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In This Podcast, Host Jonathan Fader goes over a blog post series written by Evan Jex, titled Are you a good Training Partner? Jon adds his commentary to this series on an important topic that is how to train with other people for martial arts. While Martial Arts is inherently individualistic/solo the reality is your progress is often a matter of how good your training partners are. If no one wants to train with you because you are "that person" in the gym then you are actually harming your progress the most because you actually aren't a good training partner. Evan was also on Episode 64 as a guest. www.utkmblog.com www.utkmu.com www.urbantacticskm.com The post Episode 74 – Blogpost Series -Are You a Good Training Partner? first appeared on Urban Tactics Krav Maga.

Kip Warner is part of a group called the Canadian Society for the Advancement of Science in Public Policy, which has currently filed a class-action lawsuit against the Provincial Government of British Columbia regarding their COVID-19 Policies. Kip has a BSc from UBC in computer sciences with a focus on Artificial intelligence and has even found himself working with groups like NASA. He spent time in the Canadian Armed Forces, finishing as an officer at a time when it was no longer a good fit for him. Additionally, he learned various classical European sword styles to broaden his combat knowledge. In this podcast, we discuss the legal action against the government (but due to ongoing litigation our discussion was limited), his veganism, science and technology, environmentalism, martial arts, military service, and our general thoughts and philosophies. The goal of this podcast was to show you who KIP is as there have already been attempts to smear his personal character publicly as he garners a lot more support than certain groups would like. Support their Cause https://ca.gofundme.com/f/bc-supreme-court-covid19-constitutional-challenge The post Episode 73 – Kip Warner is part of a group suing the BC Government over Covid-19 Policy first appeared on Urban Tactics Krav Maga.

Krav Maga Like anything has a lot of misinformation floating around on the internet. Either because people make things up, fail to understand or simply say things because of ego. This episode goes over some myths and misconceptions that our students requested we talk about. There are of course many more but we didn't have all day... www.utkmblog.com www.utkmu.com www.urbantacticskm.com The post Episode 72- Blogpost Series – Krav Maga Myths and Misconceptions first appeared on Urban Tactics Krav Maga.

Ted received his UTKM Yellow Belt a short time ago, yet COVID has not stopped his love of learning and growing particularly in the Martial Arts including Krav Maga and now BJJ. He has involved his children in this passion as well as he hopes they gain the skills they need for a happier healthier life. Ted has done a variety of jobs over the years from driving to directing, has several degrees, and loves to ski. In this podcast, we go deep and personal while sharing aspects of our personal lives and the things we have learned, and how we have grown. We talk about parenting, being objective, growth, and what we have learned as we have stumbled through life with all its trials and tribulations. Ted may consider himself "Just a guy", be we consider him a super dad because he is meaningfully and actively involved in his children's lives. This one is for all the parents out there! The post Episode 71 – Ted is a UTKM Yellow Belt, Father, and in general just a guy first appeared on Urban Tactics Krav Maga.

Raziel Cohen of NDF Training originally from California but now residing in NJ is known as the "Tactical Rabbi" as he is a Tactical Firearms Trainer and ordained Rabbi. He gained interest in tactical training and personal self defense due to issues with break ins and threats of violence at the family home. He trained hard and consistently gaining traction and getting noticed by some elite US Military Units due to his Instagram Account NDFTraining. He now regularly trainins Military, Law Enforcement and Civilians who to properly use their firearms for tactical purposes of self defense where legally allowed. In this episode we stay fairly on topic of Tactical Firearms Training, Firearms in general, Training ideologies and a little bit about being Jewish in North America. The post Episode 70 – Raziel Cohen aka “The Tactical Rabbi” is the Head Instructor at NDF Training specializing in Tactical Firearms Training first appeared on Urban Tactics Krav Maga.

In this Episode host Jonathan Fader goes over a blog post series originally posted in 2017 on Music and Mood relating to his personal story with music, Mood, Depression and the IDF. Though it was not intended this episode ends up being quite dense as a variety of studies are read to back how various aspect of how mood can measurably or otherwise affect your mood and our performance. Music can be used to enhance your mood or keep you in a less desirable mental state. Regardless of the result it can be safely assumed that most people enjoy music in their life. https://utkmblog.com/supportus/ The post Episode 68 – Blogpost Series – Music a Tool to change mood: A Personal History first appeared on Urban Tactics Krav Maga.

Toby Reyes is a lifetime Martial Artist who is an Expert in Arnis and has also focused his training in BJJ and Kickboxing. He was previously on Episode 2 and Episode 42 where you can learn a bit more about his background (These episodes only available on www.utkmblog.com). In This Episode I catch up with Toby and we discuss what's going on in the world from Covid, Politics, The Economic System, Cryptocurrencies and Block Chain. The post Episode 67 – Toby Reyes, Martial Artist, Friend and Multi Episode Guest first appeared on Urban Tactics Krav Maga.

In this episode Jon goes over the blogpost series, "Seek Balance you must" it is a series on balance drawn from the Grey Jedi Code of Star Wars and expands to physical, mental and family. Balance is something you must seek in all aspects of your life to be happy, healthy and thrive. This is but a tiny spec of what could be covered on this topic but enjoy non the less. www.utkmblog.com www.utkmu.com www.urbantacticskm.com The post Episode 67 – Blogpost Series – Seek Balance you Must first appeared on Urban Tactics Krav Maga.

Marcus Torgerson is an IKMF E3, and Global Instructor Team member who has been doing Martial Arts since the age of 10. He completed the IKMF instructors course with Master Avi Moyal in 2005. Marcus combines his real life experience of working 20+ years in night club security with Krav Maga. Because of this experience primarily in Vancouver Canada he was a reference in the book A Doorman's Memoir - Tales of Friendships by Brent Lymer. He was also featured in the Book 100 Deadly Skills - Combat Edition by Clint Emerson . Marcus also happens to be on of the host's Jonathan Faders earlier Krav Maga Instructors when he was still in Vancouver. Marcus' tagline is "Walk with peace in your heart, love in your soul, and violence in your head." In this episode we discuss Krav Maga, Martial arts Business practices, life philosophies and more. https://marcustorgerson.com/ https://utkmblog.com/supportus/ The post Episode 66 – Marcus Torgerson is an IKMF GIT member and E3 and has been doing martial arts most of his life first appeared on Urban Tactics Krav Maga.

In this episode, Jon goes over the blogpost series, "The 4 Stages of Self Defense" it is a series on the basic strategy taught at UTKM when decided what to do when faced with conflict or violence. The strategy is only one piece of the puzzle and it covers a few other important topics and concepts prior to diving into the main topic. In each stage of self-defense real-world examples are used to emphasize each stage. Remember, Avoid the fight if you can and fight when you must but know when which is which. The post Episode 65 – Blogpost Series – The Four Stages of Self Defense first appeared on Urban Tactics Krav Maga.

Bruce Fontaine is a local martial artist, Stunt Coordinator, Actor and Director. He was lucky to get experience in the Hong Kong movie industry in 80 and 90s. He was even fortunate enough to have worked with Jackie Chan in the Movie Operation Condor. Though his primary style is Wushu he has dabbled in other styles. […] The post Episode 46 - Bruce Fontaine is a local Martial Artist and Stunt coordinator who spent time in the Hong Kong Film industry in the 80s and early 90s first appeared on Urban Tactics Krav Maga.

Mr. John Sambo asked us a while ago to plan a podcast with Terrance J. Kosikar founder of Camp My way. After hearing about the camp we of course agreed. John Sambo is a powerlifter & Strength athlete, bobsledder, musician and an all around great guy. Terrance was the first responder who attended the Fatal accident that occurred at the 2010 winter Olympics and subsequently developed PTSD or PTS Injury as Terrance prefers. This caused a downwards spiral mentally which eventually lead to his self-isolation out near Lillooet BC. This gave him the ability to heal and subsequently found Camp my way a place dedicated to helping First responders and recovering drug addicts recover from PTS. Terrance is also helping get legislation pushed in BC to address this increasing problem of first responder suicide by getting them the help they need sooner. See information on this Bill here. UTKM is proud to help promote this non-partisan cause and support Camp My way to grow and achieve its goals. You can support Terrance by donating via his website at Campmyway.com or by using his #itsnotweaktospeak which can also be found on the website itsnotweaktospeak.com. The post Episode 45 - Terrance Kosikar and John Sambo first appeared on Urban Tactics Krav Maga.

Michelle Tsoi is local martial artist practising in the past Capoeira and more recently started BJJ. She is also a local paramedic for BC ambulance. In this episode, we talk about how she got into martial arts as well as her experience with PTSD as a first responder among other things.