Alex D’Hue is a Jiu Jitsu Blackbelt, a former US Marine, the Head Coach & Owner of Gracie Barra Garden Grove, and one of the founding partners of Raised By Lions Coffee and RBL Roasters.
In this episode, we discuss Alex's journey from a white belt to a black belt, his military background, his transition into coaching, and eventually his ownership of a Gracie Barra Garden Grove. The conversation highlights the importance of community, personal growth, and the impact of martial arts on individuals and families, and the ongoing debate between Gi and No-Gi training.
He discusses his journey from martial arts to the coffee business, emphasizing the significance of structure and personal growth in both fields. Alex shares the backstory behind his coffee shop, Raise by Lions, highlighting the blend of passion and entrepreneurship, the importance of community, the evolution of competition, and the inspiring journey of young practitioners.
Alex reflects on the role of faith in guiding his decisions and emphasizes the significance of taking action and pursuing your passion.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to The BizJitsu Podcast
09:48 Transitioning to Gracie Barra and Teaching
20:10 Becoming the owner of Gracie Barra Garden Grove
28:00 Current State of the Academy and Community Impact
33:24 The Treehouse of Community
42:08 The Importance of Structure in Jiu-Jitsu
51:36 From Coffee Shop to Roasting Business
56:58 Creating a Unique Coffee Experience
01:06:28 Building Community Through Jiu-Jitsu
01:11:48 The Evolution of Jiu-Jitsu Competitions
01:20:56 Future Aspirations and Growth in Jiu-Jitsu
01:30:21 Advice for Pursuing Your Passion
Keywords
Jiu-Jitsu, Gracie Baja, business, community, martial arts, podcast, entrepreneurship, training, military, personal growth, Jiu-Jitsu, community, life skills, Gi, No-Gi, coffee culture, entrepreneurship, martial arts, personal growth, business, Jiu-Jitsu, community, competition, development, faith, coaching, training, events, youth, business
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