Brandon Mccaghren

Brandon Mccaghren, an Eddie Bravo Black Belt and owner of 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Decatur, talks about running a successful academy, teaching kids, upcoming matches, steroids, and more. They discuss Eddie Bravo's impact, the role of the uke in training, building a strong gym culture, advice for starting your own academy, the relevance of rubber guard, jiu jitsu rules and preferences, and the upcoming competition between Dante Leon and Diego Pato.

Brandon McCaghren, a 10th Planet black belt and head instructor at 10th Planet Decatur, shares insights on mastering the rubber guard. He discusses how this advanced technique fits into a broader game plan and why it hasn't seen much success in top-level competition. The conversation highlights the importance of body positioning, control, and individual style in grappling. Topics like the Dead Orchard submission and the efficiency of the hindulatine technique are explored, along with the value of creativity and personal expression in Jiu-Jitsu.