Rough Hands BJJ
@roughhandsbjj.bsky.social
Rough Hands BJJ is an independent, boutique, training center specializing in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Submission Grappling. Founded and forged in Louisville, Kentucky and lead by coach Jesse Walker. #bjj #jiujitsu
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New Fighting Matters is live! Shelby York from @roughhandsbjj.bsky.social talks about the real reasons women leave the sport.
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Why Women Quit Jiu-Jitsu
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April 21, 2025 at 2:43 AM
New Fighting Matters is live! Shelby York from @roughhandsbjj.bsky.social talks about the real reasons women leave the sport.
youtu.be/4av7JGuuZDo
youtu.be/4av7JGuuZDo
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We're following @roughhandsbjj.bsky.social's lead and offering free BJJ Mental Models Premium access to everyone impacted by US federal layoffs and forced retirements. DM @bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social to redeem. We'll also attempt to find you a nearby #BJJ gym where you can train for free if needed.
March 13, 2025 at 10:48 PM
We're following @roughhandsbjj.bsky.social's lead and offering free BJJ Mental Models Premium access to everyone impacted by US federal layoffs and forced retirements. DM @bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social to redeem. We'll also attempt to find you a nearby #BJJ gym where you can train for free if needed.
I've been telling folks that I wouldn't limit head count for the camp, but we've gotten to a number where I'm likely going to have to go back on my word. We are at about 40 campers right now; I'm going to put a cap of 50 on the camp.
So with all that said, the time is now. . .
Register today!
So with all that said, the time is now. . .
Register today!
Rough Hands x BJJ Mental Models Spring Camp 2025 — Rough Hands BJJ
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February 25, 2025 at 9:02 PM
I've been telling folks that I wouldn't limit head count for the camp, but we've gotten to a number where I'm likely going to have to go back on my word. We are at about 40 campers right now; I'm going to put a cap of 50 on the camp.
So with all that said, the time is now. . .
Register today!
So with all that said, the time is now. . .
Register today!
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Episode 325 is now live! Mike Mahaffey joins us to discuss economy of motion in #BJJ, why it’s important, and how more athletic grapplers can violate this concept in favor of a movement-based game.
Listen now by searching for BJJ Mental Models in your podcast app, or visit this link: bjj.plus/325
Listen now by searching for BJJ Mental Models in your podcast app, or visit this link: bjj.plus/325
February 24, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Episode 325 is now live! Mike Mahaffey joins us to discuss economy of motion in #BJJ, why it’s important, and how more athletic grapplers can violate this concept in favor of a movement-based game.
Listen now by searching for BJJ Mental Models in your podcast app, or visit this link: bjj.plus/325
Listen now by searching for BJJ Mental Models in your podcast app, or visit this link: bjj.plus/325
Open and encouraged for all skill levels! We will explore both the conceptual basics and more advanced details of the Americana — as well as other shoulder locks. This event is donation-based and is being held to support the Americana SOS Campaign
Recommended Donation: $50 #jiujitsuforall #bjj
Recommended Donation: $50 #jiujitsuforall #bjj
February 24, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Open and encouraged for all skill levels! We will explore both the conceptual basics and more advanced details of the Americana — as well as other shoulder locks. This event is donation-based and is being held to support the Americana SOS Campaign
Recommended Donation: $50 #jiujitsuforall #bjj
Recommended Donation: $50 #jiujitsuforall #bjj
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AN OPEN LETTER TO THE JIU-JITSU COMMUNITY
Hello Jiu-Jitsu friends,
We are a collective of Jiu-Jitsu practitioners, gym owners, and coaches who love this sport and know firsthand the life-changing benefits it can offer.
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Hello Jiu-Jitsu friends,
We are a collective of Jiu-Jitsu practitioners, gym owners, and coaches who love this sport and know firsthand the life-changing benefits it can offer.
🧵 1/7
February 20, 2025 at 11:36 PM
AN OPEN LETTER TO THE JIU-JITSU COMMUNITY
Hello Jiu-Jitsu friends,
We are a collective of Jiu-Jitsu practitioners, gym owners, and coaches who love this sport and know firsthand the life-changing benefits it can offer.
🧵 1/7
Hello Jiu-Jitsu friends,
We are a collective of Jiu-Jitsu practitioners, gym owners, and coaches who love this sport and know firsthand the life-changing benefits it can offer.
🧵 1/7
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If you actually listen to women who train Jiu-Jitsu, you’ll learn they’re much more concerned about sexual abuse and PEDs than they are about trans athletes competing in their divisions.
February 17, 2025 at 9:41 PM
If you actually listen to women who train Jiu-Jitsu, you’ll learn they’re much more concerned about sexual abuse and PEDs than they are about trans athletes competing in their divisions.
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#BJJ is a marathon not a sprint, so let’s train accordingly www.grapplearts.com/volume-over-...
Volume over Intensity in BJJ Training
Today I want to talk about how to best allocate your training time in BJJ. You’ve probably heard the saying that “BJJ is a marathon, not a sprint,” right? Well, if BJJ is a marathon then we should als...
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February 17, 2025 at 7:23 PM
#BJJ is a marathon not a sprint, so let’s train accordingly www.grapplearts.com/volume-over-...
For the vast majority of practitioners, jiu jitsu is a hobby. If you're feeling a sense of anxiety and dread ahead of class because of how you are treated, or the feeling that you just don't fit in, it might be time to find a new place to train. #bjj #jiujitsu4all
February 7, 2025 at 6:33 PM
For the vast majority of practitioners, jiu jitsu is a hobby. If you're feeling a sense of anxiety and dread ahead of class because of how you are treated, or the feeling that you just don't fit in, it might be time to find a new place to train. #bjj #jiujitsu4all
January 29, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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#bjj seminar to benefit the Salus Center (Lansing’s LGBTQ community center), @deepbluebrazilianjiujitsu in Grand Rapids on 3/22/2025, 12-2pm. All proceeds will go to the center. @bjjmentalmodels will offer a free month of premium access to anyone who donates! Please bring a minimum $20 donation.
January 7, 2025 at 1:57 PM
#bjj seminar to benefit the Salus Center (Lansing’s LGBTQ community center), @deepbluebrazilianjiujitsu in Grand Rapids on 3/22/2025, 12-2pm. All proceeds will go to the center. @bjjmentalmodels will offer a free month of premium access to anyone who donates! Please bring a minimum $20 donation.
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Goal setting (and being coached how to set appropriate goals) is incredibly important in #BJJ. From ep 414 of The Strenuous Life Podcast
January 2, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Goal setting (and being coached how to set appropriate goals) is incredibly important in #BJJ. From ep 414 of The Strenuous Life Podcast
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How to train jiu-jitsu successfully if you’re not a super athlete. New podcast episode is out, get all the links here: www.grapplearts.com/training-bjj...
January 2, 2025 at 8:39 PM
How to train jiu-jitsu successfully if you’re not a super athlete. New podcast episode is out, get all the links here: www.grapplearts.com/training-bjj...
Had a great conversation with @stephankesting.bsky.social. In it we went deep into the training methods (and training culture) that allows older, smaller and less athletic grapplers to get better as fast as possible without getting injured
Training BJJ as an Older or Smaller Grappler, with Jesse Walker
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January 2, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Had a great conversation with @stephankesting.bsky.social. In it we went deep into the training methods (and training culture) that allows older, smaller and less athletic grapplers to get better as fast as possible without getting injured
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A detailed breakdown of one of the most vicious and effective pinning positions in bjj www.grapplearts.com/kesa-gatame-...
Kesa Gatame in BJJ
Kesa Gatame is the name for a DEADLY position also known as the Scarf Hold or the Head and Arm pin. It’s a staple pin in Judo, Sambo and Freestyle Wrestling. All these arts have honed kesa gatame as a...
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December 29, 2024 at 6:58 PM
A detailed breakdown of one of the most vicious and effective pinning positions in bjj www.grapplearts.com/kesa-gatame-...
Russian Tie Seminar and Belt Promotions … the perfect way to wrap up a great year at RHBJJ! #bjj #beltpromotions #bjjseminar
December 22, 2024 at 9:37 PM
Russian Tie Seminar and Belt Promotions … the perfect way to wrap up a great year at RHBJJ! #bjj #beltpromotions #bjjseminar
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An in-depth seminar I once taught on using Kesa Gatame - one of Judo's deadliest pins - to control and submit your opponent in BJJ... www.youtube.com/watch?v=TA73...
Kesa Gatame for BJJ - Control, Armlocks, Leglocks, and Chokes
YouTube video by Stephan Kesting
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December 18, 2024 at 4:47 PM
An in-depth seminar I once taught on using Kesa Gatame - one of Judo's deadliest pins - to control and submit your opponent in BJJ... www.youtube.com/watch?v=TA73...
December 8, 2024 at 12:03 AM
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Looking for the perfect gift idea for yourself or loved one? Grab a spot at the @bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social Spring Camp hosted by Rough Hands BJJ. This will be the "don't miss" camp of the year. (pssst. . .Black Belts get to attend and train for free!) #bjj #bjjblackbelt #bjjcamp
Rough Hands x BJJ Mental Models Spring Camp 2025 — Rough Hands BJJ
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December 6, 2024 at 1:54 PM
Looking for the perfect gift idea for yourself or loved one? Grab a spot at the @bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social Spring Camp hosted by Rough Hands BJJ. This will be the "don't miss" camp of the year. (pssst. . .Black Belts get to attend and train for free!) #bjj #bjjblackbelt #bjjcamp