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Send a text Feel like you or your child has a hard time staying motivated? Feel like you fall off the tracks easily? We see students come and go.  So what makes some stay longer than others? How do some have the motivation to train more than others? Some people have an easier time being and staying motivated than others. Or is there some other factors? When we see students quit or fall off the wag...

Send a text We see students come... and go. And for the ones that stay, we get to see their potential.  We get to see their accomplishments, their strength, and the good they can do.   There may be "activities" or sports my kids will try and maybe NOT continue with.  But Martial Arts is one that they will not be quitting on.   STAY CONNECTED WITH US Website | www.championtkd.ca Josh&apos...

Send a text Coming from being an athlete at local, national, and international events.  We're not strangers to the hard work and discipline of competition.  The struggles, the training, and the time one puts in to achieve greatness. But what about the unsung heroes? What about all the behind the scenes action that takes place that people do not see? In this episode we talk all about the diffe...

Send a text We've talked about how to receive feedback. But... what about how to give feedback. As a parent, coach, instructor, and mentor we are always giving feedback.  Over the years we have done this right... and we have definitely done this wrong.   In this episode we talk about our experience in giving feedback as a coach. This can help you as a parent give feedback to your child athlet...

Send a text Who is the best instructor? When we think about this we often think of an individual in our life. Someone who made a difference. A coach, a teacher,  a mentor. But what about PAIN? In this episode we dive a little deeper into the meaning of PAIN and where people often mistake what we mean by PAIN.   STAY CONNECTED WITH US Website | www.championtkd.ca Josh's Instagram | https://www...

Send a text In this episode we talk all about success. What is Success? What does success mean? What are the qualities of success? Is there a secret formula for success? Whether you want to be a world champion or an entrepreneur, it's important to know what success is. To you and only you. Understanding what success is to you will help you define what you want and What it will take to achieve...

Send a text In this episode we talk about a recent Black Belt testing.  What preparation is involved, how the testing went, and what lessons there are to learn from a black belt testing. We also talk about our first Black Belt testing and our experience and how very different they were. STAY CONNECTED WITH US Website | www.championtkd.ca Josh's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumou...

Send a text This week we go into the Fire Inside all of us.  That candle that burns.  The candle that can either be blown out... or turned into a blazing glory. All of us have it inside of us.  It's up to us to set it ablaze.   We go discuss the look a person get when that fire is scorching and when its about to go out and how you can use that to your advantage when you're in the ring. H...

Send a text Summer can be tough for families when it comes to routine... But it doesn't have to be. Something we hear often from parents: "I cant wait for the kids to be back in school"  "we cant wait for routine again" "The kids are so bored" In this episode we share some tips on how to create a summer routine for you and your family.  STAY CONNECTED WITH US Web...

Send a text One thing we notice while teaching is how people receive feedback.  We all take it in different ways. Also what is going on in your life when receiving feedback can affect how you take the feedback.  In this episode we talk about how to take feedback as it relates to your martial arts training. But this can also help you in your day to day life.  We're all guilty of needing work w...

Send a text Recently on Fathers Day we held a special “Dads in the Dojang” day. Here we take the kids and Dads through an experience that is unlike anything else.  We train together, sweat together, and bond.   This class serves as a reminder of the importance the role of Father plays in a Childs life.  We remind the Dads who attend, the values we must instil, the example we must lead by, and the...

Send a text There are many traits you need to be successful.  If you want to be the best in any field, which you should strive to be the best in what you do, this is the most important.   It was this one thing I possessed the most that made me, and many others, successful in their career.  Whether you want to be a high level athlete, the best coach, or the best entrepreneur. You're going to n...

Send a text After 30 years of training, competing, and coaching, you can imagine we have countless memories at tournaments and events.  Tournaments have been a big part of our Taekwon-Do journey and we have had many lessons learned, funny moments, and friendships gained.  As we have been to several events already this year, we have began to reminisce about some of the most memorable moments at tou...

Send a text All too often we associate the medal results to our performance.  Did we get Gold? No? So that means we sucked, right? Well… Not necessarily.   One of the biggest mistake we see people, especially early on, do is place the results as the ONLY measure of how we performed that day.  We didn’t get the medal placed on our neck? We did horrible! I wasn’t on the podium, I must have sucked th...

Send a text We all have goals. But how many people set goals and make them clear to Ourselves, Friends, Family... The importance of goal setting CAN'T be understated. Set goals, BIG goals, and make a plan to execute. STAY CONNECTED WITH US Website | www.championtkd.ca Josh's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/ Nicole's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nicole99k...

Send a text Don't be a punching bag.  Don't just stand there and take it.  Stand up for yourself. You don't have to just take the punches, the insults, the abuse.  You have to take a stand.  Don't be a punching bag. Thank you for listening.  Please like, subscribe, review, or comment.  Or all of the above.  STAY CONNECTED WITH US Website | www.championtkd.ca Josh's Instagr...

Send a text As someone who hates the cold, I never thought I would have done a cold plunge, Ice bath, or anything involving me in ICE COLD water.   But... I wanted to show myself, my family, friends and others that we are mentally and physically stronger. Plus... I couldn't let my husband be the only Bad@ss. Listen in to hear my experience in my first cold Plunge. STAY CONNECTED WITH US Websi...

Send a text I don't know what it was... But I definitely DID NOT like teaching martial arts when I started.   I was young. I liked training. I liked competing. But I did not enjoy teaching. AT ALL! But it took one moment.  One interaction.  One exchange with a student for me to realize why I actually enjoyed teaching. And then became good at it.  I hope you enjoy this episode about and find s...

Send a text Hey everyone! This is one of the most common question or topic we get asked when people start with us in Taekwon-Do.   "I want to be more confident" "I want my child to be more confident" "How do I develop confidence so I can _____" Join us as we go into some of the ways we can develop confidence for yourself or your child. Please don't forget to like...

Send a text In todays episode we go into the importance of tying your belt. CORRECTLY. It is more than just a way to show your rank but a discipline in itself. It is a  way you present yourself to others.  A form of respect. To others and the Art you train in.  But also a form of self respect and the care you have for yourself and your attention to detail.   You won't underestimate the import...

Send a text Welcome to Off The Mat, the martial arts podcast that delves deep into the world of Taekwon-Do and traditional martial arts. In today's episode, we're talking about the importance of doing your best, not just for yourself but for others around you. As martial artists, we have a duty and obligation to those who support and encourage us on our journey. From the partner you work...

Send a text Join your hosts us as we dive deep into the stories and insights from three life-changing books that have had a profound impact on our personal growth, decision-making, and business success. In this eye-opening episode of Off the Mat, Josh opens up about his journey from being a non-reader to embracing the world of books and how this shift has fueled his growth and accomplishments. Tog...

Send a text Welcome back friends to another episode of Off the Mat. Where we discuss martial arts training, primarily Taekwon-Do, and how we as parents, coaches, or students can live a better, healthier life through martial arts. In this video we are talking all about supporting your athlete as they prepare for a tournament.  How you can support them emotionally, physically, and even through nutri...

Send a text Welcome to Off the Mat, the podcast that explores the world of martial arts from all angles. In this episode, we dive into the ups and downs of your martial arts training. As martial artists, we all go through a period of growth where we may feel like we're getting worse. But fear not, this is a natural part of the process. In fact, it's a phase of growth that we must all go...

Send a text Welcome to Off the Mat, the podcast that explores the world of sports and competition. In this episode, we're diving into the concept of "one shot" in competition. Whether it's a tournament, a game, or a race, you only get one chance to move onto the next round. We'll discuss the importance of giving it your all in each round, because one slip-up can mean the e...