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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.
Episodes
9 episodes
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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What to Expect in a Real Fight: 4 Common Attacks and How to Deal with Them // Ep. 8
In this episode, we break down the four most common attacks you’ll face in a real street fight—and how to deal with each one using simple, effective Jiu Jitsu that you can learn in the Jiu Jitsu Five-O training app. From wild punches and headlo...
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20:33
Jiu Jitsu Isn’t Dangerous - A Lack of Training Is // Ep. 7
Some departments still think Jiu Jitsu is “too dangerous” to train. In this episode, we break down why that mindset is not only outdated—it’s reckless. We’ll talk about where the fear comes from, why controlled training is safer than annual DT ...
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27:35
Gi vs. No-Gi: What’s Actually Useful on the Street? // Ep. 6
In this episode of On the Wall, we dive into one of the most common debates in Jiu Jitsu: Gi vs. No-Gi. But instead of just breaking down the styles, we look at it through the lens of law enforcement. Which one better prepares you for ...
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Episode 6
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Calling Out the Bullsh** in Martial Arts With Rob From McDojo Life // Ep. 5
In this episode, we sit down with Rob from McDojo Life—the internet’s top watchdog for fake martial arts—to pull back the curtain on the shady world of McDojos, cult-like gyms, and so-called “masters” who are conning people around the globe. Fr...
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Episode 5
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Three Techniques to Start Training Right Now // Ep. 4
In this quick episode, I talk about three street applicable techniques to start training and incorporating into your game right now and why they're perfect for law enforcement or self defense situations.
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7:12
10 Reasons Instructors Need to Train on Their Own Time // Ep. 3
In this episode, we cover 10 reasons why instructors need to train on their own time to be the most effective instructor they can be. If you don't train something, you're not qualified to teach anyone that particular thing.
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