I wouldn’t be doing Jiu Jitsu if it weren’t for Professor Erik introducing me to it. Honestly, RŌL wouldn’t exist, and I wouldn’t be surrounded by so many amazing people today. 🙏 His impact on my life — and the lives of so many others — is something I’ll always be grateful for.

I’m genuinely excited about this week! 🙌 We have so much to work on…

👊 In Gi Interm classes, we’ll be diving into shield guard sweeps (some of you know it’s one of my favorites).

🤼‍♂️ In NoGi Interm, we’ve spent the last two weeks dissecting under-hook concepts — this week, we’re shifting gears and focusing on the over-hook. Game changer! 

Whether you’re a Gi or Nogi player, this is the week you’ll definitely want to jump into! 💥🔥

30lbs that’s huge. Congrats 💥 and still so much ahead 

This is a tough question for me… because Jiu Jitsu has truly changed my entire life. But if I had to narrow it down, I’d say it comes down to a few big lessons:

Making decisions under pressure—staying calm when everything feels chaotic. 🧠🔥

Embracing the suck—life is hard, but Jiu Jitsu teaches you that you can do hard things. 💪⚔️

And maybe the most unexpected one: learning to be approachable as an instructor. This was incredibly difficult for me, as I’ve always struggled with public speaking and being social isn’t naturally my strong suit. 🎤😅

Jiu Jitsu has challenged me in ways I never expected—but that’s exactly what makes it so transformative. 🙏✨

Since we had a short week last week, we’ll be revisiting our intermediate curriculum—but don’t let that fool you! 🔄 We’re actually diving deeper into the details:

Gi Class: Half-Guard Retention 🥋

NoGi Class: Under hook Control 🤼‍♂️

This is a fantastic chance to level up both subjects and sharpen your game! 🚀🔥 See you on the mats!

Thank you Pete

Alright team, this is the week to dig deep and put in that focused work 💪

Gi Intermediate will center around Gift Wrap Attacks — we’ll explore how to control our partner with precision and transition into strong finishing options from dominant positions.

NoGi Intermediate will focus on S-Mount Escapes, emphasizing how to take advantage of small spaces and low-friction opportunities to safely exit a compromised position.

I highly encourage you to review the videos ahead of time and come in with a plan. The more prepared you are, the more you’ll get out of each session. Let’s keep leveling up — see you on the mats!

This is such a deep question—my mind is spinning in ten different directions. Are we talking about the last roll because we’re no longer here… or the last one because we physically can’t anymore? I guess either way, the end is the end. Grrr, Scott Tresch you’re really messing with my head on this one.

But if I’m being honest—and getting a little sentimental—I’d choose my kids. If it’s truly my final roll on the mats, I want to share that moment with them. I’d want them to remember the connection, the joy, and the love that Jiu Jitsu brought us together. What better way to say goodbye to the mats than with them by my side?

Over the past 25 years on the mat, I’ve learned so many lessons—but the one that stands out the most is the ability to make rational decisions and solve problems under intense stress.

Making choices was something I always struggled with when I was younger. But Jiu Jitsu gave me a way to develop that skill. It taught me how to pause, evaluate a situation, come up with different options, and—most importantly—choose the one that fits best in the moment.

That ability has carried over into every part of my life.

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Really great points, Peter Thanos . The importance of warming up and cooling down can’t be overstated—and as I get older, I find myself valuing those moments even more. Thanks for sharing your insight and helping keep the focus on longevity and smart training.