Traveling & Training: The Unwritten Rules Every BJJ Practitioner Should Know

Ever wondered what the proper etiquette is when dropping into a new Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy while traveling? In Episode 138 of the 40 & Fighting Podcast, we dive into one of the most important—and often overlooked—aspects of training: how to be a respectful visitor on the mats. Whether you're traveling for work, vacation, or competition, representing yourself and your home academy matters. We share our own experiences training at different gyms, discuss the unwritten rules of academy etiquette, and talk about how to make a great first impression while learning from new teammates and instructors. From introducing yourself properly to understanding different gym cultures, this episode is packed with practical advice for anyone who loves training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on the road. In this episode: Traveling and training at new BJJ academies Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym etiquette The dos and don'ts of visiting another academy Representing your home team with respect Rolling with unfamiliar training partners Learning from different instructors and styles Why every academy has its own culture Stories from training while traveling Whether you're a white belt planning your first drop-in or a seasoned grappler who trains everywhere you go, this episode will help you avoid common mistakes and get the most out of every experience on the mats. Question for the comments: What's the best academy you've ever visited while traveling? And what's one etiquette rule every visitor should know? If you enjoy honest conversations about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, competition, judo, training, and life, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of 40 & Fighting! Join the Discord and be part of the team https://discord.gg/MUgrpSc2nt Save your feet mat burn: https://amzn.to/3uLkJjh Blath Path Gear: https://theblkpath.com/ IG: John: https://www.instagram.com/ghostninjasd Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/beardrolls 40ANDFIGHITNG: https://www.instagram.com/40andfighting_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@40andfighting