The Journey Into Jiu Jitsu With John Repp

04/06/2025 1h 47min Episodio 43

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In this episode, we sit down with our good friend John Repp — a full-time firefighter, small business owner, and brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. John shares how he started his own power washing business while balancing the demands of his career and training. We dive deep into his nine-year journey in jiu jitsu, where he opens up about the mental and physical challenges, the discipline it instilled, and how it’s shaped his life. He also gives practical advice for anyone thinking about joining a BJJ gym — what to expect, what to look for, and how to get started the right way. Whether you’re curious about martial arts, entrepreneurship, or just looking for some motivation, this episode has something for you.You can follow John here https://www.facebook.com/john.repp(00:00:00) Intro (00:02:32) Sheetz (00:05:47) Power Washing Business (00:41:40) Starting Jiu Jitsu (00:46:20) History of Jiu Jitsu (01:04:25) Getting Started (01:21:15) Practical Application (01:28:55) Cops Using BJJ (01:46:00) Outro