

Cal McDonald
BJJ black belt under Rob Biernacki, specializing in educational frameworks for children and managing Island Top Team's kids classes.
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Jun 1, 2024 • 1h 1min
Ep. 287: Automatic Grappling, feat. Cal McDonald
Cal McDonald, BJJ black belt, discusses 'automatic grappling' and improving reaction time. Topics include cognitive memory systems in BJJ training, ecological dynamics in skill development, and mastering fundamental movements for beginners.

Oct 5, 2020 • 1h 24min
Ep. 93: Teaching Kids, feat. Cal McDonald
Cal McDonald, a BJJ black belt and expert in children's education, discusses innovative teaching practices for kids. He emphasizes strategies like chunking information to ease cognitive load, the benefits of interleaving techniques, and the importance of hands-on learning. McDonald shares insights on fostering resilience and confidence through Jiu-Jitsu, highlighting how martial arts can teach essential life skills. The conversation also explores the impactful role of parents in training and the deep connections formed during shared experiences.

Jun 3, 2024 • 1h 2min
Ep. 287: Automatic Grappling, feat. Cal McDonald
Cal McDonald, BJJ black belt, discusses automatic grappling in this episode, focusing on improving reaction time. Topics include effortful retrieval, cognitive load, interleaving skills, dictating pace, and deliberate practice. The concept of automatizing physical movements in BJJ to enhance decision-making and skill execution is explored. The episode also delves into ecological dynamics in Jiu-Jitsu practice and the importance of mastering fundamentals in building a strong foundation.