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In this episode of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan sits down with Eric Adams, owner and head coach of Teep City Muay Thai in Parker, Colorado — and a proud Pu'u Muay Thai Licensee.Eric shares his full journey from working at Pu'u Muay Thai Ventura during the pandemic to launching his own Muay Thai academy in Colorado. He opens up about the struggles of finding a space, dealing with landlords who said “no martial arts,” and how mentorship and structured systems helped him build a thriving community from the ground up.They discuss: ✅ How Eric went from teaching in a 25x25 yoga studio to a full-fledged Muay Thai academy ✅ The biggest mistakes most gym owners make when starting out ✅ How Pu'u Muay Thai's License Program provided the foundation for business systems, marketing, and curriculum ✅ Why consistency, structure, and mentorship are key to sustainable growth ✅ Advice for anyone dreaming of opening their own Muay Thai gymEric's story is proof that with the right guidance, structure, and community, you can build something that changes lives.
The Jiujitsu Mindset: Unveiling the Intersection of Martial Arts, Business, and Personal Growth with Avery Lorenzato Avery shares insights on the discipline required to excel in both business and jiu-jitsu, along with his own journey involving seven small businesses. The conversation explores Avery's background in gymnastics, the nuances of learning and teaching jiu-jitsu, and the significant impact jiu-jitsu has on personal growth and community building. Avery also discusses the role of competition in jiu-jitsu and recounts memorable experiences, including challenging rolls with renowned practitioners. The episode underscores the multifaceted benefits of jiu-jitsu, from personal development to fostering a supportive community. 00:00 Introduction and Announcements 00:56 Guest Introduction: Avery 01:24 Avery's Journey: From Business to Jiujitsu 03:23 The Intersection of Business and Jiujitsu 06:34 Mind-Body Connection in Jiujitsu 07:26 Gymnastics Background and Its Influence 15:38 The Unique Learning Curve of Jiujitsu 18:50 Exploring the Role of Competition in Jiu-Jitsu 19:39 Personal Experiences and Challenges in Competition 24:34 Memorable Jiu-Jitsu Encounters 28:32 The Value of Jiu-Jitsu in Personal Development 31:46 Community and Support in Jiu-Jitsu 35:37 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
In this episode, Tu is joined by extraordinary operator Josh Arson from Hero Martial Arts to share insights on building and sustaining a successful martial arts business. Josh opens up about his journey, including the pivotal moment after his ACL surgery when he realized the potential of his team. They discuss the importance of the right mindset, essential skills for expanding to a second location, and the significance of emotional intelligence. Timestamps:06:12 Emotional Intelligence and Leadership08:11 The Value of Self-Education13:59 The Journey of Hero Martial Arts23:56 Expanding to a Second Location24:52 Providing Opportunities for Top Employees27:39 Building a Prototype Location29:09 Achieving Rapid Growth: Reaching 200 Students in One Year34:05 Balancing Passion and Talent: The Key to Success42:11 Empowering Your Team: Stepping Back to Let Others Shine43:41 The Importance of Mentorship and CoachingWant to streamline and optimize your business? Visit us and schedule a free demo of MyStudio to see how our tools can help you achieve similar results at www.mystudio.io
Hakan Manav reveals how they solved 4 growth obstacles martial arts school owners face and built a thriving, full‑time operation with 4 locations, a 30 staff, and 1,800 students.IN THIS EPISODE:• Explore the hidden product tweak that keeps students smiling and sparks unstoppable growth• Uncover a fresh staff-training approach that secretly sculpts high-performing instructors• Follow a surprising systems shortcut that quietly streamlines every corner of the academy• Experience the leadership shift that frees you from day-to-day tasks and ignites team synergy• A glimpse into the Manav's families path to a 1,800-student academy by overcoming 4 key obstacles• And more FREE: Swipe the exact plan I use to fill martial arts schools with 200+ students within 7 months (And make sure your students are an incredible fit > Learn MoreTRANSCRIPTIONGEORGE: Hey there, it's George Fourie. Welcome to another Martial Arts Media™ Business Podcast episode. Today I've got a guest with me and I was just looking through, I actually googled it, when the last time he was on the podcast and it goes back to episode 14, November the 1st, 2016.Nine years ago. Cool, welcome back Hakan. HAKAN: Thank you George, happy to be here.GEORGE: Awesome. So I'm trying to think when we had that podcast, I was probably, I saw you do a demonstration at Weimar and that's probably a couple of years before that. And you already had your DVDs. I think we still got your DVD box of your program. HAKAN: We're telling our age, aren't we? GEORGE: And I guess it's funny how like our journey together, work together. I also looked into Stripe and you've also the longest standing client that I've worked with in regards to marketing and Facebook ads.And just the other day we got talking about helping more school owners and we decided to do a joint venture together in what we call Partners Mentor. And we'll probably talk a little bit about that, but there's a few things that we want to discuss in the industry, particularly where people are getting stuck, things that we are seeing. There's a lot of our conversations on messenger back and forth and planning and doing some marketing and me getting feedback from what you're seeing on the mats, hands-on, me looking at what am I seeing around the industry, what's coming from different school owners around the globe, what people are facing.And I think a good thing for us to be in this episode, one of a few, would be to, yeah, just have a bird's eye overview of looking where things are at in the industry, what are you seeing, where people are getting stuck, what's coming up and so forth. But before we get into that for those listening and they haven't met you, just give us a bit of a roundup.
In this episode of The Relentless CEO Podcast, Adam Kifer sits down with Jennifer Waters, co-founder of Seven Figure Dojo, to uncover the strategies that separate high-performing martial arts schools from those struggling to keep up. Jennifer shares her journey from running a struggling school with just 50 students to building a thriving seven-figure business. She dives into the key mindset shifts, retention strategies, and business tactics that helped her scale while maintaining the integrity of her programs. Whether you're a school owner looking to improve operations or an instructor aiming for growth, this episode delivers actionable insights to help you take your business to the next level.
Lawrence Dunning joins Hersh to discuss reinvention through martial arts and business. They explore dreams, work-life integration, valuing time, and building client relationships. Lawrence shares insights on early career success, ambition, and the role of intrinsic goals in personal growth. The episode also covers defining 'enough' for life satisfaction, staying present amidst digital distractions, and embracing fatherhood. Lawrence reflects on adapting career paths, the impact of grandparenthood, and balancing different forms of wealth, concluding with thoughts on personal evolution and genuine kindness.
In this episode, Duane Brumitt and Shihan Allie Alberigo dive deep into the innovative ways martial arts school owners can use ChatGPT to streamline their business operations. They discuss practical applications for marketing, student engagement, retention, content creation, and even time management. Discover how ChatGPT can save time, generate creative content, and improve communication with parents and students alike. Whether you're a martial arts school owner or just curious about using AI tools in business, this episode is packed with actionable insights!
In this martial arts business case study, Evan and Erica share how they scaled their martial arts school from 30 to 170 members, boosting monthly recurring revenue by $10,000. IN THIS EPISODE:A unique perspective of Evan and Erica on the connection between music and martial artsThe business relationship when it comes to their martial arts schoolProblems that Evan and Erica faced in their martial arts school businessBalancing martial arts tradition and businessThe benefits of joining the Partners program and the influence of its communityWhat is the A.I.R. model, and how is it going to help you in your martial arts businessInvolvement of Evan and Erica's children in the martial arts schoolDriven by a vision of financial independence and lifestyle flexibilityBreaking away from Conventional LifeAnd more FREE: Swipe the exact plan I use to fill martial arts schools with 200+ students within 7 months (And make sure your students are an incredible fit > Learn MoreTRANSCRIPTIONGEORGE: Hey, it's George Fourie. Welcome to another Martial Arts Media™ Business Podcast. Today, I've got two awesome guests with me, and this is my favorite episode to be doing because it's a martial arts business case study with two amazing clients who I've known for a little over a year.Evan Whetter and Erika Graf, soon to be Erika Whetter, welcome to the show.ERICA: Thank you.EVAN: Thanks, George. It's great to be here.GEORGE: You've got a bit of an interesting story, and I want to explore both because you're long-time business owners and you're also two very well-established musicians, which I really admire because that was like part of my history for a long time in my life. Leaving school, I played drums, and I didn't want to do anything else but play drums.And I would play in cover bands and bands, and I would travel all around, and that was my thing. Until I realized I couldn't cut it as a musician, and then life took over. But you guys have really made it work, and we're going to talk about all the martial arts stuff and everything. But you also run a music school, right?
In today's episode we reveal 3 proven strategies that will supercharge your local SEO, helping you rank higher in Google search results and attract more students. Whether you're just starting out or looking to boost an established school, these practical tips will help you rise above the competition and get the visibility your business deserves. Os! About Adam Duran, Local SEO Expert Local SEO in 10 is helmed by Local SEO expert Adam Duran, director of Magnified Media. Based in San Francisco & Walnut Creek, California, Magnified Media is an online marketing agency focused on internet marketing, national SEO, website designing and qualified customer lead generation for companies of all sizes. Magnified Media helps companies take control of their marketing by: • getting their website seen at the top of Google rankings, • getting them more online reviews, and • creating media content that immediately engages with their audience. Adam enjoys volunteering on the board of several community-based non-profits, hiking and BJJ in his spare time. About Jamie Duran, host of Local SEO in 10 Local business owner Jamie Duran is the owner of Solar Harmonics, Northern California's top-rated solar company, which invites its customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm. You can check out the website for the top solar energy equipment installer, Solar Harmonics, here. Jamie also is the creator and panel expert of Straight-Talk Solar Cast, the world's first podcast focused on answering the questions faced by anyone considering going solar. Thanks for joining us this week! Want to subscribe to Local SEO in 10? Connect with us on iTunes and leave us a review. Have a question about Local SEO? Chances are we've covered it! Go to our podcast website and check out our search feature. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/localseoin10/support
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
Ed Gemdjian is a dynamic leader in the luxury fitness industry, known for his strategic and innovative approaches to fitness programming and development. As the Founder of Team Awesome LLC and the co-creator of JitsFit, a martial arts influenced fitness and nutrition app, Ed has a proven track record of driving business growth, developing talent, and fostering inclusive environments. Beyond his professional endeavors, Ed is a devoted husband and father, embodying the balance between personal and professional life. His passion for martial arts not only informs his discipline and dedication but also inspires his holistic approach to wellness and leadership.Jits Fit IG Pagehttps://www.instagram.com/jitsfit_?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Make sure to follow me on IG, YT, and TikTok @graybeardblackbeltIf you enjoyed this episode please consider rating it and leaving a review. It really means a lot.
In this episode, Jack talks about the importance of being able to fight, and how to balance martial arts with your business and bodybuilding pursuits. Don't just listen, take action! All necessary links: https://linktr.ee/alphawolfpack Join the Wolfpack: https://plus.acast.com/s/wolfpack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
George Fourie explores the highlights and game-changing strategies shared from the Partners Intensive - a live martial arts business event held on the Sunshine Coast, Australia. IN THIS EPISODE:What Was Covered At The Partners Intensive: A Premium Martial Arts Business EventThe 1 Thing That All Martial Arts Business Owners DesireWhat's Special About Hosting Martial Arts Business Events On The Sunshine Coast?The Magic Delivered By Bushi-Ban International's Grandmaster Zulfi AhmedThe 90-Day Growth Plan That Eliminates Overwhelm, Clarify Goals, And Delivers Martial Arts Business Success*Need help growing your martial arts school? Apply Here.TRANSCRIPTION Hey, it's George Fourie. Welcome to the Martial Arts Media™ Business Podcast. Today, I'm going to be doing a bit of a review of an epic martial arts business event that we ran here on the Sunshine Coast in Australia. We are going to be talking about the highlights, epic, real cool things that we did. And most importantly, also talk about the next event that's coming up and how you can potentially be part of it.All show notes can be found at martialartsmedia.com/146. Head over there and download everything, and you'll get all the resources on how you can potentially join us for the next event. All right, let's jump in.A couple of months back, we hosted our Partners Intensive. Now, some context: you've heard me talk about Partners if you've been on the podcast. If you haven't, Partners is our martial arts business group that we work with, school owners from around the world. We get together online a lot, well, two to four times per week.But it's also important to get together in person. And so, we put together the Partners Intensive, which was a three-day event that we hosted on the Sunshine Coast here in Australia. I've got to be honest; it way exceeded my expectations of how amazing it was. We had speakers from multiple parts of Australia and also Grand Master Zulfi Ahmed from Bushi Ban International, who flew over from the United States to come and join us for the event.I'll tell you what. You've probably been to a business event, but if you haven't, it's the one thing that brings it all together, right? It's great that we've got all these online tools, and we can switch on Zoom and teleport virtually altogether from all different locations and connect fast.And there's nothing that beats that quick way of accessing information. But when it comes to human-to-human connection, we martial artists like to be around people, and the same goes with the events. Plus, you can get all the content that you want online, but it's that one conversation you have with a person who sits next to you, that insight that you get, that conversation that you're a part of where the magic happens. And I want to say, whether it's my event or someone else's, but if you're going to go, look at the business, look at it as a nice little tax write-off to get away and do it because whatever you spend, you get back tenfold plus form awesome relationships with...
Welcome to the Business Broadcast Podcast! Each week James brings on the show an entrepreneur who shares their biggest challenges and struggles in business. James coaches the business owner through these challenges by asking those hard hitting questions in order to get to the bottom of these problems and help the business owner soar to success. Start your 14 Day FREE Trial for the Entrepreneurs University at: https://jamessinclair.net/ More from Chris here: Www.tringmartialarts.com
In this episode I tell a story about a guy who gave me his martial arts business card.
What does it take to overcome personal struggles and find success in the world of boxing and martial arts? Former boxer and current gym owner Keith shares his story of triumph over Lyme disease and the importance of cultivating a positive culture in combat sports. From opening a gym to balancing business and physical well-being, Keith's journey is one of growth and determination. Discover the challenges of scaling a martial arts business and the rewarding aspects of coaching self-reliant athletes. Join us for an insightful exploration of personal growth and business success in the world of boxing and martial arts. Tune in now! Chapters: (0:00:02) - Boxing Background and Personal Growth (0:02:02) - Boxing Gym Owner's Business Journey (0:11:22) - Positive Culture in Combat Sports (0:17:34) - Scaling a Martial Arts Business (0:27:18) - Balancing Business and Physical Well-Being (0:38:21) - Winning Attitude in Fighting, Business (0:45:43) - Coaching and Building Self-Reliant Athletes (0:51:44) - Grow Martial Arts Business on Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/warriormindset/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/warriormindset/support
Zulfi Ahmed is coming to Australia to share his breakthrough mindset formula that's responsible for his martial arts business empire.IN THIS EPISODE: When is the perfect time to scale your martial arts school?How is Purpose defined for martial arts school owners in Partners?Questions We Ask In Partners when screening martial arts school ownersThe teachings to anticipate from Master Zulfi Ahmed during the Partners Intensive in June 2023Zulfi recounts his martial arts journey from childhood to a master instructor and successful school ownerFinding the right balance between your martial arts passion and business purposeA breakthrough formula that will take your martial arts school to the next levelAnd more*Need help growing your martial arts school? Start Here.TRANSCRIPTIONIt's not just the idea. It's not just the clarity. It's the process, procedures, and steps that people need to take to get through to the next level. We might know that I want to get 400 students, but I want to get 600 students. Well, I need to advertise more. No, there's more than that, but I will give you that process.GEORGE: Master Zulfi Ahmed, welcome back to the Martial Arts Media™ Business Podcast.ZULFI: My pleasure. Thank you for having me. Happy to be back.GEORGE: Awesome, so I think it's good for us to just go back down in the history of the journey on the podcast and then we'll jump into the big reason we're chatting today. So, we spoke back, I was looking earlier, in February 2018. We spoke about The Real Secret To Success With Your Martial Arts Business. I believe this was just before Fred DePalma‘s event in San Diego where we met for the first time.Then in episode 110, we spoke about How To Become A Master Martial Arts Instructor. Actually, just when your book came out, we had a chat about that. And today, we're back. We're back for episode 142 because you're coming to Australia. How good is that?ZULFI: Yes, I'm excited. Thank you very much for the kind invitation and I'm super excited. I can't wait to get on the plane and go and meet you again and all the friends in Australia. I have some very good friends, and fellow martial artists in Australia. I would love to see them and make new friends. And I am excited, super excited.GEORGE: I think it'd be good, even though this is the third time around on the podcast, it'd be good to go back to your story. But a story I want to share quickly, which was really, I think a pivotal point where we really connected is at Fred DePalma's event. You spoke at the event and I really loved your chat and your knowledge. And I remember you making a lot of Jay Abraham references, which I thought, “Oh, that's really good.” For those of you that don't know Jay Abraham, look him up. And in the morning when we were flying back, we were all waiting down in the lobby at breakfast. We were all waiting for our trip back. And we just got into a conversation. And it was one of the most valuable conversations I've had in martial arts and martial arts business, and you just openly shared things that I can do...
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
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast - Ep #83Gus and Allie discuss "How To Build A Thriving Martial Arts Business In 2023."
The last time we spoke to Lindsay Guy, we discussed how he tripled his karate school in record time. Today we chat about refining retention to maintain this massive growth. IN THIS EPISODE:How retention impacts martial arts business growth Keeping martial arts classes fun to stimulate young studentsReaching out to parents on how to keep kids from quitting martial artsSetting up your martial arts pro shop for profitKeys to leaving a lasting martial arts legacyAnd more*Need help growing your martial arts school? Start Here.[elementor-template id="14434"] TRANSCRIPTIONGEORGE: It's George Fourie. Welcome to the Martial Arts Media™ Business Podcast. Today I have a repeat guest with me, Lindsay Guy from Guy's Karate School. Now if you recall episode 117, I had Lindsay Guy on and we spoke about how he had 3x'd his martial arts business moving past the Big C, we'll call it the Big C.The YouTube and social media channels don't like us talking about what it is, although we probably mentioned it in the episode. Anyway, I wanted to catch up with Lindsay just to see how things are going right now. We spoke about how he 3x'd his business.I wanted to see where he is now, how things are going, and how he handled the growth. We talked a bit about retention, and a little bit about marketing and it was just a great martial arts conversation. Now, I must warn you, Lindsay is super authentic and as he says, he's got no switch and he speaks very straightforwardly.And we have this sense of humor where we look for little gaps and opportunities to have a go and have a bit of fun and fun with each other. So that might come out in some of the comments from him and me. Don't take it to heart. It's probably easier if you watch the episode because Lindsay's face explains his sense of humor. But yeah, one of my favorite humans to speak to when it comes to a sense of humor and having fun. So a lot of fun in this episode and a lot of value. So jump in episode 139. So head over to the website, martialartsmedia.com/139. You can download the transcript and all the resources mentioned in this episode. And do me a favor, if you get some good value out of this episode, please share it with someone you love, someone you care about, a martial arts instructor, or martial arts school owner. So they'll get as much value from it as you will.All right, let's jump in. Lindsay Guy, welcome to the Martial Arts Media™ Business Podcast. Actually, welcome back to the Martial Arts Media™ Business Podcast.LINDSAY: Thanks, George. Thanks for having me on again.
Michael Scott shares the 3 core areas he focuses on for a fulfilled life, and building a martial arts business that fuels generational wealth.IN THIS EPISODE:Are Google Ads getting better results than Facebook Ads?Having an exit strategy when retiring from your martial arts businessYour martial arts business as a vehicle to build generational wealthHaving an accountability partner you can trust and who supports your goalWhy have membership contractsAnd more*Need help growing your martial arts school? Learn More Here.TRANSCRIPTIONGEORGE: Hey, it's George Fourie. Welcome to the Martial Arts Media™ Business Podcast. Another great interview for you today. Michael Scott from CMA Campbelltown Martial Arts in New South Wales. So I've known Michael for a little while. We've been working together in our Partners Group. When you meet someone and they're not the front of the conversation, but when they speak, you want to listen because it's always packed with wisdom. In fact, at the end of last year, we did something fun in our Partners Group and we gave out awards within the group, and Michael was named the Wisdom Whisperer, and just for that reason, sits back, observes the conversation, but when he speaks, it's packed with wisdom.Now, Michael talks about the three areas that he focuses on his life way beyond martial arts and actually how he has used his martial arts business as a vehicle to grow wealth and build generational wealth, and talks about investment strategies and things that he does after that. So, you're going to love it.
In this martial arts business case study, Amanda Saliba and Wayne Ardley share how they increased their revenue by $200,000 in 12 months. IN THIS EPISODE:A martial arts hobby turned into a successful martial arts businessWhen to get help from a marketing expert?How the ‘Partners OnRamp' helps boost martial arts schools Quitting your day job to become a full-time martial arts instructorTapping into a pool of knowledge through Martial Arts Media™ PartnersAnd moreTRANSCRIPTIONGEORGE: Hey, it's George Fourie. Welcome to the Martial Arts Media Business Podcast. Today, I'm doing one of my favorite episodes to create, which is a case study. A case study documenting a client's journey from when they started working with us to where they are now. Today I'm speaking to Amanda Saliba and Wayne Ardley, all the way from Melbourne. And I love this episode simply because Amanda is so committed, has big goals, and same as Wayne, still in the workforce, positioning out of that going full time into the business. And in the time that we've spent working together, they've increased their income with an additional $200,000 over the last 12 months.What I love about this is that we zoomed out on this journey. You know, we love to talk about marketing on the show, attracting the right students, increasing sign-ups and retaining more members. And sometimes the emphasis is on getting more students, getting more students, but we all know there's more to that, right? There's the retaining, keeping the students, which is the biggest part, really. And well, you can't have one without the other. So this case study really documents the journey of staying with the course, you know, not looking for the quick fix, doing the work.You know, we are on coaching calls every week. Amanda's always on the coaching calls. There are lots available, Amanda's always on all of them, and does the work, implements, makes the refinements, and really commits to the journey. And that's really what it takes.So I love doing this interview. You definitely gonna get a lot of value from this head over to martialartsmedia.com/137 if you'd like to download the podcast transcript and the resources mentioned in this episode. And that's it. Let's jump in. Amanda and Wayne, welcome to the Martial Arts Media Business Podcast.WAYNE: Hello.AMANDA: Thanks for having us, George.GEORGE: Cool. So I wanted to bring you guys on the show, and this is one of my favorite interviews to do because we get to talk a bit about a customer journey working together and the awesome results that you guys have managed to do over the last 12 months, which is really, really exciting and look forward to diving a bit more into the details on that. But just before we kick things off, if you don't mind sharing just a bit of an intro, who is Amanda? Who is Wayne, and what do you do in the martial arts space?
Over and above professional wrestling, martial arts, and the Master Motivation podcast, Jason shares how giving back to the community powers his martial arts school and 2 other businesses. IN THIS EPISODE:How community networking and fundraisers help promote martial arts schoolsA traditional marketing strategy that worksWhy promotions should focus on the benefits of martial arts trainingWhat helps improve student retention during the summerWhy giving back to the community matters to martial arts schoolsAnd more *Need help growing your martial arts school? Start Here.TRANSCRIPTGEORGE: Hey, it's George Fourie. Welcome to the Martial Arts Media Business Podcast. Today, we're back with another epic interview with a phenomenal martial arts school owner, Jason Flame from Moorpark Karate and Krav Maga.So, this episode, the value per minute was super high. We spoke about community engagement, how to infiltrate your community organically and be involved, and we also spoke about him running three separate businesses. He likes to call it the trifecta and how the 3 businesses actually operate and help boost his martial arts school.Jason is also a professional wrestler, so he spoke about wrestling, and what I really got a lot of value from is his student retention strategies that's really, really helpful, especially through your long summer months or when students want to take a break and how they boost their attendance through that.So, all the show notes and the transcript of the show, you can download at martialartsmedia.com/136. The number is 136. You're probably going to want to do that for this episode because as I said, the value per minute is really high. So do that, and by all means, if you love this episode and get some good value from it, please share this with another martial arts instructor or another martial arts school owner, and help us grow the show and get it out to more people.All right. Hope you enjoy the show. Let's jump in! Jason Flame, welcome to the Martial Arts Media Business Podcast.
IN THIS EPISODE:A look at what's included in the 170-page Partners Intensive workbookWhat's wrong with most martial arts business eventsA walkthrough of Ross Cameron's world-class martial arts facilityNailing your socials with vertical videosGoogle's bigger comebackCreating martial arts curriculum using the Curriculum Creator Getting young instructors to run high-level classesHow to Run a 6 Figure Open Day And more*Need help growing your martial arts school? Learn More Here.TRANSCRIPTIONHey, it's George Fourie. Welcome to the Martial Arts Media™ Business Podcast. So today I'm going to give you a full review of our most recent martial arts business event, our Partners Intensive, which was a private martial arts business event for our private clients, and our Partners members, and it was held in Brisbane, on July 2022. So I'm going to give you a full review of just what we covered, what we did, and what made the event cool, different, and exciting. And stick around, I will also share with you how to access the recordings of the event and how you can potentially be invited to the next one, or on martialartsmedia.com/134. But let's jump into the details.All right. So our Partners Intensive, that was it. If you're watching this, I'm holding up a big, thick workbook, 170 pages of strategies, notes, models, and things that we worked through from front to back. Why so many pages? Well, you didn't ask that, but I think I'm just going to tell you, because you think, "170 pages. That sounds like hard work." Well, it actually means less work, right? It means that we did the hard work upfront. And in the sessions, our members were able to take notes. The strategies were already done for them. And it was a great way to just really refine things and keep track and walk away with a clear plan.So let me start with that. Events. Now, I don't know what type of events you've been to. There are great events, and there are not-so-great events. And then there are events that you think are great events and you feel like it was a great event because it was, but when you look at the content, you kind of walk away with a scatterbrain. You walk away with all these ideas. And you're on this dopamine high, so you feel really good about attending this event. And you've come back with ideas and you think, "Oh, wow, I've got all these things that I've got to do."And so you're on this mental high because of the event. But now you get home and now you got to make a plan. Now you got to put this all together. Now you got to make it practical for yourself. And that's hard to do if you don't have a structured strategy and an outline for you to be able to take everything and implement it fast, because, let's face it, information without implementation means squat. So you might feel good about the event and you might have gotten a lot of ideas, but if you weren't able to capture it and capture the strategy of how to implement it, it sort of becomes like that whole long to-do list of stuff that just never gets done. And so it doesn't take long, and you look at it, and it probably causes more overwhelm than actual results because you just can't get to the things that were mentioned.So I'd like to say we go about it a little bit differently. Now, our events are for our private clients. So these are paid for events by us, our members who pay to be in our program, and so we run the events for free for them. We structure it over three days, and we make sure that our members can walk away, get the strategies, but also get the...
Brian Debes is a martial arts professional and anti-bullying advocate. He is the founder and owner of 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Beaumont, a martial arts school developed by renowned instructor Eddie Bravo, where he coaches children and adults to overcome obstacles like shyness, anxiety, and bullying. Through the philosophies and practices found in Jiu-Jitsu, Debes instills confidence and self-esteem, preparing students with the know-how and strategies to defend themselves mentally, emotionally, and physically. After enduring relentless childhood bullying for his small stature and physical disability, which limits his motor skills, Brian pushed through the restrictive beliefs of others, including his family, who adamantly discouraged physical activity for fear of injury or failure, and pursued his childhood dream — Jiu-Jitsu. Never sharing his disability with peers to avoid labels and preferable treatment, Brian trained hard and flourished, mentally and physically. His success fueled him to build his own business, and today he uses his experience to show others that anything is possible, despite the opinions and confinements of others.Through martial arts and his teaching of healthy habits, Brian has helped improve the lives of thousands of students. As a competitor in 2013, Brian was listed as 10th Planet's competitor of the year and was rated the No. 1 adult grappler in North America by Ranked/NAGA. In addition, he has worked with several A-list celebrities and UFC fighters.Discover Morehttps://www.10thplanetbeaumontjiujitsumma.com/https://www.facebook.com/brian.debes.5The Podcast video is athttps://youtu.be/5V1wcrXPvsoSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/The_Josh_Bolton_Show)
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #56: Gus and Allie discuss "Using Social Media To Grow Your Martial Art School, Storytelling & New Platforms."
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #55: Gus and Allie discuss "How To Get Your Money Right, Business, & Personal Finance."
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #51: Gus and Allie discuss "Top 10 Mistakes To Avoid As A Martial Arts Business Owner To Experience Amazing Growth."
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #47: Gus and Allie discuss "How To Become A Great Leader, Leading Your Team & Students To Success."
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #46: Gus and Allie discuss "Dealing With The Ups & Downs of The Martial Arts Business and Overcoming Adversity."
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #45: Gus and Allie discuss "Set Up and Create Profitable Marketing Campaigns for the First Quarter of 2022."
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #44: Gus and Allie discuss "Having An Attitude of Gratitude, Becoming Happier, & Attracting More Success Effortlessly."
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #43: Gus and Allie discuss "How To Get Your Mindset Right, Think Bigger, & Attract More Martial Art Students In 2022"
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #42: Gus and Allie discuss "How To Crush It In 2022, Enroll More Students, Increase Retention, & Hit All of Your Financial Goals!"
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #41: Gus and Allie discuss "Dealing With Negativity, Negative People, & Overcoming Adversity
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #38: Gus and Allie discuss "How To Master Operations, Build Systems, & Create A Scalable Martial Arts Business!"
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #37: Gus and Allie discuss "How To Structure Your Sales Process, Make An Irresistible Offer, & Close More Students!"
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #34: Gus and Allie discuss "Mastering Public Speaking & Becoming A Charismatic Martial Arts Leader "
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #33: Allie discusses "Top 5 Pillars of Social Media Marketing"
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #32: Gus and Allie discuss "10 Steps To Crushing Q4 & Ending The Year Strong! "
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #29: Gus and Allie discuss "How To Become A 6-7 Figure Martial Artist Without Sacrificing Your Integrity."
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #28: Gus and Allie discuss "How To Increase Your Student Closing Ratio, Up-Sells, & Maximize Your Student Life Time Value."
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #27: Gus and Allie discuss "Creating Profitable Drip Marketing And Automation Campaigns That Save Time & Enroll More Students."
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #26: Gus and Allie discuss "How To Modernize The Way Your Run Your Martial Arts Business Without Selling Out."
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #25: Gus and Allie discuss "How To Consistently Enroll New Students With Facebook Ads & Dominate Your Competition."
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #23: In this week's episode, Gus and Allie discuss "How To Increase Retention, Keep Students Motivated, & Have Stellar Customer Service.
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #21: Gus and Allie will be interviewing Brendan Rice the CMO - Chief Marketing officer of Wodify. A Software management company for Gyms, fitness centers, and martial art school owners around the world. Learn about the company and its take on the industry and how they help schools make great strides to grow their companies.
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #19: Gus and Allie go in-depth on how to host Hollywood-style events, retaining more students, & selling more retail in your martial arts school.
Martial Arts Marketing For School Owner Podcast Ep #18: Gus and Allie interview Gil Katz. He is a successful Canadian martial arts school owner, entrepreneur, and consultant.
Join us for a recording of a LIVE Q&A Session with Martial Arts Business Experts; Ron Sell, Roland Osborne, Jonathan Frank, and Adam Kifer. This we recorded at the Relentless Membership Summit and covers topics like: new marketing strategies, curriculum planning, getting more teenage and adult students, and more!