A Conversation with Rachel Kattawar (JKA USA) | UK Karate Podcast

In this episode of the UK Karate Podcast, we sit down with Sensei Rachel Kattawar — a 5th Dan black belt with the Japan Karate Association (JKA), 6-time JKA National Kata Champion, and former Junior Olympics champion representing Team USA Rachel shares her incredible karate journey, from her early success in competition to becoming one of the leading figures in American Shotokan karate. We dive deep into the world of JKA USA, exploring the differences between the US and UK karate scenes, the realities of high-level kata competition, and what it takes to stay at the top over many years.This is a powerful conversation about discipline, longevity, and evolving with karate — while staying true to traditional values.🎯In this episode we cover:Training and competing in JKA USA🥇 What it takes to become a national kata champion🧠 The mindset behind elite performance🌍 Differences between UK and US karate💻 Teaching karate in the modern world (online & in person)🥋 Staying motivated through a lifelong karate journey🔔Follow & Support UK Karate Podcast👉 YouTube:    / @ukkaratepodcast  👉 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/yourlink👉 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...|-shotokan-traditional-karate-martial-arts/id1861484516📲Follow Sensei Rachel Kattawar(Search “Rachel Kattawar” on ‪@karateathome3752‬ for her latest training content)💬Get InvolvedWho would you like to see next on the podcast?Drop a comment below and tag them 👇🥋About UK Karate PodcastThe UK Karate Podcast brings you conversations with karateka from around the world — sharing real journeys, experiences, and insights from traditional Shotokan and beyond.#shotokan #karate #JKAKarate, #JKAUSA #kata #champions #Traditional #Podcast #ukkaratepodcast