The traditional class structure of doing a warmup, learning a couple of new techniques, and followed by sparring is NOT an efficient way to learn jiu-jitsu. We can do much better if we use insights from research on coaching and learning.
Today’s guest is Cal MacDonald, a BJJ black belt and competitor who has dedicated himself to developing his teaching and coaching skills to the highest possible level.
And in today’s episode, we see how to apply the latest developments in coaching and learning science to your jiu-jitsu…
Training to Get Maximum Results in Minimum Time – Audio Only
This conversation was also published as episode 397 of The Strenuous Life Podcast. You can also listen to the audio-only format of the episode on your podcast player.
It’s on all major podcast platforms, but here are some of the links to get you started…
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About Cal MacDonald
Cal is a longtime blackbelt under Rob Biernacki at Island Top Team. Rob and his team are at the cutting edge of teaching and training methodologies that make people amazingly good incredibly fast. Cal coached full time at Island Top Team for five years and is also a fierce competitor, having won Gold at NAGA, Pacific Northwest Open, and many other tournaments.
He has travelled to top academies for Worlds and ADCC camps, training with top athletes like Yuri Simões, Mason Fowler, and Caio Terra, so he knows what works at the highest levels.
His proudest accomplishments are the successes of his students, and he has spent thousands of hours coaching and cornering competitors as they fight their way to the podium.
About the BJJ Foundations 8 Volume Instructional
BJJ Foundations is an eight volume instructional, available either as a 5 DVD set or in instant-access online streaming format.
In this instructional you’ll learn the key techniques and transitions for all the major positions of BJJ.
This systematic program is carefully designed to accelerate your learning of the art. These are the basics that lead to world championships, taught in a system that brings you concrete results in record time…
Cal stays abreast of advances in sports science and cognitive science, and blended that with experience and experimentation to create the BJJ Foundations program.
Click here for more information about BJJ Foundations.