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1. How did you get started in Jiu-Jitsu? Tell us a little about your background and what initially drew you in.

2. What advice would you give your younger self starting Jiu-Jitsu? What guidance should they follow — and what advice should they ignore?

3. In your experience, what training intensity is best for learning? How do you structure the balance between drilling, light sparring, and hard rounds within a session or week?

4. How often do you experiment with new techniques versus refining your core game? Share how you think about innovation vs. mastery.

5. Do you have any recovery or longevity practices you recommend? Anything you wish you implemented earlier?

6. Do you use strategies or game plans for competitions? If so, can you share an example of how you prepare or structure a match plan?

7. What advice do you have for managing pre-competition nerves? Anything you personally use or teach your students?

8. Do you incorporate strength & conditioning into your routine? If yes, what does your S&C training typically look like?

9. How do you prepare for a competition training-wise? For example: 8-week plans, two-a-days, specific focus periods, etc.

10. What’s something you know now that you wish you knew earlier in your Jiu-Jitsu journey? This can be technical, strategic, mindset-related, or even business advice.

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Contribute your perspective as a BJJ Black Belt. Submit below to be featured on our blog

Contribute your perspective as a BJJ Black Belt.
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