BJJ Mental Models Ep. 348: The Timeline of Coaching, feat. Francesco Fonte
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Jul 28, 2025 Francesco Fonte, a Jiu-Jitsu coach known for his innovative teaching methods, discusses his unique 'timeline of coaching.' He emphasizes a reversal of traditional learning—starting with engaging games before delving into skills and information. This approach, he argues, fosters better retention and performance. The conversation also touches on the importance of incremental learning and effective communication in coaching, revealing parallels between mastering martial arts and acquiring language skills.
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Reversed Coaching-Athlete Timelines
- Coaches should start with deep knowledge to design skill-building games, then offer info after skills develop.
- Athletes, conversely, start with playing games, building skills, and only later receive detailed information.
Avoid Early Info Dumping
- Avoid info dumping on athletes early; it causes cognitive overload and hinders skill development.
- Prioritize creating context and letting athletes get reps before layering technical details.
Time-Box Feedback Sessions
- Limit corrective feedback during practice; fix only what can be addressed in the time available.
- Accept minor mistakes today and revisit them later for better long-term retention and progress.