In this one a talk with Mal Sanchez, a Kudo practitioner from the UK. Kudo is a modern martial art that is a hybrid of Karate and Judo. Found in 1981 by Azuma Takashi, it is sometimes describe as a ‘traditional’ MMA. Although popular in Japan, it is virtually unheard of in many places.

In this episode we ask the question should training be fun? Let us know your thoughts.

In this episode we welcome Iain Abernethy to the show for the third time. Iain is an expert in practical kata bunkai, that is the application of Karate’s traditional movements to fighting and self-defense. We talk about his experiences training with Geoff Thompson, the importance of pressure testing, and the evolution of the practical martial arts …

In this episode we discuss coaching strategies. What can we take from other sports coaching techniques and use them in martial arts coaching.

Joining us today is my friend Andrew O’Brien. He is a martial artist out of the Boston area, coming originally from a Tang Soo Do background but having experience also in the Uechi-Ryu style of karate. It was very interesting comparing the two styles.

Josh Peacock of the Combat Learning Podcast joins us in this episode. Josh is a 4th Dan in Taekwondo and a blue belt in Brazilian Jiujitsu. He also holds a masters degree in teaching and learning, having experience studying educational psychology and course design. He shares how studying education in an academic environment has helped him to unders…

In this episode we have my friend Chris Hanson on of Karate Unity. Chris is all about bringing the karate community together and foster growth in a positive direction so he was the perfect person to talk to about this subject. Hope you enjoy!

After a long hiatus, the Motion Martial Arts Podcast is back! In this episode we talk about compliance in martial arts training. How it can be useful, how it can be detrimental, and just being aware of it in general. We will be back with more soon. Thanks!

Dave and I sit down and talk about our mutual love for comic books and how the relate to martial arts.

My friend Chris Hanson of Karate Unity joins us on this one for a discussion about all things kata related. It was a great talk that covered a lot including the idea that Iain Abernethy is the Indiana Jones of kata. Enjoy.

In this episode we discuss Bruce Lee. His influence on martial arts, mma, movies and impact on the popularity of martial arts.

In this episode we deep dive into the evolution of martial arts films. We discuss some trends we’ve noticed, personal favorites and the John Wick Trilogy.

In this episode we revisit the topic of specialization in martial arts.

In this episode we discuss the evolution of martial arts and changes that occur over time.

In this episode we discuss home training in the midst of social distancing during Covid-19.

In this episode we have BJJ brown belt Tim Klein. We discuss the process of training schools.

In this episode we talk to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu brown belt Valor Boyer. We discuss competition, injures and teaching.

In this episode we ask the question “do styles make fights?”

In this episode we discuss training with a growth mindset.

We discuss the topic of what are instructors can do to us vs for us.

We sit down with long time friend and professional musician Brett Bamberger. Topics range from music, skateboarding, practice habits, etc. Some of Brett’s notable music projects are Revocation, River Black, Publicist UK, East of the Wall and The Postman Syndrome.

In this episode we react to UFC 246. We discuss the Barber vs Moddaferi match, Anthony Pettis and McGregor vs Cerrone.

In this episode we discuss the question if martial arts are for everyone.

In this episode we discuss leadership with long time friend Dave Gloss. He shares his experience of being in leadership roles and advice he offers leaders/companies to get the most out of their teams. He also takes about the impact wrestling had on him.

In this episode we discuss some influential people in our lives. We discuss the impact that specific people had not only in our martial arts journey but in life in general.

In this episode we sit down with BJJ/Atos/Logic black belt Dennis Preesey Jr. topics range from competition, mindset, health and entrepreneurship.

We discuss the connection between martial arts and health, fitness and wellness.

We discuss the rise of the super fight in grappling. How this is impacting the spectator side of grappling and what other martial arts can learn from it.

Today we discuss pursuing your passions. How to use passion to motivate you with your hobbies and your career path.

Dan and David discuss some of the history of the belt ranking system in martial arts. They also share their thoughts on the positive and negative effects of having ranking systems.

We sit down and discuss martial arts, BJJ, iron man competition and Yoga with Jenny Lofaro. Jenny is an active bjj brown belt and current Fight 2 Win Bantamweight champion. Follow her at www.instagram.com/jennylofaro

In this episode we talk about the role that creativity plays in the martial arts.

In this episode David talks on the Phone with Olympic Runner Robby Andrews. They discuss things relating to mindset in sports, martial arts and everyday life.

Dan and David sit down and talk about different things relating to injuries and injury prevention.

We discuss some of the differences between martial art vs martial sport.

David sits down with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Kyle Braun. They discuss music, mma, Jiu Jitsu and a recent self defense situation Kyle was involved in at work.

Dan’s back from the UK. We have Renny back to talk about teaching kids martial arts.

Dan’s away on a trip to the UK. In this episode David talks with long time friend Dan Antenucci, a former competitive power lifter and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu blue belt. The discussion revolves around strength and conditioning, powerlifting and how that can relate to martial arts.

In this episode I talk with Iain Abernethy about the practical application of kata and how it can be best used in karate practice.

In this episode we talk about the way that martial arts are portrayed in fiction. These portrayals can create unrealistic expectations for practitioners but they also can serve as an inspiration for people to start training in the first place.

In this episode we talk with long time friend and training partner Renny Galanti. We discuss mentorship in martial arts.

In this episode we talk about martial arts training for self-defense with a specific concentration on how it differs from sport practice.

In this episode we interview Josh Hinger and Kristian Woodmansee, two highly accomplished BJJ competitors. We cover topics from different competition formats to injury prevention.

Motion Martial Arts third podcast! In this episode we have a conversation about conceptual learning and it’s relation to the martial arts with our friend and training partner Tony Patarino.

Motion Martial Arts second podcast! In this episode we share two interviews that were conducted at a seminar in Burlington, Ontario in September of 2018 on the subject of practical karate training.

Motion Martial Arts first podcast! In this episode we talk about the benefits and dangers of specialization in the martial arts.