The Grapplers Perspective

Expect to get the grapplers perspective on how this app could revolutionise BJJ seminars, the many problems associated with booking, attending and running seminars that this app solves, the apps many Tinder and Uber like features, BJJ politics, deformed hands, the future of the sport and much more. Extra Stuff:Insta - https://www.instagram.com/matadorappWebsite - https://matadorapp.ioSupport the showGET OUR FREE EMAILS - https://pjfitnesscoaching.aweb.page/GrapplersPerspective Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj Audio & Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete’s - https://matadorapp.io Protect Your Grip with 10% off Sticky Grips Finger Tape & Streetwear! Use code: GPGRIPS10 at https://www.stickygrips.co.uk Support us by joining our exclusive YouTube community at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join 10% 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

Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Espen's different training methods, training in Norway, his training breakdown, approach to competition, competition mentality, to Gi or not to Gi, strong opinions on steroids and much more. Espen Mathiesen is a Norwegian BJJ athlete and black belt under José Carlos. Espen became one of the top grappling competitors in Europe while going through the ranks of BJJ in the IBJJF circuit, where Espen conquered medals in important tournaments such as the World, Pan American, and Euros.Extra Stuff:Insta - https://www.instagram.com/espenmathiesenHis Academy - https://www.instagram.com/mavericksjjSupport the showGET OUR FREE EMAILS - https://pjfitnesscoaching.aweb.page/GrapplersPerspective Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj Audio & Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete’s - https://matadorapp.io Protect Your Grip with 10% off Sticky Grips Finger Tape & Streetwear! Use code: GPGRIPS10 at https://www.stickygrips.co.uk Support us by joining our exclusive YouTube community at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join 10% 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

Expect to get the grapplers perspective on what makes us stiff and how to unlock our bodies,  the different approaches to mobility, the best warm up and cool downs, why Blue Belts make such good coaches and much more. Sebastian Brosche is a Swedish-born yoga enthusiast and a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt under Eduardo Rios, being also one of the top grappling competitors of his generation in the European jiu-jitsu circuit. Brosche is well known for his website (Yoga for BJJ), a pioneering platform used by thousands of BJJ practitioners, which advocates yoga and its benefits for grapplers.Extra Stuff:Insta - https://www.instagram.com/yogaforbjjWebsite - https://yogaforbjj.netSupport the showGET OUR FREE EMAILS - https://pjfitnesscoaching.aweb.page/GrapplersPerspective Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj Audio & Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete’s - https://matadorapp.io Protect Your Grip with 10% off Sticky Grips Finger Tape & Streetwear! Use code: GPGRIPS10 at https://www.stickygrips.co.uk Support us by joining our exclusive YouTube community at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join 10% 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

Diren Kartal, a BJJ purple belt under Roger Gracie and a fitness influencer, shares insights on the intriguing world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He humorously recounts his experience with Turkish oil wrestling alongside Craig Jones. The conversation delves into the diverse personalities in jiu-jitsu, the balance between training and competition, and concerns about steroids in the sport. Kartal also discusses optimizing gym workouts to enhance jiu-jitsu performance, the importance of personalized training, and the evolving landscape of BJJ competitions.

Ian Daube, an American professional grappler and IBJJF Worlds medalist, dives into the dynamic shift of wrestlers embracing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He discusses the evolving landscape of American Jiu-Jitsu and the controversies surrounding high-level wrestlers at colored belts. Ian shares insights on gym training for BJJ, the importance of cross-training, and whether flexibility is innate or developed. He also touches on future trends that could further mainstream Jiu-Jitsu, highlighting a new era of hybrid athletes reshaping the sport.

Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Pat's NoGi Worlds controversy, his thoughts on current blue belts, the wrestling infiltration, how CJI protected Nicky Rod from, the best way to beat wrestling, getting cancelled and much more. Pat Downey is a NCAA Division I All-American Wrestler and Professional Grappler, currently holding a purple belt in BJJ. In wrestling, he is a 2019 Pan American Games medalist and the 2019 US Open national champion. In submission grappling, he is a (unofficial) IBJJF Blue Belt NoGi World Champion, CJI Veteran and has competed against some of the biggest names in BJJ including Gordon Ryan and Nicky Rod. Guest Stuff:Insta - https://www.instagram.com/patdowneySupport the showGET OUR FREE EMAILS - https://pjfitnesscoaching.aweb.page/GrapplersPerspective Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj Audio & Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete’s - https://matadorapp.io Protect Your Grip with 10% off Sticky Grips Finger Tape & Streetwear! Use code: GPGRIPS10 at https://www.stickygrips.co.uk Support us by joining our exclusive YouTube community at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join 10% 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

Kyvann Gonzalez, a BJJ Black Belt and co-founder of Bodega Jiu Jitsu in New Jersey, dives deep into the world of Ecological Dynamics. He discusses the pitfalls of traditional drilling and introduces engaging task-based learning in BJJ. With a focus on adaptability, he explains how different body types and skill levels can shape training experiences. Kyvann also highlights the balance needed to mitigate injuries while ensuring that the methods are inclusive and enjoyable for everyone. Tune in for an enlightening take on modern jiu-jitsu coaching!

Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Ikigai 6, Danny's upcoming 16 man blue belt tournament for a £5,000 cash prize, his planned fight prep, Danny's competition experience, his upbringing, going from football to BJJ, his thoughts on BJJ politics, how nerds rule the world in BJJ, why strength training is important for BJJ, nutritional common mistakes and much more. Danny Allen is the Co-Founder and Co-Host of the Grapplers Perspective Podcast, BJJ Blue Belt under Sam Crook training out of Flo Martial Arts, in Plymouth. In May he will competing in a 16 man blue belt Competition against the best blue belts in Britain.Extra Stuff:Insta - https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjjIkigai - https://www.instagram.com/ikigai_submission_grapplingSupport the showGET OUR FREE EMAILS - https://pjfitnesscoaching.aweb.page/GrapplersPerspective Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj Audio & Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete’s - https://matadorapp.io Protect Your Grip with 10% off Sticky Grips Finger Tape & Streetwear! Use code: GPGRIPS10 at https://www.stickygrips.co.uk Support us by joining our exclusive YouTube community at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join 10% 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

Expect to get the grapplers perspective on the evolution of competition, how to prep as an older athlete, different rulesets, new belt standards, if evolution will ruin tradition, Marco's origin story and much more. Marco Canha is a 4th degree Black Belt and the head instructor at Fight Zone London. Marco is a direct product of the original Fightzone gym in Rio de Janeiro, having earned his black belt at that same gym from Fightzone owner/head coach and 9x World Champion Ricardo Vieira, one of the greatest competitors of the sport!Marco Canha’s success as a coach has been made evident through his students who have achieved prestigious medals in tournaments such as the World Championships, European BJJ Open, the No Gi European Championship, British Open amongst many more.Guest Stuff:Insta - https://www.instagram.com/marcocanhajiujitsuFightzone London - https://www.instagram.com/fightzonelondonSupport the showGET OUR FREE EMAILS - https://pjfitnesscoaching.aweb.page/GrapplersPerspective Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj Audio & Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete’s - https://matadorapp.io Protect Your Grip with 10% off Sticky Grips Finger Tape & Streetwear! Use code: GPGRIPS10 at https://www.stickygrips.co.uk Support us by joining our exclusive YouTube community at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join 10% 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

Greg Souders, a Jiu Jitsu black belt and head coach at Standard Jiu Jitsu, dives deep into the world of Ecological Dynamics and Constraints Led Approach for learning grappling. He argues that traditional instructional methods are misleading and emphasizes the importance of live training over drills. Greg explains how constraints can enhance skill acquisition and decision-making in BJJ. He also critiques the common myth that great athletes automatically make great coaches, advocating for a more experiential and personalized approach to teaching.