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Conversations on KarateEpisode 89 - A conversation with Cheyne McMahonIn this episode we’re joined by Cheyne McMahon of the Australian Karate Academy. We chat about his Karate history, kata, modern sport karate, his custom karate gis and much more!https://www.aka.com.auSocials and Merchhttps://www.instagram.com/glynham1990https://www.instagram.com/conversations_on_karatehttps://twitter.com/convokarate?s=21https://www.facebook.com/conversationsonkaratewww.conversationsonkarate.co...2025-06-181h 57
Karate Over Coffee89 - Tang Soo Do with Dan MarinoExploring Karate, Tang Soo Do, and the Evolution of Martial Arts in Korea | Interview with Daniel MarinoWelcome to another episode of Karate Over Coffee, where we dive deep into the world of Karate with insightful conversations and expert guests.In this episode, I sit down with Daniel Marino, a seasoned martial artist and founder of the Naihanchi Project, to explore:☕ The shared roots and differences between Karate and Tang Soo Do☕ How martial arts evolved in Korea post-WWII☕ The influence of Japanese Karate on Tang Soo Do’s d...2024-12-101h 27
Karate Over CoffeeDon’t Trade Your Passion for Glory!Don’t Trade Your Passion for Glory! You can turn a profit in your dojo - full time, part time or hobby dojo, and you don't need to sell out and run birthday parties! Join host Cheyne McMahon as he runs your through 3 Base Principles to Increase Profit in your dojo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-3152 min
Karate Over CoffeeThe Syllabus Deep DiveIn this episode of Karate Over Coffee, I take a deep dive into one of the most important aspects of my dojo — the syllabus. A syllabus should be continually updated and ever changing, and while it may be working now it doesn't mean it will work forever. Grab your coffee and enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-2115 min
Okinawa Karate PodcastAustralian Karate Academy's Cheyne McMahonCheyne McMahon Sensei and I talk karate, Brazilian JiuJitsu, promotions, teaching children and adults, Cheyne's nearly 40 year history and how he stays motivated to continue training, teaching, his thoughts on how karate should evolve.Cheyne also confirms they do not hold birthday parties at his dojo. Find out more about Cheyne and the Australian Karate Academy here:https://aka.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-09-271h 29
Karate Over Coffee86 - Espresso Shot - Karate cannot be in the Olympics86 - Espresso Shot - Karate cannot be in the Olympics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-2909 minKarate Over CoffeeDouble Down on Your KarateDouble down on what you’re good at it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-2209 min
Karate Over Coffee84 - Karate vs BJJ84 - Karate vs BJJAfter around 9 months of training in BJJ, here are my thoughts on the differences in etiquette, rolling compared to sparring, competition, and sports v self-defence. www.karateovercoffee.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-3032 min
Karate Over Coffee83 - Fundamentals are everything!83 - Fundamentals are everything!83 - Fundamentals are everything - it all starts and ends with the fundamentals. After a recent Martial Arts tournament, I realised just how important fundamentals are to take your karate (kata) from good to great! www.karateovercoffee.comPlease subscribe and support the poddy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-1720 min
Karate Over Coffee82 - What I learned in Okinawa82 - What I learned in OkinawaI spent a week training in Okinawa with some fantastic sensei and training partners. Join host Cheyne McMahon as he discusses his recent trip to Okinawa and what was learned! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-04-1840 min
Karate Over Coffee81 - My trip to Okinawa, Japan, and Korea81 - My trip to Okinawa, Japan, and KoreaI am about to board a plane to Okinawa, Japan and then off to Korea to meet up with some friends, train in karate and kobudo, and generally have an awesome time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-03-1224 min
Karate Over Coffee80 - Ryukyu Kobudo with Joe SwiftJoin host Cheyne McMahon and special guest Joe Swift in our latest episode as we dive deep into the world of RyuKyu Kobudo and Karate. Joe brings his vast knowledge and experience, sharing fascinating insights about traditional Okinawan martial arts, their history, and techniques.Whether you're a Kobudo enthusiast or just curious about the discipline, this episode is packed with intriguing discussions and insights. Don't miss out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-121h 55
Karate Over Coffee79 - Why I Started BJJ79 - Why I Started BJJ I had been thinking about starting BJJ for quite a long time, and it took one incident to make me realise I NEED to start training in BJJ!http://www.karateovercoffee.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-0430 min
Broncos UnfilteredBroncos vs Titans review, Dolphins vs Eels, Rabbitohs vs Cowboys, worst trip home, next coach sacked, Origin, Broncos HQ, Hunt's homecoming (maybe!) and mailbag.Welcome to the Broncos Unfiltered Podcast for Tuesday 27 June, round 17.On today’s episode we review Brisbane’s worst performance of the year in a loss to the Titans at Suncorp Stadium.We take a look at some of the other weekend’s games including Dolphins vs Eels, Rabbitohs vs Cowboys, and Roosters vs Raiders.We discuss Worst Trip Home and Next Coach Sacked before Cheyne gets a full chub discussing Origin.And Ben Hunt is going to be a Bronco! Maybe.Okay, Let’s get in...2023-06-261h 47Broncos UnfilteredBroncos vs Warriors review, Broncos HQ, Rabbitohs vs Raiders. Eels vs Cowboys worst trip home, next coach sacked, and ORIGIN!Welcome to the Broncos Unfiltered Podcast for Tuesday 30 May, round 13.On today’s episode we review Brisbane’s trip across the ditch as the boys have a close win over the Warriors in Napier.We have a look at the week at Broncos HQ, and we review the Raiders win over the Rabbitohs, and Todd Payten’s Cowboys put in another dismal performance against the EEls at Commbank Stadium. We take a look at Worst Trip Home and Next Coach Sacked, and Cheyne can hardly contain himself as we edge closer...2023-05-291h 39
Karate Over Coffee78 - The State of Karate in Australia78 - The State of Karate in AustraliaJoin host Cheyne McMahon as he discusses the state of Karate in Australia - a large split in the AKF, a review of Australian Open and Qld State Championships, as well as thoughts on WKF rules and a possible new competition format...www.karateovercoffee.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-2347 minBroncos UnfilteredBroncos vs Panthers review, worst trip home, next coach sacked, and ORIGIN!Welcome to the Broncos Unfiltered Podcast for Tuesday 22 May, round 12.On today’s episode we review Brisbane’s spirited effort at Suncorp as the boys go down to the Panthers 15 points to 4.We discuss the Tigers smashing the Cowboys, and the Dragons get up in a last minute thriller against the Roosters.We take a look at Worst Trip Home and Next Coach Sacked, and Cheyne’s day is made as we finally discuss Origin.Okay, Let’s get into it. Host...2023-05-221h 44Broncos UnfilteredBroncos vs Titans review including Kobe's return from injury, worst trip home, first coach sacked, Cheyne go to a Q Cup match, and mailbag. Welcome to the Broncos Unfiltered Podcast for Monday 17 April, round 7.On today’s episode we review the Broncos win against the Titans down at Cbus stadium including Kobe Hetheringtons return from injury and it means for the Broncos 17 moving forward.We go around the grounds and cover the big stories from the weekend including the Knights and Panthers fighting it out in a golden point thriller. We have a look at first coach sacked, worst trip home, and Cheyne takes in some Q Cup action.Then we finish it all of...2023-04-161h 48Broncos UnfilteredBroncos vs Raiders review, the week that was at Broncos HQ including big re-signing news, worst trip home, next coach sacked, Cheyne puts Paul Kent on blast, and mailbag.Welcome to the Broncos Unfiltered Podcast for Monday 10 April, round 6On today’s episode we review the Broncos first loss against the Raiders at Suncorp StadiumWe have a look at the week that was at Broncos HQ including a few bug resigningsWe go around the grounds and cover the big stories from the weekend including the Panthers getting their mojo back and the Phins and well truly up at the Dolphins. We have a look at next coach sacked, worst trip home, and Cheyne puts Paul Kent on bl...2023-04-091h 45Broncos UnfilteredBroncos vs Tigers review, the week that was at Broncos HQ including two new signings for the Broncos NRLW team, worst trip home, next coach sacked, a special beer review by Cheyne, and mailbag.Welcome to the Broncos Unfiltered Podcast for Monday 3 April, round 5On today’s episode we review the Broncos big win against the Tigers at Suncorp StadiumWe have a look at the week that was at Broncos HQ including two new signings for the Broncos NRLW teamWe go around the grounds and cover the big stories from the weekend including the Warriors big start to the year, next coach sacked, and worst trip home. And Cheyne plugs an iconic Brisbane beer. And we finish off the ep...2023-04-021h 20
Broncos UnfilteredBroncos vs Penrith review, HIA and the independent doctor, early contender for best shit haircut of the year, David Fifita being lured back to the Broncos, and mailbag.On today’s episode the boys review the Broncos gutsy win against the reigning premiers in Penrith.Ricky Stuart tees off about HIAs and the independent doctor.There is an early contender for the Best Shit Haircut of season 2023.Cheyne and Chris lose their minds about David Fifita potentially coming back to the Broncos.And we finish it off with some mailbag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-0559 min
Karate Over Coffee77 - Too Much Kata77 - Too Much KataToo Much Karate and Not Enough Karate TrainingJoin host Cheyne McMahon as he discusses his recent thought about the amount of kata found in his syllabus, and which kata to keep! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-2421 minBroncos UnfilteredBroncos v Cowboys Review, Reyno & Walsh Out & Best Broncos 8 - 17 of All TimeBroncos UnfltrdEpisode 4 - Broncos v Cowboys Pre-Season Review, Reyno & Walsh Out with injures, the captain debate, & Cheyne and Chris choose their Best Broncos 8 - 17 of All Time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-191h 02Broncos UnfilteredIntro, 2022 Season Review, Top 17 Squads, and Preview Trial GamesJoin hosts Cheyne and Chris as the Introduce themselves and the show, give a review of 2022 Season and where it went wrong, name their Top 17 Squads, and Preview Trial Games Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-01-291h 15Karate Over Coffee76 - Changing The Perception of Karate76 - Changing The Perception of KarateLet's Change the Perception that Karate is ONLY for Kids! www.karateovercoffee.com Support Karate Over Coffee by sharing and caring! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-01-2722 min
Karate Over Coffee75 - Interview With Mario McKenna Part 3Episode 75 - Interview With Mario McKenna Part 3A practitioner of Goju Ryu, To’on Ryu, and Ryukyu Kobudo.Join host Cheyne McMahon as he sits down with Mario McKenna to discuss Mario's first karate experiences, how he ended up in Japan, and how he got involved into the very little known Nahate system of To'on Ryu.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube! www.karateovercoffee.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-1320 min
Karate Over Coffee74 - Interview With Mario McKenna Part 274 - Interview With Mario McKenna Part 2A practitioner of Goju Ryu, To’on Ryu, and Ryukyu Kobudo.Join host Cheyne McMahon as he sits down with Mario McKenna to discuss Mario's first karate experiences, how he ended up in Japan, and how he got involved into the very little known Nahate system of To'on Ryu. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-0335 min
Karate Over Coffee73 - The Unofficial Karate Combat Show73 - The Karate Combat ShowNew Podcast and YouTube ShowI have been super busy starting a new Podcast/YouTube Show talking everything Karate Combat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-3107 min
Karate Over Coffee72 - Has Kata Ruined Karate?72 - Has Kata Ruined Karate?What If There Were No Kata?So has Kata ruined karate? Do we put too much emphasis on kata, especially for gradings? Is there too much kata? We know so little about kata, in all seriousness, we don’t know the original intention of kata - those that were created 100+ years ago. So has kata ruined karate? www.karateovercoffee.comwww.karateovercoffeeshop.com #karate #kobudo #okinawa #japan#karateovercoffee #coffee#espresso #espressoshot #ka...2022-09-0926 min
Karate Over Coffee71 - Is It Time To Embrace Tiktok?71 - Is It Time To Embrace Tiktok?The Evolution of Karate is similar to the evolution of social media... I recently attended a three day workshop on martial arts marketing and dojo management, staff training and the evolution of Tiktok and it got me thinking how Tiktok can relate to the evolution of Karate.www.karateovercoffee.comwww.karateovercoffeeshop.com #karate #kobudo #okinawa #japan#karateovercoffee #coffee#espresso #espressoshot #kata #kumite #kihon#nahate #shurite #tomarite#martialarts #sen...2022-08-1913 min
Karate Over Coffee70 - Interview With Mario McKenna Part 170 - Interview With Mario McKenna Part 1A practitioner of Goju Ryu, To’on Ryu, and Ryukyu Kobudo.Join host Cheyne McMahon as he sits down with Mario McKenna in to discuss Mario's first karate experiences, how he ended up in Japan, and how he got involved into the very little known Nahate system of To'on Ryu. Part 2 coming soon! www.karateovercoffee.comwww.karateovercoffeeshop.com #karate #kobudo #okinawa #japan#karateovercoffee #coffee#espresso #espressoshot #kata #kumite #kihon...2022-08-1534 min
Karate Over CoffeeWhy Are We So Attached To Styles?Why Are We So Attached To Styles?Aren't All Styles Made Up? Why Are We So Loyal To The One We Are Training In?When you think about it people often start karate at the closest dojo to their house, so why are we so bloody loyal?www.karateovercoffee.comwww.karateovercoffeeshop.com #karate #kobudo #okinawa #japan#karateovercoffee #coffee#espresso #espressoshot #kata #kumite #kihon#nahate #shurite #tomarite#martialarts #sensei #dojo2022-07-1912 min
Karate Over Coffee68 - Q&A: Tips on Running a Dojo68 - Q&A: Tips on Running a DojoOur first Question and Answer segment - Tips on Running a Karate DojoWe had a question come through from the last episodes with Cezar Borkowski - Hi team - I listened to your latest podcast with Cezar, can you give me some tips on running my martial arts studio. Listen in to hear Cheyne's top 3 tips on Running a Karate Dojo!www.karateovercoffee.comwww.karateovercoffeeshop.com #karate #kobudo #okinawa #ja...2022-07-1117 min
Karate Over Coffee67 - Cezar Borkowski: Creating a Legacy Pt 367 - Cezar Borkowski: Creating a Legacy Pt 3Building a Legacy in Toronto with 14 Full-Time Traditional Karate DojoI am joined by Cezar Borkowski for Part Three of a three part series discussing how Cezar grew from having one dojo to 14 Full-Time Traditional Karate & Kobudo Dojo in just the one city - Toronto!www.karateovercoffee.comwww.karateovercoffeeshop.com#karate #kobudo #okinawa #japan#karateovercoffee #coffee#espresso #espressoshot#kata #kumite #kihon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2022-07-0131 min
Karate Over Coffee66 - Cezar Borkowski: Creating a Legacy pt 266 - Cezar Borkowski: Creating a Legacy pt 2Building a Legacy in Toronto with 14 Full-Time Traditional Karate DojoI am joined by Cezar Borkowski for Part Two of a three part series discussing how Cezar grew from having one dojo to 14 Full-Time Traditional Karate & Kobudo Dojo in just the one city - Toronto!www.karateovercoffee.comwww.karateovercoffeeshop.com#karate #kobudo #okinawa #japan#karateovercoffee #coffee#espresso #espressoshot#kata #kumite #kihon#nahate #shurite #tomarite#martialarts #sensei #dojo2022-06-2419 min
Karate Over Coffee65 - Cezar Borkowski: Creating a Legacy pt 165 - Cezar Borkowski: Creating a Legacy pt 1Building a Legacy in Toronto with 14 Full-Time Traditional Karate Dojo I am joined by Cezar Borkowski for Part One of a three part series discussing how Cezar grew from having one dojo to 14 Full-Time Traditional Karate & Kobudo Dojo in just the one city - Toronto! www.karateovercoffee.comwww.karateovercoffeeshop.com #karate #kobudo #okinawa #japan#karateovercoffee #coffee#espresso #espressoshot #kata #kumite #kihon#nahate #shurite #tomarite#martialarts #sensei #dojo2022-06-1830 min
Karate Over Coffee64 - ESPRESSO SHOT: The Osu Culture64 - ESPRESSO SHOT: The Osu CultureHas The Osu Culture Negatively Influenced Karate?Has the Osu Culture - the automatic response to a command - influenced karate so much that we have stopped thinking for ourselves?Join host Cheyne McMahon as he discusses the Osu Culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-1409 min
Karate Over Coffee63 - Can Sports Karate & Traditional Karate Coexist63 - Can Sports Karate & Traditional Karate CoexistCan You Train in Competition Style Karate AND Still Practice Traditional Karate?Join host Cheyne McMahon as he discusses the positives and negatives of competition Karate and if they can coexist! www.karateovercoffee.comwww.karateovercoffeeshop.com #karate #kobudo #okinawa #japan#karateovercoffee #coffee#espresso #espressoshot #kata #kumite #kihon#nahate #shurite #tomarite#martialarts #sensei #dojo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...2022-06-0233 min
Karate Over Coffee62 - Motivation For Self Training62 - Motivation For Self TrainingESPRESSO SHOT - You Need To Find Your Own Motivation For Self-TrainingJoin host Cheyne McMahon as he discusses how to find your own motivation for self training. www.karateovercoffee.comwww.karateovercoffeeshop.com#karate #kobudo #okinawa #japan#karateovercoffee #coffee#kata #kumite #kihon#nahate #shurite #tomarite#martialarts #sensei #dojo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-2614 min
Karate Over Coffee61 - Getting Good at Karate61 - Getting Good at KarateHow Long Does it Take to Become Good at Karate?In class the other day we discussed how long does it take to become good? In this episode I explore why the average person joins a karate dojo, how long they train, comparing BJJ BB's to Karate BB's, and discuss teaching...enjoy!www.karateovercoffee.comwww.karateovercoffeeshop.com#karate #kobudo #okinawa #japan#karateovercoffee #coffee#kata #kumite #kihon#nahate #shurite #tomarite#martialarts #sensei...2022-05-1925 min
Karate Over Coffee60 - The Four Elements in Kata60 - The Four Elements Found in Kata Deciphering Kata Movements, Techniques, Principles, and Concepts. Last night a student asked me a question about a technique in a kata and what it means - it started a rant that lasted quite a bit of the lesson so I thought I owuld share it here.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-1226 minKarate Over Coffee59 - 2022 IntroKARATE OVER COFFEE With Cheyne McMahonSeason 2 - Episode 1#59 - 2022 Intro - Welcome back to Karate Over Coffee - Just a little intro into what happened at the end of 2021 and what is to be expected for Season 2 of Karate Over Coffee.You can support us by purchasing our Merch here - www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-04-2912 min
Karate Over Coffee58 - TV Shows, Bunkai, Podcasts and More!58 - TV Shows, Bunkai, Podcasts and More!The Last Episode The Year - done and dusted!Join host Cheyne McMahon as he discusses everything from his favourite TV Shows, why Bunkai is a modern invention, to the different Karate podcasts. You can support us by purchasing SWAG from KarateOverCoffeeShop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-1927 min
Karate Over Coffee57 - Karate is Awesome with Andreas Quast Part 357 - Karate is Awesome with Andreas Quast Part 3No More Negativity - Karate is Awesome!Join host Cheyne McMahon as he sits down with Andreas Quast and discusses how Karate became so negative, but more importantly they discuss all the awesome aspects of Karate! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-1529 min
Karate Over Coffee56 - ESPRESSO SHOT - Why I like Shuto-Uke56 - ESPRESSO SHOT - Why I like Shuto-UkeDid Shuto-Uke destroy Karate? Join host Cheyne McMahon as he discuss the use of Shuto-Uke, it's short history, and why he still uses and practises it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-0810 min
Karate Over Coffee55 - Karate is Awesome with Andreas Quast Part 255 - Karate is Awesome with Andreas Quast Part 2No More Negativity - Karate is Awesome!Join host Cheyne McMahon as he sits down with Andreas Quast and discusses how Karate became so negative, but more importantly they discuss all the awesome aspects of Karate! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-0533 min
Karate Over Coffee54 - ESPRESSO SHOT - New Dojo Thoughts54 - ESPRESSO SHOT - New Dojo ThoughtsWe Are Opening a New Dojo, Just Some Random Thoughts....Join host Cheyne McMahon as he discusses what is required to open a new dojo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-0211 min
Karate Over Coffee53 - Karate Is Awesome With Andreas Quast - Part One53 - Karate Is Awesome With Andreas Quast - Part OneNo More Negativity - Karate is Awesome!Join host Cheyne McMahon as he sits down with Andreas Quast and discusses how Karate became so negative, but more importantly they discuss all the awesome aspects of Karate! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-2936 min
Karate Over Coffee52 - ESPRESSO SHOT - Kumite Can Be For Everyone52 - ESPRESSO SHOT - Kumite Can Be For EveryoneThe Kumite You Practice Is Dictated By the Rules...Join host Cheyne McMahon as he talks about the different rules of Kumite dictate how you fight, and there is no perfect kumite event!Help support Karate Over Coffee here: www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-2609 min
Karate Over Coffee51 - The 10 Annotations by Anko Itosu51 - The 10 Annotations by Anko Itosu Testimony of Itosu: The 10 Annotations By Kazuya Mitani and Bob McMahonPreface:The Testimony of Itosu is an important Karate classic.We have chosen this name to distinguish our translation from the many other fine works that abound. Mitani Sensei is an expert in Linguistics and was keen to present his point of view. Although the key points are outlined in short sentences, the details are highly significant. It is invaluable to the students who wish to study the o...2021-10-2231 min
Karate Over Coffee50 - ESPRESSO SHOT - Relationships in Karate50 - ESPRESSO SHOT - Relationships in KarateAll Of My Friends Are In Karate!Join host Cheyne McMahon as he discusses WHY he doesn't have any friends outside of Karate! Would love some support - check us out www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-1806 minKarate Over Coffee49 - Simon Flanagan - The Coffee Sensei49 - Simon Flanagan - The Coffee SenseiHow Does Karate And Coffee Have So Many Similarities? Join host Cheyne McMahon as he talks to his Coffee shop neighbour Simon about all things coffee!Don't forget to keep supporting the podcast here: www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-1527 min
Karate Over Coffee48 - Are You Practicing Karate If You Aren't Practicing Kata?48 - Are You Practicing Karate If You Aren't Practicing Kata?Can You Call Karate Karate If It doesn't Have Kata?Join host Cheyne McMahon as he discusses another controversial topic regarding, boom boom, Kata!Support us! Check out www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-1305 min
Karate Over Coffee47 - There Is No Bunkai In Pinan Kata?47 - There Is No Bunkai In Pinan Kata?I Don’t Believe There Was Any Intention Of Bunkai In Pinan Kata. Last week I posted my thoughts on the Pinan kata and it received a little heat, so I thought I would flesh it out a little bit more here. Would love to hear your comments both negative and positive! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-1109 min
Karate Over Coffee46 - Interview with Ray Morcomb46 - Interview with Ray MorcombHow Ray Morcomb became the first Para-Karate World ChampionJoin host Cheyne McMahon as he sits down with Ray to discuss being visually impaired, his Karate journey, and the political hurdles he overcame to become the first Para-Karate World Champion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-081h 16Karate Over Coffee45 - ESPRESSO SHOT - To Sensei or Not to Sensei...ESPRESSO SHOT - To Sensei or Not to SenseiShould we call someone Sensei who isn't your direct Sensei?Join host Cheyne McMahon as he discusses a situation where he has to choose between calling someone Sensei or Mate....You can help support the dojo with some merchandise here: www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-0604 min
Karate Over Coffee44 - ESPRESSO SHOT - Where was I?ESPRESSO SHOT - Where was I?Where Was The Podcast Last Week!C'mon Cheyne, we pay GOOD money to listen to your podcast, WHERE WERE YOU?!?!?!Don't forget to help support the podcast - buy some stuff :) www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-0509 minKarate Over Coffee43 - Interview with Michael Hagen Part Two43 - Interview with Michael Hagen Part TwoHow an Elite WKF Kata coach wins using Shorin-Ryu Kata principles...STAY UNTIL THE END - THINGS HEAT UP!Part Two in an interview with Michael Hagen - a former WKF Kata Champion who coaches Elite Level Athletes using principles, concepts, and movements from Shima-Ha Shorin-Ryu....Support us by buying a Karate Over Coffee Shirt! - www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-2448 min
Karate Over Coffee42 - ESPRESSO SHOT - The Lack of Kuden42 - ESPRESSO SHOT - The Lack of KudenThe lack of Kuden is Why Japanese Kata is full of ErrorsJoin host Cheyne McMahon has he follows up on a discussion around the lack of Kuden (oral transmission) and how it has affected bunkai! BUY our stuff :) www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-2107 min
Karate Over Coffee41 - Interview with Michael Hagen Part One41 - Interview with Michael Hagen Part OneHow an Elite WKF Kata coach wins using Shorin-Ryu Kata principles...Part One in an interview with Michael Hagen - a former WKF Kata Champion who coaches Elite Level Athletes using principles, concepts, and movements from Shima-Ha Shorin-Ryu....Support us by buying a Karate Over Coffee Shirt! - www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-1734 min
Karate Over Coffee40 - ESPRESSO SHOT - When it's Time to Call it Quits!40 - ESPRESSO SHOT - When it's Time to Call it Quits!When to know when enough is enough...There comes a time when you have to look yourself in the eye and ask if it is all worth it? Join host Cheyne McMahon as he reveals what made him decide to quit!If you would like to support Karate Over Coffee, then make sure you give us a REVIEW or SUBSCRIBE :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-1311 min
Karate Over Coffee39 - My Discussions with Mitani Sensei39 - My Discussions with Mitani Sensei (by Bob McMahon)My Discussions with Mitani Sensei...one of the last teachers of original karate! Mitani Kazuya Sensei, 7th Dan in Original Traditional Karate, is a student of the late last Master of the original Karate, Kinjo Hiroshi, 9th Dan, Hanshi. Kazuya Sensei is attempting to alert karateka from around the world to the possibility that original karate may soon be lost to us all! He feels it is his duty to speak out about the original karate before it disappears from the worl...2021-09-1035 min
Karate Over Coffee38- ESPRESSO SHOT - The Karate Kid - Part Two38- ESPRESSO SHOT - The Karate Kid - Part TwoIt Has to be in a Parallel Universe... Seriously, the Karate is so awful that the story MUST be in a Parallel Universe where Karateka are celebrities!Don't forget to get your KARATE OVER COFFEE merch here - www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-0608 min
Karate Over Coffee37 - Post Olympic Wrap Up with Tsuenari Yahiro - Part 337 - Post Olympic Wrap Up with Tsuenari Yahiro - Part 3How We Have Fixed the WKF Rules...Join host Cheyne McMahon as he sits down for the last part of a chat with Tsuneari Yahiro, Australia's Karate Olympian, as they discuss issues within the WKF, combat sports, sponsorship, and how he prepared mentally for the Olympics.Don't forget to support us by purchasing a shirt, hoodie, or a mug! - www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-0319 min
Karate Over Coffee36 - ESPRESSO SHOT - The Karate Kid - Part One36 - ESPRESSO SHOT - The Karate Kids Part OneWhy I HATED Daniel-SanIt took me 30 years to understand Karate Kid, and I hated a lot of it.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-3108 min
Karate Over Coffee#35 Post Olympic Wrap Up with Tsuneari Yahiro Part 235 Post Olympic Wrap Up with Tsuneari Yahiro Part 2No Funding? No Worries...Join host Cheyne McMahon as he chats to Tsuneari Yahiro about his Olympics experience - what the athletes were like, and some of the issues surrounding the point scoring... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-2717 min
Karate Over Coffee#34 - ESPRESSO SHOT - How To Practise Kata#34 - ESPRESSO SHOT - How To Practise KataHow To Get The Most Benefits Out Of Kata PractiseJoin Host Cheyne McMahon as he talks about his idea on Why we practise and How to practise kata... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-2615 min
Karate Over Coffee33 - ESPRESSO SHOT - What Are You Doing Differently?33 - ESPRESSO SHOT - What Are You Doing Differently?What Are You Doing To Make Your Karate Better?Is your Karate evolving or are you stuck teaching the same Karate over and over and over again? Help support Karate Over Coffee here - www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-2405 min
Karate Over Coffee32 - ESPRESSO SHOT - What Style Are You?ESPRESSO SHOT - What Style Are You?Everyone Always Wants to Know - What Style Are You?What is a Style anyway? Is it a System? A School? An Idea? An experience?Join Host Cheyne McMahon as he talks about his particular "style" of Karate and what makes a style a Style... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-2310 min
Karate Over Coffee31 - Post Olympic Wrap Up with Tsuneari Yahiro - Part 131 - Post Olympic Wrap Up with Tsuneari Yahiro - Part 1Going that extra bit is the difference...Join host Cheyne McMahon as he chats to Tsuneari Yahiro about his Olympics experience and what is required to become an elite Karate athlete.. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-2020 min
Karate Over Coffee30 - ESPRESSO SHOT - Karate First, Business Second30 - ESPRESSO SHOT - Karate First, Business SecondWhat it Takes to become a Professional Full-Time Dojo OwnerJoin host Cheyne McMahon as he discusses what it's like to own and operate a Full-Time Karate dojo AND a Podcast! (the photo was just too good not to post)You can support us here: www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-1815 min
Karate Over Coffee29 - ESPRESSO SHOT - Karate in Korea Part 3#29 ESPRESSO SHOT - Karate in Korea Part 3Another look at my Karate journey in Korea - How I found my Dojang!I went to a dew different Dojang before I settled on the one around the corner... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-1611 min
Karate Over Coffee#27 The Purpose of Kata Training#27 The Purpose of Kata TrainingKata can be Many Things for Many People - But I Practice for ONE Reason...Join host Cheyne McMahon as he discusses the reason for Kata Training, his thoughts on kata applications, why he has ditched the bunkai revolution, and many many more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-1326 min
Karate Over Coffee#28 ESPRESSO SHOT - Olympic Kata#28 ESPRESSO SHOT - Olympic KataOlympic Kata - Why it's not their fault...Join host Cheyne McMahon as he shares his thoughts on the good, the bad, and the downright ugly of the Olympic Kata... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-1210 min
Karate Over Coffee#26 ESPRESSO SHOT - Karate in Korea Part 2#26 ESPRESSO SHOT - Karate in Korea Part 2Another look at my Karate journey in Korea - this time I talk about how Korea is obsessed with demonstrations! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-0909 min
Karate Over Coffee#25 Discussion with Josh Simmers Part 2#25 Discussion with Josh Simmers Part TwoJoin host Cheyne McMahon as he sits down with Josh Simmers, host of Okinawa Karate Podcast, as they discuss their ultimate podcast guest, drunken pressure point fighting, and how a professional podcaster deals with the paparazzi...You can check out the Okinawa Karate Podcast here: https://okinawakaratepodcast.com/If you would like support Karate Over Coffee, then please visit our Online Shop - www.karateovercoffeeshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-0632 min
Karate Over Coffee#24 ESPRESSO SHOT - The Positives of Olympic Kumite#24 ESPRESSO SHOT - The Positives of Olympic KumiteHow Olympic Kumite can Assist Real-World FightingJUST IN TIME FOR THE OLYMPICSHost Cheyne McMahon talks about the positive attributes of Olympic Kumite (WKF styled) loo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-0405 min
Karate Over Coffee#23 ESPRESSO SHOT - Be More Professional#23 - ESPRESSO SHOT - Be More Professional Be More Professional - How to Differentiate Yourself from the Local Karate ClubJoin Cheyne McMahon as he talks about how he tries to be more professional in approaching the karate club, instructors, members, and students! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-0305 min
Karate Over Coffee#22 Discussion with Josh Simmers Part OneKARATE OVER COFFEE# 22 - Discussion with Josh Simmers Part OneGet comfortable as Cheyne McMahon sits down with Josh Simmers, host of Okinawa Karate Podcast, as they discuss what is required running a Karate podcast!You can check out the Okinawa Karate Podcast here: https://okinawakaratepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-07-3029 min
Karate Over Coffee#21 - ESPRESSO SHOT - Taekwondo at the OlympicsESPRESSO SHOT - Taekwondo at the OlympicsJoin Cheyne McMahon for the first first Espresso Shot - a Short but Strong Brew! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-07-2804 min
Karate Over Coffee#20 - ESPRESSO SHOT - Karate in Korea Part 1#20 - ESPRESSO SHOT - Karate in Korea Part 1How I Won an Open Competition in South Korea!(please excuse the audio - it was done on my iphone while driving)I lived in South Korea from 2004 - 2006 and along the way I competed in tournaments, opened my own Dojo, taught the National team, and almost stumbled into North Korea in my Karategi! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-07-1309 min
Karate Over Coffee#19 Tsuneari Yahiro - Australia's first Karate Olympian#19 Tsuneari Yahiro - Australia's first Karate OlympianA discussion with Tsuneari Yahiro as he prepares for the 2020 Olympic Games in TokyoCheyne McMahon sits down with Tsuneari Yahiro to discuss what it takes to become an elite Karate athlete and Australia's first Karate Olympian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-07-0229 min
Karate Over Coffee# 18 - Discussion with Thomas FeldmannKARATE OVER COFFEE# 18 - Discussion with Thomas FeldmannAuthor of Anko Itosu - The Man. The Master. The Myth. Biography of a Legend. Join host Cheyne McMahon as he sits down with Thomas Feldmann to discuss his latest book. This is the summary as found on lulu.comAnkō Itosu is one of the most important figures in the development of modern karate, both a martial art and sport which is practiced today by millions of people worldwide. He not only laid the foundation of...2021-06-2536 min
Karate Over Coffee#17 Finding The Right DojoKARATE OVER COFFEE #17 - Finding The Right DojoHow To Identify Which Dojo Works For YouJoin host Cheyne McMahon as he talks about his experiences dealing with part-time and permanent locations, 1 to 10 year plan. and how to identify what Dojo suits you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-06-1830 min
Karate Over Coffee#16 Discussion with Joe Swift - Part ThreeThis is for the serious Karate-Ka!Discussion Three with Joe Swift Settle in and get comfortable as I talk to Joe Swift in PART THREE of a discussion on the Chinese Martial Arts influence onto Okinawan Karate, the word 'Karate', and much more! Joe Swift is an author, translator, historian, and karate teacher who has dedicated a huge chunk of his life to understand more about Karate and Kobudo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-06-1139 min
Karate Over Coffee15 - Trimming a Syllabus - What to Keep and What to Throw OutKARATE OVER COFFEE PODCAST - EPISODE 15 Trimming a Syllabus - What to Keep and What to Throw OutThis podcast may be suited better for instructors or potential instructors who are questioning their own syllabus. Cheyne McMahon will break it into 2 sections - one will be dedicated to the types of techniques, drills, kata etc to keep and throw out, the other part will revolve around how to structure a syllabus after Black Belt. Hosted on Acast. See aca...2021-06-0424 min
Karate Over Coffee14 - Tradition vs Evolution - When To Move On...KARATE OVER COFFEE PODCAST - EPISODE 14 Tradition vs Evolution - When To Move On...In this Podcast Cheyne McMahon discusses when to keep tradition and when to embrace evolution. When Do We Keep Tradition and When Do We Embrace Evolution?Karate vs Karate Self-DefenceEvolution of KumiteSaving your hip flexors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-05-2814 min
Karate Over Coffee13 - Why I DELETED The Pinan Kata From My SyllabusEPISODE 13 - Why I DELETED The Pinan Kata From My Syllabus!Join host Cheyne McMahon as he explains why he has taken the Pinan Kata OUT of his Adult Syllabus and why it is better for his dojo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-05-2110 min
Karate Over Coffee#12 Discussion with Joe Swift - Part TwoKARATE OVER COFFEE#12 - Discussion with Joe Swift - Part TwoSettle in and get comfortable as Cheyne McMahon talks to Joe Swift in PART TWO of a discussion on Matsumura's Karate principles, biomechanics and weight distribution, and MUCH MUCH more!Joe Swift is an author, translator, historian, and karate teacher who has dedicated a huge chunk of his life to understand more about Karate and Kobudo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-05-1456 min
Karate Over Coffee#11 Discussion with Joe Swift - Part OneKARATE OVER COFFE #11 - Discussion with Joe Swift - Part OneSettle in and get comfortable as Cheyne McMahon talks to Joe Swift in PART ONE of a discussion on the evolution of karate, Japanese government influence into the development of Karate, the peichin clothing and movement, and MUCH MUCH more! Joe Swift is an author, translator, historian, and karate teacher who has dedicated a huge chunk of his life to understand more about Karate and Kobudo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-05-0856 minKarate Over Coffee#10 Life After Shodan - Part TwoKARATE OVER COFFEE PODCAST - EPISODE 10"Life After Shodan Part Two"This podcast will focus on what Life After Shodan is like, and what we can do to keep students for the long haul. - The difference between Shodan and Junior Shodan- How Westerners look at Shodan compared to Japan/Okinawa.- How to structure a syllabus to ensure retention of Black Belt Students- Available Roles in and out of the dojo Hosted on Acast. See...2021-04-3027 minKarate Over Coffee#9 Life After Shodan - Part OneKARATE OVER COFFEE PODCAST - EPISODE 9 "Life After Shodan" This podcast will focus on what Life After Shodan is like, and what we can do to keep students AFTER shodan. - The difference between Shodan and Junior Shodan - How Westerners look at Shodan compared to Japan/Okinawa. - How to structure a syllabus to ensure retention of Black Belt Students- Available Roles in and out of the dojo Hosted on Acast. See acast...2021-04-2314 min
Karate Over Coffee#8 Stories About Okinawa - Part ThreeJoin hosts Cheyne McMahon and Reece Cummings as they talk about their experiences while training and travelling in Okinawa! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-04-1616 min
Karate Over Coffee#7 Stories About Okinawa - Part TwoJoin hosts Cheyne McMahon and Reece Cummings as they talk about their experiences while training and travelling in Okinawa! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-04-0912 min
Karate Over Coffee#6 Stories About Okinawa - Part One#6 - Stories About Okinawa - Part OneJoin hosts Cheyne McMahon and Reece Cummings as they talk about their experiences while training and travelling in Okinawa! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-04-0210 min
Karate Over Coffee#5 Chat with James Pankiewicz - Part TwoPart Two of Two with Okinawa's Most Famous ForeignerJoin hosts Cheyne McMahon and Recce Cummings as they sit down and chat to James Pankiewicz covering topics:Life in OkinawaBujin TV100 Kata and Kobudo DayInfluence of Karate TourismThe future of the Dojo BarAnd much moreFind more information on Bujin TV here - www.bujin.tv or contact James through Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-03-3032 min
Karate Over Coffee#4 Chat with James Pankiewicz - Part OneJoin hosts Cheyne McMahon and Recce Cummings as they sit down and chat to James Pankiewicz covering topics:Life in Okinawa Bujin TV 100 Kata and Kobudo DayInfluence of Karate TourismThe future of the Dojo BarAnd much moreFind more information on Bujin TV here - www.bujin.tv or contact James through Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-03-2619 min
Karate Over Coffee#3 How to Grow and Sustain a Successful Adults Karate ProgramHow to Grow and Sustain a Successful Adults Karate ProgramTips from Cheyne and Reece on Building and Keeping Adult StudentsMotive for trainingFirst we need to identify the main reasons for training to see if we cater The Influence of Karate Kid from the 80s onwards & now Cobra KaiChildhood curiosity/passion - ex members wish they never gave up! Build a separate syllabus The need to differentiate from Kids Karate - Curriculum needs to be based on Self-Defence and Fitness Structuring the class Sepa...2021-03-1830 min
Karate Over Coffee#2 Why You Can't Do it All Yourself and Need a Team!KARATE OVER COFFEE PODCAST - EPISODE 2 "Why You Can't Do it All Yourself and Need a Team" This podcast will focus on how to build the right team of Instructors for your Dojo - Realising when you can't do it all yourself:Burn out and what it looks like - Why it is SUPER important to have a team:Having the ability to not go to work everydayWorking on the business, and not in the business 2021-03-1530 min
Karate Over Coffee#1 Intro to Karate Over CoffeeA little intro into Karate Over Coffee - what to expect and a bit of information about your hosts Cheyne McMahon and Reece Cummings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-03-0401 min