Karate Kid Master Dojo Podcast

Send a text In this episode, we examine both Sho-Chu Geiko and Kon Geiko which are hot weather and cold weather training methods seen in the TV Series Cobra Kai.  First, we look at how to do work and be productive in these two extremes, then we talk about martial art training benefits by doing your patterns (or katas) in both temperatures.   Lastly, we learn about the discipline needed to operate,...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the topic of Googliness and how it relates to martial arts.  First, we design a new martial art studio using some concepts of how Google designs their Headquarters to be both practical, creative, and fun (just like Mr. Miyagi did!).  Next look at the creative ways to add to your physical training using technique concepts for fun and build coordination.   Las...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the topic that "Nothing in Life is Free" starting with how stretch a dollar, live simply, shop around, and be happy with what you have.  Then we talk about how everyone pays and if they don't then they are either helping with sweat equity or someone else is paying their way.  In our martial art practice, we talk about the importance of having...

Send a text in this episode, we examine the Christmas Miracle, where something special is achieved or goal completed during the Holiday Season.   During the work task, we look for the setting up your space for a business or special space at home where people can gather and develop into a community.  In the martial art practice, we look at techniques used to stretch and strengthen the muscles used...

Send a text In this episode, we look at winter chores as a setup for winter wonderland fun.  We also draw parallels for those that live in warmer climates as well.  During the martial art practice, we talk about how to use a Snowman, Sandman, or BOB as a sparring buddy practicing your kicks and hand techniques.  We also cover a snowball or boulder game where your friend throws one at you and you m...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the concept of Time Management and how we go through our daily life trying to accomplish all of our daily tasks.   We look at ways to manage your time effectively but not to be labor it so that it becomes another task in and of itself.  In the martial art training, we cover the extra reps in conditioning, making time to work on techniques that we are not ver...

Send a text In this episode, we examine why Mr. Miyagi, Mr. Han, and even Johnny Lawrence were Maintenance Men in the Karate Kid Movies and Cobra Kai Series. We talk about the duties of a Maintenance Man and what work is using involved used for body maintenance for martial art training.   In the martial art practice portion, we talk about the special moves and stretches for that type of work inclu...

Send a text In this episode, we talk about the outing by Sensei Kreese and Sensei Johnny Lawrence in Cobra Kai where they take the students to Coyote Creek.  We then talk about how to take your martial art training to the next level by visiting a state park or local park for some drills and activities, like Sensei Daniel Larusso did instead.   By activating your martial art skills using this park...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the work task of fixing the car like they have shown in the Karate Kid Universe many times.  It starts with knowing your vehicle really well and doing preventative maintenance by checking things out ahead of time so that they do not turn into major repairs in the future.   Kids should help their parents with maintaining the cars and applying it to their mart...

Send a text In this episode, we examine what it means to be a True Champion, just like what Johnny Lawrence talked about in Cobra Kai.  We take a look at our work tasks and know that some things are just temporary because a True Champion does not quit and keeps their "Eye on the Prize."   In our martial art training, we cover overall body conditioning and basic proper punch and kick form...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the stretches used when doing your everyday work to prepare the body for your day.  We look at the different times a day that you should loosen up and how often in order to avoid injury and keep living your healthy life.  We describe the transitional exercises that we do to be able to keep working hard each day both at work and in the dojo without the build...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the work task of mixing cement just like in the Cobra Kai TV Show with Sensei Johnny Lawrence. We talk about getting the right consistency when making cement to use in posts, walkways, and for your mailbox.  We talk about the metaphor of a champion that keeps on training, even after they have achieved something, in order to keep moving forward with their pro...

Send a text In this episode, we identify the "stupid reasons" that people use to keep them from making good decisions and achieving their goals.  In the work task, we identify what these reasons could be, the history behind  them, bring them down to the ridiculous, and see if they hold up or not. If not, them the decision should be clear path to achieving your goal and not letting anythi...

Send a text In this episode, we look at the work task of ripping a nail from a piece of wood which is the opposite of what we usually see in the Karate Kid Movies because they never show when they have to clean up a mess.  In this job, you have to use leverage to remove nails using a hammer or crowbar to get them out effectively.  In the martial art practice, we examine the "martial art push&...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the commitment necessary to achieve  a black belt or 2nd degree black belt.   We realize that every student must do the work themselves because nobody can do it for you. During the martial art training portion, we discussed the techniques learned at black belt including the feint or decoy movements and strategies.   Lastly, we talk about the  firm commitment...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the dirty job of clearing the floor where there is a lot of debris and you need to develop a strategy to clean it up.   Then in the martial art practice, we talk about using the knife hand strike, down punch and downward side kicks to use to break stuff into pieces.   Being a martial artist has its perks when doing demo in a housing project or construction o...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the current concept in our society that nobody wants to work and the perceived negative tone of work.   In the martial art practice, we work on a few exercises and drills to stimulate the work needed to perfect your martial art moves.  Lastly, we examine ways to increase your work ethic and to get over the hurdle of working smarter but still using time manag...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the concept of setting up a Dojo in many different formats.  As part of our work task, we look at the many different aspects of doing the preparation work for your Dojo and how Virtual and Online Opportunities are also a great way to learn.  Lastly, we talk about the at the student's home martial art practice and to be effective in your training and com...

Send a text In this New Season 3 Episode, we examine the work task of general construction needed to build a new martial art studio.   This includes learning how to mud, sand, and paint a wall, extensive cleaning and setup.  In the martial art practice, we talk about practicing at the studio and continuing to practice at home for maximum skill development.   We also cover should blocking and circu...

Send a text In this episode, we talk about CHANGE and how it happens if we are growing and moving forward.   We can roll with the change, resist the change, but ultimately change will happen no matter what we do!  In the Karate Kid Part 2, Daniel goes through a lot of changes after high school and Mr. Miyagi helps him to find his focus again by hitting the nail with the hammer in order to take his...

Send a text In this episode, I talk about the Karate Kid and Cobra Kai reference where Daniel tells his daughter, Sam that he will always be there for her.  Also, Johnny Lawrence says the same thing to Miguel that he will always be his Sensei and always have his best interests at heart.   In the same way, I am now saying this to my students in Florida because we are moving back home to Michigan. ...

Send a text In this episode,  we examine the fun game of dodgeball, the skills that it teaches, and its use in a martial art studio.   We reference the Karate Kid Part 4 when Julie Pierce learns how to Dodge, Duck, Dive, Dip and Dodge in order to make her babysitting  easier.  We learn the martial art application of dodgeball and how the skills are similarly used in blocking and striking first.  L...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the topic of Gentleness, which is also a Principle of our Martial Art.  We also have special guests on our Podcast Today including all of the kids from our Summer Camp!   We talk about some different strategies to staying gentle but firm in the martial art studio and also the classroom.   Lastly, we talk about some techniques and using close range and levera...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the work task of fertilizing your lawn and plants as well as trimming the lawn and scrubs.  Then, in the martial art practice, we cover the chop technique similar to the motion and basic trapping in self defense.  When you know all of your material before you test, you are ready to grow in your martial art training just like the grass and the plants outside....

Send a text In this episode, we examine the concept of breaking stuff just like we see in the Cobra Kai Netflix Series but we look at the positive aspects of it.  In our work task, we talk about the knocking down of walls that many home shows do nowadays to achieve an open concept type of floor plan.  Then we discuss the martial art practice of hitting a heavy bag or air shield using HIIT in order...