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Jiu-Jitsu Secrets Podcast

Welcome to the Jiu-Jitsu Secrets Podcast! This show is for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) students and fans who want to learn how to navigate the rollercoaster journey Jiu-Jitsu takes us on. Start dramatically growing your Jiu-Jitsu in as little as 10 (ish) minutes each day. Each podcast is short but with priceless information in bite-size chunks. Learn from Chasen Hill, 1st degree BJJ black belt with 13 plus years of teaching and training experience. Inside each episode, Chasen shares his biggest ”a-ha moments” and Jiu-Jitsu secrets with complete transparency. From though lessons learned, to mindset, to pure Jiu-Jitsu training strategy, Chasen pulls you into his world and shares his personal journey and secrets to growing as a Jiu-Jitsu student.
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Episodes

Henry Akins Seminar | EP39

In this episode, Chasen discusses his experience at the Henry Akins seminar from this past weekend. Lesson learned and passing down thoughts and experiences. Start Taking Ownership Today www.chasenhill.com Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review...

Mar 06, 202316 minEp. 39

White Belt Series: Part 2 of 2 (Offensive Skills) | EP38

This is the second chapter of a new series to help students on what positions and techniques to start focusing on based on their belt rank. Of course, nothing is set in stone and might vary depending on who you are. Start Taking Ownership Today www.chasenhill.com Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@...

Mar 02, 202314 minEp. 38

How A Blue Belt Tapped Me Out In Last Nights Training | EP 37

Check out this story about how a blue belt tapped me out in last night's training. If you aren't putting yourself in bad positions, then what are you evening doing? Start Taking Ownership Today www.chasenhill.com Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful...

Feb 28, 202319 minEp. 37

White Belt Series: Part 1 of 2 (Defensive Skills) | EP 36

This is the first chapter of a new series to help students on what positions and techniques to start focusing on based on their belt rank. Of course, nothing is set in stone and might vary depending on who you are. Start Taking Ownership Today www.chasenhill.com Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@c...

Feb 23, 202321 minEp. 36

Dealing With Imposter Syndrome | EP 35

The imposter syndrome will happen at some point in your Jiu-Jitsu career. Unfortunately, some have an easier time overcoming it than others. In this episode, Chasen gives insight into what leads to it and how to overcome it. Start Taking Ownership Today www.chasenhill.com Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me a...

Feb 22, 202319 minEp. 35

How A Jiu-Jitsu Red Belt Choked Me Out | EP 34

My journey to becoming a Jiu-Jitsu instructor and how I got choked out by a Jiu-Jitsu red belt! Start Taking Ownership Today www.chasenhill.com Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Cha...

Feb 17, 202319 minEp. 34

How To Get The Most Value Out Of Drilling With Partners Or Training Dummies | EP 33

In this episode, Chasen talks about how to get the most value out of drilling. Start Taking Ownership Today www.chasenhill.com Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chasen Hill Instagra...

Feb 15, 202320 minEp. 33

Thinking About How To Keep Yourself Safe While Training | EP32

In this episode, Chasen answers a listener's questions about training with previous injuries. Start Taking Ownership Today www.chasenhill.com Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chase...

Feb 10, 202318 minEp. 32

Students Journey From White To Blue Belt (w/Josh Dyba) Pt. 2 | EP 31

Every student's journey from white to blue belt is different. In this episode, Chasen sits down with Josh Dyba to give his take. Check out the full video episode here on YouTube Start Taking Ownership Today www.chasenhill.com Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars ...

Feb 06, 202319 minEp. 31

How To Be A Helpful and Valuable Training Partner | EP 30

Thank you for the listener question! This episode is on the topic of how to be a helpful training partner as a bigger student. Start Taking Ownership Today www.chasenhill.com Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow...

Feb 02, 202317 minEp. 30

Reflecting On Last Weekends Instructors Camp | EP 29

In this episode, Chasen discusses his thoughts from last week's instructors camp. Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chasen Hill Instagram - @chasenhill Facebook - Chasen Hill...

Jan 31, 202321 minEp. 29

My Thoughts On Why 90% Of Students Quit Jiu-Jitsu | EP28

This episode is dedicated to taking ownership of your Jiu-Jitsu. Around 90% of people that start Jiu-Jitsu quit. I believe a big reason is due to them not taking ownership. The problem is no one teaches you how. Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful ...

Jan 26, 202321 minEp. 28

How To Focus Your Training Against Specific Body Styles Of Grapplers | EP 27

In this episode, Chasen answers a listener's questions regarding training against various body types of training partners. How to train against long & lanky, short & stocky, flexible, etc.. Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show...

Jan 23, 202314 minEp. 27

Gordon Ryan Signs 7 Figure Deal | EP26

Gordon Ryan just announced his new grappling contract with FloGrappling. Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chasen Hill Instagram - @chasenhill Facebook - Chasen Hill...

Jan 19, 202318 minEp. 26

How To Get The Most Out Of Private Lesson | EP 25

In this episode, Chasen gives some advice on how to gain the most out of private lessons. Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chasen Hill Instagram - @chasenhill Facebook - Chasen Hil...

Jan 16, 202317 minEp. 25

Tapping & Telling: Why It’s Good | Ep24

There are a lot of unwritten rules in Jiu-Jitsu. One is tapping and telling. This is normally frowned on. In this episode, Chasen provides a different perspective. Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social ...

Jan 13, 202314 minEp. 24

Help for Bigger Students Training Jiu-Jitsu | Ep23

There is a lot of advice for small guys training Jiu-Jitsu, but not as much for bigger students. In this episode, Chase advises bigger students looking for help. Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social me...

Jan 11, 202314 minEp. 23

Academy Environments and Bad Instructors | Ep 22

In this episode, Chasen answers a listens to questions about changing academics, environments, and bad instructors. Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chasen Hill Instagram - @chasen...

Jan 06, 202319 minEp. 22

The Warm Up Dilemma in Jiu-Jitsu (w/Josh Dyba) Pt. 1 | Ep 21

The debate about Jiu-Jitsu warm-ups is a hot topic right now. In this episode, Chase shares his views on what effective warms are and if they are needed. Check out the video episode here on YouTube Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show...

Jan 04, 202321 minEp. 20

Episode 20 - New Year, New Jiu-Jitsu Goals for 2023

Finding and setting new goals can be exciting but also challenging. In this episode, I share some goals I accomplished and one's I didn't accomplish so far in my Jiu-Jitsu career. Top Product Recommendations: Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) F...

Jan 02, 202314 minEp. 20

Episode 19 - Thoughts on grappling and training dummies, are they worth it?

It can be challenging at times to make it to the mat consistently. This is where training dummies might be a good option. I've seen several over the years, some better than others. In this episode, Chase gives his thoughts on how to use them best. Grappling Dummy - Grapple Smarty 2.0: Use Code: "CHASEN5" for a discount Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a h...

Dec 28, 202216 minEp. 19

Episode 18- Advice For Smaller White Belts Training Jiu-Jitsu

When I started training Jiu-Jitsu, I was 130lbs. At times it feels and seems like Jiu-Jitsu doesn't work. Here are 5 areas I wish I could have focused on sooner as a smaller white belt. Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chasen Hill Instagram - @chasenhill Facebook - Chasen Hill...

Dec 26, 202217 minEp. 18

Episode 17 - What is the difference between BJJ, AJJ, or GJJ?

Jiu-Jitsu is confusing nowadays. You hear different types of Jiu-Jitsu, such as BJJ, AJJ, or even GJJ. In this episode, Chase gives his takes on all of them and shares their differences. Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chasen Hill Instagram - @chasenhill Facebook - Chasen Hill...

Dec 19, 202218 minEp. 17

Episode 16 - It’s Not About Who Excels The Fastest, But Who Stays The Longest

It's hard not to compare yourself to other students who are excelling faster than you or those who are a bit better. Just remember, it's about who's left over the next few years. Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chasen Hill Instagram - @chasenhill Facebook - Chasen Hill...

Dec 16, 20229 minEp. 16

Episode 15 - Quick Tips for White Belts to Focus on While Training

Here are 3 key things you can focus on while training as a white belt. Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chasen Hill Instagram - @chasenhill Facebook - Chasen Hill...

Dec 12, 20228 minEp. 15

Episode 14 - The 3 Pillars to Stay Successful In Jiu-Jitsu

The 3 pillars to keep you training Jiu-Jitsu long term. Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chasen Hill Instagram - @chasenhill Facebook - Chasen Hill...

Dec 09, 202218 minEp. 14

Episode 13 - Should I Switch From School A to School B

Let’s talk about the difference between Jiu-Jitsu academies. Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chasen Hill Instagram - @chasenhill Facebook - Chasen Hill...

Dec 07, 202213 minEp. 13

Episode 12 - How to Get the Most Out Of Watching Your Own Training Footage

Watching your own training footage can be a game-changer in identifying potential training needs. In this episode, Chasen shares a checklist of what to look for while breaking down your own training footage. Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chasen Hill Instagram - @chasenhill Faceb...

Dec 05, 202212 minEp. 12

Episode 11 - Becoming a Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

How do you actually become a Jiu-Jitsu Instructor? What is the path or route? Let's talk about it! Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chasen Hill Instagram - @chasenhill Facebook - Chasen Hill...

Dec 01, 202219 minEp. 11

Episode 10 - Free Jiu-Jitsu content vs paid

Should you pay for Jiu-Jitsu content or not? Why shouldn't it all just be free, or should be paid for? Questions are always encouraged. Please submit them via social media on Instagram via voice message if possible or email me at chasen@chasenhill.com Leave the show 5 stars and a helpful review to show your support :) Follow on social media: YouTube - Chasen Hill Instagram - @chasenhill Facebook - Chasen Hill...

Nov 30, 202212 minEp. 10
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