#153 - Josh Vogel - Mastering BJJ Through Project-Based Learning — Built Not Born

🥋 Built Not Born Podcast #153- Episode Notes: Mastering BJJ Through Project-Based Learning with Josh Vogel

🎯 Episode Highlights:

Josh Vogel, BJJ black belt and co-owner of The Jiu-Jitsu Company in Philadelphia, shares deep insights on developing an effective BJJ game plan and training methodology.

📝 Key Topics Covered:

Project-based learning approach to BJJ
Creating an organized game plan
Choosing the right training partners
Balancing positional sparring vs. free rolling
Using instructionals effectively
The "Bank Robber" analogy for skill development

💡 Major Takeaways:

Focus on mastering your own style of jiu-jitsu rather than trying to learn everything
Start with one reliable technique from each major position
Maintain a 70/30 split between maintenance training and new project work
Choose training partners based on your injury prevention needs and learning goals
Use instructionals strategically by testing small portions during live training

🏆 Training Tips:

Begin with the end in mind and work backwards
Balance between natural reactions and trained responses
Use positional sparring to develop specific skills
Study competition footage to understand real-world application
Focus on solving one problem at a time

🎓 About Josh Vogel:

20+ years of BJJ experience
Co-owner of The Jiu-Jitsu Company in Old City, Philadelphia
Creator of "90 Day Project Based Jiu-Jitsu" instructional on BJJ Fanatics
Known for systematic, organized approach to teaching BJJ

📱 Connect with Josh Vogel:

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