In this episode of “My Empty Hands,” host Reggie Darden interviews Paul Britton. They discuss Paul’s martial arts journey, including his early experiences with Taekwondo and his transition to Kempo. Britton shares his teaching philosophy, which is heavily influenced by his 25 years as a police officer, and his thoughts on the future of Kempo.
Discussion Points:
[56:47] Britton shares his thoughts on the evolution of Kempo.
[00:36] The host, Reggie Darden, introduces his guest, Paul Britton.
[02:01] Paul talks about his early martial arts experiences with Taekwondo in the 1970s.
[04:12] He discusses how he transitioned from Taekwondo to Kempo.
[12:49] Paul explains the appeal of Kempo, including its speed and effectiveness, which were a better fit for him due to a back condition.
[18:04] Paul shares his teaching system, which uses 10 techniques per belt to avoid overwhelming students.
[21:24] He discusses his teaching philosophy, emphasizing realism and practicality based on his experience as a police officer.
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