In this bonus episode, Rob Biernacki talks pedagogy! We discuss his updated pedagogy module on BJJ Concepts, the evolving landscape of Jiu-Jitsu instruction, balancing concepts with techniques, evidence versus anecdote, emotional dysregulation in students, and the role of community in gym culture. Rob also shares news on his upcoming retirement from full-time teaching at Island Top Team, the winding down of his visiting student program, and his plans for future teaching through visiting instructor initiatives and Jiu-Jitsu camps.

Sep. 5-7, 2025: Check out Rob's upcoming camp in Invermere, BC!
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/invybjj/1804016

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Mental models discussed in this episode:

Survivorship Bias
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Scientific Method
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/

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BONUS: Updated Pedagogy, feat. Rob Biernacki

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