The Old Grappler
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Episode 26: Victor Hugo Cervantes & "D" Dick DeLeon
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I sit down with Victor and D from Rivalry Jiu Jitsu.Victor is a Blackbelt and owner of Rivalry Jiu Jitsu in Fresno Ca. D is a purple b...
Episode 25: Alfredo Grijalva Jr.
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I sit down with Alfredo from Six Blades Jiu Jitsu in San Pedro. Alfredo is from Hawthorne Ca and shows his dedication to his craft by ...
Episode 24: Krazy Kevin
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode we dive in with Krazy Kevin, from the United States Marine Corp to private contractor to Jiu Jitsu Practitioner. We talk about his Jou...
Episode 23: Shaye
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The way this journey got started is definitely one of a kind. "Here is $2k go live your life for a while, you have the rest of your life to work&...
Episode 22: Will Alexander
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we dive into JG Tracy Purple Belt Will Alexanders Journey. From trying to make it to the NFL as a DB and realizing it wasn't goin...
Episode 21: Mike Prudencio, One World Jiu Jitsu
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Old Grappler we have Mike Prudencio, owner of One World Jiu Jitsu in Newark. A journey that started in the 90's with Ralph...
Kalani Foster: Buffalo Black Brotherhood
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A journey that started 20+ years ago. Listen to Kalanis journey growing up doing Eskrima and Boxing which led to him going in to a MMA gym just to fig...
Adams Journey Episode 19
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From Carpet wrestling matches, to finding a way through Faith, Friends and Family to open his own Jiu Jitsu School Guerrilla Merced. In this episode A...
Rob's why to Backwoods BJJ Retreats
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rob's journey through Jiu Jitsu and his reasons to why he started the Backwoods BJJ Retreats!! https://linktr.ee/theoldgrappler
Chris's Journey: From Wrestling to a Love Affair with Jiu-Jitsu
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you captivated by the meticulous art of Jiu-Jitsu? If so, we've got an episode for you that will knock your socks off. We had the pleasure of...
Alika Foster's Evolution: From Military to Martial Arts Mentor
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wished you could peek into the mind of a martial arts expert ? Today, we invite you into the inspiring world of Alika Foster, a Brown belt in Jiu...
Bryant Pangelinan: Fusing Jiu-Jitsu and Policing for a Safer Community
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how martial arts can enhance the efficiency and safety in law enforcement? That's the thought-provoking question at the heart of ou...
Tony Caito's Journey: Retracing His Steps Back to Jiu-Jitsu, Strengthening Resilience, and Fostering Community Growth
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Facing life-altering health challenges, Tony Cato, the Head Black Belt at Sensei Studio, embarks on an inspiring journey back to his beloved passion –...
Grappling with Life and Jiu-Jitsu: Tony's Voyage to the Black Belt
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what it takes to earn a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu? Come along on a captivating journey with Tony, a dedicated martial artist who shares th...
From "Drunk Jitsu" to Black Belt: A Jiu-Jitsu Journey of Endurance and Entrepreneurship
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what it’s like to train in the vibrant heart of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? Pull up a chair and join me, Joey Garcia , as we take you on a ro...
Mastering Jiu-Jitsu for Police Work: An Inside Look
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how law enforcement officers can handle themselves in close-quarters situations, without the aid of their weapons? Drawing from...
A Wrestling Coach's Take on Training, Combat Sports and Parental Guidance
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Buckle up as we embark on a road trip with Buck Watkins, the head high school wrestling coach at Fraser High School. Buck shares the tale of his wrest...
Kiko's Koffee Krew: Building a Jiu-Jitsu Community
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever dreamt of rolling with the best in the world of Jiu-Jitsu? This episode, we sit down with Keeko, a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu and a true testament...
Bridging Jiu-Jitsu and Policing: Ed's Vision for Law Enforcement
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you hear the name Ed, you may not immediately think of a purple belt martial artist with a deep love for Jiu-Jitsu. But once you hear his story, ...
The Art of Jiu-Jitsu: Lessons from Professor Josh
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what it's like to journey through the world of Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and wrestling? We will give you an insight into this adventure, star...
Ruben's Path to Jiu-Jitsu Mastery: Stripes, Struggles, and Success
17 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to be both the hammer and the nail in your Jiu-Jitsu journey? Join us as we welcome Ruben, a passionate white belt Jiu-Jitsu practit...
Finding Personal Transformation and a New Family through Jiu Jitsu
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine a world turned upside down by a pandemic, and then finding solace and a new family in the art of Jiu Jitsu. That's exactly what happened ...
The Old Grappler EP 5- Mark (Elite Team Monterey)
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
episode 5 Mark shares his story of not only becoming a black belt and owning his own gym. But he shares it in a way from the entrepreneur mindset. Mar...
The Old Grappler Episode 4 - Matt Guffey ( Victory High Performance)
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The old grappler is a show based around the community of grappling and the stories that come out of it.Todays guest: https://www.flowcode.com/page/vic...
The Old Grappler Ep 3- Renee aka lucky shots
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jose sits down with Renee aka luckeeshots , Renee shares that she started bjj to through losing weight and her love for photography and all things gra...
The Old Grappler Ep 2- Craig Wallace (One World)
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jose sits down with his coach , black belt Craig Wallace. Craig tells his story of finding jiu Jitsu and being a 10 year blue belt. Becoming a coach...
The Old Grappler Ep 1- Alberto Juarez (Daruma Dojo)
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jose sits down with Bjj & Judo black belt Alberto Juarez. They talk of him first starting martial arts through amateur boxing, finding grappling a...
The Mission Statement (The Old Grappler Podcast)
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jose Castro is a High-school Wrestling coach of almost two decades of experience and now newly blu belt Brazilian Jiu jitsu practicioner. Jose tells t...