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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
PRAISE
Dr. Robert Biswas-Diener
The Indiana Jones of Positive Psychology
“As a positive psychology researcher I am impressed with Rodney King’s intuitive grasp of people’s strengths and hopes. Rather than building a martial art around fear of attack, testosterone-based competition, or external rewards King introduces the best aspects of performance psychology to help people achieve their own goals.
In a field steeped in tradition, King artfully reimagines both the dojo and the martial arts business mentality. At long last, we have a perfect union of proven martial arts techniques with cutting edge approaches to teaching and personal development. As a martial artist myself, King’s methods are a breath of fresh air.”
Frank Forencich
Founder of Exuberant Animal
"As a longtime participant and teacher in the world of martial arts, I know that students can take a wide variety of paths. Some pursue the physical arts, others develop their spiritual practices, still others focus on building community through their dojos and training programs. But it’s rare to see someone take it all the way through to the foundational concepts that underlie the health and performance of the human animal. Dr. Rodney King is one such person. In the many years that I’ve known him, Dr. King has continuously expanded his understanding and incorporated it into a practice that is truly holistic and above all, relevant to the challenges of the modern age. I heartily recommend his programs and his work."
Dr. Christian De Quincey
Professor of Philosophy and Consciousness Studies and award-winning author of books on consciousness and the mind-body connection
"I have now worked with Rodney in various capacities—as a mentor, a collaborator, and as a student on the mat, and the more I have the privilege of knowing and being with him, the more I realize how exceptional he is in what he does. He has a natural leadership ability to inspire others to tap into their own capacities and to stretch beyond self-imposed limits."
Dr. Randy Borum
Director of Intelligence and National Security Studies in at the University of South Florida
“Rodney King is one of the most thoughtful and innovative martial artists in the world today. By focusing on the mental aspects of learning and performance, he is redefining the way that martial arts are viewed, taught, and experienced. He knows that success in any endeavor requires more than knowledge or physical ability – that the mental game will drive the outcome. With the acumen of an experienced and mindful coach, Rodney can help you shape your future, attain your goals and perform to your full potential.”
Dr. Richard Blonna
Author of Maximizing Your Coaching Effectiveness with Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
“With the addition of the “mental game”, Rodney King’s martial arts program has elevated itself into another dimension. The mental game takes cutting-edge Behavioral Psychology findings and through easy-to-learn techniques show you how to harness the power of your brain to get even more out of your training program. Rodney King’s program is definitely the ‘thinking man’s” approach to martial arts training.”
Bill Cole MS, MA
Performance Psychologist & President of the International Mental Game Association
“Rodney King is a multi-faceted, multi-talented individual who possesses a great vision for the world of sport, business and life. He is a world-class athlete and coach and he is a thought leader in his field. That is a potent combination. He is one of the world’s leading edge sports thinkers and one of the most innovative coaches in the martial arts.”
Dr. Kevin Keough
Clinical Psychologist & Host of Warrior Traditions
“Rodney is crazy like a fox and getting invitations from luminaries in relevant psychology, performance coaching in all aspects of life, as he refines his understanding of developing embodied warriors. It is pretty uncommon to come across a man with his background and credentials to just present his stuff without arrogance. Gotta like this man.”
John Michael Morgan
Best Selling Author of Brand Against the Machine
“There are few people I’ve met in life who have as much passion about helping others as Rodney. He’s a true leader not only in martial arts but in helping people get the most out of life. He cares deeply about getting people results. That’s not easy to find these days. And the best part of everything he does is that what he teaches works!!!”
Geoff Thompson
Self-Defense Pioneer, Playwright & BAFTA Award Winning Author
“Rodney King is years ahead of his time, he has taken his martial arts to the level of budo, where few dare to go. I am a big fan.”
John Michael Morgan
Best Selling Author of Brand Against the Machine
“There are few people I’ve met in life who have as much passion about helping others as Rodney. He’s a true leader not only in martial arts but in helping people get the most out of life. He cares deeply about getting people results. That’s not easy to find these days. And the best part of everything he does is that what he teaches works!!!”
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