About this episode

This episode discusses the unwritten rules of etiquette for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners when visiting new academies while traveling.

Ever wondered what the proper etiquette is when dropping into a new Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy while traveling? In Episode 138 of the 40 & Fighting Podcast, we dive into one of the most important—and often overlooked—aspects of training: how to be a respectful visitor on the mats. Whether you're traveling for work, vacation, or competition, representing yourself and your home academy matters. We share our own experiences training at different gyms, discuss the unwritten rules of academy etiquette, and talk about how to make a great first impression while learning from new teammates and instructors. From introducing yourself properly to understanding different gym cultures, this episode is packed with practical advice for anyone who loves training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on the road. In this episode: Traveling and training at new BJJ academies Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym etiquette The dos and don'ts of visiting another academy Representing your home team with respect Rolling with unfamiliar training partners Learning from different instructors and styles Why every academy has its own culture Stories from training while traveling Whether you're a white belt planning your…

People in this episode

Host: 40andfighting

Topics covered

• BJJ etiquette
• traveling for training
• academy culture
• first impressions
• training partners
• learning styles

Keywords

• BJJ
• academy etiquette
• training
• traveling
• first impressions
• grappling
• training partners

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

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