Karate Kid Master Dojo Podcast
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsLearning martial arts through doing work chores and directly applying them to your martial art training. This provides a way to train outside the martial art studio, increase productivity, creating a new life around you and making a better world. "In order to fully learn martial arts, you have to unlearn your misconceptions about what constitutes training."
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Miyagi Do
March 06, 2024 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode, we examine the Martial Art called "Miyagi Do" this is presented in the Karate Kid Movies and further in the Cobra Kai Show. First, we talk about how a work task can be used as a teachable moment and related to martial art movements. Then we outline the Martial Art Style of "Miyagi Do" with the techniques, katas, and fighting maneuvers used in the movies and philosophy behind it. Lastly, we discuss the mental training that goes along with that martial art to make you a res...
Squish Just like Grape
February 22, 2024 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode, we look at the beginning of Daniel's Martial Art Journey when Mr. Myagi talked to him about Commitment in the Karate Kid using the "grape" analogy. We examine finishing a job for our work task and using martial arts as a system of body functioning improvement. We talked about the importance of stretching and using the whole body in our martial art techniques. Lastly, we talked about Full Commitment Attitude and being present both in classes and in your workouts at home.
Ninja Warrior
January 25, 2024 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBIn this episode, we examine the Ninja Warrior as seen on American Ninja Warrior TV Show as well as the traditional Ninja in Japan. Our work task involves building Obstacles for use in martial art classes, making them both strong, versatile, and usable by many students. Then we talk about using the Obstacle Course Training in our martial arts to develop more skills, strength, coordination, balance, and speed while having FUN! Lastly, we talked about Ninja Intelligence and Cunning to use ...
Christmas Healing
December 20, 2023 15:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBIn this episode, we examine how Christmas is a time of Healing by playing a little bit of Enya's "Spirit of Christmas Past" and talking about the Christmas Special on Cobra Kai with Ali, Daniel and Johnny. In our work, we look at taking the time for personal care including stretching and prayerful meditation. Lastly, taking inventory or stock or our muscles, joints, and mental well-being including being "One with Yourself," to heal.
Little Drummer Boy
December 06, 2023 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBIn this episode, we use the Christmas Song "Little Drummer Boy" as our basis and inspiration for our topic, first doing our work task of Demo with a Hammer and Crowbar in home improvement. We also teach the basics of Stick Fighting in our martial arts training segment. Lastly, in our mental training, we talk about giving all that you can give as an example from the song "I have no gift to give...I will play my best for him."
60-Second Promo
November 28, 2023 21:00 - 1 minute - 1.1 MBHere is a NEW 60 Second Promo of our Podcast Karate Kid Master Dojo. Enjoy!
Home Base
November 15, 2023 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this episode, we examine the steps in getting your home or business in order by getting organized, throwing away junk, and cleaning to be more efficient. Then we define your home base or business space as a special place in martial arts that you train. Your Dojo or Dojahng is a "House of Discipline," a place of motivation, a place to hang out, and a place of peace.
Sun Tzu's Art of War II
September 26, 2023 20:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBIn this episode, we exam the 2nd half of Sun Tzu's Art of War, the lessons 6-9 which are great lessons useful in business, marketing, and martial arts. They are not only good for martial arts, but great lessons for your whole life as well. In our martial art practice, we talk about the concept of walking or running away as opposed to fighting. We also talk about having good defense and a really strong offense in order to end a fight quickly as to not prolong the "warfare." Lastly, buildi...
Rep Challenge
September 06, 2023 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this episode, we examine the work task of lifting things for your job from one place to another in order to do the job that you planned (usually three times from store to site). In our martial art practice, we determine a list of exercises to do on a daily basis in order to increase strength and muscle endurance. We count the sets and standardize the rep amount for easy counting to determine each day your grand total and how much you have worked out and help to set new fitness goals fo...
Colors
August 25, 2023 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBIn this episode, we examine how painting both inside or outside of a house or business can be done effectively from start to finish. Then we look at how painting can be preparation for your martial art techniques like blocking, striking, or kicking with strength and precision. Lastly, we discuss the psychology of colors and how they play a role in our life both at home, business, and marketing. "Color is a Power which directly influences the Soul."
Leverage
August 09, 2023 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode, we look at the concept of Leverage in our Martial Art Training, especially concerning our Close Range Defenses when someone grabs us. In our work task, we talk about the everyday tasks like using a wrench or hammer in a way to maximize leverage and increase power. Also, how we lift heavy objects is very important to cleaning us safe and injury free. In our martial art training, we look at those Close Range Defenses and how to properly apply leverage to break out of those...
Spirituality
July 21, 2023 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode, we examine the concept of Spirituality in Martial Arts including defining it as being concerned with the human spirit or soul as opposed to material or physical things. We also identified the three elements or dimensions of spiritual health. In the martial art training, we look at "candle training" as an exercise to focus your chi or spirit into your technique. Lastly, we talked about meditation and the "Attitude of Gratitude."
Ki Hap
June 30, 2023 14:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode, we examine the use of the KI or Ki Hap in class and in a self defense situations. We talk about the benefits of doing a Ki Hap or "Spirit Yell" in general when doing your techniques to generate power. In self defense situations, the Ki Hap is a tool to get over fear, inspire fear to your opponent, and generate surprise that is useful to counterattack. We also look at the uses in patterns or Katas, speed drills, and shield attack to use to energize and motivate both yourse...
So Behind...
June 16, 2023 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBIn this episode, we examine what it means to be so behind in your martial art training and how to catch up. You can do this by making it a priority and making time throughout the day while working at your job or while at home. Also, we examine the mental checklist to keep doing your whole body workout system geared towards performance including flexibility training. There is also something to work on when it comes to your training and by doing this, you are always ready.
Gray Jedi
May 12, 2023 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBIn this episode, we examine the Gray Jedi Knight Philosophy and how it is similar to a martial art code of balance. We look at how the Gray Jedi differ from the Traditional Jedi Knights and their Sith Counterparts in the movies. In our martial art practice, we learn several Gray Jedi moves and Force Abilities as well as the mental training of meditation, mindfulness, and being one with the Force. "I am one with the Force and the Force is with me."
Endurance Machine
May 05, 2023 15:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode, we examine the topic of "Endurance Machine" which is a way to train so that you can get in great shape for health and performance. In our work task we focus on manual labor type of outside yard work in order to build locomotor endurance in our muscles. Then in our martial art practice we have extreme focus to do pattern (or kata) sets from white belt to our highest belt achieved. We also do the same with speed drill, basics, and lifting light weights (or body weight exerci...
Tar the Roof
April 24, 2023 17:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBIn this episode, we examine the work task of tar and shingle a flat or slightly pitched roof. In working, we learn muscle memory that is not only effective to applying the tar, but also builds strength and martial art techniques. One technique was the "smearing blocks" which is effective to defending yourself especially if your accuracy is not fully developed yet. In the mental martial art training, we talk about not being "stuck in the tar" and always continue to learn our entire life.
Sun Tzu's Art of War I
March 24, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBIn the episode, we examine the book Sun Tzu's Art of War, which has been a basis for military strategy but also has been used in business to be competitive in an industry. In martial arts movies, such as Karate kid and others, parts of the book have been quoted and used. In our personal martial art training, we discuss how key strategies can be used to get out of conflict, find an appropriate solution, and neutralize a situation. Lastly, we talk about how to hone and sharpen your mind a...
Insulation
March 01, 2023 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBIn this episode, we examine how to install insulation your home or business in order to better protect against the loss of heat or cool. We also use this concept to provide a "cushion of protection" in self defense using methods and techniques in order to maintain your personal space and help to guarantee protection from harm. Lastly, we talked about being respectful of this insulating space around you while dealing with other people in stores and while driving.
Building & Destroying
February 13, 2023 17:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBIn this episode, we examine the concept of Building and Destroying things like in the Karate Kid and Cobra Kai Shows where the Dojo is being built, destroyed, or re-built again. First, we use the work of construction to learn how to build things like walls, re-building floors, etc to illustrate the hard work needed to create something. Sometimes you need to destroy something in order to build it back up again. In our physical training, we focus on fighting on a fighting platform (or simil...
Repetition
February 02, 2023 23:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBIn this episode, we look at the repetition in the work tasks that Mr. Miyagi did with Daniel in the Karate Kid Movie and how this develops muscle memory. Focusing on the repetitive work tasks we can manage our time to get things done effectively and efficiently. Our martial art training is very similar using pattern sets, speed drill sets, basic sets, and strengthening sequences, we can get better at our martial art skills. These skills are easily translated into better movements, increa...
Hibernation Sickness
January 30, 2023 15:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode, we examine how people make excuses, when in cold environments like Michigan, to not getting any work done. We value hard work and getting things done even in these extreme temperatures (even extreme heat too). This is also important in our martial art training and active lifestyle, so that we can continue to make gains in our progress and maintain our conditioning. By applying these pointers, we can avoid hibernation sickness for many months, get out, and have fun!
Superhero
January 16, 2023 19:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBIn this episode, we talk about the super moves techniques done in the Karate Kid and Cobra Kai Shows. We also examine the side jobs that Superheroes do to cover their identity and develop humility. Lastly, we discuss the martial art physical training and mental attitude that a Superhero would possibly do to better themselves and have the right mind set.
Chameleon
September 22, 2022 00:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this episode, we examine the concept of being a Chameleon or someone who blends in and can relate to many different types of people. In our work task, we look at building and using chests, secret compartments and caches, and secret doors as a way to keep things organized, safe, and just for fun! In our Physical Martial Art Training we talk about increasing our strength and coordination for full body control used for Ninja Skills or the art of disappearing. Lastly, we talk about the bene...
Tensile Strength
September 09, 2022 01:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBIn this episode, we examine Tensile Strength and how it helps in Martial Art Training. We look at the manual labor type of work that builds and develops Tensile Strength similar to the training in the movie, the Karate Kid as well as Cobra Kai Netflix Series. After that, we can use this Tensile Strength to our advantage in our Martial Art Training both with the Physical Training and combine it with our Mental Training by using "Peace of Mind" in our Flexibility Training. We do this to not...
Wash the Windows
June 09, 2022 01:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode, we get back to our roots with a work task of Washing the Windows, where we look at how to do and why to do it in your business and home. Then in the physical training we show the benefits of the different blocks learned during this work task. Lastly, we examine the different martial art training philosophy methods of Daniel and Johnny in the Cobra Kai Show.
Stretching & Meditation II
April 19, 2022 02:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode, we examine the 7 Best Stretching Practices where you can decide which one suits your needs the best. We also briefly look at the 9 Types of Meditation and which ones work with martial arts. You can also decide which other ones may work for you and gave examples to illustrate and illuminate them for further discussions. We looked at Meditative Movements as a way to practice your patterns or form as well as gave you a fantasy reference for a type of meditation and restful a...
Origin of Martial Arts
March 14, 2022 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode, we examine the recent history of martial arts from 1900 to present, seeing how it has changed over the years. In our exploration of this history, we see that a martial art becomes popular upon the merging of two cultures, the additions to the Olympic Games, and in recently in movies like "Enter the Dragon." In our martial art practice, we look at how the basic punch and front kick have changed as examples of starting to use science and physics to explain velocity and power...
Redemption of Hawk
March 01, 2022 02:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBIn this episode, we examine the "Hawk" Character in Cobra Kai Show and how it relates to bullying and gaining confidence in martial arts. In our work task, we work on ourselves by taking mental inventory, gain confidence, and be proud of who we are! In our martial art practice, we look at jump kicks and how we move, bend and twist, especially in circles, in defense drills. Lastly, we talk about personal redemption and life as a series of circles moving forward. You follow this and you ca...
Master of the Elements
February 02, 2022 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBIn this episode, we examine both Sho-Chu Geiko and Kon Geiko which are hot weather and cold weather training methods seen in the TV Series Cobra Kai. First, we look at how to do work and be productive in these two extremes, then we talk about martial art training benefits by doing your patterns (or katas) in both temperatures. Lastly, we learn about the discipline needed to operate, work, train, and get out of your comfort zone by training in the elements. There is no Geiko that takes p...
Googliness
January 19, 2022 01:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBIn this episode, we examine the topic of Googliness and how it relates to martial arts. First, we design a new martial art studio using some concepts of how Google designs their Headquarters to be both practical, creative, and fun (just like Mr. Miyagi did!). Next look at the creative ways to add to your physical training using technique concepts for fun and build coordination. Lastly, we examine the 12 ways to be Googley or to have Googliness and how they correlate to the same ways that...
Nothing in Life is Free
January 11, 2022 00:00 - 21 minutes - 15.2 MBIn this episode, we examine the topic that "Nothing in Life is Free" starting with how stretch a dollar, live simply, shop around, and be happy with what you have. Then we talk about how everyone pays and if they don't then they are either helping with sweat equity or someone else is paying their way. In our martial art practice, we talk about the importance of having a strong trunk, strong punch or palm, and a strong front and heel kicks are staples to your martial arts. In the mental tr...
Christmas Miracle
December 28, 2021 02:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBin this episode, we examine the Christmas Miracle, where something special is achieved or goal completed during the Holiday Season. During the work task, we look for the setting up your space for a business or special space at home where people can gather and develop into a community. In the martial art practice, we look at techniques used to stretch and strengthen the muscles used during the construction work task. Lastly, we talk about our Christmas Miracles are more easily achieved wh...
Frosty the Snowman
December 14, 2021 01:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBIn this episode, we look at winter chores as a setup for winter wonderland fun. We also draw parallels for those that live in warmer climates as well. During the martial art practice, we talk about how to use a Snowman, Sandman, or BOB as a sparring buddy practicing your kicks and hand techniques. We also cover a snowball or boulder game where your friend throws one at you and you must kick it with a swing kick or chopping technique before it hits you. Lastly, we talk about the magic of...
Time Management
December 06, 2021 03:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode, we examine the concept of Time Management and how we go through our daily life trying to accomplish all of our daily tasks. We look at ways to manage your time effectively but not to be labor it so that it becomes another task in and of itself. In the martial art training, we cover the extra reps in conditioning, making time to work on techniques that we are not very good at as well as your weaker arm or leg as well. Lastly, in our mental training, we make time for clas...
Maintenance Man
November 23, 2021 21:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBIn this episode, we examine why Mr. Miyagi, Mr. Han, and even Johnny Lawrence were Maintenance Men in the Karate Kid Movies and Cobra Kai Series. We talk about the duties of a Maintenance Man and what work is using involved used for body maintenance for martial art training. In the martial art practice portion, we talk about the special moves and stretches for that type of work including a special kick. Lastly, we lookout the mentality of why someone would be in this type of work for pena...
Coyote Creek
November 08, 2021 01:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBIn this episode, we talk about the outing by Sensei Kreese and Sensei Johnny Lawrence in Cobra Kai where they take the students to Coyote Creek. We then talk about how to take your martial art training to the next level by visiting a state park or local park for some drills and activities, like Sensei Daniel Larusso did instead. By activating your martial art skills using this park and gaining the peace of nature, you can gain perspective and good training rep-oar with your students. La...
Fixing the Car
October 26, 2021 21:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this episode, we examine the work task of fixing the car like they have shown in the Karate Kid Universe many times. It starts with knowing your vehicle really well and doing preventative maintenance by checking things out ahead of time so that they do not turn into major repairs in the future. Kids should help their parents with maintaining the cars and applying it to their martial art training. They can do this by knowing their body and doing martial art form and mental checks along...
True Champion
October 18, 2021 01:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBIn this episode, we examine what it means to be a True Champion, just like what Johnny Lawrence talked about in Cobra Kai. We take a look at our work tasks and know that some things are just temporary because a True Champion does not quit and keeps their "Eye on the Prize." In our martial art training, we cover overall body conditioning and basic proper punch and kick form. In our mental training, we understand that martial arts is a way of life not just learning how to fight. Lastly, ...
Work Stretching
October 11, 2021 01:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBIn this episode, we examine the stretches used when doing your everyday work to prepare the body for your day. We look at the different times a day that you should loosen up and how often in order to avoid injury and keep living your healthy life. We describe the transitional exercises that we do to be able to keep working hard each day both at work and in the dojo without the build up tension. Lastly. we examine the "monk" life and the concept of using our martial art stoicism to not com...
Mixing Cement
October 04, 2021 02:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode, we examine the work task of mixing cement just like in the Cobra Kai TV Show with Sensei Johnny Lawrence. We talk about getting the right consistency when making cement to use in posts, walkways, and for your mailbox. We talk about the metaphor of a champion that keeps on training, even after they have achieved something, in order to keep moving forward with their progress. We cover the claw finger strike and some weight shifting drills when grabbing your opponent in fight...
Stupid Reasons
September 27, 2021 21:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBIn this episode, we identify the "stupid reasons" that people use to keep them from making good decisions and achieving their goals. In the work task, we identify what these reasons could be, the history behind them, bring them down to the ridiculous, and see if they hold up or not. If not, them the decision should be clear path to achieving your goal and not letting anything get in our way. In the martial art practice, we focus on front hand and front leg techniques because they are oft...
Rip the Nail
September 18, 2021 16:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBIn this episode, we look at the work task of ripping a nail from a piece of wood which is the opposite of what we usually see in the Karate Kid Movies because they never show when they have to clean up a mess. In this job, you have to use leverage to remove nails using a hammer or crowbar to get them out effectively. In the martial art practice, we examine the "martial art push" used to adjust the situation by adjusting the distance in a self defense situation to keep you striking. In yo...
Commitment
September 12, 2021 23:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBIn this episode, we examine the commitment necessary to achieve a black belt or 2nd degree black belt. We realize that every student must do the work themselves because nobody can do it for you. During the martial art training portion, we discussed the techniques learned at black belt including the feint or decoy movements and strategies. Lastly, we talk about the firm commitment to the process and the promise that it will be worth it!
Clear the Floor
September 02, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBIn this episode, we examine the dirty job of clearing the floor where there is a lot of debris and you need to develop a strategy to clean it up. Then in the martial art practice, we talk about using the knife hand strike, down punch and downward side kicks to use to break stuff into pieces. Being a martial artist has its perks when doing demo in a housing project or construction of a new business. Lastly, we talked about the concept that "no job is beneath us" and it takes discipline ...
Nobody Works
August 24, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBIn this episode, we examine the current concept in our society that nobody wants to work and the perceived negative tone of work. In the martial art practice, we work on a few exercises and drills to stimulate the work needed to perfect your martial art moves. Lastly, we examine ways to increase your work ethic and to get over the hurdle of working smarter but still using time management to get the job done instead of making excuses or feeling entitled to not work.
Enter the Dojo
August 18, 2021 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this episode, we examine the concept of setting up a Dojo in many different formats. As part of our work task, we look at the many different aspects of doing the preparation work for your Dojo and how Virtual and Online Opportunities are also a great way to learn. Lastly, we talk about the at the student's home martial art practice and to be effective in your training and commitment towards the details of your form.
New Beginnings
July 25, 2021 17:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBIn this New Season 3 Episode, we examine the work task of general construction needed to build a new martial art studio. This includes learning how to mud, sand, and paint a wall, extensive cleaning and setup. In the martial art practice, we talk about practicing at the studio and continuing to practice at home for maximum skill development. We also cover should blocking and circular deflecting to get better at self defense.
Change
July 21, 2021 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBIn this episode, we talk about CHANGE and how it happens if we are growing and moving forward. We can roll with the change, resist the change, but ultimately change will happen no matter what we do! In the Karate Kid Part 2, Daniel goes through a lot of changes after high school and Mr. Miyagi helps him to find his focus again by hitting the nail with the hammer in order to take his mind off the problems, and help him to find himself again. We also talk about the 5 year plan and how it a...
Always Be Your Sensei
July 12, 2021 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBIn this episode, I talk about the Karate Kid and Cobra Kai reference where Daniel tells his daughter, Sam that he will always be there for her. Also, Johnny Lawrence says the same thing to Miguel that he will always be his Sensei and always have his best interests at heart. In the same way, I am now saying this to my students in Florida because we are moving back home to Michigan. I talk about all of the things that we created together and the legacy that they helped to shape. Lastly, I...