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A Grappler's Diary: 151 Notes on the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Experience
Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art that is easy to get obsessed with.
For me, the obsession began at 17 when I walked into my first Jiu-Jitsu academy.
Throughout my decade of training, I've kept a consistent journal of insights, regrets, stories, and lessons learned on the mat. This is that journal.
This book contains 151 notes on the Jiu-Jitsu experience from someone who has devoted their entire adult life to it. It will make you a better, smarter, and more focused practitioner. It will be easier to digest than most techniques you learn in Jiu-Jitsu class.
This is A Grappler's Diary. This is the book I wish I had when I was getting into Jiu-Jitsu.
Enjoy.
For me, the obsession began at 17 when I walked into my first Jiu-Jitsu academy.
Throughout my decade of training, I've kept a consistent journal of insights, regrets, stories, and lessons learned on the mat. This is that journal.
This book contains 151 notes on the Jiu-Jitsu experience from someone who has devoted their entire adult life to it. It will make you a better, smarter, and more focused practitioner. It will be easier to digest than most techniques you learn in Jiu-Jitsu class.
This is A Grappler's Diary. This is the book I wish I had when I was getting into Jiu-Jitsu.
Enjoy.
162 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 13, 2025
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March 31, 2025
Style of the book reminds of Ryan Holliday, however, because it’s centred around Jiu Jitsu it’s so much cooler!
Some great thoughts tied up in neat writing.
The biggest takeaway for me though? The same thoughts, feelings and questions you have about Jiu Jitsu are literally what a world champion goes through. Something that every practitioner should read as there are nuggets for everyone at every level to absorb.
Some great thoughts tied up in neat writing.
The biggest takeaway for me though? The same thoughts, feelings and questions you have about Jiu Jitsu are literally what a world champion goes through. Something that every practitioner should read as there are nuggets for everyone at every level to absorb.
February 1, 2025
Short concise book with extremely good suggestions and advice on training jiu jitsu and writing. Author also provides wisdom over attitude, approach to training Jiu Jitsu (sometimes applicable to other activities and life). Definitely a fun read!
May 5, 2025
This was a fantastic read. It was written by someone who’s given their life to their passion for Jiu-Jitsu. I recommend this book whether you’re a new grappler, advanced player, or someone looking for clean real advice to better yourself on or off the mats.
February 23, 2026
151 notes of a grapplers experience across all sorts of topics. From how to deal with expectations, learning, frustrations, etc...
Easy read and easy recommendation for any grappler.
Its kinda short but its full of useful tips and valuable reflections.
Easy read and easy recommendation for any grappler.
Its kinda short but its full of useful tips and valuable reflections.
February 1, 2025
Un libro escrito desde el jiujitsu hacia afuera. Reflexiones transversales para llevarse al resto de ámbitos de la vida.
July 3, 2025
a pretty honest view
a pretty fair and honest look at the practice of and competition in contemporary jiu jitsu. mostly light reading but some very pointed sections as well.
a pretty fair and honest look at the practice of and competition in contemporary jiu jitsu. mostly light reading but some very pointed sections as well.
January 20, 2026
enjoyed it. I snapped a lot of pictures of the pages and shared the quotes with my friends. helpful before competition
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