The Trail Capital Pharmacy's slogan is "Advice for Life!" Owner and pharmacist, Hank Parsaniya has great life advice for all of his clients and patients. Providing personalized care with knowledge and empathy are the cornerstones to why Hank and his team have built such a successful business in only a few short years. Check out our website at www.u…

Nestled in the rolling countryside of Claremont, Ontario, Dave Chester and Sheila-Marie Richardson own and manage Chalet Studio--a residential studio where artists can stay and work, escaping into nature and inspiring their creativity. Dave and She are the heart and soul of Chalet bringing artists from all over the country and the world to stay and…

Join us as we chat again with the hosts of PKCC! Our wonderful hosts dive into another great conversation while taking more questions from the viewers and bring them on to the show to chat with us. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week as we sit down with Sabastian Velilla. As a student of Budo since 1984, Sensei Velilla is a U.S. Army Veteran who has completed Post-Graduate programs in Japanese Studies at Sophia University in Tokyo and Advanced Public Policy at Old Dominion University in Virginia. For several years he administered International Military Educati…

Join us in this micro episode as we discuss the idea of the practical fighting camp, what people like about it, and what's next for it.

Join us this week as we sit down with Darryn Melerine, a dedicated practitioner and an accomplished martial artist. Sensei Melerine’s journey in martial arts began in 1989 under the tutelage of Sensei Jack E. Garrett, a direct disciple of martial artists Jacques Lagrand and Frank Curtis. Through his studies in Minami Ryu Jujitsu, judo, and weapons …

St Paul's Presbyterian Church in Leaskdale has arguably the most popular and well attended church in the Uxbridge area. Pastor Andrew Allison leads the team with his ministry working to teach the love and grace of Jesus Christ and has transformed the church from a congregation of 40 to 400. Check out our website at www.uxbridgebeat.ca You can also …

Join us this week as we sit down with Paul Dupre, a martial artist with over 61 years of experience spanning multiple disciplines and traditions. Sensei Dupre began his martial arts journey in 1963 at the Downsview Air Force Base in Toronto, training in Judo and Jujitsu under Minoru “Frank” Hatashita and his students. He later continued at the Japa…

Join us this week as we sit down with Scott Campsall and Jennifer Neveu-Campsall. Shihan Campsall holds a 6th Dan in Karate, a 2nd Dan in Aikido, and a 1st Dan in Iaido. He also holds a Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and is an Instructor Trainer with On Guard International Defensive Tactics. Shihan Campsall began his martial arts journey in 199…

In this micro episode, we discuss what a classical mindset is.

Join us in our first episode of 2025 as we sit down with Sensei Mike Wall, a BJJ, MMA, Jiu Jitsu & Kobudo practitioner at Fenix Kampsport (Phoenix Martial Arts center). Sensei Mike Wall trains in Helsingborg, Sweden, and is passionate about seeing other people grow. He has worked as a sports instructor for 20 years and in Martial Arts since 1977. I…

Join us in our final chat of 2024 as we round things out with some questions from the audience. #PKCC #karate #martialarts

Join us this week as we sit down with Conroy Copeland and Frank Clayton. Sensei Copeland began his karate training around the age of 15. He has been taught and trained under renowned martial arts instructors like Sensei Richard Kim, Morio Higaonna, and Professor Wally Jay, gaining valuable knowledge that he now shares with his students, some of who…

Join us in this short episode as we discuss Bruce Lee. The man and the legend.Or was he? How legit was Bruce Lee? Find out in this episode.Check out the Alpha Progress App for Strength Training - get a 20% discount as a PKCC listener!alphaprogression.com/pkcc #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us in this micro episode as we discuss what it is like to get passed in rank, when it happens, and how things come full circle if you keep training in martial arts. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Precious Minds supports children, youth, and adults with developmental challenges in North Durham. The Skills for Life, Adult Day Program provides meaningful, daytime opportunities for adult participants and Lisa Cook, an HR professional, is assisting Precious Minds by helping these same participants find positions in the workforce. We talk to Lisa…

Join us this week as we sit down with Bob Mueller. Speaker, Author, Artist, Entrepreneur, former Professional Martial Arts Teacher and Bikram Yoga Teacher, Shihan Bob Mueller, in his own words, has had a varied and full life of learning and teaching. He is constantly looking for ideas, products and people that will enhance his life and the lives of…

Join us this week as we sit down with Hanshi Michael Calandra. A 10th Dan in Isshin-Ryu Karate, Hanshi Calandra spent 22 years with the NYPD. He retired in 2010 as a Detective in the Intelligence Division. Hanshi Calandra is certified in FBI defensive tactics, and has taught numerous martial arts students and taken law enforcement seminars through …

Join us this week as we sit down with Kelvin Bezerra and Nadisson Rossi. Bezerra Sensei was born in Recife and raised in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. Currently, he is a black belt under Professor Jorge Britto of Toronto BJJ. He has been training since 2012 and has competed in various competitions earning medals in all sorts of divisions. He has partici…

Join us in this topical discussion on Itosu Anko, as we revisit the prolific master of karate with author and researcher, Thomas Feldmann. Thomas is a researcher of martial arts and has written a book on Itosu called, "Ankō Itosu: The Man, the Master, the Myth, Biography of a Legend". Thomas reached out to us after our episode discussing Itosu and …

In this micro topic, we discuss the idea of practical fighting ahead of the weekend seminar at JMAC (which took place October 12th 2024). We discuss sport, classical, and practical fighting, how to train for and approach each, and what it means in terms of the mindset one should have.

Join us in another host chat this week, as we gear up for Capital Conquest and take audience questions on all things martial arts.Don't miss our episodes live on Thursdays 8:30pm Eastern - register below and send your questions in for our guests! 👊 https://www.punchkickchokechat.com/episodes/upcoming…

Hanshi Shihan Scott Evans, founder of Koyama Dojo, has spent nearly three decades pursuing mastery and leadership in Hakko Denshin Ryu Jujutsu (HDRJJ), under the guidance of Soke Michael LaMonica. His martial journey began in 1995 with a self-defense class at the University of Akron, sparking a lifelong commitment to HDRJJ.After relocating to Michi…

James Mann is the owner of Uxbridge Arms, a new firearms and archery store which is here to serve the hunting and target shooting community. James is keen to share his perspective on hunting as a sustainable lifestyle and educate both those familiar and new to hunting and firearms. Check out our website at www.uxbridgebeat.ca You can also find Uxbr…

Join us as we sit down with Professor Delphie Dugal-Tessier, an accomplished martial artist and passionate advocate for women's self-defense. With over 15 years of experience in martial arts, her journey began after retiring from the National Mogul Team in search of a new way to stay fit and active. She discovered Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and quic…

Join us as we chat with Hanshi Neil Prime, who holds multiple ranks including an 8th Dan in Shintani Wado Kai Karate, 8th Dan in the World Traditional Karate Association, and 6th Dans in Shindo Bo / SWKKF as well as in the Superfoot Systems. He is a direct student of Hanshi Masaru Shintani (1927-2000) as well as Grand Master Bill "Superfoot" Wallac…

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Robert Wolfe. Sensei Wolfe, the founder and chief instructor of Itten Dojo, began martial arts training in 1975 while attending Bucknell University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Japanese Studies, and has taught since 1985. Wolfe Sensei has trained in swordsmanship since 1990 and Aikijutsu…

Join us this week with Hanshi Kevin Blok, a martial artist and native of Windsor, ON, an academic, Defensive Tactics Instructor, author and parachutist.He holds multiple ranks including a 9th dan in Aikido from the Martial Arts International Federation (MAIF), and an 8th Dan in Yoshinkai Aikido from the world headquarters in Tokyo Japan. He was ind…

The Animals, Midway, The Demo Derby...oh my! AND there's even MORE to enjoy at this year's Uxbridge Fall Fair! Board Chair, Rob Ashton spends time discussing both the history of the fair and the excitement of new attractions for 2024! Check out our website at www.uxbridgebeat.ca You can also find Uxbridge Beat on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Y…

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Jeff Speakman. Sensei Speakman is an actor and a martial artist in the art of American Kenpo and Japanese Gōjū-ryū. He holds a 10th degree black belt in American Kenpo Karate and a 9th degree black belt in Tenshi Goju Kai. Between 2008 and 2018, he was President of the International Kempo Federation. He …

Join us in this micro topic as we discuss the idea of seasonality in martial arts, including changing up your training during the year, benefits of focused training versus steady attendance, and avoiding mental and physical burnout. #PKCC #martialarts #karate

Join us this week as we sit down with Ron Wattie. Sensei Wattie is a 6th Dan chief instructor, at Merrickville Karate Club. He is known for his self defense techniques, especially using the cane, and is an Area Director for The Canadian Karate Association. The Merrickville Shotokan Karate Club is affiliated with the World Kobudo Federation. It was …

Join us this week as we sit down with Richard Norton. Richard Norton is an undisputed legend of action cinema who remains one of the highest rated Martial Artists in his field. He even holds a unique accolade as one of the most highly regarded Westerners to work on the dynamic films of Hong Kong stars, Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung. Born and raised in…

Join us as we chat again with the hosts of PKCC in this unique episode about McDojos! What are McDojos? How to avoid them? What are the funniest moments encountering a McDojo? Find out in this episode! Our wonderful hosts dive into another great conversation while taking more questions from the viewers and bring them on to the show to chat with us.…

Join us as we chat again with the hosts of PKCC about all things Martial Arts. We love these laid back episodes, and we hope you do too!

Join us this week as we sit down with Jason Chen. Jason Chen is a level 3 wrestling coach at the Reinitz Wrestling Centre, home to the Montreal Wrestling Club. The Reinitz Wrestling Centre, is located in the Sylvan Adams Young Men's and Young Women's Hebrew Association (YM-YWHA) Montreal, Canada. Coach Chen has over 20 years wrestling experience bo…

Taking time out of his own Statutory Holiday on July 1st (Canada Day), Mayor Dave Barton returns to address the concerns that have been expressed in our local social and print media. Whether or not you love him or hate him, please take some time to listen to the episode and then feel free to engage in POSITIVE conversation with us on our website an…

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Chantal Vaillancourt, head instructor at Karaté Shorin ryu Shubukan Boisbriand. #PKCC #Karate #MartialArts

Meet the new head coach of the Uxbridge Secondary School football program which is set to return with their highly successful Restore the Roar Campaign! Check out our website at www.uxbridgebeat.ca You can also find Uxbridge Beat on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Youtube!By Jennifer Neveu-Campsall, Scott Campsall, and Jeff Keeping

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Patrick Barton. Patrick Barton began his journey in Jiu-jitsu around 1985, training under the Bynoe family in North Bay, Ontario. His dedication and passion led him to study a variety of styles, including Kindai Ha Shinto-ryu and Daito-ryu, and he received his Nidan rank from Shihan Bill Bynoe. Sensei Ba…

Join us this week as we sit down with John Spears. John “Doc” Spears is a former 18 Delta Special Operations Medic and sniper who served in the 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne). He has worked in counter-insurgency/counter narco-terrorism and interdiction projects throughout Central and South America. He specializes in small unit tactics and snip…

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Neil Stolsmark. Kyoshi Stolsmark has been actively training in the martial arts for over 40 years and has been a full time karate instructor since 1983. He has an insightful and precise teaching style that inspires both young and old and his enthusiasm is said to be contagious. For this, he is called the…

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Wilfreed Seerattan. Sensei Seerattan is a 6th degree black belt and is the head instructor of the Toronto Japan Karate Association (JKA) Dojo. He was born in Trinidad in 1966, began practicing karate in September of 1983 with Sensei Archeson Wells, and obtained his Shodan in 1989 from Okazaki Sensei. He …

Join us as we chat again with the hosts of PKCC for a special 4th year anniversary celebration! Our wonderful hosts dive into another great conversation while taking more questions from the viewers and bringing them on to the show to chat with us. Don't miss this special occasion as we celebrate four amazing years of engaging content and lively dis…

Chief Administrative Officer for The Township of Uxbridge, Kristi Honey introduces us to what it means to be the glue that holds all of the members of the township team together. Check out our website at www.uxbridgebeat.ca You can also find Uxbridge Beat on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Youtube!…

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Rudy Duquet. Sensei Duquet started martial arts when he was just 4 and half years old! He first practiced Taekwon-Do and obtained his first black belt at the age of 10. After winning several titles in competition in this discipline, he felt the need to develop further and differently. It was the beginnin…

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Gerry DiSanto. Sensei DiSanto is the owner and operator of the Defensive Arts Training Centre in St. Catharines. Along with his skills in boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, grappling, and weaponry, Gerry DiSanto has been training in martial arts for several decades and is a renowned martial arts instructor i…

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Lori O'Connell. Sensei O'Connell has trained in the martial arts for over 30 years and taught for over 27 years. She was the owner and head instructor of Pacific Wave Jiu-jitsu in Richmond, BC, which she ran for 14 years before closing it during the pandemic in 2020. Sensei O'Connell holds the rank of 5t…

Join us this week as we sit down with Sensei Phil Duncan. Phil Duncan is a Use of Force Expert/Instructor with over 35 years of Martial Arts expertise. He holds a 5th Degree Black Belt in Close Quarter Combat Sambo (C.Q.C.S.) and is a Master Instructor recognized by the United States Combat Sambo Association. Sensei Duncan has worked various plainc…

Special Olympian Alicia Smith is a Canadian national silver medalist who is a gifted athlete and an even more wonderful person. Check out our website at www.uxbridgebeat.ca You can also find Uxbridge Beat on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Youtube!By Jennifer Neveu-Campsall, Scott Campsall, Alicia Smith