Ian is a 3rd Degree Black Belt and has been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since 1999, and has been trained in traditional Japanese Jiu Jitsu, including weaponry, from back in 1987. We talk about Ian's journey, and setting up a Jiu Jitsu School as a Blue Belt in BJJ.   This is a great episode of the mindful learning journey of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, where skill and ability comes from dedication to the sport. There are many hidden gems in this episode so it really is worth only tapping out at the very end!   Topics: Traditional Jiu JitsuGroundworkWeaponry Lifelong hobbyLearning to defend yourselfSeminarsThe Fighter's NotebookStarting your own Jiu Jitsu SchoolCollar ChokesRising Tide Brazilian Jiu JitsuEncouraging more women to start trainingKosen JudoUnderstanding othersHidden Jiu Jitsu  Kosen Judo: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kosen_judo     Ian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian_rossiter_/ Rising Tide Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: http://www.bjjsomerset.co.uk/index.php/instructors   Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou   Come and be a part of the show: https://jiujitsulou.com/be-a-podcast-guest/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.lou Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcast JIU JITSU LOU Merchandise AVAILABLE NOW : https://jiujitsulou.com/shop   PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio Outsource MUSIC CREDIT: ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy   This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.