Revolutionizing Jiu-Jitsu Training: A Conversation with Jeff Morris🥋 | The Shintaro Higashi Show

In this episode, Shintaro sits down with Jeff Morris, Owner & Head Instructor of Greenwich Jiu Jitsu Academy. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, United States Marine Corps veteran, and active Law Enforcement Detective, Jeff shares his incredible journey—from discovering BJJ in the Marines to building a thriving academy and using martial arts for self-defense, personal growth, and community building. Jeff’s 25 years of experience in BJJ, self-defense, and law enforcement brings deep insights into the power of martial arts on and off the mats. If you’re passionate about Jiu-Jitsu, gym culture, or personal development, this episode is a must-watch! Greenwich Jiujitsu Academy : www.greenwichjiujitsu.com 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:30 How Jeff began his journey? 00:04:32 Jeff's Career 00:10:25 Jeff's Approach 00:15:51 Does Jeff have a curriculum? 00:19:24 Difference between CLA & IP 00:24:17 Takedown games 00:28:12 How to incentivize people to stay on 00:41:00 Jeff's sports background 00:42:03 Where to find Jeff 00:44:27 Top 3 fun games Subscribe and click the bell 🔔 icon to be notified about new content drops & podcast episodes! Links: 🇯🇵 Kokushi Budo Institute (The Dojo) Class Schedule in New York, NY 🗽: https://www.kokushibudo.com/schedule 🇯🇵 Shop Higashi Brand Merch & Judo Instructionals: https://www.higashibrand.com 📚 Shintari Higashi x BJJ Fanatics Judo Courses & Instructionals Collection: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/s... 💡 Support us on Patreon:   / shintaro_higashi_show