John Danaher (born April 2, 1967) is a US-born New Zealand martial artist. He is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu and mixed martial arts (MMA) instructor and coach. Danaher is widely regarded as one of …

John Danaher is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) black belt under Renzo Gracie and who is widely regarded by the grappling community as one of the best coaches his generation produced.

Jan 1, 2025 · Danaher highlights the drama and finality of submissions as elements that set jiu-jitsu apart from other grappling sports like wrestling and judo, where victories often feel less …

Oct 6, 2022 · Want to know what makes John Danaher so successful at coaching and teaching jiu-jitsu? As the coach of all-time great Gordon Ryan and leader of New Wave Jiu-Jitsu, John …

Sep 1, 2018 · John Danaher, originating from New Zealand, is a revered figure in the realm of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and mixed martial arts. He currently sits high atop the Mt. Olympus of …

Mar 31, 2024 · The famed coach John Danaher never competed in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu... But why is that the case? He explained in an interview for the London Real podcast.

Mar 8, 2025 · In a conversation on the Jake Shields podcast, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu champion Gordon Ryan opened up about the transformative influence his coach John Danaher had on his …

Feb 14, 2025 · John Danaher, one of the most respected coaches in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, believes that modern BJJ practitioners are considerably more well-rounded than previous generations, …

Dec 12, 2017 · A Renzo Gracie black belt, Coach John Danaher started training BJJ at the ripe age of 28. A 250 lbs weightlifting bouncer, he was wrapping up a Masters Degree in …

John Danaher is a highly respected Jiu-Jitsu coach who has trained under Renzo Gracie and is known for his deep understanding of the sport. Professor Danaher has a background in …