Welcome to Episode #65 of the Fight for a Happy Life martial arts podcast. In this episode, we welcome back Sifu Matt Ember, long-time student and teacher of Kung Fu San Soo.
You’ll remember Sifu Matt from a couple of videos on this website—
Self-Defense Against a Bigger, Stronger Opponent
One Tip to Learn Martial Arts Faster
In this in-depth interview, Sifu Matt covers a wide range of topics, including—
- What makes a good teacher
- Persistence and resilience
- Dealing with injuries
- Training into old age
- Teaching in a garage
- Why you should charge a fee
- Teacher burnout
- How to express yourself in the martial arts
- Building a legacy that matters
No kidding, there is a lot of wisdom in this episode! Even if you can only listen to a few minutes, I think you’ll understand why I’ve remained Sifu Matt’s student for 20 years!
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