Back in high school football, my coach had a saying: “Excuses are like a**holes — everybody has one.” The same thing shows up in Jiu Jitsu. Over the years, I’ve heard every excuse in the book for why people don’t train — too old, too busy, too expensive, too scared of injuries. In this episode, I break down the top 10 excuses people use to avoid training Jiu Jitsu, and why none of them hold up if you’re serious about bettering yourself.

Whether you’re a cop, a first responder, or just someone looking for a new challenge, this conversation will expose the lies we tell ourselves, and show you how training solves more problems than it creates.

If you’ve been on the fence, or if you catch yourself making some of these excuses, this one’s for you.

Police training has been stuck in the past for too long — outdated methods, inconsistent standards, and instructors with little more than a certificate to show for it. In this episode, I break down why I created the Jiu Jitsu Five-O Online Instructor Certification Course, how it sets a new standard for defensive tactics instructors, and why this program is unlike anything else out there.

I'll cover:

• The problems with traditional instructor schools
• How our course is raising the bar with a BJJ blue-belt minimum requirement
• What makes this certification different from anything offered in-person
• The benefits for officers, agencies, and the profession as a whole

If you’re serious about becoming the kind of instructor who can actually make an impact — this episode is for you.

If your Jiu Jitsu feels stuck, it’s probably your fault. In this episode, I break down the top reasons people struggle on the mats, from skipping training and avoiding tough rolls to having zero game plan and blaming cardio for everything. Whether you're a cop trying to sharpen your skills or just someone tired of getting smashed every round, this episode will help you identify what’s holding you back — and how to fix it.