Preview Mode Links will not work in preview mode

The Chewjitsu Podcast

Apr 22, 2024

Mike Perez is an ATOS Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, high level competitor, and the 2024 ADCC West Coast Trials +99 KG winner.

On this episode, Mike discusses his start in grappling, choosing to train at ATOS Jiu-Jitsu with Andre Galvao, the strategies Mike used against the bigger grappler at the 2024 ADCC West Coast Trials, the...


Apr 15, 2024

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene answer some listener questions.

  1. What is one thing that all great competitors do?
  2. How to deal with a coach who acts like a “needy ex”?
  3. Should you compete in the Adult or Masters division as a 35 year old hobbyist?
  4. What is the proper etiquette for rolling with a...


Apr 8, 2024

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss some key takeaways from the 2024 ADCC West Coast Trials.

We discuss how several former trials losers became trials winners in 2024, how to best prepare for ADCC trials, why there is no “meta,” the importance of sticking to your style and game plan, the main differences...


Apr 1, 2024

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss the idea of why struggling with Jiu-Jitsu early on can be a benefit.

We also discuss why every defect has a positive effect, finding the love for training, why time is your ally in BJJ, when BJJ athletes who were slower starters begin to improve, one of the biggest hinderances...


Mar 25, 2024

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss how to overcome the fear of takedowns in Jiu-Jitsu.

We discuss one of the main things Jiu-Jitsu does wrong when training takedowns, the importance of training takedowns with someone that is similar to your weight to decrease injuries and to improve success, how to build...