In this episode of The GI Spot Podcast, Kaz and Rach dive deep into one of the most powerful—and complicated—currencies in the Jiu Jitsu world: loyalty.

From students standing by their coaches through thick and thin, to coaches investing years of blood, sweat, and tears into their students’ journeys, loyalty can feel like the glue that holds a gym together—or the fault line that tears it apart.

We explore it all:
🌀 Loyalty between teammates, when trust off the mats is just as important as trust on them.
🌀 The sometimes blurry lines between friendship, business, and loyalty in running a gym.
🌀 When loyalty becomes toxic—and when it's the only thing that keeps you grounded.
🌀 How loyalty evolves through belt promotions, team changes, competition seasons, and life outside the gym walls.

Kaz and Rach get real about the beautiful, messy, and sometimes painful sides of loyalty, sharing personal experiences and hard-learned lessons along the way.

Whether you're a white belt wondering where you fit in, a coach building a tribe, or just someone who’s felt the sting (or strength) of loyalty in this wild world of Jiu Jitsu, this episode pulls no punches.

Come for the laughs, stay for the uncomfortable truths—and leave with a little more appreciation for the bonds that keep us rolling.

On this episode of The Gi Spot Podcast, Rach and Kaz sit down with one of the most exciting young grapplers on the Aussie scene—Jiu Jitsu phenom, purple belt powerhouse, and all-round top bloke, Jayden Davidson.

Jayden isn’t just another competitor—he’s a student of the game, a relentless workhorse, and someone who brings humility, heart, and humour to every mat he steps on. With over 100 matches under his belt (and that belt happens to be a very well-earned purple), Jayden has carved out a reputation as a technical beast with a warrior’s mindset. Whether it’s the local comp circuit or elite shows like Subversion, Jayden shows up ready to scrap and leave it all on the mats.

Fresh off a massive win in the Ultra Heavyweight Division at the Subversion Invitational, Jayden joins us to talk about his mindset going into high-pressure matches, the sacrifices and grind behind the scenes, and the importance of surrounding yourself with a strong team and supportive community.

We also dig into the other side of Jayden—the one outside of the rashie. From juggling training with full-time career, to what keeps him grounded, to how he stays motivated when the going gets tough—this is an episode that shines a light on what it takes to chase greatness while staying true to yourself.

Whether you're a seasoned black belt, a white belt finding your way, or just love a good story, Jayden’s journey will leave you inspired, fired up, and maybe a little sore just thinking about his training schedule.

Tune in, get inspired, and remember—no one rolls solo.

In this episode of The GI Spot, Kaz and Rach take a walk down memory lane—and straight onto the mats—reminiscing about the people who left a lasting impression on their Jiu Jitsu journeys. From the coaches who pushed them (sometimes literally), to the training partners who became unexpected mentors, to the silent supporters who showed up in the background—this episode is a love letter to the tribe that helped shape them into the grapplers (and humans) they are today.

They unpack the lessons that stuck, the words that motivated, and the small moments that became big milestones. Whether it was a training room pep talk, a brutal roll that sparked growth, or an offhand comment that lit a fire—these are the stories that remind us how much of Jiu Jitsu is about connection, not just technique.

If you've ever had someone in your corner—on or off the mats—this one’s for you.