In this episode, we talk about injuries, losing momentum, wanting to quit, and what helps you keep showing up when training gets hard.

If you’ve ever felt discouraged in BJJ, this one is for you.

One Rill At A Time

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Takeaways

• Commitment to Jiu Jitsu
• Overcoming personal challenges Overcoming darkness and adversity
• The power of mindset and determination

Takeaways

• Confidence is key for beginners in Jiu Jitsu.
• The supportive and family-like environment at the gym is crucial for personal growth and success in training.
• Competing in tournaments provides valuable insights and challenges that contribute to personal growth and improvement.

Join us as we interview Ben to learn more about him and get tips on how to start your Jiu-Jitsu Journey. Remember you are NEVER too old to start!

***We apologize for the audio in advance, we tried a new mic system that was not the best but we will get back to normal next week.

Some of the best growth comes from asking the right questions. Marty drops the knowledge and Juan is asking what everyone else is thinking.

Join us to learn a valuable lesson from Oz: Don’t like something? DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT!

We are so happy to have her lead the way of guest interviews in the next phase of One Roll At A Time.

In this special episode of One Roll at a Time, Juan and Marty reflect on the past year at Adayama Jiu-Jitsu. They talk through the gym’s biggest wins, the lessons learned on and off the mats, and how the team grew through challenges.

They also share what they’re excited about heading into 2026 and what’s next for the Adayama community.

A relaxed, honest post-training conversation about growth, gratitude, and moving forward — one roll at a time.

Everyone loves talking about wins. Nobody talks about injuries.

In this episode of One Roll at a Time, Juan and Marty break down what to do when jiu-jitsu hurts you instead of helps you. They talk about common mistakes injured grapplers make, how to stay involved without making things worse, and why disappearing after an injury is what really sets people back.

From a white belt’s fears to a black belt coach’s perspective, this episode is a practical guide to training smarter, protecting your body, and coming back the right way — without ego.

If you’re injured, coming back from one, or worried about getting hurt, this episode is for you.

One Roll At A Time.

In Episode 8, we break down how to learn faster in Jiu-Jitsu — not by doing more, but by training smarter. This episode gives you a simple blueprint to boost your retention, sharpen your focus, and make every class count.

Whether you’re a brand-new white belt or a seasoned student trying to break through plateaus, this episode will help you understand how to learn, not just what to learn.

Listen now and make your next roll your smartest one yet.

New episodes drop every Monday at 7 AM.

We broke the Monday rule… because gratitude doesn’t wait.

This episode is all about gratitude, jiu-jitsu, and the people who make this journey more than just training.

The teammates.

The struggles.

The growth.

The community.

Thankful for every roll.

Thankful for every lesson.

Thankful for everyone tuning in.

Motivation comes and goes.

Discipline is what keeps you showing up.

In this episode, we break down why long-term success in jiu-jitsu (and life) isn’t built on hype or feelings — it’s built on habits, consistency, and doing the work when you don’t feel like it.

We talk about:

• Why motivation fades but discipline stays

• The difference between training when it’s easy vs training when it’s hard

• How discipline builds confidence, skill, and mental toughness

• Why consistency on the mats transfers into real life

• Simple action steps you can take to build discipline in your training today

Using the mosaic mindset — where progress is built piece by piece — this episode challenges you to stop waiting for motivation and start building the habits that create real growth.

Especially during Thanksgiving week, we reflect on being grateful not just for success…

but for the discipline that gets us there.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, unmotivated, or inconsistent,

this episode is for you.

🥋 One piece. One habit. One roll at a time.

Available now on Spotify & YouTube.

This episode breaks down the real power of Jiu-Jitsu — far beyond submissions and techniques. Juan and Professor Marty dive into how training transforms your stress levels, your discipline, your ego, your parenting, your problem-solving, and your confidence.

Whether you’re brand new, returning after a break, a parent with kids who train, or a competitor leveling up… these lessons apply to your everyday life.

If you’ve ever wondered why Jiu-Jitsu changes people — this is the episode.

Stepping on the mats for the first time can feel intimidating — but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, Juan, Rebecca, and Professor Marty break down what to expect during your very first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class.

From nerves and expectations to gym etiquette, preparation, and mindset, they’ll walk you through everything you need to know so you can show up confident and ready to learn.

Whether you’re a parent, a beginner, or just thinking about trying Jiu-Jitsu for the first time, this episode will help you feel at home on the mats.

Key takeaways:

• What really happens during your first class
• How to handle nerves and self-doubt
• The importance of humility and respect
• Why progress starts the moment you step on the mat

Listen now and start your journey — One Roll At A Time.

Get Professor Marty’s “White to Blue Belt Syllabus” by clicking the link below:

https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1SXPIy5BYs9b6B_BF6kCCSAZZYuBXUPNihmDsCtIZAIQ/mobilebasic?pli=1

Takeaways

• Jiu-Jitsu creates a sense of family and community.
• It teaches mental resilience and coping with difficult situations.
• Training in Jiu-Jitsu can help with real-world self-defense.
• Kids benefit from learning to deal with hard things early on.
• The average age of Jiu-Jitsu practitioners is around 40.
• You are never too old or out of shape to start training.
• Jiu-Jitsu is a controlled environment, not as violent as it seems.
• Pain and soreness are part of the training process but manageable.
• Competing in Jiu-Jitsu is not mandatory for enjoyment or growth.
• Learning in Jiu-Jitsu is an iterative process, embracing imperfection.