Emerald Grappling

In this episode of the Emerald Grappling Podcast, Aaron chats with Timothy Kerins - a BJJ Brown Belt, coach and competitor representing SBG Killarney. Tim shares how he got started in the sport, how his game has evolved, and the challenges of dealing with imposter syndrome after earning a new belt. We dive into the origin of his nickname, "Two Medal Tim," the difficulties of finding matches as a Masters 2 competitor, and the commitment it takes to travel from Kerry to Dublin and beyond for competitions. Tim also discusses his transition to refereeing and how this experience enhances his teaching, the adjustments he’s made to coach after an injury, and strategies for facing younger, heavier opponents. Plus, he offers valuable advice for older individuals considering starting BJJ.Chapters ➡00:00 - 8:39 Intro & Tim's BJJ Origin Story8:40 - 13:15 New Belt Imposture Syndrome13:16 - 15:37 Two Medal Tim Nickname15:38 - 22:23 Getting matches at Masters 2 & Travelling for Competitions22:24 - 30:02 Refereeing & Knowing the Rules30:03 - 33:34 Stepping into a coaching role33:35 -37:02 Dealing with younger heavier students37:03 - 39:05 Advice for students looking to compete39:06 - 44:35 Cross training44:36 - 48:48 Coaching & Helping Students48:49 - 54:50 Advice for older people looking to start BJJ54:51 - 58:26 Jiu Jitsu in the South of Ireland58:27 - 1:02:37 Training at Lakeland & Jiu Jitsu Community in Ireland1:02:38 - 1:06:22 Future of Irish Jiu Jitsu1:06:23 - 1:08:21 Wrapping up the episodeMake sure to follow Tim on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/twomedaltim/Make sure to check out SBG Killarneyhttps://www.instagram.com/sbgkillarney/If you enjoyed this episode of the podcast, remember to leave a 5 Star Review! ⭐

In this episode of the Emerald Grappling Podcast, Aaron chats with Jack Armstrong, a BJJ Brown Belt and active competitor representing SBG Ballina. Jack shares his journey in the sport, from his start in BJJ to competing on renowned shows like Grapple Kings and GrappleFest. We explore the winning culture at SBG Ballina, which has dominated the Galway International Open for 2 consecutive years, and discusses the West of Ireland’s growing influence in grappling. Jack reflects on his experiences competing internationally, including medaling at the Pan Pacific Championships, training with Dan Cherubin, a 4th degree black belt in Australia, and offers insights on balancing his intense BJJ and Hyrox training. He also shares his thoughts on the future of BJJ, upcoming competitions, and how to connect with him. Sponsored by Tatami—use code ARMSTRONG20 at checkout!

Chapters ➡

00:00 - 1:40 Intro & Jack's BJJ Origin Story

1:40 - 6:46 Galway International Open

6:47 - 12:50 Growth of Irish Jiu Jitsu

12:51 - 18:16 Growth of BJJ in the West of Ireland

18:17 - 26:31 Training in Australia and Competing at the IBJJF Pan Pacific

26:32 - 34:21 From coaching to being a student again

34:22 - 38:18 The Evolution of SBG Ballina

38:19 -40:41 Hyrox Training

40:42 - 41:43 Hyrox Training benefits for BJJ

41:44 - 49:44 Balancing Training and Life

49:45 - 55:13 Future of BJJ

55:14 - 59:29 The future of grappling in the West of Ireland59:30 - 1:02:44 What's next for Jack?Make sure to follow Jack on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jack_armstrongsbg/Make sure to check out SBG Ballina and The Gym Ballina if you're in and around the area!https://www.instagram.com/sbg_ballina/http://thegymballina.ieIf you enjoyed this episode of the podcast, please Like, Share and Subscribe!----------------------------------------------------------------------------SPEND LESS, SUPPORT MORE 🫶🏻Want to save money while supporting your favourite BJJ athletes? Use Jack's discount codes to support his BJJ journey!https://eu.tatamifightwear.com Armstrong20 ✅

In this episode of the Emerald Grappling Podcast, Aaron chats with David Zamora, a BJJ purple belt, MMA fighter, and striking coach at Lakeland Jiu Jitsu. David shares his journey from starting BJJ as a hobby to becoming fully immersed in the sport. As an accomplished competitor, holding titles like the Irish National MMA Senior Lightweight Green Division Champion and an ADCC Ireland gold medalist, Davy offers insights into the mindset and training that have shaped his success. He reflects on valuable lessons learned from his first competition, which propelled him toward refining his skills and approach to the sport.

David also dives into his unique training methods, including his dedication to the rowing machine to boost his wrestling explosiveness, with the ambitious goal of breaking the world record. He gives us a behind-the-scenes look at his intense training schedule, preparation for No-Gi Euros, and his thoughts on the future of BJJ. Additionally, David recounts his challenging ADCC Ireland final match against Josh Scully, highlighting how the experience pushed him to become a better competitor.

Chapters ➡00:00 - 7:30 Intro & Davy's Origin Story7:31 - 12:59 Training during lockdown13:00 - 15:50 Skill & Mindset Development15:51 - 19:36 First Competition Reflection19:37 - 25:34 Staying Active & learning from defeat25:35 - 34:52 Weekly Training Schedule34:53 - 40:32 No-Gi Euros Camp & The Rower40:43 - 43:13 Building Endurance & Breath work43:14 - 50:53 Back to the rower50:54 - 52:34 National MMA League & the next step52:35 - 52:49 Back to the rower52:50 - 01:01:02 Approach to Wrestling & Guard Passing Systems01:01:03 - 01:13:17 ADCC Ireland Final vs Josh Scully01:13:18 - 1:24:14 How will BJJ evolve?1:24:15 - 1:27:08 What's next for David Zamora?

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Make sure to keep an eye out for David at upcoming grappling and MMA events, he's one to keep an eye on!

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In this episode, Aaron sits down with Chris Brennan, the entrepreneur behind the popular BJJ and MMA fightwear brand Coffee&Kimuras. A BJJ purple belt, Chris shares his journey into the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and how his passion for the sport led to the creation of Coffee&Kimuras. He delves into the origins of the brand, the inspiration behind its unique name, and the process of bringing his vision to life with standout collections like the Instant Gi and Americano ranges. Chris also reflects on the biggest lessons he's learned as a business owner in the combat sports industry.We also explore the excitement of seeing Coffee&Kimuras showcased at competitions and what it means for Chris to see athletes representing his brand. He discusses memorable moments and offers valuable advice for athletes looking to market themselves and secure sponsorship deals. Additionally, Chris talks about his recent Sub Vault concept at Virtus MMA, sharing insights into how the idea came to fruition, the success of the matches, and future plans for the event. Finally, Chris shares his thoughts on the future of BJJ, discussing the evolving landscape of Gi vs. No-Gi competition.Chapters:00.00 - 1.25 Introduction1.26 - 7.10 How Chris got into BJJ & Origins of C&K7.11 - 11.09 Training & Recovery11.10 - 15.01 Coffee&Kimuras Training Gear15.02 - 18.05 Biggest Lesson from starting a fight wear brand18.06 - 19.00 C&K in 5 Years Time19.01 - 22.32 SubVault22.33 - 24.14 Aaron's SubVault Tournament Idea24.15 - 29.53 CJI29.54 - 36.06 Seeing the C&K brand at competitions36.07 - 42.13 Advice for getting a sponsorship deal42.14 - 45.49 Future of BJJ45.50 - 49.19 Exciting Gi Matches & Tainan Dalpra 49.20 - 50.36 Competing at Masters50.37 - 52.09 What's next for Chris & Coffee&Kimuras?Looking for some quality training gear with a coffee inspired twist? Check out Coffee&Kimuras!https://coffeekimuras.comhttps://www.instagram.com/coffeekimuras Make sure to follow Chris on the following:https://www.youtube.com/@chrisbrennan13 https://www.chrisbrennan.iehttps://www.instagram.com/ChrisBrennan13If you enjoyed this episode of the podcast, please Like, Share and Subscribe!

In this episode, Aaron sits down with Patrick Sheridan, a BJJ black belt and co-owner of Satori – Academy of Excellence, which he runs with his brother John. Patrick shares his journey into BJJ, detailing how he and John started Satori and built it into a thriving academy. He recounts the incredible experience of bringing a team of young competitors to the UK to compete at the elite junior world championships this year, highlighting the dedication and excitement that marked the event.Patrick also explores the inspiration behind the SubOnly brand and events, reflecting on its decade-long journey and over 100 successful events that have made a significant impact on the Irish BJJ community. He discusses the unique benefits of having a brother who shares his passion for BJJ, sharing humorous and memorable stories from their training and competition days in the US. Finally, Patrick offers his insights on the future of BJJ, discussing where the sport is headed and the exciting developments practitioners and fans can anticipate. Chapters:0:00 - 10:18 Intro and how Pat got into BJJ10:19 - 16:14 Competitions after Covid16:15 - 23:29 Junior World Championships 202423:30 - 41:39 Origins of SubOnly Brand & Events41:40 - 46:11 Banning Heel Hooks in Competition46:12 - 47:26 CJI & Breaking Knees47:27 - 58:29 Having a brother to train with58:30 - 1:04:27 Future of BJJ? 1:04:28 - 1:10:21 ClosingMake sure to follow Pat and his gym Satori on the following:https://www.instagram.com/satoripat/ https://www.instagram.com/satoribjj/ https://www.instagram.com/subonlyevents/https://www.facebook.com/Satori.BJJ.DublinMake sure to check out some of the upcoming SubOnly events on Smoothcomp! https://subonly.smoothcomp.com/en/federation/5/events/upcomingIf you enjoyed this episode of the podcast, please Like, Share and Subscribe!

On this episode of the podcast, I spoke with Rosa Walsh, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and a IBJJF No-Gi European Champion. Rosa has competed on shows such as GrappleFest, Grapple Kings, and Who's Number One.

In this episode, we delve into:

- Rosa's journey into BJJ and her brief MMA career

- Evolution of the Irish BJJ scene- Importance of a supportive gym culture

- Balancing personal growth and enjoyment in BJJ

- Teaching seminars and catering to different learning styles

- Training in Gi vs. No-Gi and starting Judo

- Future of BJJ

Make sure to follow Rosa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosa_bjj/

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Welcome to the very first episode of The Emerald Grappling Podcast featuring Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt Tyrone Quinn, head coach of Lakeland Jiu Jitsu. Tyrone shares his BJJ journey, insights on competition rulesets, and opinions on self-defense martial arts for street fights. Learn Tyrone's tips on technique learning and implementation in this insightful episode.Chapters ➡0:00 - 5:30 Intro and how Tyrone started BJJ5:31 - 7:33 How Aaron started BJJ7:34 - 8:43 Why was the podcast started?8:44 - 16:11 Self Defence in BJJ16:12 - 19:32 Sports BJJ19:33 - 31:36: Rulesets and RefereesFollow Lakeland Jiu Jitsu:https://www.facebook.com/LakelandJiuJitsuhttps://www.instagram.com/lakelandjiujitsu/https://lakelandjiujitsu.euFollow Emerald Grappling on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emeraldgrappling/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emeraldgrapplingRemember to subscribe and follow the podcast to avoid missing any episodes! ✅