On the Wall w/ Jiu Jitsu Five-O
Welcome to On the Wall, a Jiu Jitsu lifestyle podcast for cops and first responders. Hosted by Jiu Jitsu black belt and former police officer Jason Swartz, the show explores how training on the mats applies to real-life situations—covering use of force, police training, fitness, mindset, and overall well-being. Whether you're looking to improve your skills, refine your approach to training, or just enjoy conversations with people who get it, On the Wall delivers insights, stories, and practical takeaways for those who live the training lifestyle on and off the job.
Podcasting since 2025 • 13 episodes
On the Wall w/ Jiu Jitsu Five-O
Latest Episodes
Excuses Are Like A**holes; Everybody Has One // Ep. 13
Back in high school football, my coach had a saying: “Excuses are like a**holes — everybody has one.” The same thing shows up in Jiu Jitsu. Over the years, I’ve heard every excuse in the book for why people don’t train — too old, too b...
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The Future of Instructor Certification // Ep. 12
Police training has been stuck in the past for too long — outdated methods, inconsistent standards, and instructors with little more than a certificate to show for it. In this episode, I break down why I created the Jiu Jitsu Five-O Online I...
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36:57
10 Reasons You Suck at Jiu Jitsu // Ep. 11
If your Jiu Jitsu feels stuck, it’s probably your fault. In this episode, I break down the top reasons people struggle on the mats, from skipping training and avoiding tough rolls to having zero game plan and blaming cardio for everything. Whet...
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5 Things That Suck About Traditional Police Defensive Tactics Training // Ep. 10
Traditional police defensive tactics training has some serious gaps—and anyone who’s worked the street knows it. In this episode, I’m breaking down five key problems that leave officers underprepared when things get real.We’ll talk about...
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26:57
5 Mistakes Cops Make When Grappling With a Suspect // Ep. 9
In this episode, we break down five of the most common mistakes officers make when grappling with a suspect — and why they can lead to dangerous outcomes. From relying too heavily on tools to failing to transition when a technique isn’t working...
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