E30 | The Three Guards I Love To Play
In this short-form episode of Tapped In, I discuss the three guards that I love the play. Half Guard, Butterfly Guard, and Reverse De La Riva Guard. I review why I play these guards over others and why I think they are great guards to play if you’re a new student.
What You’ll Learn:
My Guards of Choice
Why I Play Them
How They Translate In Gi and NoGi
E29 | Loyalty Without Manipulation
In this episode we discuss loyalty, how it plays out, and is often used within Jiu-Jitsu. I cover my own experiences as someone who’s been training for over 14 years at multiple gyms.
E27 | Audio Companion: The New White Belt
I discuss how important new White Belts are and what we can do to get the best out of them.
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