Season 3 of The Grappling Monthly Podcast is all about diving deep into the jiu jitsu scene in the San Fernando Valley. In this episode, I sit with Professor Gabriel Goulart in their beautiful new facility in Arleta: Alliance San Fernando Valley. Born in the city of Uberlandia in Brazil, Professor Gabriel is an accomplished competitor in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu having won numerous IBJJF titles. He has travelled and competed around the world and has settled in Arleta, CA to teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in one of Alliance Jiu Jitsu's newest facilities: Alliance San Fernando Valley. 

In this episode we discuss: 

- What it takes to succeed in jiu jitsu competition

- The experience gained by hosting foreigners who wanted to train and compete in Brazil

- Friendships, mentorships, and their impact throughout the journey

- Training with hobbyists and competitors alike

Thank you to Professor Gabriel Goulart and the Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Fernando Valley team for welcoming me into their academy and sharing their passion for jiu jitsu with me!

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