Level Up Grappling Podcast
104 episodes Last Updated: Apr 23, 25
Level Up Grappling is a podcast that shares the stories and journeys of grappling from legends in the art to the everyday practitioner. Our mission is to help level up the grappler's mind, body, and spirit by learning from each other and masters in our art of submission grappling. Raw, offensive, and disruptive - you're going to love it.
Episodes
Apr 23, 2025
LUG Return of the Head Hunter
Tom Higgins is back to discuss Wrestling Wars 9; Collar and Elbow Wrestling and so much more! Email Coach Bryan for Seminars and Distance Coaching: levelupgrappling@gmail.com
Apr 16, 2025
LUG Les Allen
This week we sit down with UK MMA Pioneer Les Allen - BJJ Black Belt, Catch Wrestler, Kickboxer and innovator. Les Allen has been one of the leaders in the UK MMA scene for over 25 years. Coach Bryan is available for Clinics and Seminars world wide. Email: levelupgrappling@gmail.com for info.
Apr 08, 2025
LUG The Pit Master John Hackleman
This week we sit down with Legendary Coach - The Pit Master John Hackleman. Get ready to learn from a legend! Coach Bryan is available for seminars and camps worldwide. Email: levelupgrappling@gmail.com for details.
Apr 04, 2025
Wrestling Championships and the 100 Second Scam
Are you a submission grappler and confused about wrestling rule sets? Are you a law enforcement officer that has been scammed by the "100 Second Rule"? This episode is for you.Coach Bryan is available for Seminars and Private Lessons world wide. Email: levelupgrappling@gmail.com
The boys talk about key take aways from the NCAA Finals, insights on how to watch wrestling matches for submission grapplers, and answered a very interesting listener inquiry.Coach Bryan is available for Seminars and Camps world wide. Email: levelupgrappling@gmail.com
Mar 25, 2025
Controversies in Drilling
Grapplezilla is finally back and he has some questions? What the hell is going on with people rejecting drilling in BJJ? Coach Bryan is available for Clinics and Camps worldwide. Email for details: levelupgrappling@gmail.com
Mar 20, 2025
LUG BJJ Black Belt Jason Hughes
In this episode we sit down with 3rd degree Black Belt Jason Hughes. Jason has been training for over 20 years and also runs an anti aging clinic in OC - https://rejuveantiaging.com/Coach Bryan is available for Seminars and Camps Worldwide. Email us for details! levelupgrappling@gmail.com
Mar 12, 2025
LUG Harley Flanagan
In this episode we sit down with Music Icon and BJJ Black Belt Harley Flanagan. Harley discusses the new documentary coming out about his life: Wired for Chaos, being a student of Renzo Gracie, the Cro Mags and so much more!Coach Bryan is available for Seminars and Camps worldwide. Email: levelupgrappling@gmail.com
Mar 04, 2025
LUG Javier Vasquez
In this episode we sit down with legendary MMA fighter and Superstar Grappler Javier Vasquez. Get ready for one of the most electrifying conversations regarding the current state of grappling.Coach Bryan is available for Clinics and Camps worldwide. DM @levelup_grappling or @pcijiujitsu for inquiries.
Feb 26, 2025
LUG Mick Shore
In this episode we sit down with UK BJJ Black Belt and Catch Wrestler Mick Shore. What was it like training under the Legendary Larry Hartsell? How to keep authenticity and grit in grappling arts and so much more!Coach Bryan is available for Clinics and Seminars Worldwide! DM for booking requests and details.