James Puopolo

06/04/2026

Always amazing to have out to teach and train at . Also had a great time catching up with

05/28/2026

05/23/2026

Little throwback to the start of the month for the Bend Beer Chase. I’ve been running quite a bit the last few years. These events have been a fun way to challenge myself on a different way and spend time with friends. We ran around 55 miles as a team for this one.

05/22/2026

Had a great time training and learning out in Denver this week! Thank you to

04/25/2026

Had a great time sharing some Jiu-Jitsu and training with the Salem Police Department and today. Thanks for having me out!

11/16/2025

Today was a special day for me. My 5 year old daughters, Avery and Piper, did their first Jiu-Jitsu class.

11/05/2025

Grateful to receive my 4th degree from my friend and mentor Rafael Lovato Jr. at the Lovato Association annual meeting. This year marks 20 years of Jiu-Jitsu for me and 14 years as a black belt.

12/10/2021

Another great day of strength/mobility training with the great Dewey Nielsen] • Dewey Nielsen] FRS Internal Strength Model • Input 5 [ST>Failure] training the “SQUEEZE”.

Intent in a training program is everything. Specific inputs > random patternized exercise.

11/18/2021

Here's a more traditional way to use the lapel or belt to off-balance and sweep your opponent.

James Puopolo's course on JiuJitsuX.com is filled with all things reverse de la riva including his signature trap door kneebar.

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