Teaching Martial Arts by Combat Learning

My guest today is Iain Abernethy, a well-known expert on practical karate training and kata application, and an advocate of traditional martial arts practice.In this episode, Iain presents his own view of kata as a process of 4 inextricable stages:1. Solo Practice2. Functional Application3. Principle-based Partner Practice4. Live Partner Practice or "Kata-based" SparringWhile most other traditional martial artists view kata as a solo exercise that must be translated into practical techniques, Iain sees solo practice, application, and sparring as all one and the same process entailed by the kata system.Iain also explains what "kata-based sparring" is, why he hates one step sparring, and the necessity of bringing modern training methods into traditional martial arts practice.No matter who you are, this episode is simmering over with interesting and helpful discussion. So if you're excited to dive in, hit the subscribe button on your podcatcher now!---Join the Combat Learning Newsletter now: combatlearning.com/newsletter --- Where to find Iain...Instagram: https://instagram.com/iainabernethyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/practicalkatabunkaiFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/iainabernethy/Website: https://iainabernethy.co.uk/ --- Thank you so much for listening!  If you have any feedback, you can email me at josh@combatlearning.com or send me a message on facebook.com/combatlearning.    Now real quick before I go -- can I ask you a huge favor? If you got value from this episode, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcasting platform. So many shows pop up and fizzle out, and we're talking about stuff that almost nobody is talking about, so leaving us a review helps us a ton! Thanks in advance, and I'll see you on the next episode! ---Produced by Micah Peacock This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.combatlearning.com/subscribe

My guest today is Steve Kwan, co-host of the BJJ Mental Models podcast and a Brazilian Jiu-jitsu black belt.In this episode, Steve reveals how the universal principles from the so-called "Lean Startup Methodology" can vastly enhance not only your ability as an instructor but your your ability to do self-directed learning, too.This episode has very unique subject matter and is a blast to think about. So if you're excited to dive in, hit the subscribe button on your podcatcher now!---Join the Combat Learning Newsletter now: combatlearning.com/newsletter --- Where to find Steve...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3JMczv6cufhxjeq2D8ANjQFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bjjmentalmodelsWebsite: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ --- Thank you so much for listening!  If you have any feedback, you can email me at josh@combatlearning.com or send me a message on facebook.com/combatlearning.    Now real quick before I go -- can I ask you a huge favor? If you got value from this episode, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcasting platform. So many shows pop up and fizzle out, and we're talking about stuff that almost nobody is talking about, so leaving us a review helps us a ton! Thanks in advance, and I'll see you on the next episode! ---Produced by Micah Peacock This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.combatlearning.com/subscribe

My guest today is Craig Douglas, an interdisciplinary defensive training instructor operating globally under the ShivWorks brand, specializing in meshing wrestling-based combatives with close quarters shooting.In this episode, Craig unpacks what it means to take an "andragogical" approach to teaching coursework and why its a more effective way to help students learn. He also explains why he believes instructors actually coach their students too much -- a phenomenon born out of traditional pedagogy that is not optimal for an andragogical approach.This episode might just turn your concept of good instruction upside down. So if you're excited to jump in, hit the subscribe button on your podcatcher now!---Join the Combat Learning Newsletter now: combatlearning.com/newsletter --- Where to find Craig...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivworks/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ShivWorks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shivworks_and_alumni/ Website: https://www.shivworks.com/ --- Thank you so much for listening!  If you have any feedback, you can email me at josh@combatlearning.com or send me a message on facebook.com/combatlearning.    Now real quick before I go -- can I ask you a huge favor? If you got value from this episode, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcasting platform. So many shows pop up and fizzle out, and we're talking about stuff that almost nobody is talking about, so leaving us a review helps us a ton! Thanks in advance, and I'll see you on the next episode! ---Produced by Micah Peacock This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.combatlearning.com/subscribe

My guest today is Ben from Redbeard Combatives, a 2nd degree black belt in BJJ in the Carlson Gracie lineage and an experienced trainer for both the U.S. Government and Private Security sectors.In this episode, Ben draws on his 15+ years conducting trainings to reveal the potential weaknesses of what's often called "real world experience" -- and how proper training environments can fill in the gaps there.This episode is challenging to conventional wisdom in the reality-based self-defense and military combatives world...but listen to his points carefully. Now, if you're excited to dive in, hit the subscribe button on your podcatcher now!---Join the Combat Learning Newsletter now: combatlearning.com/newsletter---Where to find Ben...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redbeard_combatives/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi_NR-HV07TFRhpn4hjeRSgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/redbeardcombatives/Website: https://www.redbeardcombatives.com/---Thank you so much for listening!If you have any feedback, you can email me at josh@combatlearning.com or send me a message on facebook.com/combatlearning. Now real quick before I go -- can I ask you a huge favor? If you got value from this episode, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcasting platform. So many shows pop up and fizzle out, and we're talking about stuff that almost nobody is talking about, so leaving us a review helps us a ton! Thanks in advance, and I'll see you on the next episode!---Produced by Micah Peacock This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.combatlearning.com/subscribe

My guest today is Ward Hiney, a self-defense instructor at Endeavor Defense & Fitness and a Krav Maga black belt.In this episode we discuss why combat sports are not bad for self-defense. In fact, we go a step further and argue that combat sports are better for self-defense than standard traditional martial arts and "reality-based" self-defense training, even potentially for weapons defense.This is another toe-stepper, and I know it's a controversial opinion, but hear out Ward's argument. So if you're excited to jump in, hit that subscribe button on your podcatcher now.---Join the CLP Newsletter now: combatlearning.com/newsletter---How to contact Ward Hiney...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ward4SelfProtectionInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hesedmedia/---Thank you so much for listening! If you have any feedback, you can email me at josh@combatlearning.com or send me a message on facebook.com/combatlearning.Now real quick before I go -- can I ask you a huge favor?If you got value from this episode, leave us a review on iTunes, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcasting platform. So many shows pop up and fizzle out, and we're talking about stuff that almost nobody is talking about, so leaving us a review helps us a ton!Thanks in advance, and I'll see you on the next episode!---Produced by Micah Peacock This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.combatlearning.com/subscribe

My guest today is Jestin Icasiano, a Brazilian Jiu-jitsu black belt and instructor under Tony Pacenski.In this episode we explore the power and importance of self-guided learning and discuss the phenomenon of BJJ purple belts going "ronin."This episode will step on some of your toes, but I'm not sorry. If you're excited to jump in, hit subscribe on your podcatcher now!---Join the CLP Newsletter now: combatlearning.com/newsletter---Thank you so much for listening! If you have any feedback, you can email me at josh@combatlearning.com or send me a message on facebook.com/combatlearning.Now real quick before I go -- can I ask you a huge favor?If you got value from this episode, leave us a review on iTunes, Google Podcasts, or your favor favorite podcasting platform. So many shows pop up and fizzle out, and we're talking about stuff that almost nobody is talking about, so leaving us a review helps us a ton!Thanks in advance, and I'll see you on the next episode!---Produced by Micah Peacock This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.combatlearning.com/subscribe

My guest today is Master Thomas Huskey, a 4th degree black belt in taekwondo under the Kukkiwon. He is VP of Operations for the NC TKD Federation and the founder of Cyber Taekwondo.In this episode we talk about State Governing Bodies and how they can help coach and student development in the martial arts, with emphasis on the importance of continuing education for coaches. We also talk about how Olympic taekwondo isn't actually a game of flippy kicks and why you should reassess it.This episode covers a lot of ground and might challenge you in unexpected ways. So if you're excited to dive in, hit the subscribe button on your podcatcher now.---Join the CLP Newsletter now: combatlearning.com/newsletter---How to contact Thomas Huskey...NCTKD Facebook: www.facebook.com/nctkd/Cyber TKD Website: cybertaekwondo.com ---Thank you so much for listening! If you have any feedback, you can email me at josh@combatlearning.com or send me a message on facebook.com/combatlearning.Now real quick before I go -- can I ask you a huge favor?If you got value from this episode, leave us a review on iTunes, Google Podcasts, or your favor favorite podcasting platform. So many shows pop up and fizzle out, and we're talking about stuff that almost nobody is talking about, so leaving us a review helps us a ton!Thanks in advance, and I'll see you on the next episode!---Produced by Micah Peacock This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.combatlearning.com/subscribe

My guest today is Bruce Hoyer,  Head Coach at the Next Edge MMA Academy and an innovator in BJJ practice design.In this episode we talk about his unique "flipped classroom model" approach to running BJJ classes and designing curriculum as well as how coaches can use technology to enhance their training programs.The material in this episode is a lot of fun to think about. So if you're excited to jump in, hit that subscribe button on your favorite podcatcher.---Join the CLP Newsletter now: combatlearning.com/newsletter---How to contact Bruce Hoyer...Website: nextedgeacademy.comYouTube: youtube.com/user/nextedgeacademy---Thank you so much for listening! If you have any feedback, you can email me at josh@combatlearning.com or send me a message on facebook.com/combatlearning.Now real quick before I go -- can I ask you a huge favor?If you got value from this episode, leave us a review on iTunes, Google Podcasts, or your favor favorite podcasting platform. So many shows pop up and fizzle out, and we're talking about stuff that almost nobody is talking about, so leaving us a review helps us a ton!Thanks in advance, and I'll see you on the next episode!---Produced by Micah Peacock This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.combatlearning.com/subscribe

Dr. Rob Gray discusses vision in motor control and the Constraints-led Approach to Motor Learning, sharing insights on optimizing training methods for martial arts. The episode explores the importance of visual cues in sports performance, perception-action coupling in teaching strategies, gaze behavior in combat sports, and effective training methods for realistic fight responses. It also touches on training techniques in martial arts, emergence, coaching practices, and upcoming interviews with authors in the field.