Roll Models Wanted: Gripping Conversations about Jiu-Jitsu and Life

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Roll Models Wanted: Gripping Conversations about Jiu-Jitsu and Life episodes

April 18, 2019 5: Women's Only Camp and Classes
Episode Summary

There are differing opinions in the community on “Women’s Only” classes. AJ shares her thoughts on why offering women’s classes is important.

We also get a preview of what to expect at the upcoming women’s grappling camp.

Links and Resources

Beauty and the Gi Spotify Playlist

defensesoap.com

Women’s Grappling Camp

Register for the EGO

Jen’s Awkward Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Journal

The Fight Hub

Connect with Jen and AJ

Jen on Instagram @brassybroadjen

AJ on Instagram @ajclingerman
17 min
April 17, 2019 4: Why Compete in a BJJ Tournament and What to Expect
Episode Summary

This episode is all about tournaments:

Why should you compete in a tournament?

What should you expect at a tournament?

How do you prepare?

What is your gameplan?

How do you handle nerves?

Did you know that the EGO tournament pays equal prize money for men and women?

Links and Resources

Women’s Grappling Camp

Register for the EGO

Jen’s Awkward Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Journal

The Fight Hub

Connect with Jen and AJ

Jen on Instagram @brassybroadjen

AJ on Instagram @ajclingerman
20 min
April 10, 2019 3: The Self Defense Aspect of BJJ
We are talking about the self-defense aspects of Brazilian jiu-jitsu in this episode.

Links and Resources

AJ’s Standing with Base video

Dare to be Fearless: The Everyday Woman's Guide to Self-Defense Vol. 1

Women’s Grappling Camp

Register for the EGO

Jen’s Awkward Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Journal

The Fight Hub

Connect with Jen and AJ

Jen on Instagram @brassybroadjen

AJ on Instagram @ajclingerman
16 min
April 02, 20192: Getting Started is the Hardest Part
Summary:

We are sharing what got us on the mat and why we keep coming back.

But wait, there's more....

The power of our community

Red flags and what to look for in a school

Why you should try singing on the mat (seriously, it works)

Links and Resources

Women’s Grappling Camp

Register for the EGO

Jen’s Awkward Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Journal

The Fight Hub

Connect with Jen and AJ

Jen on Instagram @brassybroadjen

AJ on Instagram @ajclingerman
16 min
April 01, 2019 1: Welcome to Beauty and the Gi
Episode Summary

Welcome to Beauty and the Gi. Meet your hosts Jen Edds and AJ Clingerman.

In this episode, we talk about why we started a podcast about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and what you can expect in future episodes.

Links and Resources

Register for the EGO

Women’s Grappling Camp

Jen’s Awkward Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Journal

The Fight Hub

Connect with Jen and AJ

Jen on Instagram @brassybroadjen

AJ on Instagram @ajclingerman
10 min

About Roll Models Wanted: Gripping Conversations about Jiu-Jitsu and Life

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Roll Models Wanted is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu podcast that explores the transformative power of Jiu-Jitsu and uncovers the connections between Jiu-Jitsu and life beyond the mat. Whether you are a new…