Episode 823 - Rapid Fire Q&A #24

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 #24 - Episode 823

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 some of the questions they tried to answer:

• What class or topic should instructors look into that they probably aren’t?

• What 3 word would you use to define yourself as a martial arts practitioner and why?

• Listen to the episode for more questions!

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Episode 822 - Mr. Da'Mon Stith

Mr. Da'Mon Stith is a martial arts practitioner, instructor, and president of the Historical African Martial Arts Association.

I knew that I wanted to be a Martial Arts instructor. I didn't know how I was gonna get there, you know? Because I had just stepped away from the class. But at that point in time I knew that was something that I wanted to do.

Mr. Da'Mon Stith - Episode 822

Martial arts practices vary across the globe, each country contributing its unique style. While popular Asian martial arts are widely known and celebrated, African martial arts remain relatively obscure. President of the Historical African Martial Arts Association, Mr. Da’Mon Stith has dedicated his passion to the exploration and preservation of African martial arts. Mr. Stith’s interest in African martial arts was sparked when he discovered that such practices existed and were not well-known.

Mr. Stith’s interest in martial arts began at the age of six, when his father gifted him a toy sword. As a child, he would watch martial arts movies and then reenact them with other kids in his neighborhood. However, due to asthma, he turned to martial arts after playing football. From toy sword, Mr. Stith is the Chief Instructor and Founder of Guild of the Silent Sword.

In this episode, Mr. Da’Mon Stith provides insights into his journey of exploring martial arts and his desire to learn more about the cultural and historical significance of African martial arts. He highlights the importance of community and collaboration in martial arts and emphasizes the need to support and learn from each other. Tune in to learn more about his passion for African martial arts.

Show notes

You may check out more about Mr. Da'Mon Stith:
www.hamaassociation.wordpress.com
www.youtube.com/c/DaMonStith
www.instagram.com/damonstith/

This episode is sponsored by Kataaro.com

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Episode 821 - The Roots of Bullying

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about the Roots of Bullying and how to deal with it properly.

The Roots of Bullying - Episode 821

What is the root cause of bullying? Schools have been trying to address bullying but it continues to persist. In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about the Roots of Bullying and how to deal with it properly. They also discuss why advocating for teaching children self-defense and conflict resolution skills is a better way than policies against violence.

Jeremy and Andrew also talk about why it’s important to acknowledge the existence of bullying and working to address it in a constructive manner.

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Episode 820 - Kera Radke

Kera Radke is a Martial Arts practitioner and instructor. Kera is a co-owner of Lake Zurich Family Martial Arts in Illinois.

I've also had like some super shy kids, totally surprise me and turn out to be amazing instructors as well. If you want be a teacher, I can make you a teacher. I don't care if you're shy, if you’re extroverted, whatever the case may be. If you really have that desire, I'll make it happen.

Kera Radke - Episode 820

Training in Martial Arts as a hobby is quite common but making a career out of it is another level. Kera Radke's passion for martial arts started as a hobby but eventually became a career. After becoming a school teacher, Kera continued to teach martial arts as a part-time hobby. Eventually, Kera took a leave of absence from teaching and taught at her friend's school for several years before finally opening her own martial arts school in 2017.

In this episode, Kera Radke, the co-owner of Lake Zurich Family Martial Arts, highlights the numerous benefits of training, such as increased physical fitness, improved confidence, and the development of essential life skills like discipline and perseverance. She also emphasizes the importance of changing up activities frequently to keep students engaged and the challenge of balancing her own training with running the studio.

Show notes

You may check out more about Kera Radke:
www.facebook.com/lzfma
instagram - @lzfma
YouTube -  @LZFMA 

This episode is sponsored by Kataaro.com

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Episode 819 - Adding Martial Arts to Everyday Activities

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about how Adding Martial Arts to Everyday Activities benefits everyone.

Adding Martial Arts to Everyday Activities - Episode 819

Is martial arts strictly for self-defense applications, or is it only effective inside a dojo?

Surprisingly, martial arts principles can be applied to everyday life. For example, being mindful of how you place groceries in your car, choosing healthier snacks, or even closing everything with kicks. There are great benefits to approaching everyday tasks with the same discipline and attention to detail that martial arts training requires.

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew discuss how adding martial arts to everyday activities can improve physical and mental health, reduce stress, and help individuals become better versions of themselves.

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Episode 818 - Sensei Gage Hanlon

Sensei Gage Hanlon is a martial artist and instructor. He is the Kataaro brand Marketing Director.

You get to watch this kid, this person go from where they start at and just looking back on their accumulation of 2, 3, 4 years and seeing who they have become and what little part you play in that.. It’s just extremely rewarding.

Sensei Gage Hanlon - Episode 818

The dream of becoming a Martial Artist usually starts with the love for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles which is the case for Sensei Gage Hanlon. Sensei Hanlon recalls how he got started in martial arts as a kindergartener, when he wanted to be a Ninja turtle. His love and obsession for martial arts, which drove him to train consistently and compete in tournaments.

Presently, Hanlon is the owner and head instructor of Hanlon's Martial Arts Academy in Whitewater, Wisconsin. He is a 5th-degree black belt in Taekwondo and a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

In this episode, Sensei Gage Hanlon talks about his Martial Arts Journey from a student into a school owner himself. Sensei Gage also shares his aspirations for Kataaro and his students, encouraging listeners to explore new opportunities and invest in themselves.. Listen to learn more!

Show notes

You may check out more about Sensei Greg Hanlon: Facebook: Gage Hanlon

If you have questions, email Sensei Hanlon at Gage@Kataaro.com

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Episode 817 - 6 Freedoms of Martial Arts

In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about the 6 Freedoms of Martial Arts and its controversies.

6 Freedoms of Martial Arts - Episode 817

Every martial artist has the right to determine their own definition of martial arts and what it means to them. What is most important is that the martial artist is happy with their training and feels that they are growing as a person. This is enabled by the 6 Freedoms of Martial Arts that is discussed by Jeremy and Adam in this episode.

Tune in to learn more about the six freedoms and why they are so essential to the martial arts community.

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