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  • PKCC Episode 175 - Practical Fighting

    In this micro topic, we discuss the idea of practical fighting ahead of the weekend seminar at JMAC (which took place October 12th 2024). We discuss sport, classical, and practical fighting, how to train for and approach each, and what it means in terms of the mindset one should have.


    37 min
  • PKCC Episode 174 - Host Chat

    Join us in another host chat this week, as we gear up for Capital Conquest and take audience questions on all things martial arts.

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    1 hr 30 min
  • PKCC Episode 173 - Scott Evans

    Hanshi Shihan Scott Evans, founder of Koyama Dojo, has spent nearly three decades pursuing mastery and leadership in Hakko Denshin Ryu Jujutsu (HDRJJ), under the guidance of Soke Michael LaMonica. His martial journey began in 1995 with a self-defense class at the University of Akron, sparking a lifelong commitment to HDRJJ.

    After relocating to Michigan from Akron, OH, Scott founded Koyama Dojo in 2004, where he continued both his training and teaching of HDRJJ. In 2017, he achieved the rank of San Dai Kichu, one of the highest levels in the HDRJJ system. Recognized for his expertise and leadership, he was appointed HDRJJ Technical Director of North America in 2022 and was later promoted to the rank of Hanshi in May 2023. In this role, he was honored to see Koyama Dojo named Honbu Dojo for North America, marking it a central training hub for HDRJJ.
    Scott has also trained in Iaido under Nicklaus Suino Sensei, achieving the rank of Nikyu, and in Pekiti Tirsia Kali under Mataas na Guro Justin Schaffner, further broadening his martial arts experience.
    Outside the dojo, Scott is a proud husband and father to three children and a successful business development executive in the biotech industry.


    #PKCC #martialarts #bjj

    1 hr 31 min
  • PKCC Episode 170 - Delphie Dugal-Tessier

    Join us as we sit down with Professor Delphie Dugal-Tessier, an accomplished martial artist and passionate advocate for women's self-defense. With over 15 years of experience in martial arts, her journey began after retiring from the National Mogul Team in search of a new way to stay fit and active. She discovered Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and quickly fell in love with the art, competing across North America and eventually winning the Master World Championship as a purple belt. Today, she holds a black belt in BJJ, awarded by the renowned Marcelo Garcia, as well as a black belt in Self-Defense Jiu-Jitsu.

    Delphie is a dedicated self-defense instructor, teaching kickboxing, grappling, and self-defense at Silver 7 Martial Arts and Fitness, as well as through community programs. Her mission to empower women stems from a personal experience that underscored the importance of self-defense beyond physical techniques, focusing on mental preparedness and situational awareness. She believes that self-defense is primarily mental and emphasizes teaching women how to avoid dangerous situations while establishing strong personal boundaries.
    Beyond her martial arts expertise, Delphie holds a PhD in Neuroscience and conducts research on how nutrients can support brain health, integrating a holistic approach to well-being in both body and mind.


    #PKCC #martialarts #BJJ

    1 hr 32 min
  • PKCC Episode 168 - Neil Prime

    Join us as we chat with Hanshi Neil Prime, who holds multiple ranks including an 8th Dan in Shintani Wado Kai Karate, 8th Dan in the World Traditional Karate Association, and 6th Dans in Shindo Bo / SWKKF as well as in the Superfoot Systems. He is a direct student of Hanshi Masaru Shintani (1927-2000) as well as Grand Master Bill "Superfoot" Wallace, and is the Canadian Director of the Superfoot system.

    Hanshi Prime founded the St. Catharines Wado Kai Karate Club in 1987, and was a recipient of the Sport Karate Museum History General Award for contribution to the arts.


    #PKCC #martialarts #karate

    1 hr 34 min
  • PKCC Episode 167 - Robert Wolfe

    Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Robert Wolfe. Sensei Wolfe, the founder and chief instructor of Itten Dojo, began martial arts training in 1975 while attending Bucknell University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Japanese Studies, and has taught since 1985. Wolfe Sensei has trained in swordsmanship since 1990 and Aikijutsu since 1992. He holds the ranks of 6th Dan in Aikijutsu, 6th Dan in Isshinryu karate, 1st Dan in Muso Jikiden Eishin-ryu iaido, a Kirigami Menjo (certificate) in Ono-ha Itto-ryu (Sokaku-den) Kenjutsu, and is certified by the NRA to teach the Refuse To Be A Victim® crime prevention and personal safety seminars.


    #PKCC #martialarts #karate

    1 hr 32 min
  • PKCC Episode 166 - Kevin Blok

    Join us this week with Hanshi Kevin Blok, a martial artist and native of Windsor, ON, an academic, Defensive Tactics Instructor, author and parachutist.

    He holds multiple ranks including a 9th dan in Aikido from the Martial Arts International Federation (MAIF), and an 8th Dan in Yoshinkai Aikido from the world headquarters in Tokyo Japan. He was inducted into the Canadian Black Belt Hall of Fame in 2016 and is the Chief Instructor of the Chudokan Dojo in Windsor, Ontario, and Kaicho (Chairman) of the Chudokai Aikido Federation International, with more than 40 dojo (schools) in North America and Europe. He has authored 6 books and over 25 training videos on Aikido, weaponry, police/security control and defensive tactics. He holds a Masters degree in applied psychology with a minor in philosophy, and is a PhD Candidate specializing in violent behaviour management.


    #PKCC #martialarts #karate

    1 hr 33 min
  • PKCC Episode 165 - Jeff Speakman

    Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Jeff Speakman. Sensei Speakman is an actor and a martial artist in the art of American Kenpo and Japanese Gōjū-ryū. He holds a 10th degree black belt in American Kenpo Karate and a 9th degree black belt in Tenshi Goju Kai. Between 2008 and 2018, he was President of the International Kempo Federation. He had started Gōjū-ryū in 1978, and received his first-degree black belt in American Kenpo in 1984. He was promoted to ninth dan in Kenpo Karate by Mills Crenshaw and Bob White and ninth dan in Gōjū-ryū by Lou Angel on July 2, 2013. Sensei Speakman received his tenth dan on July 9, 2022.


    #PKCC #martialarts #karate

    1 hr 31 min
  • PKCC Episode 164 - Seasonality in Martial Arts

    Join us in this micro topic as we discuss the idea of seasonality in martial arts, including changing up your training during the year, benefits of focused training versus steady attendance, and avoiding mental and physical burnout.


    #PKCC #martialarts #karate

    25 min
  • PKCC Episode 163 - Ron Wattie

    Join us this week as we sit down with Ron Wattie. Sensei Wattie is a 6th Dan chief instructor, at Merrickville Karate Club. He is known for his self defense techniques, especially using the cane, and is an Area Director for The Canadian Karate Association. The Merrickville Shotokan Karate Club is affiliated with the World Kobudo Federation. It was founded in February 1985 and has been in continuous operation for over 36 years. There are currently as many as 8 Black Belts teaching at any class, but the chief instructor, Sensei Ron Wattie, is always present and ensures that everyone teaches the same things in the same manner.


    #PKCC #martialarts #karate

    1 hr 33 min

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Each week we sit down for conversations with martial arts masters. All those interested in martial arts will benefit from being in the back seat of these chats.