Grapple Asia Interview Ep. 34 | Diwiz Piyalama | Rabindra's MFN17 Title shot

Diz's Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diwizpiyalama/LocknRoll IG: https://www.instagram.com/locknroll.mma/Guff Guff Pass Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/guffguffpass/Store: https://www.locknrollshop.comNepal Warrior Championship: https://nwcmma.comSponsors:Fight Aesthetic is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brand founded in the UK by Malaysian British visionaries of the Gentle Art in 2012. Get 10% OFFCode: GRAPPLEASIAhttps://www.fightaesthetic.asia Soft Spot Açaíhttps://www.instagram.com/softspot.acai/Creontes.comThe memetic lifestyle brand in grappling and performance sports. They create stylish Jiu-Jitsu apparel with a twist of humour. They've got quite the cult community and following. Use the discount code GRAPPLEASIA for 10% on all orders. Give them a follow on instagram at @chiefcreonte.Bangkok Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu https://bkkbjj.comInstagram: BKK.BJJ.ShopYou one-stop shop for high quality Jiu-Jitsu gear!Recorded and Edited by Modal Creative Studio: https://www.modalstudio.coOur mission here at Grapple Asia is to show case the hard work Jiujiteros in Asia doing what they love and making an impact through the power of Jiu-Jitsu. ===========================Connect with us! =============================IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/grplasia/IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/grappleasiapod/ FB: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/grplasia/===========================Subscribe and Listen to the Grapple Asia Podcast HERE===========================➡︎YT: https://www.youtube.com/@GRPLASIA ➡︎Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/grapple-asia-podcast/id1717848251➡︎Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2XC4Ct28MhyxJRHe8dpP0j?si=4893974dfb24499fDescription:In this episode of the podcast, we welcome back the Kingmaker: Head Coach of Lock n'Roll MMA, Co-Founder of Nepal Warrior Championship and the Co-host of the Nepali podcast Guff Guff Pass Diwiz Piyalama or as Arete Team calls him 'Diwi.'Diwi opens up about his journey in the MMA world, the importance of grassroots development, and his focus on making a well-rounded fight team. We discuss lessons learned from his tough loss at ONE and how he has been able to win in both home soil and internationally. The conversation also delves into gym management, coaching philosophies, handling competitions, and building a supportive gym culture. Diwi also delves into the preparations of fighters, specifically focusing on Rabindra's upcoming title fight at MFN and outlines his own strategies for personal growth and effective training.

*Podcast was recorded right before Diz was flying via Bangkok to Bali in final preparations for Rabindra's Title Match.

Timestamps-----------------------------0:00 Introduction & Sponsor Shoutouts0:57 Diwiz Piyalama (Diwi)1:50 Diz's Journey in Martial Arts3:14 Training & Coaching Strategies5:09 Upcoming Fight Preparations6:09 Insights on Jiu-Jitsu & MMA12:09 Managing a Martial Arts Gym14:08 Challenges & Experiences in Coaching24:25 The Importance of Attitude in Training30:51 Yuki's Background & Influence34:32 The Role of an Amplifier in Storytelling34:44 Training with Dedication & Respect35:29 Journey to Bali for SOMA & Mutual Respect36:04 Training Philosophy & Techniques37:17 Balancing Training & Rest38:34 Challenges of Being a Coach43:01 Student Competitions & Standards57:12 The Importance of Marketing in Jiu-Jitsu59:19 Gym Etiquette & Red Flags1:04:00 Gratitude-----------------------------===========================Here are the ways to work with us here at Grapple Asia: ===========================⚡️For Support inquires, or Business inquiries, please email ➡︎ mac@grappleasia.com#BJJ #JiuJitsu #nogi #GRAPPLING #podcasting #podcast #nogi #mma #brazilianjiujitsu #bjjlifestyle #grappleasia #grappleasiapodcast #grappleasiapod #justforcreators #modalbkk #dhantshot #locknrollmma #coaching