John Danaher is a BJJ black belt under Renzo Gracie, and is known as one of the best BJJ instructors in the world.
The New Zealand born black belt has been praised by the BJJ community as being a master and brain of the art. Danaher is a highly intelligent individual, who has a Master degree in philosophy from Columbia University, and is totally focused on the evolution and improvement of Jiu-Jitsu. He is also the submission coach of none other than former UFC Welterweight Champion George Saint Pierre, Travis Stevens, Garry Tonon, Eddie Cummings and Gordon Ryan.
Danaher trains and teaches Jiu jitsu at Renzo Gracie’s Academy in New York.
John Danaher on what is the most valuable gift that Jiu-Jitsu can give you (From Eat Films BJJ documentary Jiu Jitsu VS the World).
Watch the entire interview where Danaher covers:
What is the role of a Jiu-Jitsu coach.
What is progress in Jiu-Jitsu and how does the coach help you progress.
Why do people start to train Jiu-Jitsu?
His Jiu-Jitsu story.
What he likes about Jiu-Jitsu.
How to define Jiu-Jitsu.
What is the most valuable gift that Jiu-Jitsu can give you.
How does Jiu-Jitsu benefit a group individuals on a social level?
Why is violence necessary.
What keeps him going in Jiu-Jitsu despite all his injuries.
His commitment to his students.
Is Jiu-Jitsu the main thing in his life?
