During this interview, NAPMA President Rob Colasanti does his best to reveal Gene LeBell, the dedicated martial arts student, the well-tuned athlete, the fiercely-skilled fighter, the hard-working professional stuntman, the man of wit and humor and a giant of character and humanity.

Gene LeBell has been and continues to be a positive influence on uncounted lives in numerous ways. He represents so much of the best of martial arts, and martial arts as a critical component of any life. That is a lesson to share with your staff and students.

Mr. LeBell comments on many important topics, including the future of martial arts, comparing fighters and fighting styles, and the current popularity of mixed martial arts, among others. He also shares more personal thoughts about money and happiness, leadership, taking risks and the characteristics of success.

Sprinkled throughout these conversations, Mr. LeBell tells many stories about the famous people he has known and befriended, from Elvis to Ali to Hulk Hogan, and what he has learned (good and bad) from them.

This is your opportunity to understand why Gene LeBell and his legendary life is one of the strong pillars of modern martial arts—and that is the foundation on which you and thousands of other instructors are creating the future you envision. Please visit Gene LeBell’s website at www.genelebell.com.