Emerald Grappling – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this episode of the Emerald Grappling Podcast, Aaron is joined by Killian Lawlor, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt and the head coach of Barrog Jiu Jitsu. Fresh off his gold medal victory at the 2024 IBJJF NoGi European Championships and a recent bronze at the IBJJF Masters Europeans in the Gi, Killian offers an in-depth look into his preparation for these high-stakes competitions, breaking down his training strategies and the specific techniques that led to his success.Killian shares his personal journey into BJJ, detailing how his approach to training has evolved from a white belt to brown belt, highlighting key differences in his methodology over the years. He provides a unique perspective on the rising tide of Irish Jiu-Jitsu, reflecting on the significant achievement of having three Irish athletes share the podium at the IBJJF Masters Europeans.As both a competitor and a dedicated coach, Killian discusses the delicate balance of managing his own training schedule with the responsibilities of running Barrog Jiu Jitsu and teaching his students. He delves into how his competitive experiences directly shape his coaching philosophy, offering valuable insights for both practitioners and aspiring coaches.Looking ahead, Killian shares his future aspirations for himself as a competitor and his vision for Barrog Jiu Jitsu. He also provides his perspective on the future direction of jiu-jitsu as a whole. Finally, Killian offers essential advice for aspiring practitioners and competitors and lets listeners know the best ways to connect with him and Barrog Jiu Jitsu online.Just a heads up for viewers & listeners: this episode contains a significant amount of strong language and cursing. Viewer discretion is advised.

Chapters ➡ 00:00 - 2:00 Intro & Killian's BJJ Origin Story

2:01 - 6:20 Evolution Through the Belts

6:21 - 8:35 Building Mat Experience

8:36 - 13:05 IBJJF NoGi Euros 2024 Recap

13:06 - 15:10 Chasing the Best to Improve

15:11 - 16:56 IBJJF Master Europeans 2025

16:57 - 21:32 Skill Difference between Belts

21:33 - 29:06 Irish Jiu Jitsu Success

29:07 - 32:22 Learning from the Top Athletes/Events

32:23 - 37:02 Balancing Training while running a Gym

37:03 - 44:37 Cross Training

44:38 - 49:25 Game Planning for Gi & NoGi

49:26 - 55:13 Future Plans for Barrog & Killian

55:14 - 1:01:07 Future of Jiu Jitsu

1:01:08 - 1:01:30 Connect with Killian

1:01:31 - 1:03:14 Advice for all Competitors

1:03:15 - 1:03:38 Outro

Make sure to follow Killian on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/klawlorbjj/

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In this episode of the Emerald Grappling Podcast, Aaron is joined by Ryan Smyth, a 2nd-degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, two-time European Champion, and the head coach of Atlantic Jiu Jitsu in Sligo. Ryan shares his journey from first discovering BJJ to becoming a respected competitor and coach, and the evolution of his training philosophy over the years. As a dedicated instructor, Ryan discusses how he approaches belt testing, what he values most in student progression, and how he integrates modern coaching methodologies such as the ecological approach into his curriculum.We dive into the origins of Atlantic Jiu Jitsu’s renowned training camps, which have featured some of the biggest names in the sport, including Lucas Lepri, Cobrinha, and Jon Thomas, and Ryan offers an exclusive announcement about a major guest for this year’s upcoming August camp. He also shares insights into his newest project: a training initiative that uses jiu-jitsu to promote the Irish language.Ryan shares valuable tips on competition mindset, reflections on his standout moments on the mats, and the life lessons jiu-jitsu has instilled in him beyond the gym. We wrap up with a look at the future of jiu-jitsu and how to connect with Ryan and Atlantic Jiu Jitsu online.Whether you're a student, a coach, or just passionate about the sport, Ryan’s perspective offers inspiration and practical wisdom.

Chapters ➡

00:00 - 9:30 Intro & Ryan's BJJ Origin Story

09:31 - 12:31 Changed Approach to Training

12:32 - 18:29 Ecological Approach in practice at Atlantic

18:30 - 27:53 Belt Testing at Atlantic

27:54 - 29:53 World-Class Training Camps in Sligo

29:54 - 35:20 Selecting Training Camp Instructors

35:21 - 37:30 Favourite Training Camp for Ryan

37:31 - 38:36 EXCLUSIVE ANNOUNCEMENT about next camp

38:37 - 41:03 Does Ryan wish he trained differently?

41:04 - 44:59 Ryan's Competition career & coaching

45:00 - 49:05 Life Adjustments for Better BJJ

49:06 - 54:59 Competition Mindset

55:00 - 01:00:35 Future of Jiu Jitsu

1:00:36 - 1:02:59 Outro

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In this episode, Aaron sits down with Patrick Sheridan, a BJJ black belt and co-owner of Satori – Academy of Excellence, which he runs with his brother John. Patrick shares his journey into BJJ, detailing how he and John started Satori and built it into a thriving academy. He recounts the incredible experience of bringing a team of young competitors to the UK to compete at the elite junior world championships this year, highlighting the dedication and excitement that marked the event.Patrick also explores the inspiration behind the SubOnly brand and events, reflecting on its decade-long journey and over 100 successful events that have made a significant impact on the Irish BJJ community. He discusses the unique benefits of having a brother who shares his passion for BJJ, sharing humorous and memorable stories from their training and competition days in the US. Finally, Patrick offers his insights on the future of BJJ, discussing where the sport is headed and the exciting developments practitioners and fans can anticipate. Chapters:0:00 - 10:18 Intro and how Pat got into BJJ10:19 - 16:14 Competitions after Covid16:15 - 23:29 Junior World Championships 202423:30 - 41:39 Origins of SubOnly Brand & Events41:40 - 46:11 Banning Heel Hooks in Competition46:12 - 47:26 CJI & Breaking Knees47:27 - 58:29 Having a brother to train with58:30 - 1:04:27 Future of BJJ? 1:04:28 - 1:10:21 ClosingMake sure to follow Pat and his gym Satori on the following:https://www.instagram.com/satoripat/ https://www.instagram.com/satoribjj/ https://www.instagram.com/subonlyevents/https://www.facebook.com/Satori.BJJ.DublinMake sure to check out some of the upcoming SubOnly events on Smoothcomp! https://subonly.smoothcomp.com/en/federation/5/events/upcomingIf you enjoyed this episode of the podcast, please Like, Share and Subscribe!

On this episode of the podcast, I spoke with Rosa Walsh, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and a IBJJF No-Gi European Champion. Rosa has competed on shows such as GrappleFest, Grapple Kings, and Who's Number One.

In this episode, we delve into:

- Rosa's journey into BJJ and her brief MMA career

- Evolution of the Irish BJJ scene- Importance of a supportive gym culture

- Balancing personal growth and enjoyment in BJJ

- Teaching seminars and catering to different learning styles

- Training in Gi vs. No-Gi and starting Judo

- Future of BJJ

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Welcome to the very first episode of The Emerald Grappling Podcast featuring Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt Tyrone Quinn, head coach of Lakeland Jiu Jitsu. Tyrone shares his BJJ journey, insights on competition rulesets, and opinions on self-defense martial arts for street fights. Learn Tyrone's tips on technique learning and implementation in this insightful episode.Chapters ➡0:00 - 5:30 Intro and how Tyrone started BJJ5:31 - 7:33 How Aaron started BJJ7:34 - 8:43 Why was the podcast started?8:44 - 16:11 Self Defence in BJJ16:12 - 19:32 Sports BJJ19:33 - 31:36: Rulesets and RefereesFollow Lakeland Jiu Jitsu:https://www.facebook.com/LakelandJiuJitsuhttps://www.instagram.com/lakelandjiujitsu/https://lakelandjiujitsu.euFollow Emerald Grappling on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emeraldgrappling/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emeraldgrapplingRemember to subscribe and follow the podcast to avoid missing any episodes! ✅

In this episode of the Emerald Grappling Podcast, Aaron chats with Lyndon Quinn, a BJJ Brown Belt and coach at Lakeland Jiu Jitsu in Mullingar. Lyndon shares the story of how he got started in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and reflects on what it’s like training under the guidance of his brother and head coach, Tyrone. We explore the stylistic differences between the two brothers on the mats and what sets their approaches apart. Fresh off his impressive bronze medal performance at ADCC Ireland, he walks us through his preparation, match strategy, and key takeaways from competing on one of the biggest stages. He also discusses how he develops his dynamic sequences of takedowns and submissions, offering insight into how drilling and live training play a role in refining his game.As a coach, Lyndon shares his passion for teaching and the unexpected lessons he’s learned. He dives deep into leg lock fundamentals, offering safety tips, starting points for newcomers, and the principles behind attacking and defending effectively.Chapters ➡ 00:00 - 3:17 Intro & Lyndon's BJJ Origin Story3:17 - 4:29 Battle Tested Techniques & Training4:30 - 7:21 Finding your own style & insights7:22 - 8:29 Learning from higher belts8:30 - 9:45 Trending Moves in Jiu Jitsu9:46 - 14:35 ADCC Ireland Preparation14:36 - 19:23 ADCC Ruleset19:24 - 21:58 Leglocks21:59 - 26:00 Leglock Camp with Jozef Chen & Mateusz Szczecinski26:01 - 27:16 Asking Questions during Training27:17 - 32:21 Coaching & Expanding Your Game32:22 - 34:02 Never Competed in the Gi34:03 - 35:43 Focused Training35:44 - 38:09 MMA Training & Striking38:10 - 41:19 Chaining Takedowns41:20 - 44:09 Wrestling for BJJ44:10 - 45:39 Chaining Guards45:40 - 47:39 Eoghan O'Flanagan at Lakeland Jiu Jitsu47:40 - 50:50 Cross Training in London & Benefits50:51 - 52:53 Future of Jiu Jitsu52:24 - 54:24 Leglocks from Top Position54: 25 - 57:41 OutroMake sure to follow Lyndon on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lyndon_phoenix/Make sure to check out Lakeland Jiu Jitsu for some training https://www.instagram.com/lakelandjiujitsu/If you enjoyed this episode of the podcast, please Like, Share and Subscribe! ✅ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow Emerald Grappling on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emeraldgrappling/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emeraldgrapplingRemember to subscribe and follow the podcast to avoid missing any episodes! ✅----------------------------------------------------------------------------Want to support the podcast? Check out the links below! For remote podcasts, I use Riverside.fm! Records 4K video and great audio!https://www.riverside.fm/?via=aaron-murphyCreate clips like a boss using Opus Pro! https://www.opus.pro/?via=fbd8e1

In this episode of the Emerald Grappling Podcast, Aaron sits down with Rowan Lovett, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and the driving force behind Monarch BJJ in Loughrea, Galway. Rowan recounts his intriguing start in BJJ following a striking incident and takes us through the momentous experience of his recent Black Belt promotion. Listeners will gain insight into the life lessons jiu-jitsu has imparted on Rowan throughout his journey. We explore his extensive competition experience, examining how his mindset has shifted over time, especially in his role as a gym owner. As a dedicated coach, Rowan breaks down the innovative 'ecological approach' to BJJ, explaining how its constraint-based games differ from traditional coaching and the advantages it offers his students. He shares key lessons learned as a coach, his methods for continuous improvement, and his definition of coaching success. For those considering coaching, Rowan provides essential advice for beginners. Looking ahead, Rowan shares his vision for the future of BJJ and offers words of wisdom for anyone starting their own jiu-jitsu path today. Finally, he lets us know the best ways to reach him online and where you can find Monarch BJJ to train.

Chapters ➡

00:00 - 07:25 Intro & Rowan's BJJ Origin Story

07:26 - 08:29 Rowan's First Competition

08:30 - 12:37 Going up through the belts

12:38 - 14:24 Competitions in Ireland

14:25 - 19:42 Rowan's Journey to Black Belt

19:43 - 23:55 What has jiu jitsu thought you?

23:56 - 25:33 Kong Fu on the ground

25:34 - 27:17 Black Belt Debut

27:18 - 28:57 Does Competition come Naturally to you?

28:58 - 30:37 Ecological Approach

30:38 - 35:05 Evolved Competition Approach

35:06 - 36:09 Strange Warm Ups

36:10 - 40:46 Coaching

40:47 - 49:31 Constraint Based Games

49:32 - 53:12 Class Structure

53:13 - 55:52 Evolved Coaching

55:53 - 58:28 Coaching class for beginners and advanced students

58:29 - 1:03:13 Developing & Improving as a Coach

1:03:14 - 1:04:22 What does Success as a coach look like to Rowan?

1:04:23 - 1:08:20 Advice for New Coaches

1:08:21 - 1:14:10 Is influencer grappling the future of BJJ?

1:14:11 - 1:16:02 Growth of Jiu Jitsu

1:16:03 - 1:20:15 Advice for Beginners starting BJJ

1:20:16 - 1:22:08 Wrapping up the episode

Make sure to follow Rowan on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rowan.lovett/

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In this episode of the Emerald Grappling Podcast, Aaron chats with Lisa Houston, a Purple Belt and coach from SBG Strabane in Ireland. Lisa is a seasoned competitor, having graced the mats at the highest levels of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, including the IBJJF Worlds and ADCC. Despite coming from a pole dancing background with no prior combat experience, Lisa quickly became obsessed with BJJ. We delve into her unique journey, which saw her debut at the IBJJF European Championships – a bold move for a newcomer! Lisa discusses the challenges of navigating the competitive scene, including the mental health struggles that can accompany both wins and losses. She shares her inspiring story of overcoming these challenges and her plans for a triumphant return to competition at the IBJJF Masters Gi Europeans in May. Lisa also offers valuable advice for all levels of BJJ practitioners, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the journey and embracing the competitive experience.Chapters ➡ 00:00 - 3:19 Intro & Lisa's BJJ Origin Story3:20 - 6:21 Lisa's First Experience with BJJ6:22 - 8:43 SBG Strabane's first female Blue & Purple Belt8:44 - 11:21 Lisa's First Gi BJJ Competition was the IBJJF Europeans11:22 - 17:22 Reflecting on loses and posting competition results online17:23 - 18:42 The sacrifices of being a competitor18:43 - 19:57 Time off the Mats but still learning19:58 - 25:02 Role as a Coach and Coaching Style25:03 - 31:00 Student & Coach Relationship Dynamic31:01 - 31:35 Approaching Higher Belts to Roll31:36 - 34:55 Advising Students on training & rolling34:56 - 44:54 Lisa's Mental Health as a Competitor44:55 - 48:48 Master Gi Europeans Return48:49 - 50:03 Gi or NoGi?50:04 - 52:43 Find your form of meditation52:44 - 54:05 Future of Jiu Jitsu54:05 - 56:05 Advice for Beginners56:06 - 58.32 OutroMake sure to follow Lisa on Instagram & TikTokhttps://www.instagram.com/lisa_houston11/https://www.tiktok.com/@lisahoot Make sure to check out SBG Strabane if you're around Donegal!

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In this episode of the Emerald Grappling Podcast, Aaron chats with David Coelho, a 1st Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and head coach of Maze BJJ. David shares his journey into BJJ, from his early days on the mats to establishing a thriving gym in Ireland. David delves into his philosophy that BJJ transcends physicality, cultivating a stronger mind, body, and soul. David recounts his first steps in Ireland, prioritising his Gi above all else in his luggage, and how BJJ became his lifeline, fostering meaningful friendships in a new country. We explore his competitive spirit, emphasizing the importance of competition for personal growth and team camaraderie. David provides invaluable advice for accelerating your BJJ progress, cultivating a lifelong love for the sport, and offers his perspective on the exciting future of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Chapters ➡

00:00 - 5:55 Intro & David's BJJ Origin Story

5:56 - 9:20 BJJ in Ireland vs BJJ in Brazil

9:21 - 12:21 Moving to Ireland

12:22 - 14:14 Irish BJJ Community

14:15 - 15:50 Cold Irish Weather

15:51 - 19:00 David's Most Rewarding BJJ Moment

19:01 -20:41 Next Generation & Coaching Kids

20:42 - 23:41 Opening Maze BJJ

23:42 - 26:45 Competition Focus for Students

26:36 - 27:03 Aaron recalling his first competition

27:04 - 28:35 Learning from Competition

28:36 - 31:49 Team Support at Competitions

31:50 - 38:50 Structuring Your Own Training

38:51 - 39:29 Asking Questions to Progress

39:30 - 41:10 Vision for Maze BJJ

41:11 - 43:19 Advice for Enjoying your BJJ Journey

43:20 - 46:27 BJJ Friends and Enjoyment

46:28 - 49:06 Hardest Belt for David

49:07 - 52:10 Future of BJJ

52:11 - 54:51 Wrapping up the episode

Make sure to follow David on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/david.mazebjj/

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In this episode of the Emerald Grappling Podcast, Aaron chats with Timothy Kerins - a BJJ Brown Belt, coach and competitor representing SBG Killarney. Tim shares how he got started in the sport, how his game has evolved, and the challenges of dealing with imposter syndrome after earning a new belt. We dive into the origin of his nickname, "Two Medal Tim," the difficulties of finding matches as a Masters 2 competitor, and the commitment it takes to travel from Kerry to Dublin and beyond for competitions. Tim also discusses his transition to refereeing and how this experience enhances his teaching, the adjustments he’s made to coach after an injury, and strategies for facing younger, heavier opponents. Plus, he offers valuable advice for older individuals considering starting BJJ.Chapters ➡00:00 - 8:39 Intro & Tim's BJJ Origin Story8:40 - 13:15 New Belt Imposture Syndrome13:16 - 15:37 Two Medal Tim Nickname15:38 - 22:23 Getting matches at Masters 2 & Travelling for Competitions22:24 - 30:02 Refereeing & Knowing the Rules30:03 - 33:34 Stepping into a coaching role33:35 -37:02 Dealing with younger heavier students37:03 - 39:05 Advice for students looking to compete39:06 - 44:35 Cross training44:36 - 48:48 Coaching & Helping Students48:49 - 54:50 Advice for older people looking to start BJJ54:51 - 58:26 Jiu Jitsu in the South of Ireland58:27 - 1:02:37 Training at Lakeland & Jiu Jitsu Community in Ireland1:02:38 - 1:06:22 Future of Irish Jiu Jitsu1:06:23 - 1:08:21 Wrapping up the episodeMake sure to follow Tim on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/twomedaltim/Make sure to check out SBG Killarneyhttps://www.instagram.com/sbgkillarney/If you enjoyed this episode of the podcast, remember to leave a 5 Star Review! ⭐