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by Emerald Grappling

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Welcome to the Emerald Grappling Podcast, your monthly deep dive into the dynamic world of grappling in Ireland. Each episode explores the vibrant scenes of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and Wrestling across the country. Join us as we feature insightful conversations with top competitors and esteemed coaches, offering unparalleled perspectives on the sports you love. Tune in for expert analysis, compelling stories, and invaluable insights from the heart of Ireland's grappling community. All episodes are available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! 🎙️

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Episode thumbnail for #25 Kacper Sawicki: The Sacrifices Nobody Sees Behind Becoming a Great Martial Artist!

July 27, 2026

#25 Kacper Sawicki: The Sacrifices Nobody Sees Behind Becoming a Great Martial Artist!

<p>What would you sacrifice to become a great martial artist?In this episode of the Emerald Grappling Podcast, Aaron is joined by Kacper Sawicki, a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, black belt in Kickboxing, striking coach at Lakeland Jiu Jitsu and an active competitor on the Irish grappling scene.Kacper takes us through his journey from boxing, kickboxing and Muay Thai into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, discussing how his striking background continues to influence his grappling today. We explore his original MMA ambitions, the moment BJJ became more than just preparation, and how the sport became a lifelong pursuit.We discuss the ACL injury that tested his mindset, how setbacks have changed his approach to training, and the discipline required to balance multiple training sessions, coaching, work and life while continuing to chase improvement.Kacper also shares his evolution as a coach, his calm approach to teaching, and why constantly learning is essential for becoming better on and off the mats. From travelling to train in Thailand, Poland and Scramble camps, to learning from different coaches and environments, he explains how seeking new perspectives has shaped his development.We dive into the importance of training partners, competing through adversity, and the lessons that come from both winning and losing. Finally, we look towards the future - his goals as a competitor, coach and the legacy he hopes to build within Irish Jiu-Jitsu.A conversation about discipline, sacrifice, resilience and the mindset required to keep improving.⏱️ CHAPTERS🟢 FOLLOW KACPER SAWICKIInstagram → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ghost_grappling/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/ghost_grappling/</a>🟢 FOLLOW LAKELAND JIU JITSUFacebook → <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LakelandJiuJitsu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.facebook.com/LakelandJiuJitsu</a>Instagram → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lakelandjiujitsu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/lakelandjiujitsu/</a>Website → <a href="https://lakelandjiujitsu.eu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://lakelandjiujitsu.eu</a>---🟢 FOLLOW EMERALD GRAPPLINGInstagram → @emeraldgrapplingTikTok → @emeraldgrappling👍 Like, Share &amp; Subscribe for more Irish Jiu-Jitsu conversations!#EmeraldGrapplingPodcast #KacperSawicki #LakelandJiuJitsu #IrishBJJ #BJJIreland #BJJ #JiuJitsu #Grappling #NoGi #Kickboxing #MuayThai #Striking #BJJCoach #BJJCompetition #PurpleBelt #MartialArts #CombatSports #BJJLifestyle #GrapplingPodcast #IrishGrappling #GhostGrappling #BJJTraining #JiuJitsuMindset #BJJCommunity #SubmissionGrappling #IBJJF #NoGiJiuJitsu #MartialArtsPodcast</p>

Episode thumbnail for #24 Ruairi Keena & Dave Hynes: The Story of Lakeland Jiu Jitsu, Injury & Legacy!

June 29, 2026

#24 Ruairi Keena & Dave Hynes: The Story of Lakeland Jiu Jitsu, Injury & Legacy!

<p>In this special 2-year anniversary episode of the Emerald Grappling Podcast, Aaron is delighted to be joined by two of his own coaches from Lakeland Jiu Jitsu: Ruairi Keena and Dave Hynes. Ruairi, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, and Dave, a Brown Belt, share the story of their journeys through the sport.</p><p>We explore the origins of Lakeland Jiu Jitsu, tracing its roots from the early days of Mullingar Grappling to the thriving club it has become today. Ruairi and Dave reflect on the challenges of building a club from the ground up, the uncertainty of those formative years, and the moments that tested their commitment to the mats. They discuss what kept them moving forward when progress was slow and success was far from guaranteed.</p><p>Dave opens up about his return from a serious ACL injury and the lessons learned through recovery, resilience, and adapting his training approach. Together, they discuss the role of strength and conditioning in longevity, why so many grapplers neglect it, and how setbacks can often become the catalyst for growth.</p><p>The conversation also explores the realities of balancing family life, coaching responsibilities, and personal development. Ruairi and Dave share how parenthood has shaped their perspective both on and off the mats, the life lessons they hope to pass on to their children, and the challenges of managing multiple responsibilities while continuing to grow within the sport.We also dive into competition, the evolution of their jiu jitsu over the years, and why both have remained committed to a pressure-heavy, gi-focused style in an era increasingly dominated by no-gi grappling. Ruairi reflects on what earning his black belt meant to him, while both coaches discuss the techniques, concepts, and philosophies that have stood the test of time.</p><p>Finally, Ruairi and Dave share their coaching philosophies, what they look for in students who have the potential to go all the way to black belt, and the legacy they hope Lakeland Jiu Jitsu leaves behind for future generations.Some clubs produce competitors. Others build communities. Lakeland Jiu Jitsu has spent years building both.</p><p><br></p><p>⏱️ CHAPTERS</p><p><br></p><p>🟢 FOLLOW RUAIRI &amp; DAVE ON INSTAGRAM</p><p>Ruairi&#39;s Instagram → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ruairi_keena/⁠" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/ruairi_keena/⁠</a></p><p>Dave&#39;s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/david_hynes_/<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ruairi_keena/⁠" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/ruairi_keena/⁠</a></p><p><br></p><p>---------------------------------------------------------------------------</p><p><br></p><p>🟢 FOLLOW LAKELAND JIU JITSU</p><p>Facebook → <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LakelandJiuJitsu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.facebook.com/LakelandJiuJitsu</a></p><p>Instagram → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lakelandjiujitsu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/lakelandjiujitsu/</a></p><p>Website → <a href="https://lakelandjiujitsu.eu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://lakelandjiujitsu.eu</a></p><p><br></p><p>----------------------------------------------------------------------------</p><p><br></p><p>🟢 FOLLOW EMERALD GRAPPLING</p><p>Instagram → @emeraldgrappling</p><p>TikTok → @emeraldgrappling</p><p>👍 Like, Share &amp; Subscribe for more Irish Jiu-Jitsu conversations!</p><p><br></p><p>#EmeraldGrapplingPodcast #IrishBJJ #BJJIreland #LakelandJiuJitsu #JiuJitsuPodcast #BJJPodcast #BrazilianJiuJitsu #BJJCommunity #BJJCoach #BJJLife #Grappling #SubmissionGrappling #GiJiuJitsu #NoGiJiuJitsu #PressurePassing #BJJTraining #MartialArtsPodcast #JiuJitsuJourney #ACLRecovery #SportsInjuryRecovery #StrengthAndConditioning #CombatSports #WrestlingAndGrappling #JiuJitsuLifestyle #BJJBlackBelt</p>

Episode thumbnail for #23 John Barry: How To Build A BJJ Brand, No-Gi Mastery in Ireland & Crank Cashout!

April 20, 2026

#23 John Barry: How To Build A BJJ Brand, No-Gi Mastery in Ireland & Crank Cashout!

<p>In this episode of the Emerald Grappling Podcast, Aaron is joined by John Barry, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and the founder of the brand, Crank. John shares from his early days in the sport to his evolution into a black belt. The centrepiece of our discussion is the entrepreneurial hustle behind building Crank. John pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to manage gear design, branding, and web development single-handedly, and identifies the pivotal &quot;wins&quot; that proved his vision was working. We explore his philosophy on athlete sponsorship, including his recent signing of Erik Souza, a highly decorated BJJ Black Belt competitor here on the Irish BJJ scene, and what he looks for in a representative beyond just a winning record.We also dive into the competition side of the brand with the Crank Cashout. John breaks down the origins of the event, the lessons learned from the inaugural Crank Invitational show, and why he chose a submission-only, straight-elimination format to test the grit of the competitors. He shares his vision for the future of these platforms and what&#39;s next on the horizon for Crank.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 - 01:18 Introduction &amp; John Barry&#39;s Origin story01:19 - 03:05 Jiu Jitsu is the challenge that keeps giving03:06 - 05:25 Feeling Jiu Jitsu Concepts with Dima Murovanni &amp; Scramble Camps05:26 - 07:30 Closed Guard &amp; K- Guard Evolution07:31 - 08:43 NoGi Jiu Jitsu training &amp; Irish Talent08:44 - 10:02 When Jiu Jitsu became more than a hobby10:03 - 14:53 Crank BJJ origins &amp; Crank Invitational14:54 - 17:05 Running Crank BJJ17:06 - 18:44 Erik Souza Signs with Crank BJJ18:45 - 20:01 What brands look for when sponsoring athletes20:02 - 22:50 Working with Sponsored Athletes22:51 - 23:02 Reach out Crank23:03 - 23:51 Opening the Crank Academy23:52 - 26:55 Crank Invitational 26:56 - 28:30 Running Future Events28:31 - 34:44 Crank Cash Out Event34:45 - 35:56 Changes to Future Events35:57 - 37:19 Come out to the Crank Cash Out37:20 - 39:19 Getting Comfortable Running Competitions39:20 - 41:37 What&#39;s next for Crank?41:38 - 43:20 John&#39;s Vision for Crank43:21 - 44:21 Where to find Crank BJJ Online44:22 - 44:44 Shout Out Longford Jiu Jitsu44:45 - 45:09 Like Share &amp; Subscribe, Outro🟢 FOLLOW CRANK ONLINEInstagram → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/crank_bjj/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/crank_bjj/</a>⁠Website → <a href="https://crank.ie/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://crank.ie/</a>----------------------------------------------------------------------------🟢 FOLLOW LAKELAND JIU JITSUFacebook → <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LakelandJiuJitsu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.facebook.com/LakelandJiuJitsu</a>Instagram → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lakelandjiujitsu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/lakelandjiujitsu/</a>Website → <a href="https://lakelandjiujitsu.eu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://lakelandjiujitsu.eu</a>----------------------------------------------------------------------------🟢 FOLLOW EMERALD GRAPPLINGInstagram → @emeraldgrapplingTikTok → @emeraldgrappling👍 Like, Share &amp; Subscribe for more Irish Jiu-Jitsu conversations!#EmeraldGrappling #CrankBJJ #JohnBarry #CrankCashout #NoGi #BJJBlackBelt #SubOnly #BJJIreland #IrishBJJ #BJJEntrepreneur #JiuJitsuBrand #FightGear #Grappling #SubmissionOnly #BJJLifestyle #JiuJitsu #BJJ #MartialArts #CombatSports #NoGiGrappling</p>

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What is Emerald Grappling?

Welcome to the Emerald Grappling Podcast, your monthly deep dive into the dynamic world of grappling in Ireland. Each episode explores the vibrant scenes of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and Wrestling across the country. Join us as we feature insightful conversations with top competitors and esteemed coaches, offering unparalleled perspectives on the sports you love. Tune in for expert analysis, compelling stories, and invaluable insights from the heart of Ireland's grappling community.

All episodes are available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! 🎙️

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This podcast updates bi-weekly.

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