Karate Kid Master Dojo Podcast

Send a text In this episode, we examine Kung Fu from the Karate Kid 2010 with Jackie Chan and Jaden Smith which is an undervalued part of the Karate Kid Universe.  We talk about the "hard work" necessary to be successful in getting your body stronger in order to be more effective in martial arts.  We help to understand and idenify the practical movements, stances, and techniques of Kung...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the work task of flooring, specifically vinyl plank flooring in your house.  In doing this work task, it is like a puzzle that you figure out as you flow from room to room.  In the martial art practice, we talk about the different techniques that you use when ground fighting including using prone kicks, like the different types of spider kicks to get someone...

Send a text In this episode, we examine some of the stunt work that is done in Cobra Kai and Karate Kid Movies.   We also talk about the work and concepts involved with making movies in general and especially in regards to fight scenes in martial art type movies.  In the martial art practice, we look at some of the different types of stunts that you can do and the planning that goes along with the...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the Topic of Yard Work that any kid or adult can do at home, especially the younger kids in an effort to help their parents at home.   Also, in the Cobra Kai TV Show, two kids showed up to learn Miyagi Do at the Dojo but did not understand Daniel's concept of working to learn the principles of Commitment and Discipline.   Learning to work hard doing the...

Send a text In this episode, we talk about the Pitching Machine used by Sensei Johnny Lawrence in Season 1 of Cobra Kai and also the Tennis Racket and Balls used by the Karate Kid 2010 with Jackie Chan as a teaching method.   First, we examine the recreational sport of Tennis and use analogies and compare elements to martial arts.  Next, we talk about the martial art application of using these met...

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Send a text In this episode, we examine the classic Karate Kid work task of Painting the House!  We cover the reasons why Mr Miyagi left Daniel to paint the house by himself including the trust, work ethic, and independent learning (like your pattern or form) that is done in martial arts.  We also cover painting the house as a work task that you would do at home to develop the up/down and side/sid...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the superhuman ability of levitation!  What I mean is the ability to defy gravity using your body in many different ways like "light body skill" and yoga poses that look like you are levitating.  In order to do this, you need to be "country strong" and be like "flexible steel" in order to accomplish these feats.  Lastly, we talk...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the Eagle Fang Karate in the Cobra Kai TV Show and what Sensei Johnny Lawrence would teach in his new Dojo.   We also take a quick peek at the work task of using your forearm muscles to grip and strengthen your hands and wrists for Eagle Claws.  Lastly, we take a look at Eagle Balance, Eagle Kick, Eagle Strikes that could be done as part of the curriculum in...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the work task of trimming and framing your house.  We see this in many of the Karate Kid Movies and Cobra Kai Show where the Miyagi Do Dojo and Mr. Miyagi's house is trimmed and finished to look organized and rustic aesthetic look.  In our martial art practice, we talk about the "Circle" Defense using your circular blocks, keeping people out o...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the work task of spreading the mulch in your flower beds, around scrubs and trees.  Just like in Japanese Style Gardens which is shown in Cobra Kai in Miyagi Do Dojo, this work task helps to provide a cleaner and more organized and asethetic landscaping.   Using open hand and palm based martial art movements that are used similarly in this work task.  We als...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the practice of how breaking boards was used in the Karate Kid III and Cobra Kai.  Then we talk about the use and abuse of this practice and how it can be negative if not done right.  In the work task, we learn how to select the best wood, cut it, and get it ready for our martial art practice.   Lastly, we also take a look in martial arts and how to make boa...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the Japanese Martial Art Training Method known as Shochu-Geiko or hot weather training.  This includes both working out in the heat as well as training out in the heat.   This is a great way to enhance your martial art training by building some tolerance for the hot weather as well as increasing the stretch and flexibility of your muscles while sweating out...

Send a text In this episode, we discuss obstacle courses in general and the benefits of that type of training.  We also talk about how to do the work task of painting an obstacle and the step needed to make them safe and eye catching for the kids.  Lastly, we talk about the "side to side" motion used in painting for our martial art practice doing techniques that simulate that motion in s...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the concept of "putting the good out into the world and the good will come back to you."    This was seen in the Cobra Kai during Season 3 and it is an important concept to help in your community by volunteering.  By helping out any way that you can, you will be the good out in the world.  In the martial art practice, we talk about doing your techn...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the "Ring the Bell" part of the Karate Kid 2010 with the hanging bell that Dre Parker tried to kick as part of his training.  We talk about the work task of hanging bells as part of your "Audible Landscaping" but get durable ones so that you can use your strength, control, and flexibility to reach and kick them.  We discuss different ways...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the concept of "Mindfulness" and how this one trait is key to martial art excellence.  The remedial tasks done thoughtfully using this concept help to develop this ability in a student.  The details that are done in every martial art technique is important so that it is effective, efficient, and non-wasted motion.  By focusing using mindfulness, in...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the chore of Cleaning the Pool and keeping it clean and clear.  Then we look at the martial art moves that you can do in the water including getting your legs stronger in general.  Also, the different kicks that are challenging and fun while doing in the pool.  Lastly, we talk about water in martial art philosophy.   Support the show

Send a text In this episode, we examine the metaphor of planting concept in the Karate Kid and Cobra Kai Shows including the work task of planting a tree which requires strength and endurance to dig using the shovel thus ensuring that your new tree is green and growing!  We also look at the martial art movements that require a stomp kick or stomp inward leg block using the muscles that you used wi...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the work task of using a screwdriver to build things around the house and in the dojo.  In our martial art practice, we talk about forearm stretch and building forearm strength, and the clinch close range defense.  Lastly, we talk about "over-clocking" certain angular techniques in an effort to develop proper pivot, targeting, and increase power wh...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the topic about Walking the Neighborhood where a martial artist can benefit as a supplement to their training by adding martial art training aspects to their walking.  We also talk about the physical well-being as well as the social, safety, economic benefits, and sense of community by helping out our neighbors and making our neighborhoods better!   The key...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the concept and practice of Balance in many ways including the construction and knot tying to build balance obstacles for martial art class and your own obstacle at home.   We also discuss all of one legged yoga poses that are used to develop balance in martial art class through mindful practice.  Lastly, we talk about the lesson of balance is not just for m...

Send a text In this Episode, we examine the topic of "Sand the Floor" which was done in the Original Karate Kid Movie as well as Cobra Kai.  In this topic, we learn basic carpentry techniques used in sanding decks and other objects using a modern and traditional approaches to increase shoulder and forearm strength as well as learning low blocks in martial arts.  We also examine other mar...

Send a text In this Episode, we examine the work task of "Cleaning the Garage" where through steps can really benefit you by organizing everything, so that the tools you use on a regular basis are "on the ready" which is an important martial artist concept as well.  The martial practice of stretching, yoga, and ballistic movement between work sessions help to keep loose and avo...

Send a text In this episode, we examine the practice of Recreational Bonsai Tree making using scrubs and ficus from Home Depot, Lowes, or in the wild.  Using visualization techniques, making a picture in your mind, and then creating art.  My daughter Gabrielle joins us as a guest for the 2nd concept of Martial Art Expression that is used in performing patterns and being mindful to create art in ma...