Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Chris Mierzwiak, Partnership Manager at Wodify

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org In Episode 191 of the @JiuJitsuDummies podcast, we sit down with Black Belt Chris Mierzwiak from @MeruBJJ and @WODIFY to dive deep into the business and lifestyle of Jiu-Jitsu.  From the journey of starting an academy to building a sustainable and thriving student base, this episode is packed with real-world insight for academy owners and instructors alike. We also explore how tools like @WODIFY can be leveraged as a powerful CRM to streamline operations, improve student retention, and ultimately help grow your academy. Chris shares practical strategies, lessons learned, and actionable advice for anyone looking to take their Jiu-Jitsu business to the next level. Whether you’re already running an academy or thinking about opening one, this conversation covers what it really takes to succeed, on and off the mats. Plus, we mix in plenty of Jiu-Jitsu talk, mindset, and community perspectives that make this art so powerful.   Instagram handles: @merubjj @wodify   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Wodify - $100 off per month, for life! Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.