Martial arts business success isn’t just about passion—it’s about applying proven strategies to grow, retain students, and build sustainable systems. In this Black Belt Business Podcast episode, host Matthew Brenner interviews Grandmaster Park (GMP), a serial martial arts entrepreneur with a lineage of excellence. Discover how GMP grew from being a Taekwondo grandmaster to owning martial arts schools, creating SPARK Membership software, and becoming a successful real estate investor.

From the importance of data-driven retention strategies to balancing passion and profit, GMP shares his experiences and insights for martial arts school owners. You’ll also hear about the power of emotional connections, the need for scientific solutions in the martial arts industry, and how to scale your school with intention and purpose.

This episode is packed with advice, whether you're a martial arts school owner or an entrepreneur looking for ways to optimize and grow. Tune in to learn how to combine tradition, technology, and business acumen to thrive in today’s competitive landscape.

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