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