Dojo Development | The Shintaro Higashi Show
From The Shintaro Higashi Show by Shintaro Higashi
February 28, 2026 · 14 min
About this episode
Shintaro and David discuss the growth of Shintaro's dojo network and the importance of marketing and business strategies in martial arts.
In this episode of the Shintaro Higashi Show, Shintaro and David Kim discuss the growth of Shintaro's dojo network, exploring the idea of affiliations rather than franchises. They delve into marketing strategies for dojos, the importance of business acumen in martial arts, and personal updates on rehabilitation and upcoming events. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities in expanding a martial arts business while maintaining quality and community engagement.TakeawaysShintaro is expanding his dojo network through affiliations.Franchising involves complex legalities that Shintaro wants to avoid.The focus is on helping others open dojos without being directly involved.Marketing and business strategies are crucial for dojo success.Shintaro emphasizes the importance of training staff and student engagement.He plans to conduct seminars to support partner dojos.The conversation touches on personal health and rehabilitation journeys.Shintaro is open to collaboration and sharing resources.Upcoming events include a seminar and Olympic qualifications for judo.The hosts express gratitude for their audience's support.00:00 Welcome Back and New Beginnings02:51 Expanding…
People in this episode
Host: Shintaro Higashi
Guest: David Kim
Topics covered
- dojo development
- martial arts business
- marketing strategies
- rehabilitation
- community engagement
- seminars
Keywords
- dojo network
- affiliations
- franchising
- marketing strategies
- business acumen
- seminars
- rehabilitation
- community engagement
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Shintaro's dojo network
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