In this episode Stephen Koepfer, owner and head coach, at New York Combat Sambo discusses:

1. The early days of Sambo in America.

2. How the UFC and the internet changed martial arts culture.

3. The value of cross training and how to built actual loyalty with students.

4. His training overseas, including in Russia.

5. How to roll for longevity, how to choose training partners who will support that mission.

6. The COVID crisis and mental health.

7. Tactical lessons from Star Trek and Star Wars. (Bring on the hate)

Stephen can be reached at:

Www.ussambo.com to find out more about his training and teaching. He is active on Facebook under his full name and @sambosteve on social media portals (IG, Twitter, Youtube, Reddit)