Punch, Kick, Choke, Chat

Join us as we chat again with the hosts of PKCC! Our wonderful hosts dive into another great conversation while taking more questions from the viewers and bring them on to the show to chat with us.#PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week as we sit down with Sabastian Velilla. As a student of Budo since 1984, Sensei Velilla is a U.S. Army Veteran who has completed Post-Graduate programs in Japanese Studies at Sophia University in Tokyo and Advanced Public Policy at Old Dominion University in Virginia. For several years he administered International Military Education and Training to the Japanese Self Defense Forces as part of the Department of the Army Security Assistance Program. He has competed and placed in various Budo Arts in both the U.S. and in Japan. In 2023 Sabastian Sensei was nominated for the Japan Foundation Award and in 2024 received the Korosho award from the Kokusai Budoin (IMAF JAPAN) for meritorious service to Budo. He is dedicated to protecting, preserving and expanding traditional Japanese martial arts (Budo) and Japanese Fine Arts (Bijutsu) while fostering well-disciplined and capable individuals through participation in physical, mental and spiritual training.#PKCC #karate #martialarts

Join us in this micro episode as we discuss the idea of the practical fighting camp, what people like about it, and what's next for it.

Join us this week as we sit down with Darryn Melerine, a dedicated practitioner and an accomplished martial artist. Sensei Melerine's journey in martial arts began in 1989 under the tutelage of Sensei Jack E. Garrett, a direct disciple of martial artists Jacques Lagrand and Frank Curtis. Through his studies in Minami Ryu Jujitsu, judo, and weapons training, Sensei Melerine developed a deep understanding of techniques rooted in practicality and effectiveness for real-life applications.Over the years, he has had the privilege to train and share the mat with some of the most renowned martial arts masters, including Gene LeBell (Judo/Grappling), Wally Jay (Small Circle Jujitsu), Carlos Machado (BJJ World Master's Champion), and Daniel Cormier (MMA World Champion), among others. Sensei Melerine's dedication to martial arts has earned him a Godan in Minami Ryu Jujitsu and Budoshin Ju-Jitsu, recognized by international organizations like the American Jujitsu Association and the United States Jujitsu Federation. In 2022, he was honored with the title of “National Jujitsu Sensei” by the USA Unified Martial Arts Hall of Fame.As the head instructor of Minami Ryu Jujitsu and Zanshin Dojo in Mandeville, LA, Sensei Melerine regularly teaches classes, conducts seminars, and collaborates with martial arts organizations both domestically and internationally. He has also led self-defense and awareness seminars for law enforcement agencies, SWAT teams, military branches, and special forces.Sensei Melerine's continued dedication to martial arts and his relentless pursuit of excellence make him a highly respected figure in the global martial arts community.#PKCC #karate #martialarts

Join us this week as we sit down with Paul Dupre, a martial artist with over 61 years of experience spanning multiple disciplines and traditions. Sensei Dupre began his martial arts journey in 1963 at the Downsview Air Force Base in Toronto, training in Judo and Jujitsu under Minoru “Frank” Hatashita and his students. He later continued at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, where he was captivated by Karate and began his lifelong dedication to the art. In the 1970s, Sensei Dupre trained in Quebec under Raymond Damblant (Club Hakudokan) and Hiroshi Nakamura (Shidokan Judo Club), while also studying Aikido, Aiki-Jutsu, and Judo with Nicolas Gill. He trained Shotokan Karate under various instructors, including Nakayama, Okazaki, Kanazawa, Nishiyama, and others. He later aligned with Asai's organization after Nakayama's passing. Beyond Karate, Sensei Dupre has studied Chito-Ryu, Kendo, Seven-Star Praying Mantis Kung Fu, Tai Chi (Yang, Sun, and Chen), and Liu-Ho Ba Fa (Water Boxing). He continues to practice Tai Chi and Liu-Ho Ba Fa today. A former Vice President of JKA Quebec and President of Dojo Centrale in Montreal, Sensei Dupre also competed extensively from 1973 to 1989, forming connections with martial artists such as Cezar Borkowski, Patrick McCarthy, and John Therien. Currently ranked 8th Dan in Shotokan Karate and holding black belts in several other martial arts, Sensei Dupre is a strong-willed and independent leader and always tries to avoid the spotlight.

Join us this week as we sit down with Scott Campsall and Jennifer Neveu-Campsall. Shihan Campsall holds a 6th Dan in Karate, a 2nd Dan in Aikido, and a 1st Dan in Iaido. He also holds a Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and is an Instructor Trainer with On Guard International Defensive Tactics. Shihan Campsall began his martial arts journey in 1994 under Hanshi Fred Walker, and later went on to found Okami Kai in 1999, providing top-tier martial arts education in Uxbridge, Ontario. He continues to train under Hanshi Cezar Borkowski, and he also works as an Instructor Trainer for On Guard International, specializing in defensive tactics, non-physical crisis intervention, and adjustable baton instruction. Jennifer Neveu-Campsall brings high energy, positivity, and fun to every class at Okami Kai. A 3rd-degree black belt in Shotokan Karate, Jennifer teaches a wide range of classes, including fitness for adults, Ladies Only Fight Fit, and Lil' Dragons for children ages 3-6. Her experience as a fitness instructor spans disciplines like Spin, HIIT, and Step, while also taking a strong role in Okami Kai's karate program. #PKCC #karate #martialarts

In this micro episode, we discuss what a classical mindset is.

Join us in our first episode of 2025 as we sit down with Sensei Mike Wall, a BJJ, MMA, Jiu Jitsu & Kobudo practitioner at Fenix Kampsport (Phoenix Martial Arts center). Sensei Mike Wall trains in Helsingborg, Sweden, and is passionate about seeing other people grow. He has worked as a sports instructor for 20 years and in Martial Arts since 1977. In addition to martial arts, Sensei Wall's Interests are chess and music. He has been a chairman of the Para-committee in the Swedish Budo & Martial Arts Association for 15 years. This, local and national, project is about putting people with disabilities in projects such as “Fungera Mera” (sports and joy of movement for everyone). Sensei Wall is also a member of the technical council of the World Karate Federation, WKF, where he works globally to create camps, events, and conferences. In 2022, Sesei Mike Wall was awarded the Gold Medal of Merit by the Skåne's Budo & Martial Arts Association for his commitment in Budo & Martial Arts and Jiu Jitsu in particular. #PKCC #karate #martialarts

Join us in our final chat of 2024 as we round things out with some questions from the audience. #PKCC #karate #martialarts

Join us this week as we sit down with Conroy Copeland and Frank Clayton. Sensei Copeland began his karate training around the age of 15. He has been taught and trained under renowned martial arts instructors like Sensei Richard Kim, Morio Higaonna, and Professor Wally Jay, gaining valuable knowledge that he now shares with his students, some of whom run their own dojos. In 1975, Conroy met Sensei Don Warrener at a tournament and became his student, training at DWMA until the early 1990s when he began learning from Sensei Teruo Chinen, who has been his teacher for the last 20 years. As a competitor, he has represented national teams worldwide for WKO, Karate Ontario, and CKO, earning numerous championships. Sensei Copeland has been teaching since 1978 and has successfully run Copeland's Martial Arts since then. Additionally, he has hosted the Windsor Open Karate Championships for over 20 years, making it one of the region's longest-running tournaments. In 2023, Sensei Conroy Copeland was inducted into the Canadian Black Belt Hall of Fame. Sensei Clayton, born in Halifax in 1959 and raised in Montreal, began his martial arts journey with Judo and Boxing before fully immersing himself in Karate in 1971 after moving to Hamilton. He joined Don Warrener's Delta club in 1977, earning his black belt in 1980. Over the years, he has helped his students open their own dojos, mentoring them to positively impact their communities. With over 10,000 students taught and more than 300 black belts produced, Sensei Clayton has built a lasting legacy in martial arts. Renshi Clayton is a 7th dan in Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate and a 5th dan in Ryu Kyu Kobudo. Sensei Clayton continues to teach and pursue his own training, regularly traveling to Okinawa. In 2024, Sensei Frank Clayton was inducted into the Canadian Black Belt Hall of Fame. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us in this short episode as we discuss Bruce Lee. The man and the legend. Or was he? How legit was Bruce Lee? Find out in this episode. Check out the Alpha Progress App for Strength Training - get a 20% discount as a PKCC listener! alphaprogression.com/pkcc #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us in this micro episode as we discuss what it is like to get passed in rank, when it happens, and how things come full circle if you keep training in martial arts. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week as we sit down with Bob Mueller. Speaker, Author, Artist, Entrepreneur, former Professional Martial Arts Teacher and Bikram Yoga Teacher, Shihan Bob Mueller, in his own words, has had a varied and full life of learning and teaching. He is constantly looking for ideas, products and people that will enhance his life and the lives of his friends and family. Presently, Shihan Mueller is the President at Canada's Best Karate (CBK) Arts & Entertainment. His life story, “Finding Your Butkus”, won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Long Feature in 2008. He is a bestselling author with the Chicken Soup for the Soul Series (2014) and with his book “Finding Your Butkus – How to be Unstoppable in Life and Business” (2017) he tells his story. Shihan Mueller founded Canada's Best Karate, which was started in Ontario, and now has six locations in the Victoria, B.C. area. Others have commented that “Bob was a top competitor in the ‘70s and ‘80s. He trained with the best and decided to open his own dojo academy in 1994.” In addition to his martial arts, as Canada's Sports Artist, he has produced over 130 Sports Portraits over the past 15 years. In 2011 his art was featured in Canton Ohio with the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He has been featured on ESPN, NFL Network, NFL Films, NFL AM, CTV, CBC, and was a finalist on Dragon's Den. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week as we sit down with Hanshi Michael Calandra. A 10th Dan in Isshin-Ryu Karate, Hanshi Calandra spent 22 years with the NYPD. He retired in 2010 as a Detective in the Intelligence Division. Hanshi Calandra is certified in FBI defensive tactics, and has taught numerous martial arts students and taken law enforcement seminars through the United States. He is also the founder of P.C.C.T (Institute for Police Control and Cuffing Techniques). Hanshi Clanadra was the Chief Instructor of the Seishinkan Martial Arts Dojo in New York for over 35 years and after relocating to Wittmann, Arizona, has continued teaching in his new dojo - Seishinkan West. Hanshi Calandra is an internationally recognized instructor and has taught seminars in China, India, Europe, South America, and the US. In addition to his 10th Dan in Isshin-Ryu Karate, he also holds the current ranks of: - 7th Dan in Matayoshi Kobudo, an - Indoor Disciple of the Chen Style Taijiquan Practical Method, and a - Shodan in Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto-Ryu During his lifetime, Hanshi Calandra studied many other martial arts such as: Feeding Crane Gung-Fu, Kendo, Escrima, Naginata Do, Yagyu-Shinkage Ryu, Judo, Aikido, and Qi-Gon. Presently, he also runs his martial arts podcast called “The Martial Truth Podcast” which you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/@oikddojo/podcasts

Join us this week as we sit down with Kelvin Bezerra and Nadisson Rossi. Bezerra Sensei was born in Recife and raised in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. Currently, he is a black belt under Professor Jorge Britto of Toronto BJJ. He has been training since 2012 and has competed in various competitions earning medals in all sorts of divisions. He has participated in the organization of NextGen BJJ,IBJJF,ADCC and AJP tournaments across Canada. Rossi Sensei was born and raised in Colatina, Espirito Santo, Brazil. He is currently a black belt under Professor Jorge Britto of Toronto BJJ. Nadisson has been training since 2013. He competes in tournaments around the GTA and has been at the podium a couple of times. He is also a certified Jiu-Jitsu For Life Team Instructor. #PKCC #martialarts #BJJ

Join us in this topical discussion on Itosu Anko, as we revisit the prolific master of karate with author and researcher, Thomas Feldmann. Thomas is a researcher of martial arts and has written a book on Itosu called, "Ankō Itosu: The Man, the Master, the Myth, Biography of a Legend". Thomas reached out to us after our episode discussing Itosu and we invited him on to correct the record on a few facts about the life of Itosu. Ankō Itosu: The Man, the Master, the Myth, Biography of a Legend https://www.lulu.com/shop/thomas-feldmann/ank%C5%8D-itosu-the-man-the-master-the-myth/paperback/product-4dmr42.html Watch our original discussion on Itosu (Episode 157): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tivmPmThMno #PKCC #martialarts #karate

In this micro topic, we discuss the idea of practical fighting ahead of the weekend seminar at JMAC (which took place October 12th 2024). We discuss sport, classical, and practical fighting, how to train for and approach each, and what it means in terms of the mindset one should have.

Join us in another host chat this week, as we gear up for Capital Conquest and take audience questions on all things martial arts. Don't miss our episodes live on Thursdays 8:30pm Eastern - register below and send your questions in for our guests!

Hanshi Shihan Scott Evans, founder of Koyama Dojo, has spent nearly three decades pursuing mastery and leadership in Hakko Denshin Ryu Jujutsu (HDRJJ), under the guidance of Soke Michael LaMonica. His martial journey began in 1995 with a self-defense class at the University of Akron, sparking a lifelong commitment to HDRJJ. After relocating to Michigan from Akron, OH, Scott founded Koyama Dojo in 2004, where he continued both his training and teaching of HDRJJ. In 2017, he achieved the rank of San Dai Kichu, one of the highest levels in the HDRJJ system. Recognized for his expertise and leadership, he was appointed HDRJJ Technical Director of North America in 2022 and was later promoted to the rank of Hanshi in May 2023. In this role, he was honored to see Koyama Dojo named Honbu Dojo for North America, marking it a central training hub for HDRJJ. Scott has also trained in Iaido under Nicklaus Suino Sensei, achieving the rank of Nikyu, and in Pekiti Tirsia Kali under Mataas na Guro Justin Schaffner, further broadening his martial arts experience. Outside the dojo, Scott is a proud husband and father to three children and a successful business development executive in the biotech industry. #PKCC #martialarts #bjj

Join us as we sit down with Professor Delphie Dugal-Tessier, an accomplished martial artist and passionate advocate for women's self-defense. With over 15 years of experience in martial arts, her journey began after retiring from the National Mogul Team in search of a new way to stay fit and active. She discovered Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and quickly fell in love with the art, competing across North America and eventually winning the Master World Championship as a purple belt. Today, she holds a black belt in BJJ, awarded by the renowned Marcelo Garcia, as well as a black belt in Self-Defense Jiu-Jitsu. Delphie is a dedicated self-defense instructor, teaching kickboxing, grappling, and self-defense at Silver 7 Martial Arts and Fitness, as well as through community programs. Her mission to empower women stems from a personal experience that underscored the importance of self-defense beyond physical techniques, focusing on mental preparedness and situational awareness. She believes that self-defense is primarily mental and emphasizes teaching women how to avoid dangerous situations while establishing strong personal boundaries. Beyond her martial arts expertise, Delphie holds a PhD in Neuroscience and conducts research on how nutrients can support brain health, integrating a holistic approach to well-being in both body and mind. #PKCC #martialarts #BJJ

Join us as we chat with Hanshi Neil Prime, who holds multiple ranks including an 8th Dan in Shintani Wado Kai Karate, 8th Dan in the World Traditional Karate Association, and 6th Dans in Shindo Bo / SWKKF as well as in the Superfoot Systems. He is a direct student of Hanshi Masaru Shintani (1927-2000) as well as Grand Master Bill "Superfoot" Wallace, and is the Canadian Director of the Superfoot system. Hanshi Prime founded the St. Catharines Wado Kai Karate Club in 1987, and was a recipient of the Sport Karate Museum History General Award for contribution to the arts. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Robert Wolfe. Sensei Wolfe, the founder and chief instructor of Itten Dojo, began martial arts training in 1975 while attending Bucknell University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Japanese Studies, and has taught since 1985. Wolfe Sensei has trained in swordsmanship since 1990 and Aikijutsu since 1992. He holds the ranks of 6th Dan in Aikijutsu, 6th Dan in Isshinryu karate, 1st Dan in Muso Jikiden Eishin-ryu iaido, a Kirigami Menjo (certificate) in Ono-ha Itto-ryu (Sokaku-den) Kenjutsu, and is certified by the NRA to teach the Refuse To Be A Victim® crime prevention and personal safety seminars. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week with Hanshi Kevin Blok, a martial artist and native of Windsor, ON, an academic, Defensive Tactics Instructor, author and parachutist. He holds multiple ranks including a 9th dan in Aikido from the Martial Arts International Federation (MAIF), and an 8th Dan in Yoshinkai Aikido from the world headquarters in Tokyo Japan. He was inducted into the Canadian Black Belt Hall of Fame in 2016 and is the Chief Instructor of the Chudokan Dojo in Windsor, Ontario, and Kaicho (Chairman) of the Chudokai Aikido Federation International, with more than 40 dojo (schools) in North America and Europe. He has authored 6 books and over 25 training videos on Aikido, weaponry, police/security control and defensive tactics. He holds a Masters degree in applied psychology with a minor in philosophy, and is a PhD Candidate specializing in violent behaviour management. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Jeff Speakman. Sensei Speakman is an actor and a martial artist in the art of American Kenpo and Japanese Gōjū-ryū. He holds a 10th degree black belt in American Kenpo Karate and a 9th degree black belt in Tenshi Goju Kai. Between 2008 and 2018, he was President of the International Kempo Federation. He had started Gōjū-ryū in 1978, and received his first-degree black belt in American Kenpo in 1984. He was promoted to ninth dan in Kenpo Karate by Mills Crenshaw and Bob White and ninth dan in Gōjū-ryū by Lou Angel on July 2, 2013. Sensei Speakman received his tenth dan on July 9, 2022. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us in this micro topic as we discuss the idea of seasonality in martial arts, including changing up your training during the year, benefits of focused training versus steady attendance, and avoiding mental and physical burnout. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week as we sit down with Ron Wattie. Sensei Wattie is a 6th Dan chief instructor, at Merrickville Karate Club. He is known for his self defense techniques, especially using the cane, and is an Area Director for The Canadian Karate Association. The Merrickville Shotokan Karate Club is affiliated with the World Kobudo Federation. It was founded in February 1985 and has been in continuous operation for over 36 years. There are currently as many as 8 Black Belts teaching at any class, but the chief instructor, Sensei Ron Wattie, is always present and ensures that everyone teaches the same things in the same manner. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week as we sit down with Richard Norton. Richard Norton is an undisputed legend of action cinema who remains one of the highest rated Martial Artists in his field. He even holds a unique accolade as one of the most highly regarded Westerners to work on the dynamic films of Hong Kong stars, Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung. Born and raised in Croydon, Australia, Richard pursued a passion in Martial Arts that would shape his life and career. He subsequently began working security at clubs before starting a long-spanning career as a bodyguard to some of the best musical artists in the world including The Rolling Stones, David Bowie and Linda Ronstadt. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us as we chat again with the hosts of PKCC in this unique episode about McDojos! What are McDojos? How to avoid them? What are the funniest moments encountering a McDojo? Find out in this episode! Our wonderful hosts dive into another great conversation while taking more questions from the viewers and bring them on to the show to chat with us. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us as we chat again with the hosts of PKCC about all things Martial Arts. We love these laid back episodes, and we hope you do too!

Join us this week as we sit down with Jason Chen. Jason Chen is a level 3 wrestling coach at the Reinitz Wrestling Centre, home to the Montreal Wrestling Club. The Reinitz Wrestling Centre, is located in the Sylvan Adams Young Men's and Young Women's Hebrew Association (YM-YWHA) Montreal, Canada. Coach Chen has over 20 years wrestling experience both at a national and international level as a coach and 16 years as a competitor. He has been a permanent fixture at Gelinas Academy of Mixed Martial Arts (GAMMA), Montreal, and is an exceptional and inspirational coach. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Chantal Vaillancourt, head instructor at Karaté Shorin ryu Shubukan Boisbriand. #PKCC #Karate #MartialArts

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Patrick Barton. Patrick Barton began his journey in Jiu-jitsu around 1985, training under the Bynoe family in North Bay, Ontario. His dedication and passion led him to study a variety of styles, including Kindai Ha Shinto-ryu and Daito-ryu, and he received his Nidan rank from Shihan Bill Bynoe. Sensei Barton's pursuit of excellence took him to numerous seminars and clinics, where he had the opportunity to learn from esteemed masters such as Kyoshi R.M. Yamanaka, Prof. Robert Clark, and Shihan Spartaco Bartoletti. Sensei Barton's commitment to martial arts extended beyond training; he held prominent positions such as Director General for the YKKF and YJJF, and President of the YJJC. He has been honored as an Intercontinental Referee and is recognized for his undefeated record in (JJIF) Ju-jitsu competition in North America from 1986 to 2003 and lost only once in other jiu-jitsu competitions (to a Renzo Gracie Student in Belleville in 1997). Currently, Patrick Barton serves as a senior board member of the Canadian Jujitsu Council and represents the WJJF/WJJKO in Canada. Sensei Barton said that martial arts has helped shape his values. “You can't be an actor. You can't say to your students, ‘Go to the gym, work out, don't smoke' and then walk outside and have a cigarette,” he said. “It puts you on a moral plane that you have to follow.” #PKCC #karate #martialarts

Join us this week as we sit down with John Spears. John “Doc” Spears is a former 18 Delta Special Operations Medic and sniper who served in the 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne). He has worked in counter-insurgency/counter narco-terrorism and interdiction projects throughout Central and South America. He specializes in small unit tactics and sniper operations and is a master shoot house instructor. He is a defense industry consultant and trainer for multiple manufacturers including many of the Forge Tactical sponsors. After leaving active duty and completing his education he returned to the defense and training industry and became a student of Pat Rogers, whom some have said was “...on a professional level, a warrior and instructor of warriors…Pat was a dear friend, mentor, confidant and what the Japanese call ‘Sensei'”. John Spears subsequently started instructing for all EAG advanced tactical courses in 2009 and helped create many of the expanded offerings in the EAG Course Catalog. Pat's friendship and mentoring were pivotal in Johns' development and dedication to the defense and training industry. In addition, John Spears is a Science Fiction novelist, and it was said “Writing has been the worst vice he's found yet and doubts he'll be able to stop even with help, which he refuses to seek.” #PKCC #karate #martialarts

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Neil Stolsmark. Kyoshi Stolsmark has been actively training in the martial arts for over 40 years and has been a full time karate instructor since 1983. He has an insightful and precise teaching style that inspires both young and old and his enthusiasm is said to be contagious. For this, he is called the “instructor of instructors” and many of his students include qualified martial artists and karate studio owners. In his search for knowledge, Kyoshi Stolsmark has traveled extensively in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, Japan, South Africa and Okinawa. He is one of 8 people outside of Okinawa to represent 10th Dan Shorinkan Grandmaster Shugoro Nakazato as a Kyoshi 8th Dan of karate-do. As a 9th Dan in Okinawa Kobudo, Sensei Stolsmark is the president of the Okinawa Kobudo Doushi Rensei-kai and has been appointed successor of Yoshiaki Gakiya Sensei. Kyoshi Stolsmark has owned and operated the Waukesha dojo (Wisconsin) for 29 years and the Watertown dojo (Wisconsin) for 25 years. During this time, he has promoted over 175 students to black belt level! #PKCC #karate #martialarts

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Wilfreed Seerattan. Sensei Seerattan is a 6th degree black belt and is the head instructor of the Toronto Japan Karate Association (JKA) Dojo. He was born in Trinidad in 1966, began practicing karate in September of 1983 with Sensei Archeson Wells, and obtained his Shodan in 1989 from Okazaki Sensei. He moved to Canada in the same year, and by 1990 was training and teaching with Sensei Gary Hails (see our PKCC Episode 95 with Gary Hails) at his club “Toronto Shotokan Karate Dojo.” Six years later, Sensei Seerattan became the head instructor of Toronto Shotokan Karate Dojo. It wouldn't be until January 1st, 2010, when the dojo would be moved and renamed to “Toronto JKA Karate”. Throughout his years training, Sensei Seerattan has competed with team Canada all over the world, in places such as Japan, for the World Shotocup, Peru, and Columbia, for the Pan-American Karate Championships, where Sensei Seerattan has placed silver for kata and bronze for kumite. On top of competing himself, Sensei Seerattan has also studied and obtained some Technical Qualifications for judging, such as ‘B' kyu judge, ‘C' kyu Examiner and ‘C' kyu instructor. #PKCC #Karate #martialarts

Join us as we chat again with the hosts of PKCC for a special 4th year anniversary celebration! Our wonderful hosts dive into another great conversation while taking more questions from the viewers and bringing them on to the show to chat with us. Don't miss this special occasion as we celebrate four amazing years of engaging content and lively discussions! Whether you are a beginner or advanced student, these discussions will be something that you do not want to miss.

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Rudy Duquet. Sensei Duquet started martial arts when he was just 4 and half years old! He first practiced Taekwon-Do and obtained his first black belt at the age of 10. After winning several titles in competition in this discipline, he felt the need to develop further and differently. It was the beginning of Karate-Do in 1995 with the Yoseikan Karate-Do Federation, where for several years of practice, teaching, involvement at the competitive team level, and even as head instructor of his own school, that Sensei Duquet reached the level of 6th dan black belt. He later participated in many competitions to obtain several world championship titles. In January 2017, Sensei Duquet founded his style of karate: SHINKA-RYU which means “the school of evolution and progression of karate”. Rudy's martial system is based on an amalgamation of techniques, kickboxing, handling of traditional weapons, self-defense, and katas based on Shotokan, as well as all of his experiences participating in various martial seminars, and developing towards Goju-Ryu for black belts and above. Sensei Duquet's numerous training sessions in Japan have had a great influence on the art taught in his style. Sensei Duquet is in constant search of improvement and his multiple trips to Japan allowed him to become even better and to share this passion and this learning with the members of his school.

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Gerry DiSanto. Sensei DiSanto is the owner and operator of the Defensive Arts Training Centre in St. Catharines. Along with his skills in boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, grappling, and weaponry, Gerry DiSanto has been training in martial arts for several decades and is a renowned martial arts instructor in the Niagara Region. As a former high school wrestler, Sensei DiSanto started training in grappling in 1997 and had his first professional MMA fight in 2000 for the FIGHT ZONE. Later, in 2000 he received his Blue Belt under Master Sylvio Behring. In 2005, he met Roberto Atalla and joined the Rio Grappling Network where he was awarded his Purple Belt and 2 years later his Brown Belt. When Roberto Atalla began teaching in Europe he recommended Gerry continue his training with Helio Soneca and Gerry has never looked back. Sensei Gerry DiSanto won the NYBJJ Gold in the senior 1 Brown Belt and 3rd in the absolute division. Finally, DiSanto Sensei received his Black Belt in November 2009 from Helio Soneca. At present, he is a 4th degree BJJ Instructor under Helio Soneca with championships in NAGA, the Arnold classic, and IBJJF. As of 2022 Sensei Gerry DiSanto is a Close Quarter Combat Sambo instructor under Phil Duncan and holds the following ranks: 4rd Degree Black Belt in BJJ under Helio Soneca 5th Degree Black Belt in Japanese Jiu-Jitsu 2nd Degree Black Belt in Goju Ryu Karate You can also check out Sensei DiSanto's YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@MrFightprofessor/

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Lori O'Connell. Sensei O'Connell has trained in the martial arts for over 30 years and taught for over 27 years. She was the owner and head instructor of Pacific Wave Jiu-jitsu in Richmond, BC, which she ran for 14 years before closing it during the pandemic in 2020. Sensei O'Connell holds the rank of 5th degree black belt and holds the title of Renshi in a Japanese style of Jiu-jitsu called Can-Ryu. In addition to her Jiu-jitsu training, Sensei O'Connell has supplemented her primary style over the years by studying a wide variety of other arts and styles, including Filipino martial arts, boxing/kickboxing, BJJ/MMA, Gong Fu, Tai chi, Karate, Aikido, Taekwondo, Wing Chun, etc. She has taught Jiu-jitsu/self-defense at martial arts schools and organizations, private companies, and community organizations across North America and internationally. On top of her martial arts training and teaching, Sensei O'Connell has published 2 books. Her most recent book, When the Fight Goes to the Ground: Jiu-jitsu Strategies & Tactics for Self-Defense, was written for Tuttle Publishing, an international publisher of martial arts books. She also wrote Weapons of Opportunity, about her personal experiences teaching and training in the martial arts, and wrote regularly on her dojo's martial arts blog for over 13 years. #PKCC #MMA #martialarts

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Phil Duncan. Phil Duncan is a Use of Force Expert/Instructor with over 35 years of Martial Arts expertise. He holds a 5th Degree Black Belt in Close Quarter Combat Sambo (C.Q.C.S.) and is a Master Instructor recognized by the United States Combat Sambo Association. Sensei Duncan has worked various plainclothes units, has conducted over 1500 plainclothes investigations, which include but are not limited to Homicide, Firearm, Gang, Drug, and Traditional Organized Crime investigations. In his role, he has conducted upwards of 300 active entry search warrants and over 500 High-Risk Vehicle Takedowns. He has been a Site Commander Team leader, providing protective services and physical security to A-list celebrities (Oscar award winners), C-Suite executives, Professional Athletes, and critical infrastructure for a variety of details including: The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), 2010 Toronto G20 Summit, International Federation (FIS) Snowboard World Cup, and many more. Sensei Phil Duncan is the Founder of the Covert Elite Response Academy (CERA) and is currently the Head of Community Safety for City Housing Hamilton (CHH). He currently provides industry leading training to Government agencies and the Private sector. Phil has trained thousands of Police, Military, Security Guards, University Special Constables, and Federal and Provincial agencies both Domestic and Internationally. #PKCC #karate #martialarts

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Rick Ellis. Sensei Ellis has had a wide-ranging career as a musician, audio engineer, visual designer, programmer, and software entrepreneur. Somewhere along the way he discovered Jiu Jitsu and became obsessed with it. Rick would go on to earn his black belt under Roy Dean. Of all his accomplishments, Sensei Ellis is proudest of this one because it required the most dedication and perseverance. It took 14 years. Made harder by the fact that he started pretty late in life. Sensei Ellis went on to start his own Jiu Jitsu school in Wyoming and currently The Art Of Skill channel on YouTube, where topics related to maximum human performance, aging athletes, men's issues, and BJJ are discussed. He also teaches BJJ nightly at Third Way Jiu Jitsu in Wyoming. #PKCC #martialarts #BJJ

Join us this week as we sit down with Hanshi Pascal Serei, 9th Dan. Hanshi Serei began training in 1957 and founded Nintai Ryu Ju-Jitsu in 2000. He also holds black belts in 10 martial arts, including ju-jitsu, judo, karate, and kobudo. He is also certified in areas including national coaching, pistol and revolver use, and tactical baton use. Whether you are a beginner or advanced student, these discussions will be something that you do not want to miss. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week on PKCC as we sit down with James Pankewicz. Sensei Pankiewicz is a 5th Dan in Matsubayashiryu karatedo (under Arakaki Toshimitsu Hanshi). He has practiced martial arts for 30+ years including Wadoryu karate, Shorinryu karate, Jujitsu, and Okinawan kobudo. Sensei Pankewicz first came to Japan in 1996 to study Japanese language, culture and martial arts. In addition to running Asato Dojo, he opened "The DOJO Bar" in 2011 in Naha, Okinawa as a place for like-minded locals and visiting karateka to meet and share knowledge. This year (2024) will be the 10th anniversary of the “100 Kata for Karate Day Challenge” which was founded by James Pankewicz, who inaugurated this event to promote the spread of traditional karate practice and connect karateka around the world to Okinawa. You can find Asato Dojo's YouTube page at: http://www.youtube.com/@asatodojookinawa7411 #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us as we chat again with the hosts of PKCC! Our wonderful hosts dive into another great conversation while taking more questions from the viewers and bring them on to the show to chat with us. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week on PKCC as we sit down with Rick Williamson. Kyoshi Rick Williamson has been involved in Martial Arts since 1964 both as a competitor and a teacher. He won the middleweight division of the Western Canadian University Judo Championships in 1971 and again in 1972. He was the head instructor of the Portage Tae Kwon Do Club from 1980 to 19840. In 1988, he was the first student in the first Jishin-Ryu Jiu Jitsu Club in Western Canada and was the first to reach the Black Belt level. He was head instructor for the portage Jiu-Jitsu Club for 26 years and in 2017 was promoted to 7th Degree Black Belt by Hanshi John Therien, founder of the World Kobudo Federation. #PKCC #martialarts #juijistu

Join us this week on PKCC as we sit down with Adam Grogin. A lifelong Martial Artist, Master Grogin's journey began in 1987 after a Karate Birthday Party sparked his passion following The Karate Kid movie. He started Tae Kwon Do in 1992, primarily focusing on a World Taekwondo Federation (WTF) based style, incorporating Olympic Style Sparring and International Taekwondo Federation (ITF) Tul (forms). Guided by various ITF Masters, he explored the traditional ITF Forms and, in 1996, connected with Master Il Kyu Shin, a Korean National Demonstration Team member. Master Grogin currently holds a 6th Dan, acknowledged by Grand Master Frank Noguera and Kukkiwon in Korea. His Tae Kwon Do rank was internationally recognized by the Kokuryu Kai International Black Dragon Association in 2018. Additionally, he delved into Wu Shu in 1995, Combat Hapkido in 1999, and Capoeira Regional in 2006. He also incorporated gymnastics into his training, emphasizing acrobatics and flipping skills. Master Grogin's diverse martial arts background extends to competitive breaking, mentored by Grandmaster Ralph Bergamo, Master Drew Serrano, and Grandmaster Elton Trower through the USBA/WBA, resurrecting his competitive career in 2009. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week on PKCC as we sit down with Katie Murphy. She is a twenty-two time World Champion in karate, a fifteen-time U.S. National Champion, and a ten-time New York State Champion. Sensei Murphy began her training in Goju Ryu in 1991, and has continued to study the art ever since. Over the past 15 years, Katie has expanded her martial arts journey, competing internationally, training in Shotokan and Kyokushin, and obtaining rank in Judo and Krav Maga. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week on PKCC as we sit down with Ely Camejo. Sensei Camejo serves as the Programs Director at Therien Orleans and holds a 1st-degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Professor Fernando Zulick. He's also achieved a 4th-degree Black Belt in Can-Ryu Jiu-Jitsu, certified by the Therien Jiu-Jitsu board members and the World Kobudo Federation (WKF). Since 2007, Ely has been a WFK Certified Sensei and currently acts as the Head Instructor and Coach of the Therien/Gringo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Program. He clinched a gold medal at the 2008 World Kobudo Grappling Championship in France and secured a silver medal at the 2014 Ontario provincials in the Purple Belt category under 195lbs. Ely has been a Kickboxing instructor since 2013 and serves as the Coach of the Therien Orleans Kickboxing and MMA fighters, showcasing his versatility in the martial arts realm. #PKCC #martialarts #jiujitsu

Join us in our very last episode of Punch Kick Choke Chat for 2023, as we send off the year by kicking it with Sensei Conroy Copeland, Kyoshi Adette Rice, and Renshi Scott Taylor alongside our regular hosts.

Join us in one of our last episodes of 2023 as we sit down with Master Paul Rose, 8th Dan in Taekwondo and owner of the Michigan Academy of Taekwondo in Northville, Michigan. Master Rose began his training in 1982 and received his black belt in 1988. Master Rose had a competitive career that took him to 38 states and across the globe, and has won many awards and titles. However, he says that what he cherishes the most is training alongside his family and making many meaningful friendships along the way. Master Rose has also pursued other martial arts, including Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kali and others. #pkcc #martialarts #taekwondo

Join us as we chat again with the hosts of PKCC! Our wonderful hosts dive into another great conversation while taking more questions from the viewers and bring them on to the show to chat with us. #PKCC #martialarts #karate