Why do CEOs of tech companies practice Karate?

Is it effective for leadership & team development?

Can people in their 50s and 60s train?

The CEO of Saxo Bank, Kim Fournais, claims Karate gives him a competitive advantage.

Barack Obama and retired CEOs like Dan Schulman (PayPal) and Brad D. Smith (Intuit) have also profited from martial arts: agility, change management, innovation and resilience.

In addition, there are personal benefits: making exercise fun, training your whole body, better sleep, etc.


KarateCEO = Ancient Japanese Warm-Up + Light Contact Karate

- exclusive for senior managers
- business focus
(main goal is to give you an edge)
- VIP service/flexible format
- flexible times
- flexible location and online


Many amazing Karate instructors do not know how to teach busy CEOs and leaders. Either their method requires too much time or it’s dangerous for people over 40 years old.
- Very few instructors know the Ancient Japanese Warm-Up/Exercise Routine.
(This routine is a complete body workout that can be done anywhere without equipment.)


Sensei Tessler has designed the perfect format for CEOs with various options incl. a 20-minute online session.

“Excellent program for CEOs and senior managers! I participated in this Introduction to Karate program and I strongly recommend it. Even if you are not athletic or a fan of martial arts, you will greatly benefit from the ancient Japanese exercise routine.”
— Dr. Conrad Pramboeck (Juris Doctor)
“If you are a busy executive or business owner, then you will definitely benefit from Greg’s ancient Japanese exercise routine. The short version takes fewer than 20 minutes and it can be done almost anywhere! At 6:45 am, Greg and I start the virtual training via video conference. It’s very efficient. (Since I do the sessions from the comfort of my home, I don’t have to drive to the country club/gym, change, shower a second time etc)”
— David Schwalb (Juris Doctor) specializes in real estate law


Would you like to try it? (register below)

Not sure? Let’s bet that 1 Japanese wonder warm-up or Karate lesson is more effective than 1 lecture on fostering innovation, change management, business agility, etc.

5 differences to other Karate and martial arts courses

  1. Safe for Senior Executives
    - Sensei Tessler searched and found the perfect warm-up for CEOs and older people.
    - If you are concerned about COVID, lessons can be conducted in Sensei Tessler’s garden or online.

  2. Business Focus
    - KarateCEO can also help your company.

  3. Modern Methods & Technology
    - no karate outfit required
    - innovative use of technology

  4. VIP Service & Quality
    - tailored to your schedule
    - tailored to your needs
    - 2 top instructors

  5. Training in English
    - This course will be conducted by native English speakers.

Are you ready to expand your comfort zone and try something new?
If you are still hesitant, just try the ancient Japanese exercise routine.
It’s done standing (no mat required) and it’s a fun team building activity.

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