JJD Ep.55 - Gracie Jiu Jitsu Black Belts Erin Harpe and Luis Mata - Plus an Update from the We Defy Foundation

Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, Episode 55. Erin Harpe and her husband Luis Mata, owners of Gracie Apollo Beach in Apollo Beach Florida, join The Dummies to discuss the current state of Jiu-Jitsu, what they're doing to protect their students from sexual predators, and Jiu-Jitsu's growth over just the last few years. Also, TJ Kreutzer, Vice President and Director of Operations for the We Defy Foundation joins us for a post-gala update.

Erin Harpe on Instagram: @erin.harpe

Luis Mata on Instagarm: @luis__matabjj

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