BONUS: Updated Pedagogy, feat. Rob Biernacki

Aug 26, 2025

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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INSIGHT

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.

ADVICE

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.

INSIGHT

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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