In this episode we discuss my journey and all the different fads that I've come across and how none of them truly determine what's effective in Jiu-Jitsu. Often times, what's popular is just that.. what's popular.

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David Figueroa-Martinez

Founder, DFM Coaching

Coach | Writer | Grappler

DFM Coaching is dedicated to helping you overcome mental hurdles and achieve your full potential in BJJ. Whether through in-person instruction, seminars, private lessons, remote coaching, or video analysis, I provide personalized support tailored to your needs. Keep pushing forward, and let’s grow together!

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into how I changed class for a short time in order to dismantle someone’s Jiu-Jitsu.

What You’ll Learn:

* How I Kept It Fun

* The Benefits

* What I Learned

One Quote to Reflect On:

"If you want to dismantle a system, study its patterns."

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David Figueroa-MartinezFounder, DFM CoachingCoach | Writer | Grappler

DFM Coaching is dedicated to helping you overcome mental hurdles and achieve your full potential in BJJ. Whether through in-person instruction, seminars, private lessons, remote coaching, or video analysis, I provide personalized support tailored to your needs. Keep pushing forward, and let’s grow together!

Episode Description

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive creating community between Jiu-Jitsu gyms. Creating this types of communities is massive for students and instructor development alike, specifically for smaller gyms.

I recently taught a Kimura Seminar at Five Peaks that was supported by all three gyms that I teach at to benefit a family who needed some support. It was an amazing event!

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I'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉 Join BJJ Mental Models+ (Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)

Stay Connected

DFM Coaching

For remote coaching, seminars, mindset tools, and more:🌐 www.DFMCoaching.com📸 Instagram @dfm.2099▶️ YouTube @DFM2099

Choke Point Media

Long-form storytelling, deep strategy, and the philosophy behind the fight:🌐 www.ChokePointChronicles.com📸 Instagram @chokepoint.media

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David Figueroa-MartinezFounder, DFM CoachingCoach | Writer | Grappler

DFM Coaching is dedicated to helping you overcome mental hurdles and achieve your full potential in BJJ. Whether through in-person instruction, seminars, private lessons, remote coaching, or video analysis, I provide personalized support tailored to your needs. Keep pushing forward, and let’s grow together!

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into what I thought about UFC Bjj 1 and the TUF style reality show.

What You’ll Learn:

* My Issued With The Coaches

* The Commentary Needs Work

* Better Explanation of Jiu-Jitsu

BJJ Mental Models Support

I'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉 Join BJJ Mental Models+ (Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)

Stay Connected

DFM Coaching

For remote coaching, seminars, mindset tools, and more:🌐 www.DFMCoaching.com📸 Instagram @dfm.2099▶️ YouTube @DFM2099

Choke Point Media

Long-form storytelling, deep strategy, and the philosophy behind the fight:🌐 www.ChokePointChronicles.com📸 Instagram @chokepoint.media

Support the Mission

If you found this episode valuable, share it with a teammate, repost it to your story, or leave a quick review. That’s how we grow—and keep the signal strong.

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Thank you,

David Figueroa-MartinezFounder, DFM CoachingCoach | Writer | Grappler

DFM Coaching is dedicated to helping you overcome mental hurdles and achieve your full potential in BJJ. Whether through in-person instruction, seminars, private lessons, remote coaching, or video analysis, I provide personalized support tailored to your needs. Keep pushing forward, and let’s grow together!

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the most common red flags in Jiu-Jitsu, my own experiences, how I dealt with them, and finally what you can do.

What You’ll Learn:

* Concerns and Flags

* If You’re New, What To Look For

* How I Navigate

One Quote to Reflect On:

"When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time."— Maya Angelou

BJJ Mental Models Support

I'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉 Join BJJ Mental Models+ (Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)

Stay Connected

DFM Coaching

For remote coaching, seminars, mindset tools, and more:🌐 www.DFMCoaching.com📸 Instagram @dfm.2099▶️ YouTube @DFM2099

Choke Point Media

Long-form storytelling, deep strategy, and the philosophy behind the fight:🌐 www.ChokePointChronicles.com📸 Instagram @chokepoint.media

Support the Mission

If you found this episode valuable, share it with a teammate, repost it to your story, or leave a quick review. That’s how we grow—and keep the signal strong.

Stay tapped in.

Thank you,

David Figueroa-MartinezFounder, DFM CoachingCoach | Writer | Grappler

DFM Coaching is dedicated to helping you overcome mental hurdles and achieve your full potential in BJJ. Whether through in-person instruction, seminars, private lessons, remote coaching, or video analysis, I provide personalized support tailored to your needs. Keep pushing forward, and let’s grow together!

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into how I changed class for a short time in order to dismantle someone’s Jiu-Jitsu.

What You’ll Learn:

* Elements To Consider

* How Important Culture Is

* What We Can All Do

One Quote to Reflect On:

"Don’t be the reason someone quits!"

BJJ Mental Models Support

I'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉 Join BJJ Mental Models+ (Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)

Stay Connected

DFM Coaching

For remote coaching, seminars, mindset tools, and more:🌐 www.DFMCoaching.com📸 Instagram @dfm.2099▶️ YouTube @DFM2099

Choke Point Media

Long-form storytelling, deep strategy, and the philosophy behind the fight:🌐 www.ChokePointChronicles.com📸 Instagram @chokepoint.media

Support the Mission

If you found this episode valuable, share it with a teammate, repost it to your story, or leave a quick review. That’s how we grow—and keep the signal strong.

Stay tapped in.

Thank you,

David Figueroa-MartinezFounder, DFM CoachingCoach | Writer | Grappler

DFM Coaching is dedicated to helping you overcome mental hurdles and achieve your full potential in BJJ. Whether through in-person instruction, seminars, private lessons, remote coaching, or video analysis, I provide personalized support tailored to your needs. Keep pushing forward, and let’s grow together!

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the movie Edge of Tomorrow. It is probably the best analogy for Jiu-Jitsu and with life in general.

What You’ll Learn:

* Lessons We Can Learn

* Increasing Rate Of Failure

* Things To Consider

One Quote to Reflect On:

"Jiu-Jitsu at the highest level isn’t just about submissions—it’s about solving problems under pressure." -Unknown

BJJ Mental Models Support

I'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉 Join BJJ Mental Models+ (Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)

Stay Connected

DFM Coaching

For remote coaching, seminars, mindset tools, and more:🌐 www.DFMCoaching.com📸 Instagram @dfm.2099▶️ YouTube @DFM2099

Choke Point Media

Long-form storytelling, deep strategy, and the philosophy behind the fight:🌐 www.ChokePointChronicles.com📸 Instagram @chokepoint.media

Support the Mission

If you found this episode valuable, share it with a teammate, repost it to your story, or leave a quick review. That’s how we grow—and keep the signal strong.

Stay tapped in.

Thank you,

David Figueroa-MartinezFounder, DFM CoachingCoach | Writer | Grappler

DFM Coaching is dedicated to helping you overcome mental hurdles and achieve your full potential in BJJ. Whether through in-person instruction, seminars, private lessons, remote coaching, or video analysis, I provide personalized support tailored to your needs. Keep pushing forward, and let’s grow together!

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the movie Edge of Tomorrow. It is probably the best analogy for Jiu-Jitsu and with life in general.

What You’ll Learn:

* Does and Don’ts

* How To Be Better

* What to Strive For

One Quote to Reflect On:

"Jiu-Jitsu at the highest level isn’t just about submissions—it’s about solving problems under pressure." -Unknown

BJJ Mental Models Support

I'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉 Join BJJ Mental Models+ (Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)

Stay Connected

DFM Coaching

For remote coaching, seminars, mindset tools, and more:🌐 www.DFMCoaching.com📸 Instagram @dfm.2099▶️ YouTube @DFM2099

Choke Point Media

Long-form storytelling, deep strategy, and the philosophy behind the fight:🌐 www.ChokePointChronicles.com📸 Instagram @chokepoint.media

Support the Mission

If you found this episode valuable, share it with a teammate, repost it to your story, or leave a quick review. That’s how we grow—and keep the signal strong.

Stay tapped in.

Thank you,

David Figueroa-MartinezFounder, DFM CoachingCoach | Writer | Grappler

DFM Coaching is dedicated to helping you overcome mental hurdles and achieve your full potential in BJJ. Whether through in-person instruction, seminars, private lessons, remote coaching, or video analysis, I provide personalized support tailored to your needs. Keep pushing forward, and let’s grow together!