Grapple Asia Interview Ep. 32 | Dan Reid | Danimal Jiu-Jitsu in Taiwan

Dan's Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danimaljiujitsu/?hl=enCatch Jiu-Jitsu: https://www.instagram.com/catchjiujitsu/?hl=enCatch FB: https://www.facebook.com/catchjiujitsu?mibextid=LQQJ4dSponsors: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/Pizza Maru Thailandhttps://www.instagram.com/pizzamaru_thailand/?hl=enCreontes.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 Grapple Asia Podcast, we sit down with Dan Reid, Head Coach of Catcj Jiu-Jitsu and one of the most successful Jiujitsu competitors in Taiwanese history. Originally from Scotland, Dan shares his journey from a being a basketball player to an accomplished MMA fighter to Jiu-Jitsu coach. He provides insights into his innovative coaching methods, overcoming challenges in Taiwan, fostering gym culture, and practical advice for Jiu-Jitsu practitioners. Dan also discusses the impact of his live training approach and his experiences with global Jiu-Jitsu communities all over the world.Timestamps-----------------------------0:00 Introduction & Sponsors01:21 Guest Introduction: Dan Reid02:17 Dan Reid's Journey in Sports03:08 Transition to Jiu-Jjitsu & Moving to Taiwan04:10 Establishing Kaohsiung BJJ14:07 Coaching Philosophy & Methodology17:36 Challenges & Successes in Coaching28:46 Identifying Talent & Industry Insights31:57 Cultural Influences on Martial Arts33:19 Unique Training Cultures Around the World36:46 Challenges of Building a Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Taiwan38:05 Fostering a Strong Gym Culture40:21 Coaching Strategies & Delegation42:10 Match Analysis47:19 Rapid Fire55:53 Future Plans & Reflections1:01:35 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 #danimalbjj #catchjiujitsu #coaching