Episode 723 - Forms - Why Are They Different and the Same

In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams take on Forms - Why Are They Different and the Same.

Forms - Why Are They Different and the Same - Episode 723

Are you wondering why some martial arts styles have different names but similar forms? What made them similar and different at the same time? In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams take on Forms - Why Are They Different and the Same.

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Episode 722 - Sensei Darryl Baleshiski

Sensei Darryl Baleshiski is a Martial Arts practitioner and instructor at the New England Rendokan in Connecticut.

Our tagline is “A foundation of strength leads to a future of confidence” and that’s because we want to find one thing that these kids are doing and build all around it.

Sensei Darryl Baleshiski - Episode 722

Kung fu and Bruce Lee was the usual inspiration to get into martial arts and our guest today is no different. Sensei Darryl Baleshiski, a kid who lacked confidence before, trained
and attributed a lot to martial arts. Although Sensei Baleshiski did not train continuously, he still ended up teaching martial arts today. Sensei Baleshiski trains kids at the New England Rendokan in Connecticut. His philosophy in teaching; it’s about developing confidence, discipline, character, focus, and respect.

In this episode, Sensei Darryl Baleshiski talks about his extensive career in teaching Martial Arts especially to young kids, writing his book, and a lot more. He also talked about how he lacked confidence as a kid and how martial arts helped him.

Show Notes

For more information, check out Sensei Darryl Baleshiski’s school: New England Rendokan

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Episode 721 - Rapid Fire Q&A #16

In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams take on a special edition of the Rapid Fire Question and Answers.

Rapid Fire Q&A #16 - Episode 721

Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams tackle a series of questions, comments, and reviews from you, the listeners, and some guests in the form of a Rapid Fire Q&A. Here are the questions they tried to answer:

• What are the 3 things that an instructor needs to prepare for to teach martial arts without any belts or any indicators of ranks?

• If 80s Martial Arts movies are cut from the same cloth, why is Best of the Best your bane of movies?

• Listen to the episode for more!

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Episode 720 - Hanshi Jerry Piddington

Hanshi Jerry Piddington is a martial arts practitioner and founder of the American Karate Academies National Association.

There’s no police in our industry. Zero police. It’s all about the rules. If you play by a specific rules, you can get something done. But the rules change in all the different organizations.

Hansi Jerry Piddington - Episode 720

Hanshi Jerry Piddington has a martial arts career that spans five decades and has studied with some of the most famous martial artists in the world. His first teacher was Caylor Atkins, a Shotokan stylist. Mr. Piddington received his first black belt from Tom Crites in Shorin-Ryu. Continuing his career, Mr. Piddington trained in Hawaiian Kenpo with Michael Stone, Japanese Goju-Ryu with Chris Armstrong, Kempo with Ed Parker, and Shorin-Ryu with Master Tadashi Yamashita. Mr. Piddington was also a student and friend of O'Sensei Robert Trias, Father of American Karate.

Grandmaster Robert A. Trias took notice of Hanshi Piddington and invited him to create the first American style of karate in the United States. On May 2, 1972, Mr. Piddington was declared the Headmaster and Founder of American Open Style Karate under the USKA sanctified charter, established by Master Trias, which was internationally ratified on May 30th, 1975. In February 2000 Mr. Piddington was declared Headmaster of American Shorei/Shorin Karate by Hanshi John Pachivas, Grandmaster of Shuri-ryu Karatedo, and was awarded his 10th degree black belt. Grandmaster Jerry Piddington founded American Karate Academies National Association (AKANA) in 1976.

Hanshi Piddington enjoys acting in live theatre and stage combat. He has been a fight choreographer and stunt man in several major motion pictures such as Killer Inside Me, A Reason to Kill, Night Realm, The Quest starring Jean-Claude Van Damme and Roger Moore, and BloodSport II starring Daniel Bernhardt, Pat Morita, and James Hong. He is currently filming a documentary and reality show based on his adventure to Cambodia called, When Two Masters Meet.

In this episode, Hanshi Jerry Piddington talks about his legendary career. Listen to learn more!

Show Notes

For more information, check out Hanshi Jerry Piddington’s website at akana.org

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Episode 719 - Model Mugging Program

In this episode, Jeremy talks with Mark Vinci of Model Mugging Self Defense about the Model Mugging Program.

Model Mugging Program- Episode 719

Model Mugging Self Defense provides students the greatest impact on personal safety and overcoming personal fears of being assaulted through role model mastery. Many self-defense courses are simply comprised of a group of techniques without continuity between techniques, strategy, and the reality of effectiveness for women.

In this episode, Mark Vinci of Model Mugging Self Defense talks about their program and how effective it is for women. Listen to learn more!

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Episode 718 - David Leath

David Leath is a martial arts practitioner, coach, and speaker. He works at his local County police department.

To me, martial arts training was never a recreational thing. Especially when I got on tthe job, it was an absolute I must do this. That was my mindset, I must, must train.

David Leath - Episode 718

Who would’ve thought that watching too much television was good for kids? Growing up watching Adam West’s Batman and Bruce Lee, David Leath developed an affinity with Martial Arts. Eventually, martial arts will be an important part of his work in law enforcement in the NYPD. Presently, he works at his local County police department. David Leath is a fan of UFC since the beginning.

David Leath is a podcaster, who goes by the radio name David Diem, and hosts the podcast The Hero Academy.

In this episode, David Leath tells us about his journey into martial arts and why he is a true fan of all martial arts. Listen to learn more!

Show Notes

Check out David Leath’s websites at DavidLeath.com and HeroCoachAcademy.com

Listen to David Leath’s Podcast: The Hero Academy Podcast

Follow David Leath on Instagram: @davidleath1

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Episode 717 - Hitting People is Not Natural

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about why hitting people is not natural.

Hitting People is Not Natural - Episode 717

We can all agree that fighting is a natural reflex of humans, however, the act of hitting people is not natural. Other than professional fights and street fights, there’s always a moment when 2 people stop hitting and start grabbing each other. In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about why hitting people is not natural. Listen to learn more!

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Episode 716 - Sensei Aric Conto

Sensei Aric Conto is a martial arts practitioner and instructor at Iwa Dojo in Virginia.

I think that I have always been, and I still am, a perpetual student. If I see soumething that make sense or works or somehow I’m missing or could better my game or skillset as a martial artist, I’d like to learn more about it…

Sensei Aric Conto - Episode 716

Born in Malone NY in 1968, Sensei Aric Conto has called Culpeper home for the past 40 years.

Aric began his training in Kyokushin Karate in 1976 under Sensei A. Zeno, Chief instructor of The Northern Karate Dojo, Malone NY. At the age of 8, he also began training in the youth boxing program at the local YMCA. Moving to Virginia in 1982, his stepfather opened the very first martial arts school here in Culpeper VA. Aric continued his Karate training, earning 3rd degree Black Belt in 1997. 

Aric has trained and competed in martial for over 45 years. Western Boxing, Full Contact Karate, Judo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Praying Mantis Kung Fu. Martial arts and physical fitness are integral aspects of Aric's life. His passion for training is only matched by his love and commitment to his lovely wife Heidi and their four children.

In this episode, Sensei Aric Conto tells us about his journey into martial arts and why it’s important that he was able to train in numerous disciplines. Listen to learn more!

Show Notes

Check out Sensei Aric Conto’s school at www.studio120va.com.
You may also follow Sensei Conto on Instagram

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Episode 715 - Fundraising

In this episode, Andrew and Jeremy talk about Fundraising, types and formats of fundraising, and how it helps students.

Fundraising - Episode 715

Some of us might cringe at the idea of Fundraising especially if it’s being done by a school. However, fundraisers may benefit more people than you think. In this episode, Adam and Jeremy talk about Fundraising, types and formats of fundraising, and how it helps students. Listen to learn more!

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