The ATA Nation Podcast

This podcast episode focuses on the exciting new initiative to establish Team Mexico and Team Philippines within the ATA community. Guests include 9th degree black belt grandmaster candidate Jaime and his daughter, who share their personal journeys in martial arts and the inspiration behind forming these international teams. The discussion emphasizes the importance of competition in martial arts,...

Master Sally Hines joins the ATA Nation podcast to discuss her journey as a pharmacist and martial artist, along with her new venture, the Nutra Warrior supplement line. She emphasizes the importance of utilizing pharmacists for health consultations, highlighting their extensive training in medications compared to general practitioners. The conversation delves into various supplements beneficial f...

Get ready for an insightful look ahead as Senior Master Zach Hayden discusses the importance of setting meaningful goals for 2025. He introduces a valuable resource called Life Focus, designed to help individuals and martial arts instructors define their core values and mission. Throughout the episode, he shares his experiences from recent events and highlights the new podcast, Business Beyond the...

ATA Nation podcast brings you a fascinating glimpse into the world of Taekwondo with two insightful interviews featuring Master Van Tonder and Master Jacobs, both esteemed instructors at the ATA International Headquarters in Little Rock, Arkansas. Master Van Tonder, originally from South Africa, shares his inspiring journey into martial arts, highlighting the challenges of relocating to a new coun...

Master Candidate Liz Beto joins Senior Master Zach Hayden to discuss her inspiring journey and the impactful work she has done in her community, which earned her the prestigious Sunsee Lee Award. Liz’s commitment to service began long before her Taekwondo journey, as she started participating in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life at a young age. After facing her own family’s battle with...

This episode features a continuation of the insightful interview with Senior Master Lee, focusing on the importance of perseverance in martial arts and life. Senior Master Lee emphasizes the challenges children face when they want to quit, encouraging parents to support their kids through these tough moments, as consistency often leads to greater happiness and fulfillment in martial arts. The host...

Join us as we delve into the inspiring journey of Senior Master Taekwon Lee, the ATA's CEO and son of the founder, Eternal Grandmaster H U Lee. This discussion centers around the theme of "going beyond the belt," emphasizing that martial arts is not merely about ranks and achievements but about personal growth, perseverance, and overcoming challenges. Senior Master Lee shares his experiences growi...

October is Founders Month, and this episode of the ATA Nation podcast highlights the significance of this time, particularly in relation to the H. U. Lee Scholarship Foundation . Host Zach Hayden interviews Grandmaster Tammy Harvey-Stauber, the ATA's first female grandmaster, who shares her thoughts on carrying forward the legacy of Eternal Grandmaster Lee. The conversation delves into the foundat...

This week on the ATA Nation Podcast we talk to Master Kerry Regano from Ignite ATA Martial Arts in Ventura, California. At her recent tournament there was a great example of going Beyond the Belt and in this episode we talk all about it. Not only will you hear the story of an awesome scholarship donation to Master Regano's students but you'll here how she got involved in ATA Martial Arts and how s...

Have you seen the social media posts going around about the ATA PanAm Championships in Chile? In this week's episode we talk to Master Cesar Ravedutti about his experience at this year's Championships. We also discuss how the PanAm Championships are setup in the title program and how you can start making your plans to attend next year in Brazil! Cesar Ravedutti Get a 4 Week Athletic Development ho...

This week on the ATA Nation Podcast we talk to Master Scott DeShetler about his journey from watching his daughters do martial arts to becoming an ATA Master at this year's World Championships. US Army Military Police, Software Engineer, 6th Degree Black Belt, Husband, Father of 2 girls (2nd degree and 4th degree), ATA school owner since 2010. Started in the ATA when I was 37. Scott's Facebook pag...

This week on the ATA Nation Podcast we talk to Sr. Master Jesse Pino who is a Black Belt and Instructor in the ATA Gum Do system. He's one of the first individuals in the ATA to start teaching Gum Do in his school. Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here!  - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Ta...

The 2024 ATA Fall Nations in Pittsburgh is coming right up. In this episode we talk with Chief Master Skiles, Director of Training at ATA Martial Arts, about all of the great trainings being offered this year. Make sure you visit ATAMartialArts.com to register for any of the trainings mentioned in this episode. Chief Master Scott Skiles Presiding Chief Master, Hall of Fame Member, 4 Time World Cha...

This week on the ATA Nation Podcast we talk to Chief Master Tina Newberry about how to get the most from ourselves and our children when dealing with learning disabilities. CM Newberry is a child expert and gives amazing tips and tricks as well as great insight for all instructors, students, and parents. Chief Master Tina Newberry is an 8th Degree Black Belt and the Founder and CEO of Leaders for...

This week on the ATA Nation Podcast we talk to Chief Master Lee Feiles about how he's taking his students Beyond the Belt in a very unique program. CM Feiles has created an very cool program where he teaches Songahm Taekwondo as a regular class in a local high school. Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here!  - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for stu...

World Championships 2024 is over but that doesn't mean the fun has to end. We were luck enough to interview some of our ATA friends in Phoenix this year and over the next few weeks we'll be bringing you those interviews. This episode we talk with Anecke Viljoen from South Africa. Though she tried to avoid our microphones we were able to corner her and talk about how ATA Nation is thriving in South...

The biggest event in ATA Nation is coming in just a few weeks! Join us in seeing why YOU should attend the ATA World Championships this year. Listen in and see what all is part of Worlds and what my favorite things are this year. Get more information at ATAMartialArts.com/worlds! Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here!  - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcas...

One of the coolest events at the ATA World Championships is the International Team Sparring event! This event brings together 5 person international teams to compete against each other for the Songahm Cup. In this episode we interview two international athletes who will be fighting for their countries during the 2024 World Championship Songahm Cup. Get more information at ATAMartialArts.com/worlds...

World Championships is right around the corner! Many of you have your trips all planned out but some haven't decided to take the opportunity to attend yet. In this episode we talk to two guests on exactly why YOU should make plans to attend the ATA World Championships this year! Get more information at ATAMartialArts.com/worlds    Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App!  - http://a...

ATA Nation has been busy the last month! Today we talk to CM Skiles from the ATA Training Department about the European Championships and instructor camp, the ATA MAX Gathering, and all the training opportunities at this year's ATA World Championships. Be sure to register for these trainings by visiting ATAMartialArts.com    Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App!  - http://atama.n...

Joe Rowan started martial arts almost from birth. In this episode see how he went from starting martial arts young to becoming a Team Captain of the ATA's Team USA. We also discuss the trainings going on all over the country that you can participate in. Find your training location now - https://www.teamatausa.com/train    Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App!  - http://atama...

Did you get to see the Special Olympics demo competition at the ATA Spring Nationals? In this episode we talk with Mary Johannesen about the big things happening with Special Olympics and Taekwondo in Texas and how you can be involved at your school.    Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App!  - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! &n...

Did you know there's an ATA Martial Arts Club in Alaska? Today we talk to the Dempsey family who are part of this club about how it got started and what it's like doing martial arts in the beautiful state of Alaska.  Share this episode with a friend today!    Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App!  - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training pl...

Mr. Jeremiah Tidwell is an amazing athlete and martial artist who's leveled up his skills with the ATA MAX program. Now he helps teach the training and talks to us today about the ATA MAX Gathering II! There's still time to register to level up your game by attending the Gathering this year.    Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App!  - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athlet...

We continue our series of interviews with ATA members from all across the globe with todays episode featuring Sr. Master Candidate Miguel Loureiro. Not only is he one of the orginal Songahm students in Europe but he's got two students going through the mastership process this year as well.     Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App!  - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week At...