In this episode of “My Empty Hands,” host Reggie Darden interviews Chance Burleson. The discussion covers Chance’s background in a family of martial artists, their shared philosophy on teaching and training, and the importance of a “beginner’s mind” and continuous improvement.

Discussion Points:

[45:18] Chance promotes his martial arts school, Legends, and his own podcast, “Legends and Dragons.”

[00:29] The host, Reggie Darden, introduces his guest, Chance Burleson.

[02:02] Chance shares his upbringing in a family deeply rooted in Texas karate.

[04:11] He discusses taking over his father’s martial arts school at the age of 17.

[07:08] The importance of humility and a “new school” approach to teaching.

[10:01] Their shared discomfort with the terms “master” and “grandmaster.”

[20:04] The value of maintaining a “beginner’s mind” and continuous training.

[20:19] They discuss their personal training regimens in various arts, including Kempo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Kyokushin.

[31:53] The significance of de-escalation and avoidance as the true forms of self-defense.

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