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Rigan Machado has spent decades training fighters, actors, and champions \u2013 and when asked on a recent podcast which celebrity student has stood out most over the years, the ninth-degree red belt named Ashton Kutcher without hesitation.<\/strong><\/p>\n Here is what he had to say on the topic:<\/p>\n I think Ashton Kutcher and I think he trained for 15 years. He\u2019s a black belt in Brazil. He elaborated on what made Kutcher\u2019s progress notable:<\/p>\n It\u2019s not like oh he got a black belt by chance. No, he took 15 years to get his black belt. He is very talented. Has a great background in wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu comes very easy for him, because he\u2019s already a natural grappler.<\/p>\n And just have to add the guard, the armbars, the submission, and he picks it up very fast. Since relocating to the United States, Machado has become one of the sport\u2019s most recognizable instructors, teaching in Beverly Hills and building a client list full of actors, directors, and producers, work that has since expanded well beyond the academy.<\/p>\n He\u2019s coordinated fight scenes for major productions including Black Panther, Fast and Furious, and John Wick, and has moved into acting, producing, and directing himself.<\/p>\n Machado explained that coaching celebrities requires drawing a clear line between the mat and everything outside it:<\/p>\n (I) let the celebrities come inside the mat and for me it\u2019s very important to leave everything (else) outside. \n \ud83d\udca5 What if slowing down was the fastest way to win?<\/p>\n \ud83d\udcad Tired of Getting Smashed by Younger, Stronger Grapplers?<\/p>\n It\u2019s not your age. It\u2019s your strategy.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re a passionate grappler over 35 who\u2019s sick of getting outpaced, outmuscled, or out-cardio\u2019d by opponents half your age \u2014 this 120 page e-book<\/strong> was made for you.<\/p>\n \ud83d\udd13 Unlock the Power of Sloth Jiu-Jitsu:<\/p>\n \n Tired of waking up sore and burnt out after lifting?
He is very consistent. He\u2019s one of my best friends. He\u2019s amazing.<\/p>\n
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