Partizan Grappling Podcast Meet the BJJ Coach who doesn't Drill - Dave Krstic - Partizan Podcast #8
Mar 6, 2025
Dave Krstic, a 4th degree Black Belt and innovative BJJ coach, shares his journey from traditional techniques to a constraints-based approach in grappling. He emphasizes the importance of adaptable skills over rote drilling, promoting engagement through games. The conversation highlights the distinction between instructors and coaches, revealing how personalized training can transform learning experiences. Krstic reflects on the evolution of coaching methods influenced by the pandemic and advocates for flexibility to better serve diverse practitioners.
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Rules Shape Grappling Styles
- Different grappling arts look different because of rule variations.
- Their constraints shape unique movements and favored outcomes.
Instructor vs Coach Approach
- Instructors focus on scripted, uniform teaching.
- Coaches adapt for individual performance and skill emergence.
Shift to Constraints-Based Practice
- Dave shifted from drilling to constraint-based games in class.
- Practices focus on problem solving with set objectives instead of rigid sequences.
