JIU JITSU LOU

Welcome to the home of Jiu Jitsu Lou and a growing collection of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu podcasts dedicated to the people, stories and culture behind the sport. This channel brings together conversations from across the grappling world — from elite competitors and black belts to everyday practitioners, coaches, gym owners, parents, first timers and the people quietly changing lives within their communities. These podcasts go far beyond medals and matches. At the heart of every episode is the belief that Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has the power to transform lives through connection, resilience, discipline, belonging and personal growth. Along the way, guests openly discuss the realities of competition, anxiety, confidence, neurodiversity, mental health, motherhood, relationships, burnout, recovery and the challenges of balancing life on and off the mats. You’ll hear honest conversations, humour, insight and stories from across the UK and around the world, alongside coverage of events, grassroots initiatives and the wider evolution of the sport. This channel exists to: - celebrate the positive impact of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - support healthy and inclusive community culture - amplify voices across the grappling world - encourage growth at grassroots and elite levels - and create space for real conversations within combat sports Whether you’re a seasoned black belt, a nervous white belt, a parent with children training, a competitor chasing goals, or someone simply curious about the human side of grappling — there is something here for you. Hosted by Lou Temlett, also known as Jiu Jitsu Lou. Train hard. Stay kind. Keep showing up.