Forever White Belt

Positive Mental Attitude BJJ

Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Felipe Simplicio, a third-degree black belt under the legendary JT Torres and owner of Red Zone Jiu-Jitsu Academy. From his early days in Brazil to establishing a thriving academy in Connecticut, Felipe shares his passion for teaching, the importance of continuous learning, and the unique programs he offers, including a scholarship initiative for families in need. Discover how Felipe balances the art of Jiu-Jitsu with the business acumen required to run a successful academy, all while fostering a welcoming and supportive community. Tune in for insights on training, personal growth, and the power of a positive mental attitude. Links: https://www.instagram.com/f__simplicio/ [https://www.instagram.com/f__simplicio/]https://linktr.ee/f__simplicio [https://linktr.ee/f__simplicio] Salt Electrolytes use code FWB for 15% off. https://saltelectrolytes.com/?fwb [https://saltelectrolytes.com/?fwb] Please buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://buymeacoffee.com/foreverwhitebelt [https://buymeacoffee.com/foreverwhitebelt] Instagram @foreverwhitebeltshow [https://www.instagram.com/foreverwhitebeltshow/]. Buy Forever White Belt rash guards at https://fwb.printful.me/ [https://fwb.printful.me/]. Linktree https://linktr.ee/foreverwhitebelt [https://linktr.ee/foreverwhitebelt] Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Felipe Simplicio and His Journey 06:08 Innovative Class Offerings: Family Jiu Jitsu and Q&A Drills 10:28 Transitioning Students: From Beginners to Fundamentals 16:51 What Makes a Great Student and Instructor 24:51 Learning from the Best: Training with JT Torres 31:39 Overcoming Doubts and Challenges 36:42 Creating a Sense of Community 45:55 Fundamentals of Jiu Jitsu Training

Invisible Jiu Jitsu - Chris Bones Burns

In this engaging episode, Chris "Bones" Burns, a second-degree Rickson Gracie black belt, shares his unique journey through the world of Jiu-Jitsu. From his early struggles and injuries to his teaching philosophy and the founding of Zero Point Academy, Chris offers insights into the art of Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of foundational skills, and the balance between sport and self-defense. Discover how Chris's experiences have shaped his approach to teaching and his views on the evolving landscape of martial arts. Links: https://www.instagram.com/chrisbonesjj/ [https://www.instagram.com/chrisbonesjj/] https://www.instagram.com/zeropointsydney [https://www.instagram.com/zeropointsydney] https://www.instagram.com/the.bjjproject [https://www.instagram.com/the.bjjproject] Salt Electrolytes use code FWB for 15% off. https://saltelectrolytes.com/?fwb [https://saltelectrolytes.com/?fwb] Please consider buying me a cup of coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/foreverwhitebelt [https://buymeacoffee.com/foreverwhitebelt] Become a VIP member for only .99 a month, get ad free, uncensored, early episodes https://is.gd/GytgXM [https://is.gd/GytgXM] Instagram @foreverwhitebeltshow [https://www.instagram.com/foreverwhitebeltshow/]. Go buy your Forever White Belt swag at teespring.com/forever-white-belt [http://teespring.com/forever-white-belt]. Linktree https://linktr.ee/foreverwhitebelt [https://linktr.ee/foreverwhitebelt]

Clay Mayfield

In this episode, I sit down with Clay Mayfield, a Pedigo Submission Fighting black belt under Heath Pedigo and the founder of Triangle Academy. Clay shares his inspiring journey from being homeschooled to becoming a respected black belt and academy owner. We discuss the importance of finding the right training environment, building a strong community, and balancing the demands of competition, business, and personal growth. Clay opens up about overcoming injuries, the lessons he’s learned as both a coach and competitor, and how he’s cultivated a positive, supportive culture at his gym. From belting criteria and youth development to the impact of judo on modern Jiu-Jitsu, Clay offers deep insights into what it takes to build not only great athletes but great people. Links https://www.trianglefranklin.com/ [https://www.trianglefranklin.com/] https://www.instagram.com/claymayfield_bjj/ [https://www.instagram.com/claymayfield_bjj/] Salt Electrolytes use code FWB for 15% off. https://saltelectrolytes.com/?fwb [https://saltelectrolytes.com/?fwb] Become a VIP member for only .99 a month, get ad free, uncensored, early episodes https://is.gd/GytgXM [https://is.gd/GytgXM] Instagram @foreverwhitebeltshow [https://www.instagram.com/foreverwhitebeltshow/]. Go buy your Forever White Belt merchandise at teespring.com/forever-white-belt [http://teespring.com/forever-white-belt]. Linktree https://linktr.ee/foreverwhitebelt [https://linktr.ee/foreverwhitebelt]

Heath The Ref Massery

In this episode, we are joined by none other than Heath “The Ref” Massery, ADCC referee, PGF referee, and one of the most knowledgeable voices when it comes to understanding the rules that shape elite-level Jiu Jitsu. In this episode, we dive deep into the art of optimizing your Jiu Jitsu for competition. Heath shares insights from his unique perspective on the mat—what competitors often overlook, the must-know rules that can make or break a match, and the strategies that separate high-level grapplers from the rest. Whether you’re a competitor looking to sharpen your edge, a coach trying to better prepare your athletes, or just a fan who wants to understand the hidden layers of the sport, this conversation is packed with essentials you won’t want to miss. Links: @heath_the_ref https://www.heferee.com/ https://linktr.ee/HeathTheRef Salt Electrolytes use code FWB for 15% off. https://saltelectrolytes.com/?fwb Become a VIP member for only .99 a month, get ad free, uncensored, early episodes https://is.gd/GytgXM Instagram @foreverwhitebeltshow. Go buy your Forever White Belt swag at teespring.com/forever-white-belt. Linktree https://linktr.ee/foreverwhitebelt DojoChimp Gi's https://www.dojochimp.com/

Bird Wiltse - The Odyssey

In this episode, we are joined by the insightful and candid Bird Wiltse. Known for his unique approach to teaching and his journey through the highs and lows of the sport, Bird shares his experiences from competing on the world stage to his passion for creating instructional content. Join us as we explore the art of Jiu-Jitsu, the evolution of techniques, and the personal stories that have shaped Bird's path. Links: BJJ Fanatics https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/instructional-videos/fighter_sathya-wiltse?list=1 [https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/instructional-videos/fighter_sathya-wiltse?list=1] Patreon https://www.patreon.com/BirdWiltsebjj [https://www.patreon.com/BirdWiltsebjj] YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@birdwiltsebjj [https://www.youtube.com/@birdwiltsebjj] IG https://www.instagram.com/birdwiltse20/ [https://www.instagram.com/birdwiltse20/] Salt Electrolytes use code FWB for 15% off. https://saltelectrolytes.com/?fwb [https://saltelectrolytes.com/?fwb] Become a VIP member for only .99 a month, get ad-free, uncensored, early episodes https://is.gd/GytgXM [https://is.gd/GytgXM] Instagram @foreverwhitebeltshow [https://www.instagram.com/foreverwhitebeltshow/]. Go buy your Forever White Belt swag at teespring.com/forever-white-belt [http://teespring.com/forever-white-belt]. Linktree https://linktr.ee/foreverwhitebelt [https://linktr.ee/foreverwhitebelt] DojoChimp Gi's https://www.dojochimp.com/ [https://www.dojochimp.com/]