The Open GuardCast

Sep 28, 2021

Ethan Crelinsten joins OGC for episode 108! Ethan is a black belt under John Danaher, a member of the newly formed B-Team, and an ADCC Trials winner. Topics discussed in this episode include:

• Ethan's recent injury
• The B-Team
• Current landscape of professional jiu-jitsu
• Tips for aspiring full-time competitors
• And much...

Sep 22, 2021

Episode 107 of Open GuardCast is an interview with Margot Ciccarelli. Margot is a black belt under Murilo Santana and recently earned a silver medal at the 2021 IBJJF Pans, her first major tournament as a black belt. Topics discussed in this episode include:

• Margot's experience in other martial arts disciplines
• Optimal...

Sep 19, 2021

Episode 106 of the Open GuardCast is an interview with Victor Hugo. Victor is a multiple time world champion and recently won the 2021 IBJJF Pans in the Ultra Heavyweight division. Topics discussed in the episode include:

• Victor's start in jiu-jitsu
• His first tournament
• Becoming a professional
• Tips for young...

Sep 8, 2021

Episode 105 of OGC is an interview with Josh Guerra. Topics discussed in this episode include:

• Josh's start in the sport
• Ups and downs of competition
• Training at GD Jiu-Jitsu HQ
• Teaching
• Opening an academy
• And much more...

Follow Josh at @guerra_bjj and refuge_bjj on Instagram!