#14: Dave Kovar – A Mindful Approach to Martial Arts and Life

“The key to getting good at anything is mindful training over time.  Make a conscious effort to shift gears, empty your cup of everything in your day, so you can become present and focus on your martial arts training.  Spontaneous right action equals a moment of enlightenment, in the moment at your best, mental clarity, physical energy, and emotional calm.  In flow you will automatically find the best solution to handle situations.” – Dave Kovar 

My guest this episode is Hanshi Dave Kovar who is a multi-style black belt and is known as “The Teacher of Teachers”. He is the founder of Kovar’s Satori Academies and PROMAC, the Professional Martial Arts College.  He is a prolific author and the epitome of professionalism and humility. His formulas for integrity-based success coaching have transformed martial arts training, teaching, and business across the globe. This episode is filled with guidance and wisdom from a true pioneer of the Professional Martial Arts Industry.

This episode is all about personal and professional development through martial arts.  We discuss how to learn, how to teach, and how to develop quality professional instructors that can empower others.  My Key Takeaway is that the Ultimate aim of martial arts training is to strive towards the perfection of character so that you can become the best version of yourself and bring it to your students.  We dive deep into using traditional martial arts for spiritual development and how to battle the ego.  Hanshi shares his insight on how to approach the study of martial arts curriculum and the importance of becoming a well-rounded martial artist.  Above all what I appreciate about Mr. Kovar, is the way he carries himself and lives the martial arts lifestyle on and off the matts.  This was a wonderful episode, with practical advice on how to become more mindful and present in your training and in your life.

Join us at the 2023 ProMAC International Martial Arts Conference in Sacramento, CA, from MAY 18- 20.  It’s an amazing opportunity Accelerate your growth with hands-on Business and Martial Arts Training.  Learn from the experts and enhance your skills with leading Martial Artists, School Owners, and Instructors.  I am so honored to be giving the Opening Keynote and conducting a Physical Martial Arts Session.  For our Black Belt Podcast Listeners Hanshi Kovar is graciously giving you $100 off of each ticket until 4/30, and then $75 off until the event date! The code is BLACKBELTVIP23. Visit www.promacconference.com and click “apply promo code” before ticket selection.  See you there.