Teaching White Belts, Coaching Kids & Competing in Jiu Ji...

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In Episode 123 of 40 & Fighting, we break down the real responsibilities of teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — from coaching brand new white belts to leading kids classes — and how those lessons translate directly into competition performance. We dive deep into: How to properly teach new white belts in BJJ The challenges of teaching kids jiu jitsu (and why it makes you better) Why great competitors aren't always great instructors The mindset shift required when stepping into a coaching role Lessons learned from competition and how to improve faster How training partners and gym culture impact growth Turning competition into a learning experience Whether you're a competitor, a coach, a parent with kids in jiu jitsu, or a white belt just starting out — this episode will challenge how you think about teaching, learning, and improving on the mats. If you train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and want to get better faster, this conversation is for you. If you're over 35 and still training hard, welcome home. Subscribe to 40 & Fighting for weekly conversations about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, competing, mindset, and life on and off the mats. Join the Discord and be part of the team https://discord.gg/MUgrpSc2nt Save your feet mat burn: https://amzn.to/3uLkJjh Blath Path Gear: https://theblkpath.com/ IG: John: https://www.instagram.com/ghostninjasd Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/beardrolls 40ANDFIGHITNG: https://www.instagram.com/40andfighting_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@40andfighting Topics Covered: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training Teaching white belts BJJ How to coach kids jiu jitsu BJJ competition mindset Learning from competition losses Gym culture and training partners How teaching improves your jiu jitsu #BrazilianJiuJitsu #BJJ #JiuJitsuLife #BJJCompetition #BJJCoach #WhiteBelt #KidsJiuJitsu #JiuJitsuPodcast #MastersBJJ #40AndFighting

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This episode was published on March 2, 2026.

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In Episode 123 of 40 & Fighting, we break down the real responsibilities of teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — from coaching brand new white belts to leading kids classes — and how those lessons translate directly into competition performance. We dive...

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