Gustavo “Siri” Pires is a decorated champion and instructor. He talks about appreciating the basics, having a sibling who trains, closed guard and competing against friends. He also talks about competing against Demian Maia and Comprido back in Brazil. Click “read more” for show notes!

SHOW NOTES:

• Origins
• Having a sibling in Jiu-Jitsu
• The speed of promotions in the 90’s vs today
• His nickname
• Learning from Professor Gordo
• Appreciating the basics
• Learning online: The double-edged sword
• His style
• Closed Guard
• The benefits of competing
• Competing against Comprido and Demian Maia back in the day
• Competing against your idols and against friends
• Committing to Jiu-Jitsu for life
• The Pummel
• Areas of his game that he still works to improve
• Why he loves teaching beginners and kids
• His advice to academy owners
• White belts and rolling