19 - Line work, BJJ & Building a legacy with Garrett

On this episode of The GRYND, we sit down with Garrett — husband, father of two daughters, journeyman lineman who chases storms to restore power after natural disasters, and lifelong martial artist.

Garrett shares:

• Growing up with strict parents who instilled discipline, accountability, and an unshakable work ethic

• A lifelong path through wrestling, taekwondo, boxing, MMA, and weapons training before finding a deep home in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

• The hard years of line school and apprenticeship that kept him away from his family, and how walking into KCBJJ in 2020 helped him rebuild mentally, physically, and emotionally

• What it means to train with purpose — not just for competition, but to be ready to protect the people he loves

• The daily grind of storm work: dangerous, exhausting, and deeply rewarding when the lights come back on for communities in crisis

• Lessons from past mistakes, learning to control “the switch,” and the responsibility of leaving a strong legacy for his wife and daughters

This is a powerful conversation about ownership, family, resilience, and showing up as a man when life gets hard. Garrett’s “why” is clear: protect and provide, no matter the cost.

If you’re a husband, father, tradesman, or anyone grinding to become the man your family needs — this episode will resonate!

Drop a comment: What’s the biggest responsibility that keeps you grinding?