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EPISODE · Feb 6, 2026 · 31 MIN

Ep. 100 - 10 hot button issues for BJJ academies that just keep coming up

from The Business of Jiu Jitsu · host JP Levesque

SummaryIn this special 100th episode of the Business of Jiu Jitsu Podcast, JP Levesque reflects on the lessons learned from building GrowJitsu, coaching hundreds of academy owners, and recording 100 episodes of the show. He shares 10 key insights that every gym owner should hear — whether you're brand new or trying to get to the next level.This episode is both a thank-you and a roadmap, packed with mindset shifts, tactical takeaways, and hard-earned advice from the past few years of growing Jiu Jitsu academies on purpose.Key TopicsThe original goal of the podcast and how it’s evolvedWhy community engagement drives long-term successThe power of systems and SOPs in avoiding burnoutWhat it really takes to create a welcoming, student-first cultureThe myth of “just be a good coach” and what to do insteadWhy embracing business skills doesn’t mean selling outUsing feedback loops to improve both your gym and your leadershipHow to leverage events, camps, and parties for retention and growthThe role of passion and purpose in running a long-term academyWhat’s next for the podcast and future projectsIf you are looking for help to grow your Jiu Jitsu academy head over to www.GrowJitsu.com and book a demo.

SummaryIn this special 100th episode of the Business of Jiu Jitsu Podcast, JP Levesque reflects on the lessons learned from building GrowJitsu, coaching hundreds of academy owners, and recording 100 episodes of the show. He shares 10 key insights that every gym owner should hear — whether you're brand new or trying to get to the next level.This episode is both a thank-you and a roadmap, packed with mindset shifts, tactical takeaways, and hard-earned advice from the past few years of growing Jiu Jitsu academies on purpose.Key TopicsThe original goal of the podcast and how it’s evolvedWhy community engagement drives long-term successThe power of systems and SOPs in avoiding burnoutWhat it really takes to create a welcoming, student-first cultureThe myth of “just be a good coach” and what to do insteadWhy embracing business skills doesn’t mean selling outUsing feedback loops to improve both your gym and your leadershipHow to leverage events, camps, and parties for retention and growthThe role of passion and purpose in running a long-term academyWhat’s next for the podcast and future projectsIf you are looking for help to grow your Jiu Jitsu academy head over to www.GrowJitsu.com and book a demo.

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