On this episode of The Gi Spot, Rach and Kaz sit down with a true powerhouse in the world of grappling—Romi Titanti, a dual black belt in both Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and a passionate coach who’s reshaping how we support young athletes on and off the mats.

Romi shares her journey from competitor to founder of Grapple Up, an organization dedicated to mentoring kids and teens in the grappling arts through a mix of discipline, empowerment, and emotional intelligence. They talk coaching highs, developmental lows, why youth programs so often miss the mark, and what it really means to raise resilient grapplers in today’s world.

Whether you're a parent, coach, or curious athlete, this episode is a love letter to the next generation—and to the leaders who refuse to leave them behind.

Grapple Up:

https://www.grappleup.com.au/