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This time we talk about recent events with Conor McGregor, traditional training for modern competitors, and how to train as you get older. Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 069: It’s Getting Old appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

This episode, we discuss whether or not the martial arts should be taught as a part of PE in public schools. We also share some of the common excuses existing martial arts practitioners use to avoid training. Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 068: Physical Education Through Martial Arts appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

We’re back! This time, we discuss bringing in outside instructors to teach at your school and our top 3 (or so) favorite excuses for not starting martial arts. Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 067: Who’s the Master? appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

On this episode, we discuss systemic approaches to martial arts training. We use Joe Rogan’s recent discussion with John Danaher about BJJ as an example, and expand the discussion to other martial arts. Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 066: A Systemic Approach appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

This episode we get caught up about our ongoing training progress, discuss some recent MMA News, and give our top 5 qualities we look for in a martial arts instructor. Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 065: Top 5 Qualities of a Martial Arts Instructor appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

We’re joined by Bo Godawa from V-Fit93 Entertainment & Promotions! We’ll discuss both boxing and his martial arts background, making the transition to become a promoter, and the upcoming Fight Night 2nd Season Event: Saturday, January 27th in Daytona Beach. Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 064: Fight Night – 2nd Season appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

This episode, we discuss some listener/viewer feedback, talk about the pros and cons of at home training, and setting expectations for rank evaluation. We also play a martial arts version of the “Would you Rather” game.   Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 063: Would you rather… appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

Budo, mudo, the martial way, the path. We provide our insight into how to define the path, walk the path, and what to do when you stray from the path. Books mentioned in this episode: Living the Martial Way: A Manual for the Way a Modern Warrior Should Think by Forrest E. Morgan, Maj USAF Read More ...The post OTC 062: The Martial Way appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

This time we discuss the benefits and drawbacks of traditional weapons practice and their application to modern-day training. We also have our first Fantasy Kumite Battle! Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 061: Fantasy Kumite Battle! appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

This time, John is back to help us discuss leadership in the military and how it relates to the martial arts. We also discuss the book Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 060: Leadership (Part 2) appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

This week, Brian and Shelby discuss leadership as it relates to the martial arts. We also describe our definitions of self-defense vs. fighting vs. competition, and chat about the revisionist history of Taekwondo. Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 059: Leadership (Part 1) appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

John is back! This episode, we discuss the amazing UFC 217 event, aggressive training partners, and our top three perspective-changing martial arts experiences. Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 058: Changing Perspectives appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

Back after a few months with a new episode! This time, Brian and Shelby talk about traditional vs. sport/modern martial arts, their interview with WESH news in Orlando, and the SHIELD Against Bullying program. A few links we mentioned on the show: The Karate Kid: Daniel is the REAL Bully No More Kings – Sweep Read More ...The post OTC 057: Don’t Join the Cobra Kai appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

This time we talk about old-school black belts vs. modern practitioners in both BJJ and Taekwondo, and we discuss how hypocrisy can sometimes creep into martial arts schools. We also myth-bust one of our previous busted myths! Link to martial arts registration law in Guam: http://www.guamcourts.org/CompilerofLaws/GCA/10gca/10gc062.pdf Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 056: New School Beats Old School? appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

We’re back! This time, we discuss what makes a “traditional” style, training with injuries, and why some martial arts organizations are filled with corruption. Also, what to do when a student is losing interest right before a milestone achievement. Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 055: Chuck Norris’ Locker appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

Rickson Gracie’s red belt promotion sparks some discussion about ranking systems, promotion requirements, and what it truly means to be humble in the martial arts. Shelby also tells some tall tales… Here’s a link to the video we referenced on the show: Rickson Gracie Red Belt Ceremony Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 054: Fish Stories appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

This time, we talk about the separation between the traditional practices and combat sports. We also discuss what the future may look like for the martial arts. Here’s a link to the book we referenced on the show –  A Killing Art: The Untold History of Tae Kwon Do. Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 053: Future so bright… appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

We’ve got another great round of fan questions! This time, we discuss understanding and controlling distance in a fight, staying consistent with your training over the long-term, and the benefits of cross training. Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 052: Take two! appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

This episode, we provide some advice for adult students, discuss whether a curriculum actually holds back talented students, and provide our thoughts on the recent news regarding the Lopez family of Olympic Taekwondo fame. Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 051: Choices, choices… appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.

We’re back with more listener questions! This time, we tackle, how the martial arts can help with anxiety or depression, what aspects of training benefits school aged children the most, and combatives for the modern war-fighter. Also available on our YouTube channel:The post OTC 050: More Listener Questions! appeared first on Off the Centerline Podcast.