Episode 69b - 8th Deg Assoc Master , Scott Gonzalez American Kenpo, Arizona, USA (Part 2 of 2)

🚨 Part 2 is Here! 🚨 The Mind Sensei Podcast – Episode 2 with Mr. Scott Gonzalez (8th Degree Associate Master)In Part 2 of this conversation, host Peter Tas continues the discussion with Mr. Scott Gonzalez, an 8th Degree Associate Master in American Kenpo and founder of Desert Dragons’ Kenpo in Arizona.After relocating to Arizona in 2005, Mr. Gonzalez opened his school with the goal of creating a training environment that develops not only martial arts skills, but also leadership, confidence, and personal growth.His teaching philosophy reflects decades of training and experience, combined with his professional background as a secondary school teacher, allowing him to effectively communicate concepts and build long-term student development.In this episode we explore the responsibilities of teaching, running a martial arts school, and continuing to grow within the art.• Moving to Arizona and opening Desert Dragons’ Kenpo• Building a martial arts school and community• Teaching children leadership and confidence• Training adults, beginners, and law enforcement professionals• The role of environment and awareness in Kenpo training• Continuing to learn under Grand Master Larry Tatum• The responsibility of passing knowledge forward• 8th Degree Associate Master in American Kenpo• Student of Rick Jeffcoat and Grand Master Larry Tatum• Began training in 1990• Earned 1st Degree Black Belt in 1995• Founder of Desert Dragons’ Kenpo (Arizona)• Instructor to both children and adult martial artists• Nearly a decade of experience as a secondary school teacher• Regularly teaches seminars and develops students across the Kenpo communityDesert Dragons’ Kenpo – ArizonaWebsite:https://desertdragonsaz.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=desert%20dragons%20kenpo%20karate%20scThe Mind Sensei Podcast explores the mindset, philosophy, and personal journeys of martial artists and thought leaders from around the world.In this episode we discuss:Guest Biography – Mr. Scott GonzalezGuest School & ContactHosted by Peter Tas, martial artist and member of the Australasian Martial Arts Hall of Fame.#AmericanKenpo #KenpoKarate #MindSenseiPodcast #MartialArtsPodcast #LarryTatum #RickJeffcoat #KenpoCommunity #MartialArts