Jiu Jitsu Junction Podcast

Andre Hansel

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The Jiu Jitsu Junction podcast features content relating to BJJ and aims to make learning and practicing jiu-jitsu as effective, positive, and rewarding as possible. These podcasts are done with beginner to intermediate jiu-jitsu athletes in mind but can benefit anybody involved in BJJ. The podcast is available with video and is posted on YouTube on this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jjjpodcast

03/11/2024

Self Defense & Jiu Jitsu (What to Focus On)

In this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Junction podcast Andre and Chase discuss self-defense aspects of BJJ, They share stories about personal experiences in regard to people they've known and seen in self-defense situations including how it works for kids and women. They discuss how to approach training and go over complementary focuses that can help you with your self-defense capabilities.

19 min
02/26/2024

9 Pillar of a Competent Jiu Jitsu Martial Artist

In this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Junction podcast Andre and Chase talk about the pillars of what make you a competent BJJ martial artist. They go over physical, mental, and skill development oriented categories to develop to be a well rounded martial artist in jiu jitsu.

26 min
02/07/2024

What Makes BJJ a Great Platform for Self-Development

In this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Junction podcast Andre and Chase break down what makes BJJ such an ideal way to practice self-development. Some of the topics discussed: • Practicing social skills • What makes jiu jitsu hard • Novelty and the difficulty line • The network effect in the BJJ community Sorry for the small buzzing audio sound - will try to fix it in future episodes with our new setup!

20 min
12/04/2023

Maximizing Jiu Jitsu Progress on Minimal Schedule (1-2 Classes a Week)

In this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Junction podcast, Andre and Chase discuss how to get the most out of training only 1-2 sessions per week. It can be challenging to learn on a minimal schedule. Andre and Chase talk about what we can do to make progress if you have trouble making it to enough classes. Discussed in the episode: How to get the most out of each classCross-training at another jiu jitsu schoolHigh value alternative activitiesThe role of BJJ private lessonsHow to do mental repetitionsDeveloping general fitnessUsing grappling dummiesDoing on air movements

29 min
11/20/2023

How to Learn Jiu Jitsu Late Escapes Safely | Ep. 40

In this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Junction podcast, Andre and Chase discuss how to navigate learning late escapes in submission grappling. They talk about: Why late escapes are neglected in BJJ trainingWhich late escapes are safest to start to train firstHow to select the right training partner to learn late escapesHow to train late escapes in a typical jiu jitsu gym environment

17 min
11/13/2023

How to Train Hard in BJJ (And Make Progress Safely)

In this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Junction podcast, Andre and Chase discuss how to approach training hard to maximize your experience on the mats in BJJ. Throughout the discussion they talk about how wrestling handles intensity and what lessons we can carry over and adapt to jiu jitsu. Some topics discussed: The difference between hard drilling and hard rolling in jiu jitsuWhen it's bad to train hardWhen it's good to train hardHow to maximize skill development with hard trainingHow to ask your training partners for the intensity you need

30 min
11/06/2023

10 Signs of a Good Jiu Jitsu School

In this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Junction podcast Andre and Chase discuss several factors that can indicate that a jiu jitsu school is a good one.Some of the topics discussed include: Student success in tournamentsCleanliness of the schoolLive grappling occurring in most/all classesUpper belts being on the matsClass sizesWomen, kids, and teens being on the matsRestrictive contractsAllowing cross-trainingFriendly gym environmentSchool providing service and/or community instead of a "you're lucky to be here" attitude towards students

43 min
10/30/2023

Teaching Jiu Jitsu Effectively & How It Develops Your BJJ

In this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Junction podcast, Andre and Michael talk about teaching jiu jitsu. They talk about how to handle teaching your first classes when you start your journey as an instructor in BJJ. They also discuss how teaching BJJ helps you grow in skill as a jiu-jitsu athlete and how instructing a class builds your character, overall accountability, and life experience.

34 min

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The Jiu Jitsu Junction podcast features content relating to BJJ and aims to make learning and practicing jiu-jitsu as effective, positive, and rewarding as possible. These podcasts are done with beginner to intermediate jiu-jitsu athletes in mind but can benefit anybody involved in BJJ. The podcast is available with video and is posted on YouTube on this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jjjpodcast

Creator

Andre Hansel
Years Active

2023 - 2024
Episodes

44
Rating

Clean
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