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Satori means ”in the moment, at your best.” This podcast covers all the things that go into living your life at your very best: martial arts, health, fitness, mastery mindsets, relationships, business tips, nutrition, stress reductions, and much more.

Kovar Systems


    • May 22, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 29m AVG DURATION
    • 112 EPISODES

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    The Satori Lifestyle Podcast with Kyoshi Dave Kovar is an absolute gem in the world of podcasts. From the moment I stumbled upon it, I was captivated by Dave's ability to tie in concepts from various philosophers and make them relatable to everyday life. His words are not only actionable and practical, but they also paint a bigger picture that resonates with listeners on a profound level. Even though I am not a martial artist myself, I found moments when it felt like he was speaking directly to my life, offering insightful guidance and inspiration.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the way Dave seamlessly weaves together philosophy and martial arts principles. He delves into topics such as discipline, focus, resilience, and personal growth, providing listeners with valuable insights that can be applied to their own lives. What sets this podcast apart is Dave's ability to take these ideas and make them concrete and relatable. Whether you are a martial artist or not, you will find immense value in listening to Dave's wisdom.

    Another standout aspect of The Satori Lifestyle Podcast is the incredible content that fills each episode from beginning to end. Every time I press play, I am greeted with a wealth of knowledge and inspiration. Dave's storytelling abilities are second to none; he has a way of captivating his audience and keeping them engaged throughout each episode. The positive energy he exudes is contagious, leaving listeners feeling motivated and uplifted after each listen.

    While it pains me to point out any negatives about this podcast, there were occasional moments when distractions crept in. For example, during one episode when Dave was talking about the importance of putting our phones down to give others our full attention, his own phone went off in the background. While this may seem like a minor detail, it did take away from the overall message he was conveying at that moment. However, despite these small hiccups, the value provided by The Satori Lifestyle Podcast far outweighs any minor distractions.

    In conclusion, The Satori Lifestyle Podcast with Kyoshi Dave Kovar is an incredible podcast that offers listeners a wealth of knowledge, inspiration, and guidance for living a better life and becoming a better martial artist. Dave's ability to connect philosophy and martial arts in a relatable way is commendable, and his passion for spreading positivity shines through in every episode. Despite minor distractions, this podcast is pure gold, leaving listeners feeling motivated and ready to embrace the principles of the Martial Way in their own lives.



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    Latest episodes from The Satori Lifestyle Podcast

    Ep. 48 | Satori Masters Podcast | How to Replicate Your Wins | Feat. Dave Chamberlain

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 20:28


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Kovar Inc. CEO Dave Chamberlain about your team, culture and how to find what helps you win and replicate it. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 47 | Satori Masters Podcast | The Beginner's Mindset | Feat. Vincent Bardini

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 22:48


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Kovar Systems' General Manager, Vincent Bardini about a variety of different business tips and keeping a beginner's mindset. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 46 | Satori Masters Podcast | Student Triage & More | Feat. Andy Crittenden

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 30:23


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with good friend Andy Crittenden about Student Triage and more! -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 45 | Satori Masters Podcast | Be Affable & Unflappable | Feat. Buzz Durkin

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 31:46


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with good friend Master Buzz Durkin. They talk about some very valuable bullet points and quotes breaking them down and talking about how they can serve YOU in the martial arts business. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 44 | Satori Masters Podcast | Allowing Students to Feel What Works | Feat. John Hackleman

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 31:35


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with good friend John Hackleman about The Pit and Finding work really works and what doesn't through "testing". -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 43 | Satori Masters Podcast | Share Wins With The Team | Feat. Ron Sell

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 35:08


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with good friend Ron Sell about the importance of having the right systems, technology and sharing wins with the team. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com For information on Spark: SparkMembership.com

    Ep. 42 | Satori Masters Podcast | Leaning into Gratitude | Feat. Brannon Beliso

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 27:05


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with good friend Brannon Beliso on finding your way back to martial arts and fully leaning into a gratitude mindset especially when it comes to business. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 41 | Satori Masters Podcast | It's Not Always What You See

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 25:38


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks about how its not always "What you see is what you get" and how its never too late to make as shift. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 40 | Satori Masters Podcast | Motivation as a Life-long Martial Artist | Feat. Mark Caswell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 19:59


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with good friend and life-long martial artist, Mark Caswell. Mark has run & taught at a Kovars location for a very long time. In this episode they talk about the sustainability and motivation behind the martial arts lifestyle. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 39 | Satori Masters Podcast | Their Future Martial Arts Career | Feat. Chris Herman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 28:22


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with good friend Chris Herman. They speak about many different interesting topics including Martial Arts being a future career. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 38 | Satori Masters Podcast | DON'T Get Stuck In This MINDSET | Feat. Chad Shepherd

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 23:55


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with good friend and Kovars Roseville Head Instructor, Chad Shepherd about things like running the business, teaching on the mat, improving as an instructor and staying away from unhelpful mindsets. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 37 | Satori Masters Podcast | You Have To Be Genuine | Feat. Dan Vigil

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 34:03


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with good friend, Dan Vigil about what it takes to own and operate a martial arts business, the importance of being genuine and how that can translate to any lesson based business like music. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 36 | Satori Masters Podcast | What are your parents doing? | Feat. Professor Tim Leard

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 27:28


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Kovar Systems Team Member and long time instructor, Tim Leard. They speak about teaching on the mat, what your parents are doing off the mat and what you should do with that spark to teach should you or someone you know get it. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 35 | Satori Masters Podcast | History of BJJ | Feat. Professor Carlos Valente

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 32:24


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with BJJ Legend and Coral Belt, Professor Carlos Valente as they talk BJJ history and training with some incredible people all around the world. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 34 | Satori Masters Podcast | The Meaning Of Kaizen | Feat. Mike Valentine

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 48:22


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with good friend Mike Valentine to discuss long-term business, dealing with challenges on and off the mat and the meaning of #Kaizen -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 33 | Satori Masters Podcast | Don't Forget About These

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 25:32


    Ep. 32 | Satori Masters Podcast | A "For The People" Mindset | Feat. Jason Flame

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 27:32


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Jason Flame to talk about a "For the People" Mindset and much more. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 31 | Satori Masters Podcast | Environmental Change with Technology | Feat. Michael Singer

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 26:01


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Michael Singer about the gamification of his classes and how he harnesses technology to create a better environment for each of his classes. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com Check out the Level Up Music App on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store Level Up Kits for your classroom - www.levelupkits.com

    Ep. 30 | Satori Masters Podcast | How To AVOID BURNOUT

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 23:13


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar goes solo to talk about something very important. The ability to avoid burnout is so important. Here you will learn many ways to find, relocate or nuture your passion and purpose to keep your business going strong. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 29 | Satori Masters Podcast | Find What Works for Your Community | Feat. Patrick Kelly

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 28:56


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with long time friend, training partner and Kovars Elk Grove Academy Manager, Patrick Kelly. Patrick Kelly is a high energy, stellar martial arts instructor often bursting with new ideas for his students and community. Hanshi Kovar picks his brain about these things so that they can benefit you too! -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 28 | Satori Masters Podcast | The RIGHT Time to Act on a Deal | Feat. Solomon Brenner

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 35:19


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with his good friend, Solomon Brenner. They share information on opening schools, franchising and when its the right time to do a deal. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 27 | Satori Masters Podcast | Going Into Hiding | Feat. Chance Burleson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 33:32


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with his good friend, Chance Burleson. They chat about Chance's early life while living and learning martial arts in hiding in a cabin to being a martial arts business owner today and why martial artists think they should open their own school. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 26 | Satori Masters Podcast | UFC Fighter to Martial Arts Business Owner | Feat. Moti Horenstein

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 27:01


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with his good friend, Moti Horenstein, about fighting in the UFC to working high profile security to operating his martial arts business in Miami, Florida. You don't want to miss this one! -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 25 | Satori Masters Podcast | The Secret to Training Everyday | Feat. Karel 'Silver Fox' Pravec

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 31:28


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar talks with The Silver Fox, Karel Pravec about moving from finance work to the BJJ business and how to go about training everyday. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 24 | Satori Masters Podcast | First Person to Hold 3 World Titles Simultaneously | Feat. Graciela Casillas

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 30:00


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar meets with Graciela Casillas, the first person to become a TRIPLE CHAMP holding 3 world titles simultaneously. Listen in to hear her story from where she has come from to where she is now. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 23 | Satori Masters Podcast | Follow Up On Your Leads | Feat. Nancy Walzog

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 25:58


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar meets with long time friend, Nancy Walzog. Nancy Walzog is an 2x Emmy Award winner & Academy Award winner that transitioned from the TV & Film Production business to being an 8 location martial arts business owner & instructor. Tune in to find out how the journey went, how its going and what you should do to maximize your martial arts school. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com

    Ep. 22 | The Best Stories Come From STtruggle

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 32:59


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar meets with Christine Brink who is part of the operations for the 8 Satori Academy locations on the east coast. They talk about being honest with their critique and how the best stories often come from struggle. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com

    Ep. 21 | Satori Masters Podcast | 7 Businesses in 10 Minutes | feat. Paul Duarte

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 27:09


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - On this episode of the podcast, Dave Kovar sits down with Paul Duarte to discuss the mindset behind running a successful martial arts school. "Stay Hungry"  - For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com

    Ep. 20 | Satori Masters Podcast | UNBREAKABLE MINDSET | feat. Xai Lor

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 25:30


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar meets with Xai Lor to talk about her business, iYa Taekwondo, right here in Sacramento, CA and the challenges she has overcome including BEATING CANCER MULTIPLE TIMES while running her school. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com

    Ep. 19 | Satori Masters Podcast | Keeping The Ego In Check | feat. Nathan Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2024 36:43


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar meets with Sensei Nathan Young to talk about humble beginnings, keeping egos in check and talking your martial arts business from part-time hobby to full time career. - For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com

    Ep. 18 | Satori Masters Podcast | Powerful but Peaceful | feat. Mark Goblowsky

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 36:45


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar meets with Sifu Mark Goblowsky to talk about the chinese arts, the struggles that life and hand you and how important when you fall down, you get back up, learn and carry on. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com 

    Ep. 17 | Satori Masters Podcast | Don't Let The Standards Slip| feat. Chris Pritchard

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 36:36


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar meets with Master Chris Pritchard to discuss the victories and struggles of running multiple programs, non-martial arts programs and maintaining the student standards. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com 

    Ep. 16 | Satori Masters Podcast | $4 PER MARTIAL ARTS CLASS? | Feat. Matt Rosalez

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 37:51


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” - In this episode Dave Kovar meets with Matt Rosalez, the founder of Max Martial Arts in Brentwood, CA. Starting at $4 per class in a high school gym to an improved monthly tuition for high quality self-defense in a proper martial arts facility can be a big journey. Check this episode out to find out how it went and how its going now to help improve your business. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com 

    Ep. 15 | The COST of GROWTH | Feat. Master Chris Rappold

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 38:29


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” In this episode Dave Kovar sits down with his Master Chris Rappold from Team Paul Mitchell to talk about growing your martial arts academy, the cost associated with it and being at your #PersonalBest  - For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com

    Ep.14 |Addicted to Growth | Feat. John Bussard

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 40:04


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” -- In this episode Dave Kovar sits down with his Master John Bussard to talk about how when some doors shut, whether you close them or someone else does, others will open. From getting cut from his baseball team, to selling insurance then owning and running 9 successful martial arts schools. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com

    Ep.13 | Million Dollar School | Feat. Ilya Mir

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 38:13


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” In this episode Dave Kovar sits down with 24+ Year Employee and Location Manager Ilya Mir to talk numbers and his mindset for running a million dollar martial arts academy. You can view the podcast on YouTube, click here to watch and please hit that subscribe button as it really helps. -- Ilya Mir has been with Kovar's Satori Academy for 24 years now. He is a 3rd degree black belt and an active BJJ competitor. He is also a "black belt" when it comes to the numbers and overall business for the Kovars location he manages out in Sacramento(Natomas), California.  -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com

    New Location Check Up | Feat. Location Manager Jeramy Sipes | Ep.12

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 24:26


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” In this episode Dave Kovar sits down with 20+ Year Employee and Location Manager Jeramy Sipes to see how things have gone since opening the new location in Folsom, CA. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe! -- Jeramy Sipes has been with Kovar's Satori Academy for 20 years now. He just earned his 6th degree black belt on December 13th, 2023. He is an incredible instructor, school manager, training partner and friend.  -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com

    Satori Masters Podcast - Episode 11 (with Dave Kovar, Bill Superfoot Wallace)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 26:31


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Bill "Superfoot" Wallace about martial arts and martial arts business. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe! -- Bill "Superfoot" Wallace is a legend in the martial arts industry.  As an undefeated, world champion kickboxer from 1974-80, he won 23 consecutive professional fights. Also a 3x national point fighting champion from 1971 -1973.  He was nicknamed “Superfoot” as a result of his lightning-fast left leg kicks which were clocked at speeds over 60 mph. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com

    Satori Masters Podcast - Episode 10 (with Dave Kovar, Mike Guido)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 36:51


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Mike Guido about martial arts and martial arts business. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe! -- Mike Guido is the Owner and Operator of Guido's Martial Arts Academy in Clovis, California. He is a 5th degree Black Belt and has been training since 1986. He is also a multiple time sport karate champion.  -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com

    Satori Masters Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 9 (with Dave Kovar, Mike Metzger)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 32:15


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Mike Metzger about martial arts and martial arts business. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe! -- Mike Metzger has worked with hundreds of schools across the nation to improve their processes, systems, and profitability. He personally owns and operates 9 schools so his knowledge, insight and coaching come from the experience he's gained in the industry for the past several decades.  -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com

    Satori Masters Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 8 (with Dave Kovar, Master Tu Le)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 36:43


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Master Tu Le about martial arts and martial arts business. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe! -- Tu Le is the first martial arts entrepreneur to graduate from Harvard Business School. He started MyStudio in 2017 and today he has the honor of helping 2000+ businesses across the world as CEO and Founder. Tu Le also the Owner, Founder, and President of InCourage Martial Arts. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com To buy your 2024 ProMAC International Conference tickets now, visit: promacconference.com

    Satori Masters Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 7 (with Dave Kovar, Michael Parrella)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 42:34


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Michael Parrella about martial arts and martial arts business. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe! -- Michael Parrella is a former multi-studio owner who played a key role in bringing the martial arts industry into the digital age. He created the 'Ultimate Student-Getting Websites' and introduced the first 'paid trial' membership funnel, amassing over 4.2 million trials nationwide. In 2008, he founded the successful fitness franchise with astounding lead-generation, iLoveKickboxing, and later exited the company in 2020. Parrella has been featured in various top-tier publications and media outlets. He currently resides in New York and shares his expertise with business owners, helping them with growth, franchising, and scaling. -- For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com Program Director Course: www.kovarsystems.com/PD

    Satori Masters Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 6 (with Dave Kovar, Fariborz Azhakh)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 36:22


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Fariborz Azhakh about martial arts training and business. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe! --- Fariborz Azhakh has been one of the driving forces of martial arts in California and is an accomplished and well-respected Hapkido Instructor. He is the school owner and operator of Team Karate Centers. - For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com Program Director Course: www.kovarsystems.com/PD

    Satori Masters Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 5 (with Dave Kovar, Nick Wilson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 47:11


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Nick Wilson about martial arts training and business. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe! --- Nick Wilson has been training with Dave Kovar for 28 years and has Black Belts in Kenpo Karate, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do, and Escrima. He's managed multiple locations for Kovar's Satori Academy, growing one to 430 active members. He is currently the General Manager of the Satori Instructor Alliance. - For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com Program Director Course: www.kovarsystems.com/PD

    Satori Masters Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 4 (with Dave Kovar, Tim Leard)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 39:36


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.”   In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Kovar System's own Tim Leard about active shooter events. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe! --- Tim Leard is a 5th degree Black Belt Kovar's Kenpo as well as 2nd Degree Black Belt in Krav Maga, 1st Degree in Kuk Sul, 1st Degree in Universal Kenpo, and Blue Belt in Brazilian Jujutsu. Leard specializes in staff development and has guided many on their journey to Satori Instructor Alliance certified positions. - For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com Program Director Course: www.kovarsystems.com/PD

    Satori Masters Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 2 (with Dave Kovar, Chris Natzke)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 39:00


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.”   In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Chris Natzke about long-term training and performing at your peak performance. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe! --- Chris Natzke is a 8th Degree Black Belt and Vice President of Business Development and Black Belt Testing for Superfoot System. Natzke trained and taught martial arts for over 50 years. He is a life-leadership coach, keynote speaker, and best-selling author. His passion is sharing his Black Belt Leadership so others may discover the most empowered version of themselves.  www.superfootsystem.com - For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com Program Director Course: www.kovarsystems.com/PD

    Satori Masters Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 2 (with Dave Kovar, Tom Callos)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 24:57


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.”   In this episode Dave Kovar talks with Tom Callos about long-lasting martial arts training. You can view the podcast on Youtube, click here to access and subscribe! --- Tom Callos is a 7th degree Black Belt in Taekwondo and Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He travels the world sharing his philosophy on the martial arts with instructors and students of all disciplines. Callos also is currently working in the art of printmaking, creating hand-blown glass and resin printmaking tools (glass barens) as well as carving and printing amazing portraits that include many martial arts legends. www.tomcallos.com - For information on Kovar Systems: www.kovarsystems.com Program Director Course: www.kovarsystems.com/PD

    Satori Masters Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 1 (with Dave Kovar, Chip Townsend)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2023 46:06


    Learn tips, tricks, and insights from the best and brightest business owners and entrepreneurs in the martial arts community, so you can successfully build and grow your martial arts business while living your life “at your best.” In this episode Dave Kovar talks with World Champion and Martial Arts School Owner, Chip Townsend about the importance of building and cultivating a team for your business. --- Chip Townsend is a 14x International Sport Karate Association Breaking World Champion, undefeated in competition power kicking at world level from 2000-2008, founder of Team Chip Affiliate Program and Co-Owner of Team Chip Martial Arts Centers in Texas and Oklahoma. Instagram: @chip_townsend Facebook: Page ---- Join us at ProMAC International Conference this May 18-20th in Sacramento, CA to level up your Martial Arts Business and attend an event full of business and on-mat training. Now is your chance to enhance your skills with leading Martial Artists, School Owners, and Instructors. Register today using code ‘PROMAC23' and get $150 off your ticket. Visit: promacconference.com

    S2:E4 - Satori Lifestyle Podcast - The Highest Valued Habit (feat. Dave Kovar, Dave Chamberlain)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2022 35:43


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Satori Lifestyle Podcast! In Season 2 we introduce a new video format for each episode available on our Youtube Channel. Listen AND watch each new episode with Dave Kovar and guests to learn more about the satori lifestyle. --- In this episode of Season 2, join us as Hanshi Dave Kovar and Dave Chamberlain discuss habits and the highest valued habit of everyday life.

    S2:E3 - Satori Lifestyle Podcast - Balancing Life (feat. Dave Kovar, Nick Wilson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 32:12


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Satori Lifestyle Podcast! In Season 2 we introduce a new video format for each episode available on our Youtube Channel. Listen AND watch each new episode with Dave Kovar and guests to learn more about the satori lifestyle. --- In this episode of Season 2, join us as Hanshi Dave Kovar and Shihan Nick Wilson talk about how to have a well-balanced life, including with martial arts training.

    S2:E2 - Satori Lifestyle Podcast - The 6 Human Needs (feat. Dave Kovar, Jeramy Sipes)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 42:32


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Satori Lifestyle Podcast! In Season 2 we introduce a new video format for each episode available on our Youtube Channel. Listen AND watch each new episode with Dave Kovar and guests to learn more about the satori lifestyle. --- In this episode of Season 2, join us as Hanshi Dave Kovar and Shihan Jeramy Sipes talk about the six human needs and how living a martial arts lifestyles can go hand-in-hand.

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