Episode 2: Building a Strong Identity In your Child

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In this episode of the SwiftKick Podcast, owner Brian Cowell sits down with longtime student and coach Chandler Smith, who has been training for over 17 years and coaching for 8. They explore the deeper value of martial arts beyond physical skills, focusing on how it cultivates emotional resilience, discipline, and character development in kids and adults alike.

Chandler shares his personal journey into martial arts, ultimately staying for the personal growth it inspired. The duo discusses how martial arts helps students navigate today’s challenges—particularly in a digital age where screen time often replaces face-to-face interaction and emotional maturity.

Their discussion includes teaching kids how to regulate emotions, set boundaries, develop confidence, and respond constructively to adversity. They outline SwiftKick’s core values: Discipline, Honor, and Courage, and explain how these are broken into practical tenets taught in class. Real-world examples illustrate how these lessons translate into stronger, more empathetic members of society.

Ultimately, the episode positions martial arts not just as a sport, but as a lifelong tool for personal development—helping both kids and adults build a solid foundation of self-worth, self-control, and social connection.

This episode of the SwiftKick Martial Arts Podcast was filmed out of our Carlsbad Studio!

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