Okinawa Karate Podcast

Cheyne McMahon Sensei and I talk karate, Brazilian JiuJitsu, promotions, teaching children and adults, Cheyne's nearly 40 year history and how he stays motivated to continue training, teaching, his thoughts on how karate should evolve.Cheyne also confirms they do not hold birthday parties at his dojo. Find out more about Cheyne and the Australian Karate Academy here:https://aka.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all have a mind’s eye. It’s the eye that our mind uses to create an image how we are doing something or more specifically, what we look like when we are doing something. Think about those times when sensei says “Do it like this” and you respond “I am doing it like that.” That’s because your mind’s eye has you convinced that is how you are doing it and gosh dang it, you look damn good doing it. Sadly your mind’s eye is probably lying to you.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all have that one friend that always has the good ideas for creating some fun, that might be a bit on the edge and could come across as not appropriate or down right controversial. That friend that seems to always have a great idea that somehow ends you in the hot seat while they sit by looking like the perfect angel. You know who you are. Well I am not falling for it, buddy. You can discuss those topics on your own podcast. Or, if you're not scared, we can do a collaboration where we discuss some of these touchy subjects together. This time you're throwing the toilet paper too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all know and can define a Sensei and Student relationship. One is teaching and the other is learning. Typically our sensei is the one we learn from and also from whom we receive rank or promotions. What if you learn from someone, not once or twice, but very often, however you do not receive rank or any recognition of a rank, title, or anything else? Is that person your sensei, just 'a' sensei, a training partner, or some person you bounce around with while wearing white pajamas? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 23 is known as Irei no Hi here on Okinawa. Irei no Hi is the Okinawa Memorial Day and, just like Memorial Day observed in many other countries, is held to honor those that perished during war. I cannot imagine a karate-ka around the world that does not know at least something about World War II. But I think many do not understand the significance World War II, and specifically the Battle of Okinawa (aka The Typhoon of Steel), had on the spread of Okinawa Karate around the world. As always, thank you for listening to the Okinawa Karate Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Training in martial arts should be fun. If it’s not fun, something needs to change, and that might be you.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's a meme that bounces around the social media platforms that reads "10 minutes with the right sensei is worth more than 10 years with the wrong sensei." Here I discuss my thoughts on that meme and my 10 minute conversation with the right sensei. Or was it just the right 10 minute conversation? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In November 2023 my very good friend and budo brother, Tuari Dawson, visited Okinawa. Tuari is the host of The Invisible Sensei and A Life Indigenous Podcasts, two podcasts I encourage you to subscribe, listen and support. Shortly after Tuari returned to New Zealand I gathered him and James Pankiewicz to record this recap and to discuss some very exciting events coming up in New Zealand in October 2024. Watch and listen for all of the details. Find all of Tuari's information here: https://linktr.ee/Invisen/ Interested in the Kizuna New Zealand Seminar? Go here: https://linktr.ee/Kizuna2024Asato Dojo: https://asatodojo.com/BujinTV: https://bujin.tv/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why do you like karate? That's a question nearly every karate practitioner has been asked multiple times. I have been asked that question multiple times and I have given multiple answers. Well on one such occasion I gave an answer that was terrible and it's haunted me for four years. So I'd like to take the time to give a better answer than I did those four years ago in room full of well known and well respected karate masters. I really appreciate hearing from the Okinawa Karate Podcast listeners as well. I try to provide you some value in this podcast and please know that I greatly value the feedback I get from you. So why do you like karate? If you care to share your response with me I'd be more than happy to read it. Send to: josh@okinawakaratepodcast.comAs always, thank you for listing to the Okinawa Karate Podcast!Josh Simmershttps://linktr.ee/OkinawaKaratePodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I am a white belt again and dang it feels good. In April 2022 I joined a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu dojo here on Okinawa so I thought I would begin sharing some of these experiences with the OKP Family. Please let me know your own experiences branching out of karate and trying a new discipline. Or maybe you are coming to karate from another discipline. I'd really like to hear from you regarding your experiences. As always, thank you for supporting the Okinawa Karate Podcast. Josh Simmershttps://linktr.ee/OkinawaKaratePodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a minute, er um more like one year, since I recorded an audio only episode of the Okinawa Karate Podcast. I may have taken a long hiatus but I am back. A sincere thank you to those that have stuck around and checked in on me by asking "when is the next episode?" Well here it is. Just a short recording to remind you that I am still here in the Birthplace of Karate and still hosting the only Karate podcast from the Birthplace of Karate, Okinawa Japan. Thanks again for all of the support. Josh SimmersOkinawa Karate Podcasthttps://linktr.ee/OkinawaKaratePodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you a good training partner? Have you partnered with that bad uke?Are you that bad uke? Don't be a bad uke!!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.