepts and techniques depending on context rather than committing to only one approach.
Use task-focused practice, contextual drilling, and specific sparring to connect ideas to movement.
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Use Science As One Tool
Scientific research on learning rarely studies jiu-jitsu directly and often relies on soft science from other sports.
Treat academic studies as one tool and combine them with on-gym experimentation and observation.
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In this bonus episode, Rob Biernacki talks pedagogy! We discuss his updated pedagogy module on BJJ Concepts, the evolving landscape of Jiu-Jitsu instruction, balancing concepts with techniques, evidence versus anecdote, emotional dysregulation in students, and the role of community in gym culture. Rob also shares news on his upcoming retirement from full-time teaching at Island Top Team, the winding down of his visiting student program, and his plans for future teaching through visiting instructor initiatives and Jiu-Jitsu camps.
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