More Than Training: Building a BJJ Community Beyond the Gym with Vince Pacleb

Welcome to Episode 24 of RO40 with Vince Pacleb. Vince is a 49-year-old brown belt who’s been in the martial arts world for over 20 years, works in the fitness industry, and runs his own (much more established) BJJ podcast called the Bizjitsu Podcast. We got into:His journey through jiu-jitsu as an adult and what’s kept him training for decadesThe crossover between podcasting, business ownership, and jiu-jitsuWhy he focuses on interviewing not just grapplers, but grapplers who run businessesHis vision of building a real community within BJJ to help people connect, network, and grow outside the gymOne of the coolest parts of the episode was hearing about a major “aha” moment he had as a blue belt that still shapes his game today as a brown belt, especially around patience and control when taking the back which he calls, “Going for a ride.” If you’re into jiu-jitsu, business, or just trying to stay consistent on the mats long-term, there’s a lot in this one. Hope you enjoy!