
The Grapplers Perspective
Welcome to The Grapplers Perspective Podcast, formally The Everyday Perspective! We're your Co-Hosts, Paul and Danny, we're both BJJ fanatics and Health and Fitness Professionals but essentially, everyday blokes. We talk to Grapplers (and occasionally other interesting people) to get their perspective and learn what we can about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Grappling, physical and mental health, fitness and nutrition.- Banter- BJJ and Grappling- Fitness and Nutrition- Men's Physical & Mental Health**New Episodes Weekly!**Video Episodes exclusively on YouTube @thegrapplersperspective.Disclaimer: The topics discussed on the podcast are for general information and entertainment purposes only.
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Dec 3, 2024 • 1h 44min
#48 - Josef Mogh - Jiu Jitsu Has To Be A Show and Athletes Are The Characters
Send us a textExpect to get the grapplers perspective how XMartial and the team were created, Josef's background and passion for Martial Arts, what he learned from the biggest brands about marketing, how to build self confidence and be unstoppable, what we need to make BJJ popular, how to monetise athletes, creating the dream grappling show on and much more. Josef is the founder of XMartial, a fightwear brand born from a passion for combat sports and a dissatisfaction with the mundane, XMartial is crafted for the BOLD and the BRAVE. XMartial celebrates athletes who are not merely participants but vibrant personalities who light up the training room and captivate fans.Guest Stuff:Website - https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspectiveInsta - https://www.instagram.com/yosefalmoghni/XMartial Insta - https://www.instagram.com/xmartialofficial/00:00 Intro01:11 Comfort Standards04:46 Combat Sports Nomad10:27 Creating XMartial19:39 China Big Dogs 29:46 Fighting to Business39:05 Quirky Designs49:26 How To Market56:19 Hacking Self Confidence01:05:40 Making BJJ Popular01:12:14 Athletes Are Products01:21:21 The Dream Show01:27:39 BJJ Chills You Out01:34:55 Craig Jones01:40:25 We Sell Rashguards and Shorts#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #grappling #grappling #podcast #xmartial #clothing #apparel Need a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/theeverydayperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjjSponsors: Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.ioGet 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspectiveSupport us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Nov 26, 2024 • 1h 38min
#47 - Owen Jones - ADCC Reaction, B-Team Camp, BJJ Travels, and His Big Announcement
Send us a textExpect to get the grapplers perspective on Owen's standout performances from day 1 of ADCC, his breakdown and reflections on his loss in day 2, his prep including working with J Flo and B-Team, living in the B-Team 'Crack House', his travels since ADCC, his big plans to leave the UK and much more. Owen Jones is an 2024 ADCC Worlds Standout, 2023 ADCC European, Middle East & Asian Trials Champion at 66kg, qualifying him for the ADCC World Championships in 2024. He is one of the most exciting UK grapplers with Super Fight wins on WNO and Polaris; and was the IBJJF No Gi European Champion at a purple belt in 2022. Guest Stuff:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/owenjonesbjjBJJ Fanatics Instructionals - https://bjjfanatics.com/products/outside-the-guard-inside-her-dms-by-owen-jones00:00 Intro02:26 The ADCC/CJI Experience12:16 Why People Get Good at BJJ19:17 ADCC Day 1 Breakdown23:16 ADCC Day 2 Breakdown29:37 Mindset, and Ankle After33:55 Teammate Losses37:54 Jozef Chen & Nicky Ryan43:04 Do Steroids Matter?48:32 Training with Justin Flores52:19 Dima’s Camp at B-Team57:17 The Crack House01:05:39 Asia vs UK01:11:11 Post ADCC Travels01:15:18 Moving to Atlanta01:20:09 IBJJF & Next Competition 01:24:45 Australian Grappling01:30:52 Goals and Aspirations01:33:15 Call of Duty Nerds01:38:40 Shoutouts and Thanks#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #grappling #bteamjiujitsu #grappling #adcc #podcast Need a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/theeverydayperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjjSponsors: Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.ioGet 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspectiveSupport us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Nov 19, 2024 • 1h 10min
#46 - Ethan Crelinsten - He’s A Vicious, Gritty Spaz That Requires Minimal Athleticism
Send us a textExpect to get the grapplers perspective on the simple men doing the blue chip challenge, Ethan going from full baked teenager to elite professional grappler, his time training at Tristar and Renzo's, starting the B-Team, his training and recovery schedules, the different realms of spaz at B Team, his ADCC reflections and much more. Ethan Crelinsten is a Canadian professional submission grappler and former student of John Danaher and Firas Zahabi in jiu-jitsu, before he formed his own squad, B-Team, with other teammates from DDS. Ethan gained notoriety in jiu-jitsu’s no-gi circuit after his wins at the North American ADCC Trials (2018, 2019) and is the Combat Jiu Jitsu Worlds 2022 Lightweight Champion.Extra Stuff:Insta - https://www.instagram.com/ethan.crelinsten/B-Team Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bteamjj/B-Team YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@UClAJVVKDBNJxW2lTSwLwCOw Simple Man Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@UCySX5KypNNQSbczcGFDiKIg 00:00 Intro02:29 Simple Man Podcast09:59 Starting Jiu Jitsu at Tristar19:13 Training with DDS at Renzo’s27:08 Founding The B-Team32:36 Coaching at B-Team40:27 Training Schedule & Recovery48:04 He’s Different Realm of Spaz54:44 ADCC Reflections58:43 CJI Solves All The Problems01:04:41 Combat Jiu Jitsu#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #grappling #bteamjiujitsu #grappling #podcast Need a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/theeverydayperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjjSponsors: Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.ioGet 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspectiveSupport us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Nov 12, 2024 • 1h 15min
#45 - Kenny Kim - BJJ Saves Lives: Mat Made Docuseries Creator Explains How
Send us a textExpect to get the everyday perspective on the Mat Made docuseries, how Kenny came up with the idea, the true cost of creating the episodes, why BJJ has such a positive impact on people's lives, the most compelling stories, his time with Tom DeBlass, if there's a season 2 coming, how Kenny was Matmade and much more. Kenny Kim is a 3rd Degree BJJ Black Belt and Founder & Head Instructor at Kenny Kim Jiu Jitsu. He is also the creator and host of the hit docuseiries, Mat Made where he travels the US meeting people on the mats and hearing their incredible, life changing stories. Extra Stuff:Insta - https://www.instagram.com/kennykimbjj/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@UCuAV0hfNwCPeb8pwiw_8MiA Matmade Website - https://matmade.com/Matmade YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@UCT4lJUDHtBdcHKqhss-AxFQ 00:00 Travelling with BJJ07:38 Mat Made Docuseries Inception14:16 The Cost if Creating Matmade21:07 Find my Mat28:15 The Brazilian Culture38:11 Benefit of Jiu Jitsu43:27 Most Compelling Stories50:09 Tom DeBlass54:59 Mat Made Season 201:02:00 How Kenny Was Mat Made#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #matmade #grappling #podcast Need a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/theeverydayperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjjSponsors: Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.ioGet 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspectiveSupport us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Nov 5, 2024 • 1h 51min
#44 - Kris Barras - The Music Industry Is Full of People Who Need A Punch in the Face
Send us a textExpect to get the everyday perspective Kris Barras went from being a local fighter and promoter to international Rock Star, MMA scene in the 00's, stories from training at Xtreme Couture in Vegas, getting signed to a record label, touring with one of his idols, the reality of the music industry, what would tempt him out of retirement and much more. Kris Barras is a former professional MMA and Muay Thai fighter, gym owner, and fight promoter turned Rock Star. The Kris Barras Band is a British rock band formed in 2015 and has released five studio albums including Halo Effect (2024), which acheived top 5 in the UK album charts when released. in September 2023 the band signed to Earache Records securing a worldwide deal.Extra Stuff:Insta - https://www.instagram.com/krisbarrasband/Website - https://www.krisbarrasband.com/Tour Dates - krisbarrasband.com/tourYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@UCx6hSbEY0Xw0_45i0ybcvNw 00:00 intro01:26 Early MMA Days11:10 Opening Fightworx16:26 Training At Xtreme Couture22:41 He Was A Bell End!29:24 Fighting in Southeast Asia41:36 Running A Fight Promotion47:44 Forca Luta Fightwear50:51 Signing to a Record Label54:54 Touring with Billy Gibbons58:39 His Dad’s Influence01:04:47 Rock Star Life01:12:36 Favourite Gigs & Venues01:17:19 Streaming vs Hard Sales01:21:47 How Artists Earn Money01:31:12 Some People Need A Slap!01:35:59 Reason for Restarting BJJ01:40:55 Competing After 10 Years01:47:56 Misfits Call Out#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #mma #rockstar #rock #podcast Need a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/theeverydayperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjjSponsors: Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.ioGet 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspectiveSupport us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Oct 29, 2024 • 1h 45min
#43 - Victor Hugo Explains His Training, Comp Prep, Athlete Pay & Reflects on CJI
Send us a textExpect to get the everyday perspective on Victor's reflections after his CJI loss, his thoughts on the whole weekend including Nicky Rod's performance, BJJ athlete pay situation, his future with ADCC, his journey through the coloured belts and how he developed his 'Big Man Flow', his blueprint on how to be the best jiu jitsu athlete you can be, who he's got his eye on and much more. Victor Hugo is a 6x IBJJF Black Belt World Champion (4x Gi and 2x NoGi) under Saulo and Alexandre (Xande) Ribeiro of the Six Blades Association; and ADCC and CJI veteran. Despite being 195cm /6’4 and weighing 115 kg / 255 lbs, Victor is known for his technical guard game and 'Big Man Flow'.Extra Stuff:Insta - https://www.instagram.com/victorhugojjAll Victor's Links - https://linktr.ee/victorhugojj00:00 Reflections on CJI Loss08:04 Nicky Rod’s Performance11:41 Thoughts on the ‘Alley’15:42 CJI Scoring and Pay22:42 How Athletes Make Money28:05 ADCC Invite Trials32:42 Victor’s Colour Belt Journey39:38 Developing Big Man Flow44:39 Need For Strength Work50:07 Lifting & Recovery56:34 Joining Ribeiro Jiu Jitsu01:01:40 Best Approach to BJJ Training01:06:19 Developing a Game01:11:35 Ecological vs Drilling01:21:02 Competition Preparation01:27:17 Rolling Intensity01:32:04 Comp Day Routines01:39:22 Future Plans & Fights#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #sixbladesjiujitsu #ibjjf #worldchampion #bigmanflowNeed a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/theeverydayperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjjSponsors: Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.ioGet 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspectiveSupport us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Oct 25, 2024 • 1h 31min
#42- Carlos Machado - BJJ Coral Belt Shares His Wisdom on Teaching and Learning
Send us a textExpect to get the everyday perspective on what it meant to receive his coral belt in BJJ, what it was like growing up in a house with 5 brothers all training BJJ, training with the his uncles and cousins that Gracie's, his memories of training Chuck Norris at his height of fame, his philosophies on being a coach, how to approach your learning and much more. Carlos Machado is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 8th Degree Coral (Red and White) Belt with 56 years training and is a former world master's champion. He is the eldest of the five Machado Brothers, known for BJJ, that also includes Roger, Rigan, Jean Jacques and John. He is also the brother-in-law of UFC fighter Stephen Thompson. He currently runs BJJ schools across the United States, Australia, Canada and Mexico00:00 Danny’s Surprise Present04:00 Receiving Coral Belt08:41 The Machado House17:45 Proving BJJ’s Effectiveness25:25 Chuck Norris31:54 BJJ Scene in Texas37:40 Coaching Philosophy44:05 Best Ways to Learn50:21 Leg Locks Evolution54:06 Teaching Beginners01:02:51 Training for Longevity01:11:56 BJJ is a Lifestyle01:16:53 Future of Jiu Jitsu01:24:50 Carlos’ Future Plans#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #graciejiujitsu #machado #mentality #brotherhood #Brazil #brazilianNeed a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/theeverydayperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjjSponsors: Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.ioGet 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspectiveSupport us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Oct 8, 2024 • 52min
#41 - Jordan Preisinger - I Pulled Guard Against A Knife Attacker, Here's What Happened...
Send us a textExpect to get the everyday perspective on Jordan's experience on the Ultimate Self-Defence Championships, if he's really pull guard in a real knife fight, how he adapts his training to manage injuries, his journey with combat sports, if people should compete and much more. Jordan Preisinger is a BJJ Black Belt and undefeated amateur MMA fighter, known for his popular YouTube channel @JordanTeachesJiujitsu , where he shares his knowledge to his 240k+ audience. He is the head coach of Limitless Bjj in Trenton, Ontario where his goal is to help his student learn BJJ as quickly and deeply as possible.Extra Stuff:Insta - https://www.instagram.com/jordanteachesjiujitsu/Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@JordanTeachesJiujitsu00:00 Intro02:34 Pulling Guard in a Knife Fight10:40 Self Defence Championship17:30 Does BJJ Work for Self Defence20:53 Managing Injuries28:05 Jordan’s Martial Arts Journey35:54 Should People Compete42:53 Starting YouTube#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #mma #muaythai #teacher #youtuber Need a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/theeverydayperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjjSponsors: Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.ioGet 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspectiveSupport us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Oct 1, 2024 • 1h 27min
#40 - Brandon Reed - Dealing With Seminar Snipers After Eye Injury, ADCC and CJI
Send us a textExpect to get the everyday perspective on Brandon's recent ADCC match with Pena, his thoughts on his friend and training partner Michael Pixley, how CJI compared to ADCC, how he nearly got blinded at an open mat, the precautions he now takes, how be deals with seminar snipers, his move to Montreal and much more...Brandon Reed is one of the fastest rising professional grapplers in the US. He is a ADCC Trials Medalist, ADCC Worlds Competitor, 3x National Champion Wrestler & 4x All-American, BJJ Blue Belt NoGi Worlds Gold Medalist and BJJ Purple Belt NoGi Worlds Silver Medalist (losing to DQ).Extra Stuff:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brandonreed3xWebsite - https://www.brandonreed3x.com/All Other Links - https://linktr.ee/Brandonreed2300:00 Getting The ADCC Call04:55 Fighting Pena09:53 Michael Pixley18:07 Owen Jones 22:45 CJI Review30:30 CJI vs ADCC Rules37:10 Gordon vs Nicky Rod42:32 ADCC Trials Run49:00 Eye Injury52:58 Dealing with Seminar Snipers1:02:52 Danger of Short Form Content01:10:50 Moving to Montreal, Canada01:17:12 Training with Firas Zahabi01:21:18 Purple Belts Are Killers01:24:52 Seminars and Instructionals#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #wrestling #adcc Need a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/theeverydayperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjjSponsors: Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.ioGet 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspectiveSupport us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Sep 24, 2024 • 1h 50min
#39 - Rokas Leonavicius - Self Defence Debate Solved: Ultimate Self Defence Championships
Send us a textExpect to get the everyday perspective on what the Ultimate Self Defence Championships are, the reaction to the show, what really happens in a knife fight, how Craig the 'normal Aussie bloke' did vs trained martial artists, his own experience taking part, traditional arts vs combat sports, female self defence, if Aikido really works (it doesn't!) and much more. Rokas did Aikido for more than 15 years, taught it and ran a professional dojo. Eventually he became disillusioned with Aikido and moved on to train combat sports such as BJJ, MMA and kickboxing. He has documented his journey on his YouTube channel @MartialArtsJourney where he also created the Ultimate Self Defence Championships (USDC). The USDC see's 6 martial artist take part in self defence scenarios to see what actually works. Extra Stuff:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@UCazByhbmztoIg6ZKeI25PGw Insta - https://www.instagram.com/rokas_martialartsjourneyUSDC Season 1 - https://youtu.be/NdzuimQYswQ?feature=sharedUSDC Website - https://www.usdchampionship.com00:00 Ultimate Self Defence Championships06:51 Knife Defence Scenarios12:38 Craig, the Aussie Bloke18:52 Pulling Guard in a Knife Fight24:44 Contestant Reactions31:07 Wish We Had A Purist36:57 Creating USDC on YouTube45:46 Being Creator & Contestant53:17 They Really Wanted to Win01:00:52 Getting Females on the Show01:07:41 Female Self Awareness01:18:00 Aikido for Self Defence 01:31:31 Transition to Combat Sports01:40:29 Leg Break in BJJ01:48:34 Where to Watch USDC#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #aikido #selfdefenseskills #selfdefenceforwomen Need a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/theeverydayperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjjSponsors: Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.ioGet 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspectiveSupport us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk
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