In this episode I talk about choosing a dojo that is right for you. This episode is dedicated to "R" for asking me a question on my YouTube video with Ron Nix Sensei: https://youtu.be/8EjHt0bOspgTrust me when I say the Sensei is way more important than the style. There's great Sensei's in every style, and sadly there's bad Sensei's too. Shoot me a message at josh@okinawakaratepodcast.com and let me know how you choose the correct dojo. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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OKP #38 - It's All About The Sensei

Stay in your lane and FOCUS. What does this mean to me both in and out of the dojo? Well you have to listen to find out. I am curious to know what you think. Does this make any sense or is Josh off his rocker again? Shoot me a message. Oh an if it's not too much trouble can I please ask for a review on whatever podcast app you are listening on at this time? Thank you as always, Josh Simmers See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OKP #37 - Stay in Your Lane & FOCUS

As a follow-up to episode 35, "Be a Good Uke," I will describe the nicest, kindest training partner I had. If only I could remember his name. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OKP #36 - He Could Have Kicked Off My Head

Are you a good training partner? Have you partnered with that bad uke?Are you that bad uke? Don't be a bad uke!!!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OKP #35 - Be A Good Uke

My Sensei's wife passed away. She was a pillar in the dojo. No need to elaborate any more than that. We all have pillars in the dojo. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OKP #34 - Pillars in The Dojo

I am pleased to bring you this book interview and discussion with Jason Perry Sensei as we discuss "An Old Man's Way - Doug Perry's Unlikely Journey Through Karate, War, and Life." If you haven't already watched my first interview with Jason Perry Sensei, I suggest watching that first to get a taste of his own story and journey in the arts. Jason Perry Sensei is a 7th Dan in Shorin-Ryu and the son of Doug Perry, 10th Dan, Shorin-Ryu. I hope you enjoy this video and if you are interested in purchasing the book or just learning more about the author and his father you can visit the following:Softbound: www.amazon.comHardbound: www.lulu.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/OldManWay See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OKP #33 - "An Old Man's Way - Doug Perry's Unlikely Journey Through Karate, War, and Life."

I am pleased to present my video interview with Jason Perry, Shorinryu Kensankai. Jason Perry is the son of Doug Perry, Hanshi 10th Dan, and was practically born in the dojo. He literally cannot remember his first days because they go beyond his earliest memories of growing up on Marine Corps Bases along the East Coast, often being the only child in a dojo full of Marines, Soldiers and Sailors. He has nearly four full decades of martial arts training, he is a pure gentleman, and a Sensei in the truest sense.https://shorinryukensankai.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OKP #32 – Jason Perry, Kensankai Shorin-Ryu

Part 3 of my interview with Michael Hagen, Sensei - Apex Karate Performance is here. This is the final episode in a 3 Part series I did with Michael in May 2020. If you are interested in learning more about Michael and Apex Karate Performance check out his YouTube page, Facebook and Instagram. All loaded with great content. https://www.apexkarateperformance.comhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVL7lQSgKsZ34SGuFp2nl9Qhttps://www.instagram.com/accounts/login/?next=/apexkarateperformance/https://www.facebook.com/apexkarateperformance See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OKP #31 - Michael Hagen Pt 3- Apex Karate Performance

Welcome back to the interview series with Michael Hagen Sensei. This is Part 2 of the series and in this episode, we get to listen to Michael describe his rise to a National Team Kata Champion and his competition in the WKF. Although by listening to Michael talk you would never know he is a multi-time Team USA National Champion. He definitely maintains the humble attitude of a beginner’s mind.  Please enjoy Part 2 with Michael Hagen, Sensei.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OKP #30 - Michael Hagen - Part 2 National Kata Champion and more

This is episode one of a three-episode series with Michael Hagen, Sensei. Michel began his martial arts training in Taekwon Do in his home state of Alaska. In his university days he was able to travel to Japan and he of course kept training. This was his introduction to Shito-Ryu. Many years later he hasn’t looked back.  Please enjoy Part 1 with Michael Hagen, Sensei and as always thank you very much for tuning in to the Okinawa Karate Podcast. BABu65SiFAfCcuYiXwcR See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OKP #29 - Michael Hagen - Part 1 TKD to Shito-Ryu

This is the final episode of my interview with Sensei Pat McGale. In Part 1 we learned about his time in Okinawa Kenpo growing up here on Okinawa. In Part 2 we learned about his days of WuShu in the San Francisco area. In Part 3 we learned about his return to the Okinawa arts when he was introduced to the Omine Karate Dojo. In this final episode we learn more about his teaching and training methods at the Omine Okinawa Karate & Kobudo Dojo and the study of Kishaba Juku with 10th Dan Sensei Katsuhiko Shinzato. This 4 part series is dedicated to the memory of Sensei Susan Budge. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OKP # 28 - Pat McGale Pt4 - Kishaba Juku

OKP brings you Part 3 with Pat McGale Sensei. In Part 1 we learned about his Okinawa Kenpo years. In Part 2 we learned about his WuShu years. In Part 3 we learn about his introduction to Susan Budge Sensei at the Omine Karate Dojo in San Bruno, CA. https://www.facebook.com/ominekarate/http://ominekarate.com/ominekarate/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OKP # 27 - Pat McGale Pt3 - Omine Okinawa Karate & Kobudo

This is Part 2 with Pat McGale Sensei. Previously in Part 1 we learned about his training in Okinawa Kenpo beginning at age 5 until he left the island of Okinawa at age 23.In Part 2 we learn about getting kicked out of a TKD Studio, for a side kick no less, and his 10+ years in WuShu.Webpage of Pat Sensei's WuShu Coach, Richard Branden.Sadly Richard passed away in 2013 due to Pancreatic Cancer.Our thoughts and prayers to his family, his students and everyone he touched positively through the martial arts.https://www.studiokickspaloalto.com/richard-branden See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OKP # 26 - Pat McGale Pt 2 - WuShu Years

Pat McGale started training at the age of five with Master Odo Seikichi of Okinawa Kenpo. By age seven he had already cut himself badly with kama, by age 13 he was competing in the black belt division in karate and kobudo tournaments and bringing home hardware.Five decades later he is still training and teaching Okinawa Karate.In Episode 1 with Pat Sensei we learn about his time in Okinawa Kenpo from age 5 to 23. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OKP # 25 - Pat McGale Pt1 - Okinawa Kenpo

This is my first long distance video, as you can tell when it cuts off mid-stream. But with crazy times comes crazy videos. Get out there and train on tour own. Coronavirus sucks! This interview is with my good friend Richard Canton of Canton Martial Arts.https://www.cantonmartialarts.org.uk/Richard is a kick ass fighter, and a well rounded martial artist that doesn't keep his passion or emotions hidden. I recommend you meet and train with him in person for the full effect. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OKP # 24 - Richard Canton of Canton Martial Arts, UK

The okinawakaratepodcast is the only Karate podcast from the Birthplace of Karate, Okinawa Japan.Many listeners know that Okinawa is a very small island with a very large heart. This is ever true in the circle of Okinawa Karate. My goal with this podcast is to share some of this beauty with you. Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy. Best Regards,

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