Jul 7, 202525 minS0
<p>The true heart of a martial arts school isn't found in the style it teaches or the trophies on its shelves, it's revealed in how instructors treat their students, especially the young and inexperienced. A teacher’s...
health
Shugyo
Hosted by Adam Mitchell · health · EN
About this Podcast:
Exploring the unique and profound methods, philosophy and culture found in the transformative practices of traditional martial arts. This podcast is hosted by Adam Mitchell, from the Yasuragi Dojo, a registered Non-Profit (501.c.3) organization, solely dedicated to providing the best information and training resources for those interested in the path of self-mastery and discipline. Join us in conversation with some of today's most respected thought leaders who share their wisdom and experience, so that you can sharpen your own skills for living and appetite for disciplined training and adventurous living. The Yasuragi Dojo has been teaching Kobudo and cultural programs for over 25 years in the heart of Hudson Valley, Please visit our Dojo website to learn how you can participate in our programs, classes or retreats.
Pitch Analysis
Required Pod Score for this podcast. PitchCentric checks your profile against host openness, topical fit, and audience signals before you generate a pitch.
Contact path
Verified email
Booking probability
20%
Guest openness
Selective
80/100
Required Score
Sign up to generate a grounded pitch for Shugyo.
Signup to Generate a PitchQuestions about Shugyo
What is Shugyo about?
Exploring the unique and profound methods, philosophy and culture found in the transformative practices of traditional martial arts. This podcast is hosted by Adam Mitchell, from the Yasuragi Dojo, a registered Non-Profit (501.c.3) organization, solely dedicated to providing the best information and training resources for those interested in the path of self-mastery and discipline.
Who hosts Shugyo?
Shugyo is hosted by Adam Mitchell. The show has published 18 episodes to date.
What has Shugyo covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Stop Doing This, Hurting Students and Ruining Your Art" (7 July 2025, 25 minutes), "Wild in the Mountains, A Perspective on Kyoketsu Shoge" (8 February 2025, 25 minutes), and "Thanking The Dragon, 2024 Wrap Up and What's to Come" (1 January 2025, 27 minutes).
How often does Shugyo publish?
Shugyo publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 44 minutes across 18 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Shugyo?
Booking probability for Shugyo is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Shugyo requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Shugyo's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Shugyo?
The strongest fits for Shugyo are Fitness, Golf & Recreation and Courses, Coaching & Lessons. Shugyo has a health audience.
About the host
Adam Mitchell hosts Shugyo, a health podcast with 18 episodes published.
Verified host email: ████████@████.comSign in to unlock →
Recent episodes
Our AI reads these to draft pitches. Use them as grounding for a pitch that cites a real guest and a specific topic.
Feb 8, 202525 minS0<p>Welcome to this episode of the Shugyo Podcast. This episode is my own perspective on the unique tool found in the traditions of Togakure Ryu, known as the Kyoketsu Shoge. This sickle, rope and ring has been the...
Jan 1, 202527 minS0<p>As we bid farewell to 2024, Yasuragi Dojo wants to extend our gratitude and share some of the incredible milestones and new program developments from the past year. Plus, we're excited to give you a sneak peek into...
Oct 9, 202437 minS0<h2>Keeping the history, truth and training of old school Judo alive.</h2> <p>I am thrilled to have the esteemed Joichi Hirao Sensei joining me in this episode of Shugyo. Joichi Sensei is a seasoned practitioner and...
Aug 13, 202459 minS0<p>In today's episode, we'll delve into the captivating journey of I took into the heart of Kenya to immerse myself in the ways of the Maasai tribe. </p> <p>My purpose for being in Kenya, was to travel throughout the...
View More
Jul 30, 20241h 29mS0<p>There are 800,000 traditional buildings in Japan, some hundreds of years old, and the are abandon and being torn down at 10% each year. These incredible structures, forgotten representations of Japan's deep...
Jun 4, 202421 minS0<p>This episode was recorded at the Shunpukan Dojo, in Noda-shi, following a week of training with Unsui Sensei. He sat us down to discuss how we should approach our study of traditional Japanese martial arts into the...
May 14, 20241h 9mS0<p>Today we sit down with Taoist Priest, Chinese Medicine practitioner and martial artist, Dr. Jack Schaefer as we delve into the heart of “dao” and it's ignored or misunderstood ... yet transformative power within the...
May 10, 202434 minS0<p>Have we been lied to? Or, are the truths very hard to reach within the Takamatsu-den, available to those willing to go deep, traversing the depths of a discipline, enduring the physical and emotional demands needed...
May 7, 20241h 2mS0<p>Episode 9: A dialogue on the Togakure Ryu, myth, fact the future of a Hidden Lineage</p> <p>Join me in conversation with Sean Askew, Author of Hidden Lineage, founder of the Bujinkan Kokusai Renkoumyo and a personal...
Apr 16, 202449 minS0<p>In this episode, we go deep into the concept of “Jishu Geiko” 自主稽古 or independent practice in martial arts, emphasizing the transformative effects of solo training on physical, emotional, and mental well-being. This...
Apr 9, 20241h 15mS0<p>Epsiode 7: Ikigai and unraveling it's profound meaning as the essence of life’s purpose.</p> <p>Listen on: iTunes, Spotify and YouTube</p> <p>Nicholas Kemp, author of Ikigai-kan, Feel A Life Worth Living, emerges as...
Apr 5, 202434 minS0<p>In this reflection, I share from a deeply personal and traumatic experience of being attacked and stabbed and exactly how this event shaped my perspective on knife defense as a martial arts instructor. I reflect on...
Apr 2, 20241h 7mS0<p>Episode 5: When a Jinenkan and Bujinkan Instructor decide to have a conversation, it becomes a study on the nuances of Kamae. </p> <p>Discover what most students miss, and the incredibly important reasons you must...
Mar 29, 202413 minS0<p>Episode 4: Reflections on the Path: Unlocking the Secrets of Learning and Self-Improvement in Budo</p> <p>In this episode of Shugyo, Adam reflects on his journey in the Dojo and shares pivotal moments from his...
Mar 26, 202440 minS0<p>In this episode, I have a coffee with Eric Shahan, a dedicated translator of martial arts literature. Eric shares his passion for translating ancient martial arts books, shedding light on his fascinating work and the...
Shugyo
Reflection 1: Keep Going
Mar 22, 202414 minS0<h3>Episode 2. Unveiling the True Meaning of "Keep Going" in the Path of Budo Mastery</h3> <p>In this episode of Shugyo, host Adam Mitchell delves deep into the concept of "keep going" in the context of martial arts...
Mar 19, 202443 minS0<p>In this exciting kickoff episode of the Shugyo podcast, host Adam Mitchell welcomes you to sit beside him and his students, at a Dojo in Japan with his teacher, Manaka Unsui, to delve into the profound world of...
Recent guests
Recent guests on Shugyo. Study who booked and why before you pitch.
D
Dr. Jack Schaefer
board certified Acupuncturist and Herbalist, Parting Clouds Daoist Education
N
Nicholas Kemp
author and ikigai researcher, Ikigai Tribe
K
Kunito Niwa
Kominka Collective
S
Sean Askew
Bujinkan Kokusai Renkoumyo
Best industries to pitch Shugyo for
PitchCentric classifies Shugyo under these industries. Guests from them are the closest fit, and each links to the best podcasts in that industry.
Similar Podcasts
Shows with the most semantically similar episode content. Pitch one, pitch all; producers cluster.
Podcasts like Shugyo
Is this podcast yours and you'd like to remove or correct details? Request removal or email privacy@pitchcentric.com.
Questions about the free trial? See the pricing FAQ