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Tapped In by DFM CoachingE16 | When The UFC Meets BjjIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the UFC’s new venture, UFC Bjj. I cover both the positives and negatives in relation to what we’ve seen with the UFC as an MMA promotion. What You’ll Learn:* My Upsides* Concerns* What I Find ExcitingOne Quote to Reflect On:"Jiu-Jitsu at the highest level isn’t just about submissions—it’s about solving problems under pressure." -UnknownBJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Menta...2025-06-1513 min
Tapped In by DFM CoachingE15 | The Plateau is a LieIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the why I believe that the plateau is often a lie. What You’ll Learn:* The Belief of Plateaus is Common* How It Doesn’t Exist* What You Can DoOne Quote to Reflect On:There is no such thing as a plateau. You’re either learning in silence or coasting in denial."— Josh Waitzkin, The Art of Learning (inspired phrasing based on his philosophy)Hope you enjoyed the article and the audio companion. I’m looking...2025-06-1018 min
Tapped In by DFM CoachingE14 | Audio Companion: Chest Over ChestIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the Chest Over Chest passing concept that I learned form Josh McKinney back in April at the Bjj Mental Models Spring Camp. What You’ll Learn:* The Simplicity Of It* How I Initiate It* How It’s Been Working OutOne Quote to Reflect On:“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” — Leonardo da VinciHope you enjoyed the article and the audio companion. I’m looking forward to continuing a these. Both for the growth of Substack but...2025-06-0815 min
Tapped In by DFM CoachingE13 | Audio Companion: The Pregnant PauseIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the Pregnant Pause. It’s a strategic moment in the round where I camp out a bitWhat You’ll Learn:* What It Actually Is* How I use it. * Where I use It MostOne Quote to Reflect On:"The right word may be effective, but no word was ever as effective as a rightly timed pause." –Mark TwainHope you enjoyed the article and the audio companion. I’m looking forward to continuing a these. B...2025-06-0313 min
Tapped In by DFM CoachingE12 | Tag Team Jiu-JitsuIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the Tap Team Jiu-Jitsu event that we decided to do in order to mix things up. It was a blast to put on and I’m excited to see how I can develop this a bit further for our students. What You’ll Learn:* Why I Put It On* The Rule Structure* How It Was ReceivedOne Quote to Reflect On:"We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing." –George B...2025-06-0115 min
Tapped In by DFM CoachingE11 | Audio Companion: Taps, Traps, and Drop OutsIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the “Taps, Traps, and Drop Outs.” Covering some of the main issues that we have a sport along with suggestions on what we can do to fix it. What You’ll Learn:* Some Statistics* What’s Causing The High Attrition Rates* Perhaps Some Things That Can Help. One Quote to Reflect On:"Don’t be the reasons someone quits." – MeHope you enjoyed the article and the audio companion. I’m looking forward to continuing a these. Both...2025-05-2716 min
Tapped In by DFM CoachingE10 | The Danny EpisodeIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, I discuss the passing of Danny Harvey, who was a friend and coworker. Danny’s passing has been difficult for us all, but I felt like I needed to express how the passing of this unique and compassionate man affected me. What You’ll Learn:* Who was Danny Harvey* How It Affected Us* How I’ve Been Dealing One Quote to Reflect On:“Grief is the price we pay for love.”— Queen Elizabeth IIHope you enjoyed the article and...2025-05-2512 min
Tapped In by DFM CoachingE9 | Audio Companion: Things They Don't Tell YouIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the “Nobody Tells You This About Jiu-Jitsu, But They Should” post. We’ll cover the many unwritten rules and approaches that can make your experience within Jiu-Jitsu easier. What You’ll Learn:* Skill Over Belts* Understanding Progress* CoachabilityOne Quote to Reflect On:"Not everything in Jiu-Jitsu is taught—some things you’re expected to feel, observe, and figure out in silence." – UnknownHope you enjoyed the article and the audio companion. I’m looking forward to conti...2025-05-2013 min
Tapped In by DFM CoachingE8 | Positional Breakdown: The MountIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the Mount position. What I use to trick my opponents into giving what I want. How I generate pressure and the various attacks that I love to torture my training partners with. What You’ll Learn:* Ways I Set Things Up* What Submissions I’m Looking For* Why I Love The PositionOne Quote to Reflect On:“The man who grasps principles can successfully select his own methods. The man who tries methods, ignoring principles, is sure to hav...2025-05-1816 min
Tapped In by DFM CoachingE7 | Audio Companion: First Fight JittersIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the “First Fight Jitters, What Happen When A Hobbyist Enter the Arena” post. We’ll cover my experiences during my competition days. The Highs of competing, what we’re actually pulling for, and how nasty the bathrooms will be. What You’ll Learn:* What To Expect* What To Do* What To BringOne Quote to Reflect On:"The first time you compete, you're not chasing medals—you're chasing nerve."— AnonymousHope you enjoyed th...2025-05-1319 min
Tapped In by DFM CoachingE6 | Bonus Ep: Hidden Power of VulnerabilityIn this short episode I discuss my journey with how I deal with emotions and what I try model to my students. I also discuss the difficult week that we’ve had in the office after the passing of a friend and coworker. What You’ll Learn:* My Personal Story* How Important Vulnerability Is* How I Feel It Helps OthersOne Quote to Reflect On:“The best coaches don’t just correct your posture—they model presence. Vulnerability teaches more than any technique ever will.” -UnknownA Post You...2025-05-1115 min
Tapped In by DFM CoachingAudio Companion: Increasing Our Rate Of FailureIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the “Increasing Our Rate Of Failure” post. I discuss my adventure into getting good at Mounted Armbars, and the amount of failure I had to endure. What You’ll Learn:* The Traits You’ll Develop* My Journey Into Mounted ArmbarsOne Quote to Reflect On:"The difference between the impossible and the possible lies in a person’s determination."— Tommy LasordaThe Blog Post:Thank you,David Figueroa-MartinezFounder, DFM CoachingCoac...2025-05-0611 min
Tapped In by DFM CoachingAudio Companion: The Lens I Use For Building My GameIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the “The Lens I Use To Build My Game” post. We’ll cover my experiences, how being a bit picky helped me, and why I think it’s so important to understand you and how they connect to each potential technique. What You’ll Learn:* The Lenses I Use* The Why Behind Each* The Importance of Owning Your Identity One Quote to Reflect On:"One detail adjusted every roll beats one overhaul every year."-UnknownHope...2025-04-2911 min
Tapped In by DFM CoachingAudio Companion: Leveling Up w/Jiu-Jitsu CampsIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the “Level Up Faster: What Camps Do That Cross-Training Can’t” post. We’ll cover my experience while at Rough Hands Bjj, how it helped me and why I think it’s a much needed experience if you can make it happen. What You’ll Learn:* My Personal Experience at Bjj Mental Models Camp* Various Benefits for Students* How It Helped Me As An InstructorOne Quote to Reflect On:“As our island of knowledge grows, so does the shore...2025-04-2213 min
Tapped In by DFM CoachingAudio Companion: Lost BoysIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into The Lost Boys and The Ways Back piece, breaking down how Jiu-Jitsu can help boys and young men overcome the lost feeling. It’s important that we see not just what might be causing the problems but what we as leaders and a community can do to help. What You’ll Learn:* The Struggles for Young Men* How Something Like Jiu-Jitsu Can Help* How Jiu-Jitsu Helped MeOne Quote to Reflect On:“A ship in harbor is safe...2025-04-1514 min
Rugby Coach WeeklyThe Coaching Knife: Connection is more important than competency, with Jonny McMurtrySend us a textWelcome to the coaching knife when we cut to the root of the matter. In this episode, we speak to Jonny McMurtry, sports coaching researcher and part-time rugby coach/blog writer.Focusing on develop the right relationships as a coach, we are going to cut to the root on why connection is more important than competency as a coach.Jonny runs the excellent blog, www.coachingthecoaches.netHis philosophy: My passion is understanding people’s motivation and assisting them and the people they work with to achieve wh...2023-04-2121 min
The Mike Quirke PodcastJonny McMurtry - Coaching insights from Rugby AustraliaJonny McMurtry is originally from Northern Ireland but living in Brisbane for the past 16 years, and has been involved for the best part of 10 years working in high performance age grade rugby programs across Australia.
He's also currently putting together research in conjunction with University of Queensland and Rugby Australia, looking at players' engagement and understanding what motivates, engages and drives players' participation in sport and he shares those findings with us in this episode.
Jonny also puts out some very insightful content for coaches that are definitely worth checking out through his website; coachingthecoaches.n...2021-03-2556 min
The Rugby Coach's Corner PodcastJonny McMurtry, Ep 66, The Needs of Adolescent Elite Rugby Players & Coaching the CoachesJonny McMurtry is originally from Northern Ireland and is now based permanently in Brisbane, Australia. He has been involved in numerous coaching roles since 2010, including junior club, colts, as well as Queensland and ARU age grade programmes such as the Junior Reds and Junior Gold. He is also heading up a study through the University of Queensland that looks at the needs of adolescent elite rugby players. On top of this, Jonny runs an excellent blog titled Coaching the Coaches - Website: https://www.coachingthecoaches.net/ Twitter: @coachingcoach_2019-01-2305 min