Feb 24, 2026
Telltale traits of toxic schools by Stephan Kesting, a BJJ black belt for 20 years. Did he miss any red flags?
RED FLAGS
01:24 No
cross-training
01:41 Separating you from
friends and family
02:30 No trial
classes
03:35
No talking to current students
03:55 No
watching classes
04:14 Instructor's name
+ SA = positive
Feb 2, 2026
How to create a professional environment and a welcoming gym culture at your BJJ school, and what people do wrong, with Josh Peters. Josh is a 3rd degree black belt in BJJ, who has competed in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Sanda, Sambo, kickboxing and Mixed Martial Arts. He runs combatprinciplesmma.com...