Off The Mat Podcast

19/06/2022

We have officially earned another stripe!!🥋🏅 Thanks to another 60 minute session of rolling, we passed our testing for promotions. Couldn’t have done it without all of the amazing friends and folks at our gym 😊

09/05/2022

"Take back your power, find your strength. I want you to feel just how strong you really are. When you do find it, I don't want you to settle for anything less ever again."
-Dimitria Manning

Take a listen to our 10th episode where we delve into our findings of empowerment through our sport, even after traumatic experiences. 🥋

09/05/2022

"Take back your power, find your strength. I want you to feel just how strong you really are. When you do find it, I don't want you to settle for anything less ever again."
-Dimitria Manning
Listen to our 10th episode where we delve into our findings of empowerment through jiu jitsu, even after traumatic experiences.

14/03/2022

Episode 6 is now out! “Q&A with K&J”

This was our take on q&a session so that you guys get to learn a little bit more about us!

Watch us on Youtube, Listen to us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or play us on your computer at work (we won’t tell anyone😎).

28/02/2022

Our first episode with a guest speaker: “On Dicks & Chicks” with the one and only .up22!

From perspectives on rolling with girls, to clothing mishaps, to what the heck guys do with their dicks while rolling - we cover it all 😎

31/01/2022

We took the weekend off from training to visit Tampa for Gasparilla -

A packed day of golf cart rides, limousines, private boats, flowing booze and hundreds of beads, we took our competitive natures to a new level by fighting with everyone to see who could catch the most beads throughout the day.

We won, of course 😎

Back to the mat tomorrow!

31/01/2022

Our second episode is airing tonight!

We talk about the Do’s and Don’ts regarding jiu-jitsu class; even some that you might not expect.

You’ll be able to watch us on YouTube shortly, don’t worry.

Thanks for all the support so far, we hope you enjoy this episode and the many more to come :)

24/01/2022

Our podcasts are filmed too! 🤩

You’ll see us on Youtube shortly… for the meantime, here’s Justine speaking some beginner's advice for getting onto the mat. What do you think?

Listen to the full episode through the link in our bio or through the Spotify app!

23/01/2022

“Jiu Jitsu forges friendships in a way I’ve never known. Being involved in an art as intimate as this, where bodily connection is a must, the common cultural boundaries of personal space are broken. You will never see more hugs, high fives, and physical expressions of love than on the mats. Ultimately, this proves to be one of the most fulfilling aspects of our pursuit of mastery. Along the way, we learn to love others as we love ourselves.”
― Chris Matakas (BJJ black belt)

Getting some hiking in together at a local state park to recharge and reconnect ☀️

23/01/2022

23/01/2022

Justine is an avid outdoor enthusiast, aspiring writer and outspoken feminist. A Chicago native who loves to travel, she started training in jiu-jitsu when she moved to Florida and quickly fell in love with the sport. A j***y for adrenaline rushes, the physical and psychological challenges that jiu-jitsu presents keep her coming back for more. She combines her training with running, rock climbing, yoga, and the occasional hike in the flat Florida wilderness. As a result of her experiences on the mat, she is a strong proponent of martial arts as a vehicle for female empowerment and confidence.