Partizan Grappling Podcast

Partizan Podcast Episode #22 In this episode, we cover how to prepare for your first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition, including stories from our own experiences and mistakes.If you've competed before, what advice would you give to somebody who's about to compete for the first time?This episode is brought to you by SubMeta, the premier online platform for learning BJJ in a structured way.Use the codeword "PARTIZAN"...

Partizan Podcast #21 — Derek Rielly.

In this episode, we sit down with Derek — best-selling author, co-founder of Stab Magazine, and the man behind Bob Hawke’s biography. Derek shares wild stories from his days as a surf journalist, what it was like profiling an Aussie Prime Minister, and how he found himself on the mats as a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. We explore the overlap between surfing and fighting, the decline of surf c...

In this episode or the Partizan Grappling Podcast, we sit down with Briana Bowley, a Nervous System & Performance Coach who works with combat sports athletes to overcome anxiety, competition nerves, and performance blocks.

We break down the science behind staying calm under pressure, why some athletes freeze, and how to retrain your nervous system so you can compete at your best, along with actionable advice for coaches in the c...

In this episode of the Partizan Grappling Podcast, Lachlan Giles shares insights from the Australia/Asia CJI Trials, building a world-class team including Fabricio Andrey, and what it really takes to succeed as a BJJ athlete long-term. We dive into coaching philosophy, how to train smarter (not just harder), and what Lachlan has learned throughout his long and successful BJJ career.

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Ivica Pavlinic (aka Judo2U) joins the Partizan Podcast to talk about his journey through Judo — from starting out, to coaching young athletes, and even working as a bouncer. We cover practical coaching advice, how to build good training environments, the difference between hobbyists and competitors, and whether Judo still works for self-defense today. Ivica also shares his take on dynamic balance, the belt system, and what separate...

Partizan Grappling Podcast #17

In this episode, Kit Dale shares his unfiltered thoughts on why most BJJ training is flawed, the origins of his ecological training, and how he got his black belt in just four years. We also dive into his coaching philosophy, the problem with the standard way of training/coaching and his journey into acting and filmmaking.

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🎙 Partizan Podcast #15 — Adele Fornarino: #1 Female Grappler in the World. In this episode, we sit down with ADCC World Champion Adele Fornarino — Flo Grappling's P4P best female grappler on the planet, and her coach Jake O'Driscoll.

She opens up about her journey from a young blue belt in Australia to dominating the international scene, training at ATOS, and preparing for her highly anticipated match against Ffion Davies.

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Do you suck at jiu-jitsu and would like to suck a bit less?

This episode is for you.

We deconstruct some of the lessons we've learned over the years, including how some of the best in the world train, so you can get better, quicker, at the sport that we all love.

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Partizan Podcast Episode #15

00:00 Reduce unforced errors

04:00 Emulate a pro with your bo...

In this episode of the Partizan Podcast, I'm joined with Chris "Bones" Burns to chat with the legendary Chris Haueter, one of the "Dirty Dozen" aka first 12 American BJJ Black Belts.

We dive into the early days of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the infamous Gracie Challenges, training with Rickson, and the mindset you need to succeed on (and off) the mats. Plus, hear stories about the origins of BJJ in America, cross-training in the early UFC...

We’re diving into the most controversial opinions in BJJ — no filters, no holding back.Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Agree, disagree, or somewhere in between — we want to hear it.

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1. Leg locks should be taught to beginners. 00:00

2. If you can't wrestle you can't fight 6:50.

3. Royce Gracie was the first BJJ Influencer. 10:20

4. Drilling is dead. 13:45

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Partizan Podcast Episode #9 – Sirena Allen-De Guzman

In this episode, Sirena Allen-De Guzman shares her incredible journey—from growing up on a sailboat to discovering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. She opens up about the challenges she faced, including being groomed by her coach, stepping away from the sport, and the difficulties of returning.

Sirena also discusses her bold career shift, leaving the corporate world to become a full-time firef...

Meet Dave Krstic. He started off as traditional as it comes, even being awarded a 4th degree Black Belt by Pedro Sauer and the Gracie University Affiliation.

Now, Dave has left the affiliation and runs his practice purely through using the Constraints Based Approach, also known as the use of Ecological Dynamics, with absolutely no drilling whatsoever.

What has Dave learned about being a coach in his nearly 30 years of grappling train...