240: Building Battles Jiu Jitsu: How the First 6 Months is Going

In this episode, Jared and I pull back the curtain on what it's really been like to build Battles Jiu Jitsu from the ground up.   We reflect on the first several months of opening our gym, the challenges we've navigated, and the values that have shaped every decision we've made along the way. More than building a successful business, our goal has always been to create a place where people of all ages feel welcome, supported, and excited to learn.   We talk about why community matters more than numbers, how culture influences everything from member retention to personal growth, and why we believe jiu jitsu offers so much more than physical training. It's a place to build confidence, resilience, humility, and meaningful relationships that extend far beyond the mats.   Whether you're a parent, coach, athlete, or someone considering stepping into a martial arts gym for the first time, I hope this conversation gives you a glimpse into what we're building and why we believe jiu jitsu can be a lifelong gift for individuals and families alike.   Connect with Battles Jiu Jitsu 🌐 Website: https://www.battlesjiujitsu.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battlesjiujitsu/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567969730663   Ready to start your Jiu Jitsu journey? If you're pregnant, postpartum, or simply wondering how to navigate Jiu Jitsu through these seasons, download my FREE BJJ Pregnancy & Postpartum Guide. You'll learn how to approach training with confidence, make smart modifications, and continue enjoying the sport you love.   👉 Download your free guide: https://go.briannabattles.com/bjj-freeguide   MORE ABOUT THE SHOW: The Practice Brave podcast brings you the relatable, trustworthy and transparent health & fitness information you're looking for when it comes to coaching, being coached and transitioning through the variables of motherhood and womanhood. You will learn from athletes and experts in the women's health and coaching/performance realm as they share their knowledge and experience on all things Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism. Whether you're a newly pregnant athlete or postpartum athlete, knowing how to adjust your workouts, mental approach and coaching can be confusing. Each week we'll be tackling questions around adjusting your workouts and mindset, diastasis recti, pelvic health, mental health, identity, and beyond. Through compelling interviews and solo shows, Brianna speaks directly to where you're at because she's been there too! Tune in every other week and share the show with your athlete friends!