The Strenuous Life Podcast with Stephan Kesting

← The Strenuous Life Podcast with Stephan Kesting24. Feb. · 39 Min.

443 - Twenty-seven Red Flags to Avoid When Picking a BJJ Club

443 - Twenty-seven Red Flags to Avoid When Picking a BJJ Club24. Feb.39 Min.

Telltale traits of toxic schools by Stephan Kesting, a BJJ black belt for 20 years.  Did he miss any red flags?

RED FLAGS

01:24 No cross-training

01:41 Separating you from friends and family

02:30 No trial classes

03:35 No talking to current students

03:55 No watching classes

04:14 Instructor's name + SA = positive

05:19 "Master"

06:27 No sparring till blue belt

07:27 No questions in class

09:07 Poor hygiene and dirty mats