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Episode 834 - Mr. Jay Cooper
Mr. Jay Cooper is a martial arts practitioner and instructor at HAVOC JKD in Canada.
It's not about fighting anymore. Unless you are in a violent profession or you're a violent man, you're not going to get involved in fights all the time anyway. Self-defense is far from being one of the most important things that a martial art will give you.
Mr. Jay Cooper - Episode 834Martial arts and pop culture have a unique and intertwined relationship that has captivated enthusiasts for decades. From the epic battles of Star Wars to the discipline and honor of the samurai, these two worlds have influenced and inspired each other in countless ways.
Mr. Jay Cooper talks about when martial arts were first introduced, it was almost a privilege to be able to practice. Now, it's much more accessible, but that accessibility has also led to a decrease in the specialness of being able to study martial arts.
In this episode, Jay Cooper talks about the overlap between martial arts and nerdism, specifically the influence of the Samurai on Star Wars, especially the Jedi. Jay Cooper, an Englishman turned Canadian, is a martial artist and host of the YouTube channel, Reality Check With Jay Cooper. He has a deep passion for martial arts and has been involved in various styles throughout his life.
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Episode 835 - Martial Arts for Non Martial Artists
In this episode, co-host Andrew Adams is joined by Victor Guarino and Craig Wharem and they talk about Martial Arts for Non Martial Artists.
When someone thinks about martial arts, they often focus on the physical aspects of training, such as self-defense or building strength. However, martial arts offer numerous benefits, which extend beyond the dojo. In this episode, co-host Andrew Adams is joined by Victor Guarino and Craig Wharem and they talk about Martial Arts for Non Martial Artists.
Andrew, Victor, and Craig explore the various benefits that martial arts training can offer individuals who are not involved in the martial arts world. These benefits include the sense of community and camaraderie that martial arts provide, the physical and mental skills that can be developed through training, and the versatility of martial arts as a hobby that can be enjoyed at any age. After listening to the episode it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it. Comment down below!
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