Send us a textOn this episode, Dan Covel shares his passion for teaching martial arts and combat sports, emphasizing its importance as a life skill. He and Thomas discuss the community aspect of training, the challenges of overcoming fear and discomfort, and the personal growth that comes from engaging in combat sports.Here is The RŌL Radio with BJJ and Judo black belt, content creator at Digitsu and BJJ Fanatics, and owner and instructor of Dan Covel Jiu-jItsu with locations in New York and New Jersey, Dan Covel.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1500 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radiohttp://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://www.instagram.com/dancoveljiujitsu/https://coveljiujitsu.com/?Episode Highlights:2:20 Can’t Envision Living a Better Life4:02 Martial Arts Is a Life Skill11:47 Fear of Failure18:28 Making Training Part of the Daily Routine21:14 The Competitive Prisim and the Instructor28:56 The Importance of Introspection31:11 Dan’s Martial Arts Journey38:47 You Can’t Fight If You Can’t Grapple46:47 Jiu-Jitsu’s Popularity57:40 There Are Always Wins In Jiu-Jitsu1:00:23 Dan’s Major ConcernSupport the show
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#242 Tanner Hall
Send us a textOn this episode Thomas and his guest discuss the distractions within jiu-jitsu. They discuss the shiny objects that distract us from what’s been proven to work, and the distraction jiu-jitsu provids from everyday life. They discuss the importance of fundamentals. They also discuss the communal aspects of jiu-jitsu, embracing failure and more.Here is The RŌL Radio with BJJ black belt, instructor at Stoutpgh, and creator of The Untappable White Belt, Tanner Hall.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1500 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radiohttp://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://www.instagram.com/tannerhallbjj/?hl=enhttps://www.tannerhallbjj.com/?https://www.instagram.com/stoutpgh/?hl=enhttps://stouttrainpitt.com/Episode Highlights:2:41 Imposter Syndrome7:49 What Should We Focus On17:57 What We Should Be Chasing24:53 Tanner’s Ego Check39:19 Jiu-Jitsu, A Positive Distraction48:10 A Humbling Experience1:01:05 A Second Humbling Experience1:04:28 You Need Failure1:10:04 Tanner’s Black Belt SpeechSupport the show
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#241 Josh Vogel
Send us a textOn this episode Thomas and his guest discuss structure and flexibility. The structure and flexibility needed in teaching, coaching, and training, as well as in the business of jiu-jitsu.Here is The RŌL Radio with co-founder and head instructor of Philadelphia’s The Jiu-Jitsu Company, 3rd degree BJJ black belt, and creator of 90 Day Project Based Jiu-Jitsu, Josh Vogel.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1500 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radiohttp://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://www.jiujitsuphilly.com/josh-vogelhttps://www.instagram.com/joshrvogel/?hl=enhttps://www.jiujitsuphilly.comhttps://www.jiujitsumerch.com/Episode Highlights:2:09 Balaning the Jiu-Jitsu Lifestyle6:29 Short-Term Sacrifice for Long-Term Goals8:50 Individual Learning Styles16:58 Building Bonds Through Similar Cultures23:36 Structure and Flexibility in Training32:04 An Instructors Roles and Responsibility42:24 Josh’s Martial Arts Journey52:25 Self-Defense and Sport59:59 Finding Purpose in Martial Arts1:06:02 The Mat is an Equalizer1:12:39 Should Everyone Do Jiu-JitsuSupport the show
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#240 Matt Arroyo
Send us a textOn this episode Thomas and Matt Arroyo discuss how Matt’s personal growth has affected his transition from fighter to academy owner and instructor, the importance of accepting change, Matt’s time on The Ultimate Fighter, and more.Here is The RŌL Radio with the owner of Gracie Tampa South MMA, former Ultimate Fighter competitor, and UFC fighter, Matt Arroyo.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1500 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radiohttp://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://www.instagram.com/mattarroyomma/https://gracietampasouth.com/https://www.mattarroyo.com/Episode Highlights:2:08 The Morning Routine5:33 Being at Service11:17 Becoming a Father Changed Everything15:40 What Really Makes You Wiser23:54 Pivotal Moments32:25 Early MMA Experiences43:00 The Road to The Ultimate Fighter55:04 Matt’s UFC Experience1:03:49 What’s NextSupport the show
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#239 Rachel Nelson
Send us a textToday, Thomas and Rachel Nelson discuss her move to one of the most competition focused academies in the world, how her stubbornness and goal oriented mindset have helped her overcome obstacles, finding personal meaning in our journeys, and more.Here is The RŌL Radio with a military veteran, Doctor of Philosophy, Atos Hq team member, and First Degree Black Belt, Rachel Nelson.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1500 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radiohttp://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://www.instagram.com/pipoca_bjj_/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/atosjiujitsuhq/?hl=enEpisode Highlights:2:44 Switching to ATOS7:01 Being the Biggest Pain In the Ass12:12 Figuring Out How To Get Better17:04 Rachel’s Martial Arts Journey32:44 Stubbornness and Curiosity42:51 Personal Meaning Within the Journey56:57 The Parallels of Academia and Jiu-Jitsu1:04:38 Accomplishments and New Goals1:10:26 Who Inspires YouSupport the show
The ROL Radio Show features your host BJJ Black Belt Thomas Rozdzynski of ROL Academy and his co-host Gary Pond. Take a listen to the untold stories from the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts as well as a unique take on life itself. The RŌL Radio podcast uniquely shines a spotlight on the untold stories within the world of Jiu-Jitsu. Going beyond techniques and competitions, the show delves into the personal narratives and journeys of individuals deeply entrenched in the martial art. It unveils the human side of Jiu-Jitsu, exploring triumphs, challenges, and the transformative power of the discipline. Through intimate interviews with practitioners across the spectrum, the podcast unveils anecdotes and experiences that often go unnoticed. The RŌL Radio podcast is a captivating narrative journey, offering a richer understanding of the people who make Jiu-Jitsu a profound and impactful part of their lives.
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