Why Every Grappler Should Learn to Teach (Even If You Don’t Coach) | 40 & Fighting Ep. 122

In Episode 122 of 40 & Fighting, we dive into a topic that can completely change your jiu-jitsu journey: learning how to teach. We break down why becoming an instructor — or even just learning how to properly explain technique — can help you break through plateaus, understand positions deeper, and improve faster on the mats. Teaching forces you to see jiu-jitsu differently, and it might be one of the most underrated ways to level up your game. In this episode we discuss: Why grapplers should learn to teach and explain technique How teaching helps you overcome training plateaus ⚠️ Why being great at jiu-jitsu doesn't automatically mean you can teach it Lessons we've learned from studying teaching philosophy influenced by Rorion Gracie and how jiu-jitsu can truly impact someone's life Key elements of effective instruction and communication on the mats John's training leading into next week's tournament and how preparation changes under pressure If you train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, coach classes, help teammates learn, or want to deepen your understanding of technique and leadership, this episode is packed with real-world experience from the mats. Drop a comment: Do you think teaching makes you better at jiu-jitsu — or does it take time away from your own training? Like • Comment • Subscribe Help support the show and grow the 40 & Fighting community. 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