Jesse Walker
Head instructor at Rough Hands BJJ in Louisville, KY and co-presenter on the episode; brings coaching experience and practical insights about adapting guard play for different body types and ages.
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Oct 13, 2025 • 53min
Ep. 359: Old Bastard Closed Guard, feat. Mike Mahaffey & Jesse Walker
Join Mike Mahaffey, the mind behind Old Bastard BJJ, and Jesse Walker, head instructor at Rough Hands BJJ, as they delve into closed-guard strategies tailored for older or less athletic practitioners. They explore the principles of the 'old bastard' style, emphasizing fundamentals over athleticism. Mike reveals the three tenets of this approach and discusses shifting from reliance on leg squeezes to hip-driven control. Jesse shares insights on the importance of adapting techniques to different body types, making jiu-jitsu accessible for everyone.
Feb 10, 2025 • 58min
Ep. 323: Collaborative Camps, feat. Josh "Kintanon" Wentworth & Jesse Walker
Join Josh 'Kintanon' Wentworth, a BJJ black belt known for his innovative teaching at Apex MMA, and Jesse Walker, an insightful contributor from Rough Hands BJJ. They discuss revolutionary approaches to BJJ seminars, emphasizing collaborative, interactive environments over traditional methods. The duo explores maximizing training value in camps, the role of middle belts in mentoring, and the community-driven spirit of jiu-jitsu. Listeners will gain insights into innovative coaching methods and the benefits of diverse teaching styles.
