The ATA Nation Podcast

The focal point of today's discussion is the innovative card game known as "Combo Master," which has been meticulously crafted by an esteemed ATA master. This engaging game not only serves as an entertaining pastime but also facilitates the understanding of fundamental sparring concepts, thereby enhancing the martial arts training experience for students of all levels. We delve into the genesis of the game, exploring the creative process that inspired its development, alongside insights from its playtesting phase during a student camp. As we engage in dialogue with Master Hayes, we uncover how this game stands to foster community and connection among practitioners, while simultaneously serving as a valuable educational tool within martial arts schools. Join us as we examine the myriad ways in which Combo Master can transform the traditional perceptions of sparring through interactive gameplay.Takeaways: The ATA Nation podcast emphasizes the importance of perseverance and integrity in martial arts training. Listeners are encouraged to engage in the Belt Ambassador campaign to foster community and connection. A new card game, inspired by ATA sparring rules, aims to enhance understanding of martial arts. The podcast discusses the benefits of integrating family game nights with martial arts education. The hosts express excitement about the potential of using the card game as an educational tool for students. Listeners are invited to share their experiences with the new card game for broader community engagement. Links referenced in this episode:combomastercardgame.comSpring Nationals Facebook Live

This podcast episode focuses on the exciting new initiative to establish Team Mexico and Team Philippines within the ATA community. Guests include 9th degree black belt grandmaster candidate Jaime and his daughter, who share their personal journeys in martial arts and the inspiration behind forming these international teams. The discussion emphasizes the importance of competition in martial arts, highlighting how these teams will foster growth and camaraderie among practitioners from different backgrounds. Listeners are encouraged to consider trying out for these teams, with insights on the requirements and the supportive environment in place to help participants improve. The episode also touches on the broader ATA Belt Ambassador campaign, encouraging members to invite friends to experience the life-changing benefits of martial arts.Follow: @teamatamexico & @teamataphilippines on InstagramTakeaways: The podcast discusses the exciting new initiatives to form Team Mexico and Team Philippines within the ATA organization, aiming to expand international competition. Listeners are encouraged to spread the word about the new teams and help grow ATA Nation by sharing episodes and inviting friends to classes. Achieving a minimum of 25% Filipino or Mexican heritage is required for athletes wishing to try out for these newly formed teams. The hosts emphasize the importance of camaraderie and competition, highlighting that raising the overall skill level benefits everyone involved. Participants are invited to join tryouts during the Dallas Nationals, with specific age groups and sparring categories available. The episode promotes the Belt Ambassador campaign, encouraging students to invite friends and positively impact their lives through martial arts.

Master Sally Hines joins the ATA Nation podcast to discuss her journey as a pharmacist and martial artist, along with her new venture, the Nutra Warrior supplement line. She emphasizes the importance of utilizing pharmacists for health consultations, highlighting their extensive training in medications compared to general practitioners. The conversation delves into various supplements beneficial for martial artists, including creatine for energy output, glutamine for recovery, and the necessity of protein intake for overall health. Master Hines also addresses the significance of vitamin D, especially in areas with limited sunlight, and the role of vitamin K in enhancing its effectiveness for bone health. Listeners are encouraged to reach out for personalized health advice and to explore the benefits of supplementation in achieving their fitness goals.Takeaways: The Belt Ambassador campaign encourages students to bring friends to class and earn wristbands. Master Hines emphasizes the importance of consulting with pharmacists for health-related advice. Creatine is beneficial for martial artists as it enhances short bursts of energy. Glutamine supplementation aids in recovery, allowing athletes to train harder and more frequently. Master Hines started Nutra Warrior to provide rigorously tested supplements for health improvement. Vitamin D3 paired with K2 is essential for bone health, especially in older adults. Links referenced in this episode:rx-warrior.com

Get ready for an insightful look ahead as Senior Master Zach Hayden discusses the importance of setting meaningful goals for 2025. He introduces a valuable resource called Life Focus, designed to help individuals and martial arts instructors define their core values and mission. Throughout the episode, he shares his experiences from recent events and highlights the new podcast, Business Beyond the Mat, aimed at supporting ATA licensees. With the holiday season approaching, Sr. Master Hayden emphasizes the significance of gratitude and reflection on personal journeys. As the year wraps up, he encourages listeners to embrace a mindset focused on growth and purpose, setting the stage for a successful new year.Takeaways: Setting goals for 2025 is crucial for personal and martial arts development. The Life Focus tool helps individuals define their core values and mission effectively. Perseverance, courtesy, and integrity are essential values for becoming a black belt leader. The new podcast Business Beyond the Mat aims to support ATA licensees with professional growth. Reflecting on personal progress and goals during the holiday season is highly beneficial. Engaging students and instructors in the goal-setting process fosters a supportive martial arts community. Links referenced in this episode:atanationpodcast.com/focusThe ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo!Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA familyFollow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

ATA Nation podcast brings you a fascinating glimpse into the world of Taekwondo with two insightful interviews featuring Master Van Tonder and Master Jacobs, both esteemed instructors at the ATA International Headquarters in Little Rock, Arkansas. Master Van Tonder, originally from South Africa, shares his inspiring journey into martial arts, highlighting the challenges of relocating to a new country and the personal growth he's experienced since joining the ATA. He emphasizes the importance of perseverance through tough times, reminding listeners that even on bad days, pushing through can lead to greater rewards. Meanwhile, Master Jacobs recounts his own path from starting martial arts in 1993 to becoming a familiar face within the ATA community, offering valuable advice for those considering a career in martial arts. Together, these interviews illuminate the dedication and passion that drive ATA instructors, making this episode a must-listen for students, parents, and martial arts enthusiasts alike.Takeaways: ATA headquarters not only serves as a central hub for Taekwondo but also hosts its own martial arts school. Master Van Tonder shared how he transitioned from South Africa to teaching at ATA headquarters. He emphasized the importance of perseverance, especially during challenging times in martial arts training. Master Jacobs reflected on his unexpected journey into martial arts, starting from a gym without prior interest. Both instructors discussed the sense of community and accountability found in ATA's training environment. The episode highlighted the significance of overcoming bad days to experience greater successes in Taekwondo. Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athleteThe ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo!Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA familyFollow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Master Candidate Liz Beto joins Senior Master Zach Hayden to discuss her inspiring journey and the impactful work she has done in her community, which earned her the prestigious Sunsee Lee Award. Liz's commitment to service began long before her Taekwondo journey, as she started participating in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life at a young age. After facing her own family's battle with cancer, she turned her grief into action, leading fundraising efforts that have raised over $350,000 for cancer support services. The conversation highlights the importance of using martial arts as a platform for community engagement and service, encouraging others to go beyond the belt and make a difference. Liz emphasizes that everyone, regardless of age or resources, can contribute to their community through time and effort, illustrating the profound impact of compassion and leadership in martial arts.Takeaways: Master Candidate Liz Beddow won the prestigious Sun C. Lee Award for her significant community service contributions. Her journey in Taekwondo began at age 12, influenced by her family's involvement in martial arts. Liz initiated fundraising for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life at a young age. The impact of cancer on her family motivated her to continue fundraising and helping others. Beto's innovative kick-a-thon fundraiser has raised over $51,000 in the last event alone. She emphasizes the importance of giving back, especially through community service and leadership. Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athleteThe ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo!Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA familyFollow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

This episode features a continuation of the insightful interview with Senior Master Lee, focusing on the importance of perseverance in martial arts and life. Senior Master Lee emphasizes the challenges children face when they want to quit, encouraging parents to support their kids through these tough moments, as consistency often leads to greater happiness and fulfillment in martial arts. The hosts share personal anecdotes about their experiences at the recent ATA Fall Nationals in Pittsburgh, highlighting both the challenges and joys of the event. Listeners can also expect a light-hearted discussion on favorite beverages and entertainment choices, including Netflix recommendations. The episode wraps up with information about the upcoming Spring Nationals and a call for listener feedback to improve future episodes.Takeaways: Senior Master Lee emphasizes the importance of perseverance in martial arts and life. Parents should encourage their children to push through challenges, especially in martial arts. The value of martial arts extends beyond training, impacting physical, mental, and emotional health. Consistency and commitment in martial arts can lead to long-term happiness and success. Even high-ranking masters face challenges, and it's important to remember their human side. The upcoming Spring Nationals in Fort Worth, Texas, promises exciting events and opportunities. Listener Feedback Link!Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athleteThe ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo!Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA familyFollow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Join us as we delve into the inspiring journey of Senior Master Taekwon Lee, the ATA's CEO and son of the founder, Eternal Grandmaster H U Lee. This discussion centers around the theme of "going beyond the belt," emphasizing that martial arts is not merely about ranks and achievements but about personal growth, perseverance, and overcoming challenges. Senior Master Lee shares his experiences growing up in the ATA and how he transformed his struggles into strengths, encouraging students to believe in their potential, regardless of their starting point. The conversation highlights the importance of community, mentorship, and the lessons learned from both success and failure in martial arts and life. Tune in to discover how the values instilled by the ATA can empower individuals to strive for excellence beyond their current capabilities.Takeaways: The concept of going beyond the belt emphasizes personal growth and perseverance in martial arts. Eternal Grandmaster H.U. Lee faced numerous challenges, including language barriers and discrimination, yet he succeeded. Being a black belt is not just about rank, but about the experiences and lessons learned along the way. The ATA community is like a family that supports individuals through their personal struggles, especially during tough school years. Success in martial arts, like in acting, requires resilience in the face of rejection and failure. The importance of structure and discipline in martial arts training fosters personal development and confidence. Take our Listener Survey! - https://atanationpodcast.captivate.fm/surveyThe ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo!Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA familyFollow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcastGet a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete

October is Founders Month, and this episode of the ATA Nation podcast highlights the significance of this time, particularly in relation to the H. U. Lee Scholarship Foundation. Host Zach Hayden interviews Grandmaster Tammy Harvey-Stauber, the ATA's first female grandmaster, who shares her thoughts on carrying forward the legacy of Eternal Grandmaster Lee. The conversation delves into the foundation's mission to provide financial assistance for higher education and the impact of regional fundraising efforts. Listeners are encouraged to participate in various events throughout October, such as board break-a-thons and kick-a-thons, to support the foundation and help students achieve their academic goals. The episode also emphasizes the importance of community involvement and the ongoing initiatives to raise funds that benefit local schools and aspiring martial artists.Takeaways: October is Founders Month, honoring the legacy of Eternal Grandmaster H. U. Lee. The H.U. Lee Scholarship Foundation supports students pursuing higher education in Taekwondo. Grandmaster Tammy Stauber emphasizes the importance of continuing the legacy of H. Lee. Regional fundraising for the H. U. Lee Foundation allows local schools to benefit directly. Students are encouraged to apply for H. U. Lee scholarships to assist with college costs. Fundraisers like board break-a-thons and kick-a-thons are vital for raising scholarship funds. Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athleteThe ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo!Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA familyFollow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

This week on the ATA Nation Podcast we talk to Master Kerry Regano from Ignite ATA Martial Arts in Ventura, California. At her recent tournament there was a great example of going Beyond the Belt and in this episode we talk all about it.Not only will you hear the story of an awesome scholarship donation to Master Regano's students but you'll here how she got involved in ATA Martial Arts and how she looks to impact the future Beyond the Belt!Takeaways: Master Regano began her martial arts journey by enrolling her son at age three, which led her to become a black belt and school owner. The Dan McGrath Scholarship Fund provides financial support for outstanding students in leadership programs, emphasizing the importance of community and mentorship. Master Regano highlights the transformative power of martial arts in developing leadership skills and character beyond physical training. Parents are encouraged to participate alongside their children in martial arts, fostering personal growth and strengthening family bonds through shared experiences. The ATA's philosophy of 'beyond the belt' emphasizes the lifelong values and skills students learn, which extend into their everyday lives. Involving oneself in martial arts not only enriches the child's experience but can also significantly enhance parents' lives and parenting skills.

Have you seen the social media posts going around about the ATA PanAm Championships in Chile? In this week's episode we talk to Master Cesar Ravedutti about his experience at this year's Championships.We also discuss how the PanAm Championships are setup in the title program and how you can start making your plans to attend next year in Brazil!Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athleteThe ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo!Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA familyFollow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

This week on the ATA Nation Podcast we talk to Master Scott DeShetler about his journey from watching his daughters do martial arts to becoming an ATA Master at this year's World Championships.US Army Military Police, Software Engineer, 6th Degree Black Belt, Husband, Father of 2 girls (2nd degree and 4th degree), ATA school owner since 2010. Started in the ATA when I was 37. Scott's Facebook page Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athleteThe ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo!Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA familyFollow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

This week on the ATA Nation Podcast we talk to Sr. Master Jesse Pino who is a Black Belt and Instructor in the ATA Gum Do system. He's one of the first individuals in the ATA to start teaching Gum Do in his school. Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athleteThe ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo!Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA familyFollow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

The 2024 ATA Fall Nations in Pittsburgh is coming right up. In this episode we talk with Chief Master Skiles, Director of Training at ATA Martial Arts, about all of the great trainings being offered this year.Make sure you visit ATAMartialArts.com to register for any of the trainings mentioned in this episode.Chief Master Scott Skiles Presiding Chief Master, Hall of Fame Member, 4 Time World Champion @chief_master_skiles on Instagram Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athleteThe ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo!Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA familyFollow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

This week on the ATA Nation Podcast we talk to Chief Master Tina Newberry about how to get the most from ourselves and our children when dealing with learning disabilities. CM Newberry is a child expert and gives amazing tips and tricks as well as great insight for all instructors, students, and parents.Chief Master Tina Newberry is an 8th Degree Black Belt and the Founder and CEO of Leaders for Life Martial Arts. As a young girl, Chief Master Newberry was bullied and struggled with dyslexia. When she came into martial arts and realized how she could use it to empower other kids just like her to walk with confidence and conquer life's challenges, she developed a deep love for teaching. Personal Mission Statement: To partner with parents to raise independent human beings who are ready for life's challenges. To help parents raise their kids to be leaders in all areas of life. Tina's Facebook page @chris.tina.newberry on Instagram Tina's Website Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athleteThe ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo!Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA familyFollow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

This week on the ATA Nation Podcast we talk to Chief Master Lee Feiles about how he's taking his students Beyond the Belt in a very unique program. CM Feiles has created an very cool program where he teaches Songahm Taekwondo as a regular class in a local high school. Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athleteThe ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo!Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA familyFollow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

World Championships 2024 is over but that doesn't mean the fun has to end. We were luck enough to interview some of our ATA friends in Phoenix this year and over the next few weeks we'll be bringing you those interviews.This episode we talk with Anecke Viljoen from South Africa. Though she tried to avoid our microphones we were able to corner her and talk about how ATA Nation is thriving in South Africa.Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athleteThe ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo!Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA familyFollow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

The biggest event in ATA Nation is coming in just a few weeks! Join us in seeing why YOU should attend the ATA World Championships this year. Listen in and see what all is part of Worlds and what my favorite things are this year.Get more information at ATAMartialArts.com/worlds!Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athleteThe ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo!Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA familyFollow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

One of the coolest events at the ATA World Championships is the International Team Sparring event! This event brings together 5 person international teams to compete against each other for the Songahm Cup. In this episode we interview two international athletes who will be fighting for their countries during the 2024 World Championship Songahm Cup. Get more information at ATAMartialArts.com/worlds Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

World Championships is right around the corner! Many of you have your trips all planned out but some haven't decided to take the opportunity to attend yet. In this episode we talk to two guests on exactly why YOU should make plans to attend the ATA World Championships this year! Get more information at ATAMartialArts.com/worlds Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

ATA Nation has been busy the last month! Today we talk to CM Skiles from the ATA Training Department about the European Championships and instructor camp, the ATA MAX Gathering, and all the training opportunities at this year's ATA World Championships. Be sure to register for these trainings by visiting ATAMartialArts.com Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Joe Rowan started martial arts almost from birth. In this episode see how he went from starting martial arts young to becoming a Team Captain of the ATA's Team USA. We also discuss the trainings going on all over the country that you can participate in. Find your training location now - https://www.teamatausa.com/train Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Did you get to see the Special Olympics demo competition at the ATA Spring Nationals? In this episode we talk with Mary Johannesen about the big things happening with Special Olympics and Taekwondo in Texas and how you can be involved at your school. Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Did you know there's an ATA Martial Arts Club in Alaska? Today we talk to the Dempsey family who are part of this club about how it got started and what it's like doing martial arts in the beautiful state of Alaska. Share this episode with a friend today! Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Mr. Jeremiah Tidwell is an amazing athlete and martial artist who's leveled up his skills with the ATA MAX program. Now he helps teach the training and talks to us today about the ATA MAX Gathering II! There's still time to register to level up your game by attending the Gathering this year. Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

We continue our series of interviews with ATA members from all across the globe with todays episode featuring Sr. Master Candidate Miguel Loureiro. Not only is he one of the orginal Songahm students in Europe but he's got two students going through the mastership process this year as well. Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

What's it like to start an ATA school when your family doesn't have business experience? What's it like to start from scratch? In this episode we talk Mr. John Sklenar about his journey to school ownership and what he's learned so far. Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

We travel across the pond in today's episode of the ATA Nation Podcast to see what's going on with ATA in Europe. Chief Master Schreiber owns a school in the United Kingdom and talks to us about how things are going there as well as across the continent of Europe. We also get to talk about the European Training Camp and the trip being taken through Songahm University! Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

All across ATA Nation we're talking about the life skill of Belief during March and April. We're kicking off March with this intervview with ATA Ambassador Miss Cox talking about what Belief means to her and how she's had to use it in her ATA training. Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

The ATA Training Department has released new standards from Grand Master M. K. Lee and the Master's Council on the requirements for board breaking at National and International testings. We go through all the new updates and what it means for you in today's episode. Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

You may have noticed that there are some "updates" being released for the ATA Black Belt protech weapons. In today's episode we talk to CM Kaminski about the process and why all the updates. Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Who doesn't love ATA Tigers? This week we decided to interview a few Tigers and see what their favorite part of taekwondo is. Honestly, it's just so sweet to talk to little people about their martial arts journey. Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

We have another awesome ATA Ambassador with us this week! Dr. Shannon Kearney talks about how she started martial arts and what drives her to continue to share her love of ATA with others. We're excited to interview another adult who started martial arts in their adult years and we hope it inspires others out there as well! Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Mr. Tyler Reed is an ATA Ambassador, School Owner AND started his martial art journey as an adult! In today's episode we talk all about his journey and his advice for adults who are interested in getting started. Get 30 Day FREE trial of the Prehab App! - http://atama.ninja/prehab Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

We've got an exciting one for you today! In today's episode we interview Dr. Perez from Gait Happens. We talk all about foot health and strength as well as dealing with some foot injuries. Be sure to listen to the whole thing and also check out the Gait Happens Instagram page for some awesome tips. Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

We've made it to episode 100 and we're still going strong. In this first episode of 2024 we're talking to Ms. Natalie Rios from ATA India. Here how ATA continues to grow worldwide and make a difference in people's lives. Stick around to the end to learn about our Healthy Eating Challenge and get your Athletic Development Home Training plan as well! Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete Join our Heathly Eating Challenge: http://atama.ninja/challenge The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Athlete Development has been a big topic in the ATA over the last 5-8 years and we've made a lot of progress. In this episode we talk about what training like an athlete really looks like and how we can continue to improve the way we train to perform better and prevent injury. Get a 4 Week Athletic Development home training plan here! - http://atama.ninja/2024athlete Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to get a trading card from this episode! The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

In this episode we interview Mr. Robert Sanchez, a band director, ATA dad and black belt competitor. Not only does he give us some insight into why he loves ATA Xtreme but he shares with us a free resource he's put together to help you level up your Xtreme and Creative music options. Check it out at http://atama.ninja/audio Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to get a trading card from this episode! The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

This summer the ATA got a new CEO and the name might be familar to you. Today we interview Sr. Master Taekwon Lee about his growing up in ATA and what it's like to continue his father's legacy as the new CEO of ATA International. Check out this article published about Sr. Master Lee! Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to get a trading card from this episode! The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

In this episode we are rebroadcasting a special we made a few years ago to celebrat Eternal Grand Master H. U. Lee. Today (the day of release: Oct 5, 2023) is Founder's Day and we want to commemorate this day with this rebroadcast to remind everyone of our amazing Founder. Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to get a trading card from this episode! The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Everyone knows that Grand Master Caruso is a powerhouse when it comes to teach self-defense. In this episode we dive into his thought on how we can think about self-defense in our training. Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to get a trading card from this episode! The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

ATA Nation is EVERYWHERE and in this episode we check in with Master Pedro Tanger from Lisbon Portugal. We talk about how he became the owner of the very first professional martial arts school in his country and where he sees ATA Europe heading in the future. Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to get a trading card from this episode! The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Have you heard about the ATA Skillz program? Sr. Master Coffrin joins us to talk about an amazing training opportunity coming up for ATA Nation as well as what the Skillz program is all about. Skillz Seminar Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to get a trading card from this episode! The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

The 2023 ATA Fall Nationals are coming! In this episode we talk to Director of Training with ATA Martial Arts, Chief Master Skiles all about the training opportunities. Make sure you get registered for training today at ATAMartialArts.com Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to get a trading card from this episode! The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

We've got a treat for you in this episode. Learn all about Exogen and what some of the top athletes in the world are using to improve their sport specific skills. We talk to Joseph Dolcetti from Lila all about what he's learned about training and how he came up with Exogen. https://lilateam.com/ Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to get a trading card from this episode! The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Are you a tournament goer? This week I break down 5 (actually 6) "real talk" topics about our amazing ATA Tournament events. Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to get a trading card from this episode! The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Have you heard of the Pan-Am championships? Well in this episode you'll learn all about them and how to get involved with Sr. Master Cabrera! Find out more info about the championships here: https://www.ataezsignup.com/tournaments/ Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to get a trading card of Sr. Master Cabrera The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Today we bring you an interview with Master Seth Birky who's heading up the new ATA NEXT program. You may have heard about this program at Worlds and we wanted to bring you a little more info. Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to get a trading card of Master Birky The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Welcome to season 3 of the ATA Nation Podcast! We're back from our summer break with an awesome epsidode featuring Mr. Kevin Walls. Mr. Walls is one of the pro instructors for the ATA MAX program as well as a brand new ATA Ambassador. Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to get a trading card of Mr. Walls. The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

Did you hear about the ATA MAX Gathering in Little Rock? This week we talk to Nolan the Ninja and Libby Wilcox on their experience at the first ever ATA MAX Gathering! Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to join our special project! The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast

The 2022-2023 tournament season is wrapping up and now it's time for the post-season fun. We have some important information for you in this episode so you don't miss a thing. Visit atama.ninja/uncut and use code ATA to join our special project! The ATA Nation Podcast is for students, families, friends and instructors of Songahm Taekwondo! Be sure to subscribe and share with your ATA family Follow us on Instagram @ATANationPodcast