Nico Carrillo is a Scottish Muay Thai fighter. He is the current WMO Welterweight World Champion, WMO Super Welterweight World Champion and ISKA Muay Thai World 65 kg Champion. As of January 16, 2024, he is ranked #1 in the ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai rankings.Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood…

Gary Bairos is a wrestler and filmmaker. He was a Division I All-American Wrestler, PAC 12 Champion and former Team Captain of the Arizona State University Sun Devils. Coach Bairos has trained at the Olympic training center in Colorado Springs and has strong roots to the world-renowned Sunkist wrestling program. He is a coach at Zeke Jones' Sun Dev…

Tim is one of my long-time Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu students and black belts. He is the eldest of 7 brothers and sisters. Tim has been teaching martial arts to kids for over 15 years and runs his after-school program in Santa Fe, New Mexico. It has been an honor to witness his growth over the years.Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” …

Waldomiro Perez Junior is a historical figure in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the state of São Paulo. A black belt in Jiu-Jitsu, graduated by Marcelo Behring, and a black belt in Judo trained by Olympic bronze medalist Shiak Ishi, Waldomiro has promoted renowned international fighters to black belt status, such as Roberto Godoi, Jorge Patino, and Max Tro…

Leo began his training in 1985 under the tutelage of Romero “Jacare” Cavalcanti. Leozinho or simply Leo Vieira, being famous for combining one of the most crowd-pleasing games in BJJ with an amazing track record.Leo is an IBJJF Black Belt World Champion and 2 x ADCC Champion with many other accolades and awards on his resume. He is a co-founder of …

It took Nolan 13 years to receive his BJJ Black Belt. Congratulations on your perseverance and example my friend. I’m very proud of you! Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

Gerardo Cruz is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, Jiu-Jitsu Instructor and Artist. It’s an honor to call him a student and friend.Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

Isaac Doederlein is an American Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under the legendary Rubens Charles, also known as “Cobrinha”.Isaac began his martial arts journey over 18 years ago, when his mother signed him on her church’s group judo program at the age of 11. At the age of 18, one month after finishing High School, Isaac Doederlein decided to inves…

Blake Kasemeier is a content creator, writer, story teller and now a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt. He shares his journey from being the lead singer in his punk band, going to Berkeley, working for TRX straight out of college, his passion for fitness and a whole lot more.Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your…

Ferrid Kheder is a retired French judo Olympian and a former professional mixed martial artist with 34 total fights. We became friends when we trained MMA at Team Quest with Dan Henderson. Ferrid later also received his BJJ Black Belt from Andre Galvao at Atos. I value our relationship and love to hear his stories from his travels all around the Wo…

Monika Toth Cingel is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black, TACFIT Head Coach at TACFIT LA here at Legacy in Burbank. Monika is originally from Slovakia with a degree in Philosophy. She shares her journey from the beginning of her TACFIT Journey to now TACFIT Senior Instructor, how it’s helped her Jiu-Jitsu and a lot more!…

Alexandre Maia Mascarenhas is a 5th Degree BJJ Black Belt, we’ve been friends and training together for close to 30 years. Alexandre is a very creative and talented musician who had a very popular group in Brazil named Manitu as well as a Music project named Xanel where he toured in Brazil for many years. He now produces and creates his own music u…

Sarah Moya is an American Female BJJ and MMA Pioneer beginning her Jiu-Jitsu Journey in 1999. She was an IBJJF Pan American Champion, and was the first female MMA fight in her native state of New Mexico. It was such an honor to sit down with her and talk about life, her fighting in Japan and some of our adventures together!I couldn’t be more proud …

Nick is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt under Matt Serra, Real Estate Investor and Host of the A Game Podcast, where he discusses what makes people excel in life, music, business, real estate investing for entrepreneurs to live the life they want and chase their dreams.

On Tuesday, August 8, devastation hit Lahaina, Maui. The entire town of Lahaina was burned to the ground including many family's second home, Aloha Roll Academy.For over twenty years, BJJ has brought exercise, stress relief, discipline and community to West Maui. Five years ago, they had a vision to create a space not just for adults and kids but f…

ICHARD BRESLER is widely recognized as the first student of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in the USA. For almost twenty years he worked closely alongside Rorion Gracie, helping to grow Jiu-Jitsu through the Gracie Garages, the Gracie Academy, and the early days of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He was one of the first Americans to earn a teaching certifica…

Kurt Osiander is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt under Ralph Gracie‘s tutelage. Osiander is one of the cult heroes in BJJ’s community, having been an active competitor since the mid 1990’s. Kurt Osiander’s straight forward personality and witty comments expressed in his video blog (Kurt Osiander’s Move of the Week) have given us well recognized ph…

Andre Lima is a world famous Taekwondo fighter and Grandmaster 8th Degree. Lima began training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Brazil in the 80s. In 1988 he moved to France and in 1990 relocated to the United States where he became a member of the original Machado Jiu Jitsu Academy in Redondo Beach, CA in the early 90s. In the mid 90s Lima and his wife Chri…

During the early 2000s, Todd was widely regarded as one of the top grapplers in the world. He’s a great story teller it’s always a blast spending time with him.

Had a great time with Maurizio Tangari hearing about how he got in to the fitness industry, his history with TACFIT, his HydroCore Bag invention and more!

Great to catch up with TACFIT Coach and Steel Mace Yoga founder Erin Furry. We talked about her journey, her new product Free to Move for Life and more! Sponsored by TACFIT.com

Coach and Professora Monika is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and the new head Coach at TACFIT LA. It’s been very inspiring to watch her grow in TACFIT and Jiu-Jitsu over the years.

Robert Miller is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and TACFIT Team Leader. Coach/Professor Robert will be relocating to Lake Saint Louis, Missouri after being the head coach of our TACFIT Program at TACFIT Los Angeles and Legacy HQ for the last 7 years. He will opening up his own TACFIT and Legacy Gym there.…

Professor Gilberto Castro, a black belt under "Luis" 'Limão " Heredia, shared this vision and set a goal to bring all the benefits he learned throughout his journey to black belt, to the local community of West Maui.

Founder of RŌL Academy in the Chicago Area and host of RŌL Radio. Always a great conversation.

John Combs is an ADCC West Coast Trials Winner, Multiple time IBJJF Open Black Belt Champ and is a phenomenal teacher as well. Always a great time connecting with him.

Nare is the head chef at Açai Jungle Cafe in Burbank, California. Her crazy journey again in New York at the age of 19 and eventually brought her back to LA and to Açai Jungle Cafe where she runs the busiest small kitchen with delicious food that brings in people from all over LA.

Arman is a SpaceX Engineer and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt. We discussed his BJJ journey, the meaning of life and a lot more!

An honor to sit down with this power couple. A life fully dedicated to Jiu-Jitsu and the Jiu-Jitsu Lifestyle. Lucas is currently one of the Top Lightweight Jiu-Jitsu Fighters in the World and Andressa is #1 ranked in the World for IBJJF already winning 3 IBJJF Gi and 1 No-Gi Black Belt Titles.

Founder of Ouano International long time maker of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kimonos, Fight gear and creator of the UFC glove! A lot of fun going down memory lane with my long time supporter and friend.

Casey Morrissey is a Skater and Martial Artist. Had a great time hearing about his journey in the two and the similarities. Casey now runs Refine Recovery a drug and alcohol treatment center. Always love to talking with someone who chases his passions.

Good times sitting down with Prof Zach, we talk about his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey to black belt, outerspace and more!

Professor Anjanette takes care of so many of us at Legacy. It was honor to sit down with her and talk about her journey to black belt and more!

Pleasure to sit down with Professor Erika and talk about her journey to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and a lot more!

Always a good time sitting down with my friend, student and now Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt.

Very proud of this young man. It’s been a pleasure watching him grow in to the professional martial arts instructor he’s become. We took the moment to reminisce his journey to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt.

Matt Afifi is a BJJ Black Belt and Firefighter. It’s been a big pleasure and honor to watch Matt grow up over the years. He’s been on the mats with us since he was 15 years old.

Fun time sitting down with this super dad and amazing human. Steven is the dad to Jonny and Ollie, also known as “The Twinjas”. Steven is a martial artist, stunt coordinator and stuntman. He was also well regarded for his work as Donatello in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and his role as "Chan" in Mortal Kombat.…

Eliot is a four-time Pan-American Jiu Jitsu champion and UFC Veteran. He has since retired from professional fighting, and is now the co-owner of Easton Training Center. Eliot is a Podcaster, Motivational Speaker, Author and good friend. Always a great time and I always learn spending time with him.

Great conversation with TACFIT Country Director of Peru Jesus. Jesus held his Certification and this October in Lima Peru, where I was able to have the great pleasure to spend time with him and see the great work he is doing.

Great conversation with Ralek Gracie talking about his new project, GENZAI Magazine bringing the past and present of martial arts together and much more. If you appreciate the quality of Japanese Martial Art Magazines and old Gracie or Tatami Magazines from Brazil like I have you will love GENZAI.

Legendary Kru Walter is a former Muay Thai Champion and veteran Muay Thai Coach. Loved hearing some of his origins and how he brought the world famous Sityodtong name to LA. Kru Walter was my former Muay Thai Coach so it was an honor to finally sit down with him after all these years.

“Pavão” Jessica De Lima Moran & “Chegado” Sean Moran are Capoeiristas, movement coaches and owners of Counter Balance in Eagle Rock, California! Pleasure to finally sit down with this power couple and discuss Capoeira, TACFIT, Human Connection and more!

George “Keto George” Harris has been working hard in our Alta MMA @trainalta program at Legacy for the last few months. George has lost about 260 lbs in the last 2 years and at his heaviest tipped the scale at 451 lbs! George shares his story of how he did it and more.

Always a fun time spent with the talented Coach Kevin “CaveMan” Tomacino. Kevin produces the Alberto Crane Show when he’s not on the mat training, teaching BJJ or MMA, he works as one of Legacy first impression specialists as well.

Mestre Mascara has been teaching in San Francisco for the last 5 years. Love connecting with the Capoeira community. Great to get to know Mestre Mascara and hear his story.

Pleasure to finally sit down and connect with Dylan Lipari of SUPERARE and hear their story of how they started in New York in 2011. Superare has grown to be a favorite among our students and around the world with cool life style fight inspired apparel and the top quality training gear, from Grappling to Muay Thai and a whole lot more! With stores …