Fun lives on an ever-evolving spectrum. And the two types of fun you can have sit on opposite ends.

Depending on what you are doing, where you are in life, and what interests you, sometimes you might not even realize you are having fun until after the fact.

That said, there are two distinct types of fun. Type I and Type II Fun.

Starting your journey in Jiu Jitsu can be both exciting and challenging. As a beginner, you're bound to have numerous questions about the sport and how to navigate it effectively. In this brief guide, we'll tackle 15 of the most common questions beginners often ask, providing you with short, but tactical advice to help you on your way.

Imagine you are 7 years old again…

You have no care in the world.

You go to school, play games, run around outside, build forts, and play make-believe.

Regardless of what you are doing, your overarching goal is to have fun.

Whether it be Jiu Jitsu or life, the reason you aren’t successful usually comes down to the excuses you are telling yourself.

Success is simple and usually looks like this equation:

Repetition + Consistency + Intentional Focus / (over) A Long Period of Time

It's the steady, persistent, focused effort, over a long period of time that unlocks the doors to progression both on and off the mats.

My partner and I oftentimes find ourselves dealing with ‘The Sh** Show’.

It always seems to be one thing after another, and sometimes a great number of things all colliding at once.

The stress comes from every angle: family, work, relationships, commitments, communication, timing, sickness, and more..

We call it a ‘Sh** Show’ because it encapsulates

As we travel down the road of life, we often encounter forks in the road. Go left or go right? Easy or difficult? Comfortable or uncomfortable? Convenient or inconvenient? Known or unknown? If we are aimless in our pursuit, we tend to make the easier choice. That said, when we hit a fork in the road, we need to make a choice on which direction to go.

Jiu Jitsu is not just a physical sport; it's a mental and emotional journey that requires respect, camaraderie, and a supportive environment. Your training partners play a crucial role in your growth and development as a Jiu Jitsu practitioner. To maintain a positive and productive atmosphere, here are 12 things you should never say to your Jiu Jitsu partner:

Though I did not learn every technique and technicality about fishing from my dad, those days fishing were more than just bonding moments. They were classrooms of life lessons, many of which I now apply to my Jiu Jitsu practice.

Jiu Jitsu, often described as a chess match on the mats, is a dynamic blend of strategy, skill, and anticipation. It's a delicate dance where opponents engage in a calculated exchange of moves, reactions, and tactics, mirroring the intricate dynamics of a chess game.

Just as a skilled chess player navigates the board, anticipating every move, a Jiu Jitsu athlete interprets and responds in accordance to the reaction and action of their opponent.