Kevin and Joshua tell stories about the most memorable events they’ve attended and hosted. Listen to them recall their experiences at the Martial Arts SuperShow, testing anecdotes, and their first tournament.

Kevin and Joshua are joined by guest and fellow instructor Debra Holmes. The three work together to build their perfect dojo and discuss why things like pads on the wall, mat space, parking help you run classes and a successful martial arts business.

What is it like working as a martial arts instructor? Kevin and Joshua give details of their roles and responsibilities as martial arts instructors and all the behind the scenes work that goes into running a business.

Are you looking for a dojo to start training at? Kevin and Joshua discuss what to look for when starting martial arts at a new dojo, from the “red flags” to be wary of and the “green flags” that show positive signs.

Kevin and Joshua discuss why they do martial arts. They compare the reasons they started training, why they still train now, and many of the common “Whys” people have for doing martial arts.

In their first episode Kevin and Joshua discuss a few of the common misconceptions of martial arts, including why do people think martial arts will teach kids discipline and if martial arts really is an inherently violent activity.

Episode Notes:

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