EPISODE · Apr 23, 2025 · 1H 14M
Scott Langley
from UK Karate Podcast · host UK Karate Podcast
Join us for an in-depth interview with Scott Langley, 7th Dan Shotokan Karate master, founder of Hombu Dojo Karate International (HDKI), and bestselling author of Karate Stupid and A Sustainable Karate-ka. Starting martial arts at age five with jujutsu and transitioning to karate in North Yorkshire, Scott’s path led him to Japan, where he became the fifth non-Japanese to graduate the gruelling JKS Instructors’ Course. In this conversation, Scott shares his experiences training under legendary sensei's, insights on building a sustainable karate practice, and the challenges of balancing tradition with modern martial arts.🌟 Highlights include Scott’s reflections on his time in Japan, the dimensions of karate, and his vision for fostering community in the martial arts world.👉 Subscribe for more inspiring martial arts content!🔔 Hit the bell icon to stay updated.💬 Tell us in the comments: What’s your biggest takeaway from Scott’s journey?📌 Follow Scott Langley: https://hombudojokarate.com/📌 Check out Scott’s books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Karate-Stupid-Scott-Langley/dp/178301346X📌Boken-Sha Quality Gi's: https://boken-sha.com/📌Budo Mindset Magazine: https://budomindset.com/📌 Connect with us: https://www.facebook.com/ukkaratepodcast/📌 Connect with us: https://www.instagram.com/ukkaratepodcast/#ScottLangley #ShotokanKarate #MartialArts #KarateInterview #HDKI
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Join us for an in-depth interview with Scott Langley, 7th Dan Shotokan Karate master, founder of Hombu Dojo Karate International (HDKI), and bestselling author of Karate Stupid and A Sustainable Karate-ka. Starting martial arts at age five with jujutsu and transitioning to karate in North Yorkshire, Scott’s path led him to Japan, where he became the fifth non-Japanese to graduate the gruelling JKS Instructors’ Course. In this conversation, Scott shares his experiences training under legendary sensei's, insights on building a sustainable karate practice, and the challenges of balancing tradition with modern martial arts.🌟 Highlights include Scott’s reflections on his time in Japan, the dimensions of karate, and his vision for fostering community in the martial arts world.👉 Subscribe for more inspiring martial arts content!🔔 Hit the bell icon to stay updated.💬 Tell us in the comments: What’s your biggest takeaway from Scott’s journey?📌 Follow Scott Langley: https://hombudojokarate.com/📌 Check out Scott’s books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Karate-Stupid-Scott-Langley/dp/178301346X📌Boken-Sha Quality Gi's: https://boken-sha.com/📌Budo Mindset Magazine: https://budomindset.com/📌 Connect with us: https://www.facebook.com/ukkaratepodcast/📌 Connect with us: https://www.instagram.com/ukkaratepodcast/#ScottLangley #ShotokanKarate #MartialArts #KarateInterview #HDKI
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