🎙️ Welcome, honored listeners, to Season 2 and another riveting episode of the Mind Sensei Podcast! 🥋
I am your Host, Peter Tas, and today Ladies and gentlemen, martial arts enthusiasts, and seekers of wisdom, welcome to a very special edition of the Mind Sensei Podcast! today, I am beyond thrilled to introduce our esteemed guest, the living legend, Grand Master Joe Rebelo, Also affectionately known as “Kenpo Joe”.
With an incredible martial arts journey spanning over 50 years, Grand Master Rebelo has not just mastered, but excelled in 24 different martial arts disciplines, ranging from Chinese, Okinawan, Japanese, Korean, Filipino, to American martial arts.
He holds the title of 10th Degree Black Belt (Judan) in various styles, including Kempo, Nindo Kobujutsu, Shao Choy Hung Kung Fu, and Ed Parker's American Kenpo Karate.
A walking encyclopedia of martial arts, Grand Master Rebelo is not only a seasoned instructor but also a martial arts historian, often sought after for his wealth of knowledge. His contributions have earned him recognition in the form of inductions into five Halls of Fame as a historian.
As the Senior Instructor of Rebelo's Kenpo Karate, Grand Master Rebelo has dedicated 44 years to teaching, leaving an indelible mark on the Southeastern Massachusetts area. He has been a self-defense instructor for the New Bedford Auxiliary Police and the New Bedford Chapter of the Guardian Angels, emphasizing the practicality of martial arts in everyday life.
But that's not all – Grand Master Rebelo is a tournament competitor, a promoter/producer of open tournaments, and a noted martial arts historian frequently quoted in texts and on the internet. His vast collection of martial arts books, magazines, and videos make him a true connoisseur of the martial arts world.
Now, here's the exciting part – this is a first-time three-part interview series! Join me in an enlightening and captivating journey as we delve into the extraordinary life and teachings of Grand Master Joe Rebelo. In this first installment, we'll uncover the roots of his martial arts journey, explore his experiences as a tournament competitor, and gain insights into his role as a martial arts historian.
This unique opportunity to learn from a true master promises to be as enriching as the martial arts itself. Stay tuned for the release of Part 1 of our conversation with Grand Master Joe Rebelo, and join us on this special three-part series that you won't want to miss! 🥷🌟
Contact / Links Books :
Masters Magazine: Spring 2023 Edition
Instagram: https://instagram.com/kenpojoe_rebelo/
Website: https://www.kenpojoe.com
Twitter : https://twitter.com/KENPOJOE_REBELO
Facebook: https://facebook.com/joe.rebelo.39
Email: mailto:[email protected].
Youtube: @KENPOJOE1
Studio Location:
REBELO’S KENPO KARATE
88 Hatch Street Suite #312
New Bedford, MA 02745