The Mind Sensei Podcast — Part A: The Kenpo Journey with Mr. Jason Arnold
Welcome to another powerful episode of The Mind Sensei Podcast! In this two-part special, host Peter Tas sits down with Mr. Jason Arnold, an accomplished martial artist and respected teacher from Canada whose dedication to Ed Parker’s American Kenpo has inspired countless students around the world.
In Part A, we explore Mr. Arnold’s lifelong passion for the martial arts — from his early training days to becoming a 7th Degree Black Belt and Senior Professor under the Kenpo International banner. Mr. Arnold opens up about how he found his path in Ed Parker’s American Kenpo Karate, and how that foundation has evolved to include Modern Arnis, Filipino stick work, and even Jeet Kune Do — Bruce Lee’s dynamic martial art.
You’ll hear how Mr. Arnold built Kenpo Karate Canada, balancing the traditions of Kenpo with modern training methods and real-world self-defence applications. He shares stories about the many students he’s mentored — from beginners to advanced practitioners — and the importance of keeping Kenpo alive and growing through seminars, private lessons, and international events.
More than just techniques and ranks, this conversation dives into the mindset that keeps a martial artist motivated for over 30 years, and the values that shape a true Kenpo instructor: discipline, adaptability, and a genuine love for sharing knowledge.
Whether you’re a lifelong martial artist, a student of Kenpo Karate, or simply curious about the deeper philosophies behind the arts, this episode will give you valuable insights and timeless wisdom straight from one of the best.
🎧 Press play, enjoy Part A, and don’t forget to come back for Part B — where we’ll explore how Mr. Arnold’s journey extends beyond the dojo into fitness, personal training, and helping people transform their lives through movement and discipline.
Keywords: Kenpo Karate, Jason Arnold, Ed Parker Kenpo, Martial Arts Podcast, Modern Arnis, Jeet Kune Do, Canadian Martial Artists, Kenpo International, Martial Arts Instructor, Self Defence, Mind Sensei Podcast.