Satori Masters Podcast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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