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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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Welcome to the SwiftKick Podcast, live from San Diego, California! This introductory episode of the SwiftKick Martial Arts Podcast highlights some of the exciting topics Brian will be discussing including fitness, martial arts, culture, business, parent resources and much, much more! In this short podcast, Brian Cowell introduces himself and briefly explains his martial arts journey. He explains how he started as a small, shy child, growing into a confident academic wanting to make a difference in his community through the power of marital arts. Brian also discusses what makes SwiftKick Martial Arts San Diego different from other martial art schools in San Diego, explaining how he carved a niche market and combined different elements of various martial arts programs to create the ultimate self-defense school. Brian's passionate shines through as he discusses teaching and and helping others develop and see their potential.

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