Sticky Hooks

Nov 25 2022 3

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Dan Leith and Andrew Slackta, two BJJ brown belts and jiu jitsu obsessed grapplers discuss the latest training approaches, competition strategy, triumphs failures and the lessons learned. Lots of training philosophy discussions and realtime contemplation of the various methodologies they employ to try and find success on the mats. Bi-weekly podcast, featuring special guests, instructional reviews, mainstream Jiu Jitsu events and news, how to build gym culture, find success as gym owner, and the daily grind to answer that eternal question which plagues us all: How do I get better at this shit!

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Return of the sticky hooks!

Nov 25 2022 68 mins

Hey Ya'll! Dan and Andy return from their hiatus and get their feet wet in the podcast studio. Many topics covered including their success and failures at masters worlds, front row seats at ADCC, upcoming matches, no-gi worlds training camp, training with injuries, new coaching philosophies, and general jiu jitsu bullshitting as usual! Thank you for the continued support as we get

How to train for competition

Jul 04 2022 68 mins

With Masters Worlds and Jiu Jitsu Con coming up in September the Dan and Andy discuss their competition plans and the beginning of their first official training camp at Gracie Barra Livonia. This podcast can serve as an outline for how to structure competition preparation. Not only comp prep, but simply a manual for how to improve in BJJ. Some of the speed drill referenced in the p

The art of being an Uke

Jun 16 2022 41 mins

In this episode Dan and Andy discuss how to be a good training partner, the difference between the roles of uke and tori. The uke being the person who is doing the technique and the tori being the person who "recieves" the technique. Its just a critical to your Bjj development to learn to become a good training partner. Lots of discussion on how Bjj is taught, and the role of the c

Training while injured and Gi heel hooks

May 27 2022 83 mins

Dan and Andy return for a Friday rant to discuss the latest goings-on in the academy, and the new plans for an improved schedule. Much talk about how to deal with injuries, how to train and continue making progress even if you can't spar or drill. Injuries are almost inevitable in combat sports and yet it doesn't have to mean a full stop on your development. Several strategies for

The Future of BJJ: getting beat up by our children.

May 02 2022 85 mins

The sticky hooks crew returns to celebrate and praise the future of our sport, and the kids programs that are building the future champions. Lot of discussion on the best ways to coach your kids, be supportive and structure a kids program. Funny stories about the shit kids say. How to not be an overbearing parent. Leave us a review and thanks for the support! Also check out WiltseB

RV Parks and Pan American Championships

Apr 13 2022 84 mins

The Sticky Hooks crew returns from their road trip to Kissimmee Florida Pan Ams. In this podcast they recap the experience of competing in one of the major BJJ tournaments. They discuss the new lessons from competition this time around, and some observations from watching the best black belts in the world perform. As always Dan and Andy reflect on the benefits of competition and di

How To Train Takedowns

Mar 23 2022 65 mins

Takedowns, the kryptonite of the casual Bjj practitioner. Coming off a fresh victory at the Indianapolis Open, the men discuss competition progress and Andy attempts to squeeze every drop of wrestling advice possible from Dan. Topics covered include the importance of having a takedown game in your Bjj. How to train takedowns. Some wrestling drill ideas. A proper stance and posture.

Leg Locks

Mar 07 2022 52 mins

This week on the podcast the guys discuss the evolution of the leg lock game in modern jiu jitsu. They offer some insight on the value of training legs locks, and also at what point in your Jiu Jitsu journey you should begin incorporating them into your game. As usual many topics are touched and stories shared. Behind the scenes the guys are preparing for Pan Ams, and the Indianapo

Jiu Jitsu Culture

Feb 22 2022 91 mins

Taking a quick break from exploring the technical side of jiu jitsu, Dan and Andy talk about how to build a meaningful Jiu Jitsu culture in your academy. Coming into the two year anniversary of the opening of Gracie Barra Livonia gives occasion to pause and reflect on the type of culture that has been developed there, and how much of it was intentionally created. The guys discuss h

Understanding Distance in Jiu Jitsu

Feb 11 2022 76 mins

Dan and Andy discuss the differences between close and long range guards, the pros and cons of the different ranges, the how's, why's and when they should be utilized. This is a deep dive into a topic which should aid you tactically and strategically in your Jiu Jitsu. Understanding the range of your guard or your passing approach and how to use variations of range to create opport