When people think of online martial arts training, they often imagine a lonely student copying moves from a pre-recorded video. But true online coaching is something completely different — and when done right, it can even be faster and more powerful than many in-person classes.

I believe this is one of the most beautiful gifts martial arts offers us: a way to connect deeply to ourselves through movement. You stop worrying about your to-do list, your phone, your future. You just move, breathe, and exist in that precise moment.

If you’ve ever tried to fix your form in front of a mirror, you know it’s almost impossible to catch every detail. Your brain lies to you — it fills in gaps and convinces you you’re straight when you’re twisted, or that your stance is low enough when it’s really not. Enter video analysis: my favorite tech “superpower” for both my training and coaching.