In this episode, Kevin Kowalczik, founder of Raptor Martial Arts, shares his journey in martial arts and the inspiration he drew from Power Rangers and Ninja Turtles as a child.

He discusses the importance of discipline and focus in martial arts and how it helped him navigate challenging environments.

Kevin also talks about his experiences with bullying and the self-defense skills he developed.

He emphasizes the importance of building confidence in martial arts and teaching students to stand up for themselves.

Additionally, Kevin introduces Raptor Martial Arts, an online training platform for martial artists of all levels. In this conversation, Kevin Kowalczik discusses the diverse martial arts programs offered at his school, including Jiu Jitsu, Krav Maga, and MMA. He talks about the expansion of the MMA program, with plans to add forms, weapons, kickboxing, and an interactive virtual system.

Kevin shares his personal training experiences in Jiu Jitsu and kickboxing, highlighting the importance of being a well-rounded martial artist.

He addresses the misconception of performance martial arts and emphasizes the need for strong fundamentals before advanced moves.

Kevin also discusses the balance between being a martial artist, business owner, and competitor, and the importance of active training and competing.

He shares his perspective on wearing multiple hats in martial arts and the joy of seeing growth in students

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