We're Kicking It | The Stories Behind the Legends and warriors of Martial arts greats

Jose Flores

Jose Flores interviews Legends and Warriors of the greatest Martial artists of today. These are the stories behind the Legends and Warriors of Martial arts greats. Experience their inspirational stories and how they got to where they are today. Weekly podcasts interviews of some of the great leaders and fighters of today's Martial Arts disciplines. Including: MMA, Muay Thai, Karate, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Krav Maga, Taekwondo, Kung fu, Wing Chun, Kickboxing and many other disciplines. Learn the journeys and experiences of these successful Martial artists through this candid and fun podcast. Jose interviews current fighters and some of the top Martial Arts Coaches and Instructors in the world.www.WereKickingIt.com

  1. 03/20/2023

    George "El Yuyu" Acosta | American Boxer | Ranked 14th in the the US | WBA Fedecentro Title

    George Acosta nicknamed "El Yuyu",  is an American boxer from Whittier, California. He stands at 5'8"  and competes in the Super Feather Weight division (130lbs) (59kg) in the Super Feather Weight Division.  George has been competing professionally since 2017 and currently holds a record of 14-1-0 with 2 knock out victories. George  is currently ranked 14 in the U.S. and #60 Worldwide. and has won the WBA Fedecentro Title.  Ranked 14th in the US for Super Feather Weight Boxing Ranked 60th Worldwide for Super Feather Weight boxingWBA Fedecentro TitleBlue Belt in Brazilian Jiujitsu7 straights wins in Professional DebutWant to train with George "El Yuyu" Acosta you can contact him at: Facebook: ElYuyuBoxing YouTube: ElYuyuBoxing TikTok:ElYuyuBoxing Twitter: elyuyuboxing Instagram: georgeacosta562 George "El Yuyu" Acosta webpage

  2. 03/13/2023

    Alan Predolin | Owner of Krav Maga 360 | Director of Krav Maga Global North America

    Alan is the Founder, Owner and Chief Instructor of 360 Krav Maga. He is also the Director of Krav Maga Global North America. Originally from Vicenza Italy.  Alan also served in both the Italian and U.S Airborne.  • Served in a special unit of the Italian Airborne • Was introduced to Krav Maga in 1995 in Israel • Joined the US Army in 1996; Was in the 82nd Airborne • Started the first official Hand to Hand Course in the US Army Airborne Division • Attended the Krav Maga Instructor Course under Haim Zut in 2001 • Started teaching at the Krav Maga Worldwide HQ in 2003, where he led regular classes as well as Train the Trainer classes for both civilians and Law Enforcement. • In 2003 he also started teaching in Long Beach, CA and opened 360 Krav Maga Academy. • Trained with Eyal Yanilov, successor of Imi Lichtenfeld – Founder of Krav Maga. • Was appointed Director of International Krav Maga Federation North America and then Director of Krav Maga Global North America * Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under Leo Vieira and Checkmat HQ * Kru in Muay Thai Want to train with Alan: Website: https://www.360kravmaga.com/ Learn more at:  https://www.360kravmaga.com/long-beach-california Instagram: @360alan youtube

  3. 05/23/2022

    Todd Medina | Coach to Champions 13x World Champion | 1st Mexican American in UFC

    UFC vet Todd Medina nicknamed “El Tiburon”, is an American mixed martial artist from Santa Ana, California. He stands 5’10” and competes in the Light Heavyweight (205 lbs.) . He competed in MMA from 1995 to 2009. Medina was one of several Gracie training partners and students to enter the UFC in its early years. He studied under Carlson Gracie, eventually earning his black belt. His early career was notable for the number of fights he took against top competition at the time. He ended up with very little to show for his hard work, going 5-9-1 between 1995 and 2006, but found a rhythm on the regional circuit closing out his career with a 6 fight win streak. He is currently the owner and head trainer of Todd Medina's Fight School in Costa Mesa, California, where he trains fighters in his own "freestyle" system.  13x World ChampionCarlson Gracie Sr fight teamM-1 World Champion1st Mexican American in UFCWant to train with Todd Medina? Todd trains fighters at his Martial Arts gym Todd Medina Fight School. Address 16912 Gothard St I, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Instagram: Todd Medina Tik Tok: TheFightCoach Phone: (949) 759-2464 https://toddmedina.com/

  4. 02/07/2022

    Raymond Daniels | Bellator Kickboxing World Champion |Owner of World Champion Karate

    Raymond Daniels was five years old when his black-belt father began teaching him the art of Kenpo Karate. It was the beginning of a long, hard road that saw the younger Daniels earn his own black belt seventeen years later. Raymond is now a 6the Degree Black Belt. Consistently the top-ranked karate fighter in the USA, Daniels has won every national and international title and tournament worth mentioning, usually more than once. Many American fight fans know Daniels for his run in Chuck Norris’ World Combat League, a full-contact fight promotion, which had some of the USA’s best martial artists on its roster. A lifelong martial artist, Daniels’ unique style and extensive experience make him a very challenging opponent for his opponents. His timing and power are legendary among his fellow karate fighters and his numerous knockouts by way of spinning-kick have made him a firm fan favorite. Want to train with Raymond Daniels at his studio World Champion Karate in Orange County California: Raymond Daniels is an American Kenpoist, Karateka, Tae Kwon Do practitioner, kickboxer and mixed martial artist known for his flashy and aggressive style of fighting.  He currently competes for Bellator MMA and Bellator Kickboxing, where he is the current Bellator Kickboxing Welterweight Champion. Bellator Kickboxing He defeated Francesco Moricca at Bellator Kickboxing 1 on April 16, 2016 in Turin via TKO (liver kick) in the first round.[38][39]He defeated Stefano Bruno at Bellator Kickboxing 2 on June 24, 2016 in St. Louis via TKO (liver kick) in the first round.[40]He defeated Zsolt Benedek at Bellator Kickboxing 3 on September 17, 2016 in Budapest via unanimous decision.[41]He defeated Csaba Gyorfi at Bellator Kickboxing 6 on April 14, 2017 in Budapest via TKO (liver kick).[42]He defeated Karim Ghajji at Bellator Kickboxing 7 on September 23, 2017 in San Jose via TKO (doctor stoppage).[43]He defeated Giannis Boukis at Bellator Kickboxing 8 on December 9, 2017 in Florence via unanimous decision (29-28, 30–27, 30-27).[44]He defeated Djibril Ehouo at Bellator Kickboxing 9 on April 6, 2018 in Budapest via unan

  5. 01/31/2022

    Jace Gutierrez | Master of Muay Thai | Muay Thai Kru | Professional fighter in Thailand | Owner of Mission Muay Thai

    Jace Gutierrez is a Master of Muay Thai, he is a  Muay Thai Kru, professional Muay Thai fighter and the Owner of Mission Muay Thai.  Mission is an authentic Muay Thai/Boxing training facility focusing on traditional Muay Thai Arts and Boxing curriculums for professional combat sports, self-defense, and fitness located in Long Beach, CA.  Jace is a professional Muay Thai fighter and visit s Thailand at least once a year to train and be with his teammates and teachers. While in Thailand Jace competed and fought on a high-level and trained on a high-level in the motherland of Thailand. Jace's mission is to teach and share the authentic culture of Muay Thai while also guiding students throughout life’s journey. Prior to opening Mission Muay Thai, Jace was a Professional nightlife DJ/Music Producer in Las Vegas,. He lived the performers dream for 10 years by performing at world-famous nightclubs in Vegas. If you would like to train with Jace, his contact info is below. Contact info: Email: jace@missionmuaythai.comWebsite: www.missionmuaythai.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/missionmuaythailb/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/missionmuaythaiTwitter: https://twitter.com/missionmuaythaiSoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/djjacemusicOther: www.djjace.com

  6. 06/28/2021

    Tara Van Deusen | 7th Degree Black belt in Kenpo Karate | Owner of Power of One Martial Arts

    Tara Van Deusen has been studying Kenpo since 1998, though she started karate at the age of 4 years old!   She is a 7th Degree Black belt in Kenpo Karate, 9 time National Black Belt League World Champion, 1 time National Association Sport Karate (NASKA) World Champion and won the overall Woman’s Grand Champion Irish Open in 2003, an event that had 69 fighters from 33 Countries.  She also has over 160 National Wins, was a 4 time Compete national overall grand champ, as well as the Australian ISKA Open and England Open champion.  She has won over 36 women’s over all grand championships from Nationally and Internationally rated tournaments and has a Black belt in Tae Kwon Do and a Jr Black Belt in Butokukan Karate. Fought for Chuck Norris World Combat League Tara is the President of the Power of One Martial Arts & Fitness Studios,

  7. 06/14/2021

    Gerson Schilipacke | Chute Boxe Muay Thai Black Belt | Owner/ Head Coach of Fight Solutions

    Professor Gerson “Grillo” Schilipacke  began studying Muay Thai and MMA at the famed Chute Boxe Academy in Curitiba Brazil. After receiving his black belt in 2004 and competing in both Muay Thai and MMA he wanted to pass his knowledge on to others and focus his work towards a coaching career. In 2006 he moved to Southern California to coach the Chute Boxe USA team in Huntington Beach. In 2009 he founded the official Chute Boxe USA headquarters in Long Beach , CA. Today Gerson is the owner/ head trainer of the top Muay Thai gym Fight Solutions in Long Beach CA. Gerson also trained Michael Bisping mixed martial artist, who competed in the Middleweight and Light Heavyweight division of the UFC. Coach Gerson has over 23 years of competitive and training experience. His passion for improving physical fitness, mental discipline, and spiritual strength is apparent in every class he teaches.  Gerson has been a positive influence in the lives of many, and continues to strive towards making his fighters dreams of becoming a champion a reality. Gerson believes in a principled approach to martial arts, that includes the development of personal character as well as mental and physical strength. His vision of the sport , focus on respect, confidence, discipline, and hard work has made him one of the most sought after Muay Thai and MMA instructors in Southern California. Train with Gerson  Schilipackea at his Muy Thai, MMA,  Jiu Jitsu  gym Fight Solutions.

  8. 05/31/2021

    Leonardo Alcantara Vieira | Gold medalist of the World’s most prestigious Submission Grappling title, the ADCC

    Professor Leonardo Vieira,  is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Romero Cavalcanti, being famous for combining one of the most crowd-pleasing games in BJJ with an amazing track record. Leo Vieira was also the co-founder of important teams such as Brasa Clube de Jiu-Jitsu and Checkmat BJJ, becoming in the process one of grappling’s most important coaches by developing athletes such as Marcus Almeida ‘Buchecha’, Lucas Leite, João Assis, and many others. Leozinho is also one of the Top BJJ Competitors of All Time by BJJ Heroes. Lineage: Carlos Gracie > Helio Gracie > Rolls Gracie > Romero Cavalcanti > Leonardo Vieira Main Achievements: 1st Place ADCC (2003, 2005)1st Place IBJJF World Championship (1999)1st Place IBJJF Pan Championship (2002/2004)1st Place CBJJ Brazilian Nationals (1998)2nd Place ADCC (2011/2007)2nd Place IBJJF World Championship (1997)3rd Place IBJJF World Championship (2000)1st Place IBJJF World Championship (1996 brown)Weight Division: Peso Leve (76 kg / 167 lbs) Favorite Position/Technique: Brabo Choke, Guard Passing. Association/Team: Checkmat The following year, his first as a black belt, Leo fought his way to the final against Marcio Feitosa in the first of many historical duels between the two. This first fight went to the Gracie Barra fighter, Feitosa, but in 1998 when the two met once again in the final, Leonardo was the victor in one of the hardest fights of the event. 1998 was the last time Leonardo won the World Championship, although he did make the final again in 1999 (losing to Royler Gracie) and placed 3rd in 2000. His career’s highest point had not been reached however, that came in 2003 when Leonardo won the World’s most prestigious Submission Grappling title, the ADCC (Abu Dhabi Combat Club), a gold medal achieved again in 2005. In between this period, Leozinho moved to Sao Paulo and was training under Fabio Gurgel at the Team Alliance HQ there until 2002 when a group of competitors joined up against the head coach Gurgel. Leonardo left the team together with most of the black belts that trained there. The argument (in broad strokes) was over the ‘Mundial‘ (World Championships by IBJJF federation) which occurred a week after the Copa do Mundo (World Cup). As the Copa do Mundo offered a good prize money to its competitors and the Mundial didn’t, Leonardo and his teammates felt they should support this organization (CBJJO – Confederação de Jiu Jitsu Olimpico) and compete in it, Gurgel however decided against it for reasons that were never made public. The fighters went on to fight at the ‘Copa’ and Gurgel banned them from the gym, and so Leozinho and the others formed another team, ‘Master Team’ to honor the gym where this group had started training in the 1980’s. The Master Team later became Brasa Clube de Jiu Jitsu.

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Jose Flores interviews Legends and Warriors of the greatest Martial artists of today. These are the stories behind the Legends and Warriors of Martial arts greats. Experience their inspirational stories and how they got to where they are today. Weekly podcasts interviews of some of the great leaders and fighters of today's Martial Arts disciplines. Including: MMA, Muay Thai, Karate, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Krav Maga, Taekwondo, Kung fu, Wing Chun, Kickboxing and many other disciplines. Learn the journeys and experiences of these successful Martial artists through this candid and fun podcast. Jose interviews current fighters and some of the top Martial Arts Coaches and Instructors in the world.www.WereKickingIt.com

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