Episode 249: Gustavo Pires - a podcast by Ryan Ford: Grappling Enthusiast, Entrepreneur, Podcast Host

Gustavo “Siri” Pires is a decorated champion and instructor. He talks about appreciating the basics, having a sibling who trains, closed guard and competing against friends. He also talks about competing against Demian Maia and Comprido back in Brazil. Click “read more” for show notes!

SHOW NOTES:



* Origins

* Having a sibling in Jiu-Jitsu

* The speed of promotions in the 90’s vs today

* His nickname

* Learning from Professor Gordo

* Appreciating the basics

* Learning online: The double-edged sword

* His style

* Closed Guard

* The benefits of competing

* Competing against Comprido and Demian Maia back in the day

* Competing against your idols and against friends

* Committing to Jiu-Jitsu for life

* The Pummel

* Areas of his game that he still works to improve

* Why he loves teaching beginners and kids

* His advice to academy owners

* White belts and rolling



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