Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.”

In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Michael Parrella about martial arts and martial arts business. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe!

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Michael Parrella is a former multi-studio owner who played a key role in bringing the martial arts industry into the digital age. He created the 'Ultimate Student-Getting Websites' and introduced the first 'paid trial' membership funnel, amassing over 4.2 million trials nationwide.

In 2008, he founded the successful fitness franchise with astounding lead-generation, iLoveKickboxing, and later exited the company in 2020.

Parrella has been featured in various top-tier publications and media outlets. He currently resides in New York and shares his expertise with business owners, helping them with growth, franchising, and scaling.

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For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

Program Director Course: www.kovarsystems.com/PD

Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.”

In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Fariborz Azhakh about martial arts training and business. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe!

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Fariborz Azhakh has been one of the driving forces of martial arts in California and is an accomplished and well-respected Hapkido Instructor. He is the school owner and operator of Team Karate Centers.

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For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

Program Director Course: www.kovarsystems.com/PD

Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.”

In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Nick Wilson about martial arts training and business. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe!

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Nick Wilson has been training with Dave Kovar for 28 years and has Black Belts in Kenpo Karate, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do, and Escrima. He’s managed multiple locations for Kovar's Satori Academy, growing one to 430 active members. He is currently the General Manager of the Satori Instructor Alliance.

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For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

Program Director Course: www.kovarsystems.com/PD

Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.”

In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Kovar System's own Tim Leard about active shooter events. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe!

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Tim Leard is a 5th degree Black Belt Kovar’s Kenpo as well as 2nd Degree Black Belt in Krav Maga, 1st Degree in Kuk Sul, 1st Degree in Universal Kenpo, and Blue Belt in Brazilian Jujutsu. Leard specializes in staff development and has guided many on their journey to Satori Instructor Alliance certified positions.

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For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

Program Director Course: www.kovarsystems.com/PD

Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.”

In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Chris Natzke about long-term training and performing at your peak performance. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe!

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Chris Natzke is a 8th Degree Black Belt and Vice President of Business Development and Black Belt Testing for Superfoot System. Natzke trained and taught martial arts for over 50 years. He is a life-leadership coach, keynote speaker, and best-selling author. His passion is sharing his Black Belt Leadership so others may discover the most empowered version of themselves. 

www.superfootsystem.com

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For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

Program Director Course: www.kovarsystems.com/PD

Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.”

In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Tom Callos about long-lasting martial arts training. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe!

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Tom Callos is a 7th degree Black Belt in Taekwondo and Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He travels the world sharing his philosophy on the martial arts with instructors and students of all disciplines.

Callos also is currently working in the art of printmaking, creating hand-blown glass and resin printmaking tools (glass barens) as well as carving and printing amazing portraits that include many martial arts legends.

www.tomcallos.com

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For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

Program Director Course: www.kovarsystems.com/PD

Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.”

In this episode Dave Kovar talks with World Champion and Martial Arts School Owner, Chip Townsend about the importance of building and cultivating a team for your business.

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Chip Townsend is a 14x International Sport Karate Association Breaking World Champion, undefeated in competition power kicking at world level from 2000-2008, founder of Team Chip Affiliate Program and Co-Owner of Team Chip Martial Arts Centers in Texas and Oklahoma.

Instagram: @chip_townsend

Facebook: Page

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Join us at ProMAC International Conference this May 18-20th in Sacramento, CA to level up your Martial Arts Business and attend an event full of business and on-mat training. Now is your chance to enhance your skills with leading Martial Artists, School Owners, and Instructors.

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Welcome to Season 2 of The Satori Lifestyle Podcast!

In Season 2 we introduce a new video format for each episode available on our Youtube Channel. Listen AND watch each new episode with Dave Kovar and guests to learn more about the satori lifestyle.

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In this episode of Season 2, join us as Hanshi Dave Kovar and Dave Chamberlain discuss habits and the highest valued habit of everyday life.

Welcome to Season 2 of The Satori Lifestyle Podcast!

In Season 2 we introduce a new video format for each episode available on our Youtube Channel. Listen AND watch each new episode with Dave Kovar and guests to learn more about the satori lifestyle.

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In this episode of Season 2, join us as Hanshi Dave Kovar and Shihan Nick Wilson talk about how to have a well-balanced life, including with martial arts training.

Welcome to Season 2 of The Satori Lifestyle Podcast!

In Season 2 we introduce a new video format for each episode available on our Youtube Channel. Listen AND watch each new episode with Dave Kovar and guests to learn more about the satori lifestyle.

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In this episode of Season 2, join us as Hanshi Dave Kovar and Shihan Jeramy Sipes talk about the six human needs and how living a martial arts lifestyles can go hand-in-hand.