The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast

We discuss the allegations toward Andre Galvao, the Atos aftermath, the plague of sexual misconduct in our sport, God complex, and the power hierarchy in BJJ. I also give some potential solutions to prevent this kind of misconduct. Then we cleanse the palate with some funny stuff that happened at Grappling Industries Vancouver this past weekend. Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and c...

Nathan Orchard is a 3rd-degree black belt under the legendary Eddie Bravo. One of the OG’s of the 10th Planet system and the Pacific Northwest, Nathan has competed against a who’s who list of BJJ legends. He also has an MMA background and is a true student of the martial arts, studying everything from Judo to weapons training. We discuss learning new moves, running a school, Judo for kids, competi...

It’s been a long time, but we are back! I haven’t put up an episode since July, and there is so much to catch up on. Aside from shaking off the rust, I talk about my last couple of competitions for 2025, my current injury, BJJ drama, current events, and what is next for the podcast.   Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and comment if you can. It really helps to grow the show! Check the...

As we all know, the sport of BJJ is always changing and evolving. Every competition is another opportunity to unleash a new move or attack, and the natural response that follows is, "How do we learn said attack and develop a solution for it?" I talk about trends in the sport, both old and new, kids’ BJJ, and staying ahead of the curve. I also discuss my most recent competition (Grappling...

Tex Johnson is a multiple-time IBJJF No Gi Pan Champ, ADCC Trials winner, an ADCC World Championship veteran, and a former professional MMA fighter. He has competed against an impressive list of BJJ legends with and without the gi. We discuss a wide variety of topics, including his start in martial arts, his career-ending injury vs. Orlando Sanchez, health insurance and health care in Canada and t...

The coyote half guard is one of the best half guard systems in the sport. It’s is a big part of my game, and I believe every grappler should learn it. I discuss the most important details of the system, half guard fundamentals, how to win the whizzer vs. under hook battle, the dogbar, and shutting down the coyote half guard. The choice is between a sweep or your knee… what would you choose?   Plea...

Liam Crelinsten is a BJJ competitor representing Tristar Montreal and B-Team, and is the younger brother of Ethan Crelinsten. We discuss his early days training in the blue basement at Renzo’s, growing up with Ethan, PEDS, and getting his leg broken by Nora Schultz. Look out for Liam when he competes at the ADCC East Coast Trials later this year (I’ll be in the same division).   Please leave a rev...

Being a competitor in Jiu Jitsu comes with highs and lows, but it is important to know what you are getting into. In this episode, I discuss the biggest myths you will hear surrounding BJJ competitors, plus I talk about my recent visit to a hand physiotherapist (it didn’t go well), and I briefly go over WNO results from last weekend.   Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and comment if...

Lance Gibson is a retired mixed martial arts competitor, UFC and ADCC veteran, Actor, and MMA gym owner. He is widely regarded as a Canadian MMA pioneer. He has worked with notable celebrities such as Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Jessica Alba, Jackie Chan, Jet Li, and Quinton “Rampage” Jackson. We discuss street fight stories, the early days of training and competing in MMA, competing in the first e...

Owning and operating a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school is both a labour of love and a huge responsibility. Speaking from 10 years of experience running my own academy, I talk about the biggest myths that I heard surrounding gym ownership. Some topics of discussion are kids programs, building customer loyalty (the right way), ordering gear overseas, building profit, and big name affiliations. Maybe this...

Do you even kip, bro? If you don't know the kipping escape, or if you have given up on learning this move, then this is the episode for you! I discuss the mechanics of the kipping escape, when to use (and when not to use) the kip, common mistakes, and how to shut down and counter the kipping escape. Simply put, if you want to thrive in the modern BJJ landscape, you absolutely must understand...

Kyle Boehm is a 10th Planet Black Belt, a world-class competitor, an ADCC, EBI, and CJI veteran, and the winner of the BJJ Fanatics Grand Prix and the King Of The Mats Invitational. We discuss training with Rob Biernacki, being a better competitor, surfing, and several controversial conspiracies. This one is a banger. Enjoy!   Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and comment if you can....

Are you a Gi grappler looking to get better control of those slippery No Gi guys? This is the episode for you! I share my 11 tips to optimize your No Gi game. I also touch on my recent stem cell treatment in Spokane, Washington. Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and comment if you can. It really helps to grow the show!   Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: https://...

Jon Calestine is a BJJ competitor, coach, and black belt under Daisuke Yamaji. Known for his vicious leg attacks and winning championships at the Eddie Bravo and Sapateiro Invitationals, Jon Calestine cut his chops in the blue basement with the Danaher Death Squad at Renzo Gracie New York. We discuss his beginnings in BJJ, his extensive time training with the godfather of modern leg locks, Eddie C...

The long step pass is one of the best guard passes in all of Jiu Jitsu, and is one of the premier guard passes used by the AOJ team. After studying Tainan Dalpra's masterclass on the long step pass, I share my thoughts and takeaways from the instructional. I talk about grips, mechanics, drilling methods, common problems, and blending the long step pass with other guard passes. I also discuss...

The Anaconda is easily one of the most effective front headlock submissions one can learn. This attack is a very high percentage and works well with the other premier front headlock submissions. I talk about entries, finishing mechanics, common problems and solutions, and blending the Anaconda with other headlocks. Nobody’s front headlock game is complete without the Anaconda, so get practicing! I...

Max Hanson is a Canadian BJJ Black Belt under Dante Leon. Representing Pedigo Submission Fighting and Team ADAMAS, Max is currently one of the top 170 lbs. grapplers in the world. He has won some big tournaments such as IBJJF No Gi Pans, No Gi American Nationals, The Enigma Invitational (multiple times), The Sapateiro Invitational (multiple times), and Midwest Finishers (multiple times). We discus...

Years ago, leg locks were considered taboo in the sport of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. While they are widely accepted as effective and fair today, they still remain taboo for children. So naturally, I felt it my duty to think outside the box and begin teaching my kids competition team leg attacks! I discuss why leg locks are important for kids, training safely in the practice room, important tips and con...

I talk about my Mexican vacation and my last super fight vs. Charlie Gilpin. My foot hurts. I’ll be fine, though. Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and comment if you can. It really helps to grow the show!   Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeverydayjiujitsupodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com   On G...

Diana Wang is a BJJ practitioner, certified athletic trainer, and a doctor of physical therapy. She is also the owner of Open Mat Physio, a physiotherapy practice based out of Los Angeles that exclusively focusses on educating and rehabilitating Jiu Jitsu athletes. We talk about being a medic at BJJ tournaments, submissions for kids, the most common injuries for grapplers, physiotherapy for grappl...

Episode 100 is here! What a journey it has been with you guys! I discuss my previous performance at ADCC Portland, stories and takeaways from the event, my thoughts on starting a podcast after 100 episodes, and the value of forcing discomfort in the training room. Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and comment if you can. It really helps to grow the show! Contact/Support The Show: Webs...

Kevin Lucas is a BJJ practitioner and the Co-Founder of New Hope Regeneration, a company that helps people heal with stem cell therapy. Recently, New Hope Regeneration has partnered with PGF, Subversiv BJJ, and BJJ legends like Caio Terra and Bruno Bastos to name a few. We discuss how stem cells work, the ethics of stem cells, what New Hope Regeneration protocol and recovery looks like, and succes...

Alfie Penney is a BJJ brown belt, coach, and competitor out of Partizan Grappling Academy. He is also a strength and conditioning coach and entrepreneur. His company “Sourced.” offers resources on strength & conditioning, nutrition, and recovery to athletes who are looking to improve their performance, and is also a supplement provider. Topics of discussion are incorporating and balancing stre...

Which moves are awesome and which moves are taboo in Jiu Jitsu? Unfortunately, especially in the context of competition, the lines between the two get blurred sometimes. In this episode, I discuss the do’s and don’ts of BJJ techniques in competition and in the practice room. I also talk about what you can expect within your first two years of Jiu-Jitsu training. Please leave a review, subscribe, l...

What is the difference between good and GREAT competitors? Is it physical attributes, skill discrepancies, or just divine intervention? Sometimes, a major factor that can put a competitor in the winner’s circle is having supreme confidence and a belief that they cannot possibly lose. I discuss my last 2 competitions in Washington and Oregon, and contrast my game day experiences and rituals. I also...