The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast

This topic is for every Jiu Jitsu practitioner, athlete, or coach. We look at gaining from setbacks like injuries instead of declining. I share my own injury/recovery experiences. Hope you enjoy!Assessing an injury- Do not ignore an injury, regardless of the severity- How long will you be out of regular activity? - Why did the injury happen?- What can be learned from the incident?- What training can you still do?Mindset- Stay positive- Abundance mindset- Kaizen mindset- Focus on the long term goals instead of the short term setbacks- Practice mental training; studying, observing, visualization- Search athletes who have recovered from the same injury- Avoid turning to substances and food for comfort- Manage dopamine levels, avoid negative habits- Accept the process of recovery as a part of your journey- Prepare a plan to return to sportTake control/Make a plan- Is surgery necessary?- Physiotherapy/strength training- Accept help from others/Accountability partners- Mental studying- Observational learning- Keep attending classesExample of (my) recovery plan (right knee, meniscus) Overall Goal: - Return to regular full intensity sparring- Return to competition- Full range of motion - Pain-free Small measurable goals:- Be patient with recovery-Good diet and sleep habits- Track the range of motion, stability, and strength- Note any sensitivity, catching, or locking- Learn 1 new thing a day Why is this relevant?:- Training and competition are important-Injuries are common- If left unaddressed, the athlete will never reach my full potential in sport (setbacks, re-injury, etc.)- Overall quality of life Long term goals:- Heal for the time recommended by the physiotherapist and surgeon- Gradually increase workload and difficulty of exercises as the months go on -Improve understanding of Jiu Jitsu through this time- Return to sport at full intensity- Train to prevent future injuries Post-injury recovery- Return slowly and carefully- Only train with trusted training partners of the same size- Ongoing strength and physiotherapy conditioning- Reflect on overcoming the injury-Prioritize longevityContact/Support The Show:Website: ejjp.showInstagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcastEmail: ejjpod@gmail.comOn Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academyZara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21

General concepts:- Half guard passing is pressure-based (tight/chest to chest)- Half guard passing focuses on pinning the head and shoulders first, and clearing the legs second- Loose guard passing can be used to achieve half guard passing as a “Checkpoint”- Force your partner to constantly re-establish their frames by using bladed and relaxed shoulders; this action deflects your partner’s frames as you close the distance and work toward chest to chest positions- Fight for the inside position to establish control- Anyone can use this style of guard passing. Sometimes half guard passing can be difficult for a smaller person to use against a much larger guard player- This guard passing style has been around since the beginning of BJJ, but has become very popular again- Half guard passing allows the top player to use weight efficiently while the bottom player gets exhausted- Just like all pressure-based positions, your head positioning is super important when passing the half guard- 2 directions of attack when passing the half guard: Shoulder vs hip pinsWhat does the bottom player want in the half guard control position?- Use Kuzushi to create disconnection between top and bottom player- Establish frames; upper body inside position- lower body inside position- Recover an offensive guard, or at least a neutral guard where they can rest and look to attackDifferent arm configurations- Cross face and under hook- Near side under hook and head block- Double under hooks/Body lock- Kata gatameDifferent half guard passing positions- The fundamental half guard passing position- Body lock vs half guard passing- Half guard sit-out- Reverse half guard sit-out- 3/4 mount- Deep half guard- Addressing the coyote half guard/lower leg shiftCamp-style guard passing- This is a relatively new guard passing concept that can be used in Gi and No Gi scenarios- Made famous by Gordon Ryan- Backtrack into positions of advantage to exhaust your opponent- Camp-style passing prioritizes positions of advantage over the actual guard pass - Use a series of checkpoints to fall back on- Review BJJ Mental Models Episode 224: “Waypoints and J-Points, feat. Matt Kwan”Gi vs No Gi- Half Guard passing in the gi provides more friction and grip options- Mid range passes are more available in gi due to grips; weave pass, long step pass- Lapel cross-face- Collar grip under the arm- Body lock is a strong grip for No Gi, but problematic in the Gi due to the belt gripHalf Guard vs Side Control/Mount- Passing to side control opens opportunities for your opponent to turtle- Craig Jones recommends passing to mount instead of side controlResources:- Gordon Ryan’s SIMPLE way to be an ADVANCED guard passer-BJJ Analysis (Less Impressed More Involved BJJ): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGBHXO-EMk0- Greed has no place in Guard Passing - Gordon Ryan BJJ analysis (Less Impressed More Involved BJJ): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKVzL5kmijk- How To Do The Perfect Jiu Jitsu Half Guard Passing by John Danaher: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jz4oLDOHxLMContact/Support The Show:Website: ejjp.showInstagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcastEmail: ejjpod@gmail.comOn Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academyZara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21

What is the Kimura? -Japanese name: Ude Garami (Entangled Arm Lock)-Figure-4 shoulder control and submission-Shoulder is compromised through an internal rotation of the shoulder-Allows you to control a stronger opponent with 2-on-1 control-Requires “Ratchet control” (90 degree bend in the arm)-Opposing pushing and pulling forces-Can be used to pass the guard, take the back, sweep, take down or submit your opponent-Applicable in both Gi and No Gi situationsWho invented the Kimura? Masahiko KimuraCombining Kimura with Submission Systems-Kimura armbar control-Kimura to triangle-Kimura, Triangle, Armbar, WristlockCombining Kimura with Positional Advances-Kimura single leg defense/sweep: sumi gaeshi-Rolling Kimura guard pass-Kimura to the backKey Concepts:The Rule of Hand Position-Position vs. submission dilemma-Hand in front of body: advance position-Hand behind the body: advance submissionElbow Lever-Straighten arms instead of contracting-The most efficient Kimura Control-Works against much larger opponentsThumbs or No Thumbs?-Thumb grips prevent wrist-rolling; this movement creates more internal rotation in the targeted shoulder-Pinning the wrist-à Use a C grip (thumbs)-Once the figure-4 is locked-à Use a monkey grip (no thumbs)The Power Line-The most efficient angle to finish the Kimura submission-From the top-à Diagonally from shoulder to hip-From the bottom-à Your head lines up with your partner’s elbow and shoulder line (bottom triangle)Pull vs. Push Kimura Finishes-Pull dominant Kimura finishing mechanics are more efficient (side Kimura)-Push dominant Kimura finishing mechanics are less efficient (dorsal Kimura) Common Mistakes:-Partner Straightens arm-Partner can elbow slip-Space between wrists-Pulling at the armpit instead of the elbow-Partner’s head can rise; roll-through problem Key Positions:Dorsal Kimura-Push dominant finish-Enter side Kimura, yoko sankaku, tarikoplataT-Kimura-2 methods: Trapping far arm/Inserting bottom knee-Enter crucifix, take the back, ushiro sankakuSide Kimura-Enter the power angle-Strongest finishing position-Pull dominant KimuraHead & Arm Kimura-AKA “Giftwrap”-Excellent control to take the back from mount-Can be used to transition to different armbars and triangles due to weightless legsLegs Kimura (Tarikoplata)-Good option from dorsal Kimura-Made famous by Norwegian BJJ athlete Tarik Hopstock-Useful even if hand is in front of opponent’s bodyMonoplata-Incredibly powerful as body weight is used to “Follow-through” for the finish-Set up from top side omoplata positionBarataplata-Invented by GB Black belt Rafael “Barata” Freitas-Set up from failed triangle-Very deceptive and surprising-The Greatest Judoka in History-Masahiko Kimura: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XA8-L4cWmoQ-Masahiko Kimura: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGnvGuhMZxEContact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.showInstagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcastEmail: ejjpod@gmail.comOn Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academyZara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21

Welcome to The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast! A place where you'll find everything you need to know about jiu jitsu. In today's episode we'll talk about:What is the mission statement of the EJJP?To bring listeners the best educational BJJ content possibleShare knowledge from my personal studies and experiencesTo emphasize the mental aspect of BJJTo find and share the best teaching, learning, and training methodsTo help practitioners of all levelsWho am I?Co-Creator of the BJJ Mental Models Podcast Owner, Operator, and Head Coach of On Guard BJJ in Pitt Meadows, BCPersonal Interests: Hockey, Weightlifting, Health, Guitar, Drums, Gardening, EntrepeneurFormer SFU Grappling CoachAuthor of “Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu!”Creator of the On Guard Online AcademyWhat makes EJJP different from other BJJ podcasts?Educational lecturesPut the study and research of BJJ firstWill cover everything BJJRaw, unedited conversationsWho could benefit from this information? CoachesGym ownersCompetitorsBeginners/advanced practitionersYouth athletesThe shift of BJJ pedagogy from 90’s to now.Old-style BJJ vs newAthletes getting younger/starting youngerTraining and teaching methods have changedInformation from the best athletes and coaches in the world is widely availableFree content available on many platformsWhat is my role as an instructor between the old and new generation?To give the next generation the most current pedagogyTo gather information from the best, condense it, and share it hereTo help all practitioners get to the next level through podcastingTo keep the standards of BJJ high and encourage the highest quality To stay current as the sport moves on and I get olderTo build not only great athletes, but great instructors who can produce great instructorsWhat you can expect from the show. Educational lecturesShow notesCurrent eventsUpdates on my own personal competitions and preparationsMini-series/premium contentListener interaction; questions, suggestions, and ideas to improve the showInterviewsContact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.showInstagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcastEmail: ejjpod@gmail.comOn Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academyZara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21

The goal is to analyze the different teaching/learning methods and understand their potential strengths and weaknesses in JJ- This episode is aimed at coaches and all practitioners- These methods are not necessarily good or bad, best or worst; they all have a place at the right time- I believe the best teaching and learning methods are done in combination and collectively instead of individually- Contrast these methods with Kids vs. adults, as well as beginners vs. advanced practitionersQuestions for each method of teaching/learning:What category does the particular teaching method fall under?What are the benefits?What are the potential drawbacks (Is this myopic)?What student does this teaching method best apply to?What is the goal of the training (When to use a particular method)?How can the learning involve multiple methods?My 3 Pillars of JJTacticsMechanicsTimingTechnique-Based Examples: Arm-bar from guard, tight waist sweep from half guardPrimarily involves learning in “Moves”Not a heavy focus on context of a given technique, or when to use itDecent focus on mechanicsNot particularly flexible in terms of variations or opponent’s reactions (context)Good when introducing a new moveSequence-Based Examples: Speed drills, Arm bar sequence, Guard passing sequencePotential predictable reactions are considered, but uncontrolled variability is limitedUsually prioritizes speed and repetitionsCan build mind/body connection (muscle memory)Can increase cardio while training JJ movementsNot a heavy emphasis on mechanics or tactical contextGood for kids and beginnersEffective warm upGame-Based Examples: Target sparring, game sparring, mini games, FYJJGives the athlete specific goals that translate well to live trainingVery specific training for specific scenariosDoes not provide an overall game plan to win a matchIncreases quality repetitions in a short amount of time vs. live resistanceCan quickly improve particular areas of a student’s gameConcept-Based Examples: Hip pin vs. shoulder pins, inside positionThese are not necessarily specific techniques; they provide context and tactics to techniquesGeneral ideas that can be very useful in a wide variety of situationsThese ideas give you a good sense of direction/goals to work toward in live scenariosLearning concepts allows you to be effective without knowing every techniqueGood for all practitionersPrinciple-Based Examples: Theory of alignment, lever and fulcrum mechanics, wedgesThese are not usually specific techniques; they often explain why techniques work, or how to make a technique even more effective in a physical contextProven theories that can be replicated reliablyPrinciples are mechanically soundCan sometimes become a myopic/rigid way of thinkingPrinciples do not always apply the same way to every JJ scenario (relative to your goals)Good for all practitioners, but can be boring for younger kidsContact/Support The Show:Website: ejjp.showInstagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcastEmail: ejjpod@gmail.comOn Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academyZara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21