February 5, 2024
The mount is a frustrating pin for many beginners in jiu jitsu
The mount is a frustrating pin for many beginners in jiu jitsu. You are told on your…
January 31, 2024
Risk from winning position
Risk from winning position: One of the hardest things to get students doing is to take a…
December 13, 2023
Pressure over time conquers all
Pressure over time conquers all: When I first met Nicholas Meregali I was immediately…
November 28, 2023
Breaking it down into steps
Breaking it down into steps: When you look at the application of a jiu jitsu technique…
October 6, 2023
Some moves come easily – others, not so much
Some moves come easily - others, not so much: I’m sure you’ve had the experience of going…
September 20, 2023
Work your way to a position rather than jump to a position
Work your way to a position rather than jump to a position: Superior position is always…
August 21, 2023
The internationalization of grappling
The internationalization of grappling: Twenty five years ago grappling was a sport…
April 28, 2023
Getting work done
Getting work done: It’s always great seeing two of my favorite people in Jiu jitsu - the…
November 24, 2022
Well, that’s one way to spend Thanksgiving!!
Well, that’s one way to spend Thanksgiving!! Hope you guys are all having a wonderful day…
March 27, 2021
Starting with a skill set – the example of a Nicky Rod
Starting with a skill set - the example of a Nicky Rod: A situation I often see as a…
March 26, 2021
Victory in Texas!!
Victory in Texas!! The squad had a great night here in Austin tonight with three athletes…
February 21, 2021
Taking yourself to a new level
Taking yourself to a new level - front headlocks and the example of Craig Jones: At any…
Competition,Training: Principles, Development, Mentality,Competition Commentary,Mental Skills & Development
January 9, 2021
Looking back at yourself
Looking back at yourself: As much as I encourage students to focus on their future goals…
Training: Principles, Development, Mentality,Mental Skills & Development
October 4, 2018
Can you learn from a video?
Can you learn from a video? This is a question I am often asked. My answer is an…
September 11, 2018
What do you look for?
What do you look for? As a coach my biggest concern is the quest to get an athletes level…
June 27, 2018
Learning from a distance
Learning from a distance: You guys know I am a firm believer in the possibility of a…
November 8, 2017
Coaches and athletes – The case of Georges St-Pierre
Coaches and athletes - The case of Georges St-Pierre: An interesting part of the story…