Black Belt Banter: Martial Arts Business Podcast
Welcome to Black Belt Banter, the best martial arts business podcast for instructors, school owners, and entrepreneurs who want to increase their profits and generate substantial revenue. Whether you're running a single studio or scaling a multi-location empire, we break down the strategies, stories, and systems behind profitable martial arts businesses. From student retention and marketing hacks to leadership, curriculum, and community building, we cover it all. Tune in for weekly insights from Master Chan and Master Jimmy Hong, who’s been in the trenches and come out kicking.
Email us at jimmyhong@blackbeltbanter.com
Episodes
14 episodes
#14 | What's the BEST Way to Protect Students and Schools from Worst Case Scenarios?
Our most important Podcast yet...In this week's episode of Black Belt Banter, hosts Master Jimmy Hong and Master Chan dive into the critical risks facing martial arts school owners and the importance of specialized insurance coverage. T...
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Episode 14
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35:04
#13 | Would You Pay $100K for Martial Arts?
🗓️ Mark your calendars for October 3–4, 2025—because the ASA Martial Arts Summit is throwing down in Las Vegas at the iconic Paris Hotel & Casino, and you don’t want to miss it. Only a few weeks left ...
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Episode 13
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29:59
#12 | The Secret Behind the Highest Tuition in America
Ever wondered how some martial arts schools command $400+ monthly tuition while others struggle to break $150? Master Bronson Ko has cracked the code, building what he calls "the Apple of martial arts studios" – premium facilities with prices t...
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Episode 12
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44:27
#11 | Fight or Fold - Martial Arts Lessons During Economic Downturn
Economic uncertainty looms large for martial arts school owners, but surviving—even thriving—during downturns is possible with the right approach. Master Lee shares battle-tested strategies that have helped him navigate three major economic cri...
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Episode 9
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33:36
#10 | How to Create Sustainable Staff Pipelines That Prevent Burnout
🗓️ Mark your calendars for October 3–4, 2025—because the ASA Martial Arts Summit is throwing down in Las Vegas at the iconic Paris Hotel & Casino, and you don’t want to miss it. Only a few weeks left ...
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Episode 10
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59:23
#9 | Connect and Conquer: Building Your Martial Arts Empire
✅ Register now at https://theblackbeltbanter.com/🗓️ Mark your calendars for October 3–4, 2025—because the ASA Martial Arts Summit is throwing down in Las Vegas at the iconic Paris Hotel &...
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Episode 9
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40:30
#8 | One Powerful Ingredient Your Martial Arts School Can't Afford to Ignore
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Episode 8
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37:55
#7 | Why Martial Art Schools Are Dying: A Blunt Wake Up Call to Reality Check
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Episode 7
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39:53
#6 | WAIT! Don't Open That 2nd Location Until You Listen to This Podcast!
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Episode 6
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41:54
#5 | Can Small Schools Generate Mega School Revenues?
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Episode 5
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43:38
#4 | The Retention Game: Keep Your Students Fired Up and Showing Up!
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Episode 4
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27:02
#3 | Crack the Code: 20 New Students in 30 Days!
ASA Martial Arts Business Summit 2025✅ Register now at https://theblackbeltbanter.com/🗓️ Mark your calendars for October 3–4, 2025—because the ASA Martial Arts Summit is throwing down...
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Episode 3
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29:00