In Episode 2, I am fortunate enough to be joined a Head Instructor of Jiu Jitsu at Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu, in North Princeton NJ. Coach Wojtek Ratkiewicz shares his journey of coming to the United States of America from Poland with as little as a pocket knife in his pocket. Coach, as referred to in the episode, tells our listeners how Jiu Jitsu was a third times a charm experience when he first discovered the sport, and how it not only changed his life but became his life work. Coach is able to speak to our listeners about the fundamental mission of Gracie Barra in terms of family and community, which correlated to the life he came from in Poland. Coach speaks of the inspirational ones that helped Coach find his path in Jiu Jitsu, and how he is able to now pass along his passion to his students in a community like no other!!! Enjoy this episode that doesn't dwell on the wins, but rather dwells on the loses!!!

