E111: Lou Temlett - Blue Belt

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Thank you so much for listening to the podcast over the last 12 months. This episode is a reflection on my jiu jitsu journey over the last year, what worked well and what didn't.

Mindlessly taking actions in life, particularly attending jiu jitsu sessions, and recording these jiu jitsu podcast episodes means that I have made significant progress.

I will be actively embracing my new found values of FIRE, PASSION and FREEDOM within my jiu jitsu game and also my business to continue to build a wholehearted community and much more progress.

Thank you all for your ongoing support, lets connect in 2026!

Topics:

• 2025 - What worked well
• Intention
• Values
• Notable Podcast Guests
• What didn't work well
• Being Decisive
• 2026 - Goals
• Running BJJ events

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Mike Clark has recently been promoted to Brown Belt, and we talk about the recent British Open tournament in Coventry, and some of the aches and pains that us as Masters competitors might experience!

'Jiu Jitsu saved my life' is a statement that relates to Mike's story. He shares parts of his story that echo the true value of being part of a community, especially one that is the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu community. The vibe of any Jiu Jitsu academy is founded within the heartfelt energy of the Head Coach, and therefore attract similar, like-minded people. This is where it is so important to find the right fit when choosing a club or academy to join.

Mike is founder of Grapple SNC, helping grapplers train smarter and for longer. He shares the value of taking a small amount of time to practice mobility. Mike has aims for 2026 and beyond, to coach more clients and to also increase his coaching in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He will also be continuing to have a sense of fun, and be that someone to talk to.

Topics:

• British Open
• Aches and pains
• Coaching style
• Open Mats
• Be Proactive
• Safety
• Trust
• Mobility
• Homelessness
• Coaching kids
• Have a sense fun

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Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeclarkyclark/

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Roger Gracie Marlow: https://www.instagram.com/rgamarlow/

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Hayley Valentine is a new Black Belt and has just had her 29th Birthday. Wishing you all a Happy Festive period, with some downtime, and at least one Open Mat!

Hayley opens up about what life was like before Jiu Jitsu and shares coming from a family of remarkable humans. She was thrilled to find such a different world on the mats, and just wanted to get fit.

Giving your all, is something that is close to Hayley's heart, and it's very clear that her passion is to put her whole self into everything she does. Taking opportunities to compete, especially at White and Blue Belt is something we should all embrace. Hayley will be giving her all to the upcoming Quatrolinhas Super Fight as she appears on the Main Card at the end of January 2026.

Hayley's message for 2026 to us all is to try new things, and take up new opportunities, and if anyone has any MC jobs for me or Hayley, do get in contact!

Topics:

• MMA
• Personalities
• Fitness
• Patience
• Donkey Guard
• Competition
• Confidence
• Black Belt Debut
• Women's Jiu Jitsu
• Quatrolinhas Super Fight

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Hayley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hayleyvmma/

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BST Academy: https://www.instagram.com/bstmmaacademy

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ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy

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