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Juanita Kapp

Texas
40s
Age
3+
Black Belts
10+
Years in Martial Arts
Juanita Kapp

My Fitness Story

I consider myself truly blessed to have grown up on a hunting farm in South Africa. Those early years were shaped by the outdoors-nature was my playground, and movement was instinctive. I was constantly on the go, swimming in natural springs, hiking across vast mountainous landscapes, and challenging myself with rock climbing. Being active wasn't just a pastime; it was the foundation of who I was.

Throughout my school years, I threw myself wholeheartedly into every sport available-tennis, hockey, gymnastics, cross-country, and athletics. If it got my heart racing and allowed me to move, I was in. But when I transitioned into university life, my priorities shifted. Like many students, I focused on earning my degrees, and my exercise routine inevitably slowed down. Then came the demands of work, and before I knew it, the athletic part of my life had taken a back seat.

It wasn't until my mid-thirties that I felt the pull to return to a more physically active lifestyle. I joined a gym, and not long after, I walked into a dojo. That single decision-to step into martial arts training-became the greatest gift I've ever given myself. It transformed my life completely, and I remain deeply grateful for that turning point.

Now, a decade later, I'm proud to say that I'm still going strong. I've earned my third-degree black belt in Tang Soo Do and a first-degree black belt in Shorin-Ryu Shorinkan. Martial arts has become more than a passion-it's a way of life. I continue to teach wherever I go, blending my love of travel with my dedication to the craft. In the process, I founded MMAM-Meticulous Martial Arts Mastermind-a community built around discipline, excellence, and shared growth.

In 2023, I hosted my very first MMAM Hall of Fame in Dallas, Texas. It was an unforgettable event that brought together a global community of achievers across film, music, martial arts, publishing, and more. Inductees traveled from all corners of the world to celebrate their journeys, and the atmosphere was electric-one of joy, honor, and mutual inspiration.

There's a mountain in South Africa that holds special meaning for me. I climb it often, and it just so happens to be shaped like a lion. It's where I go to train, meditate, journal, cry, and pray. Fittingly, during my early years of martial arts, I was given the nickname Lioness. Long before I noticed the mountain's feline silhouette, I had already been scaling its paths. Discovering the resemblance was a beautiful affirmation that I was aligned with my path-heart, body, and soul.

When my beloved mother passed away in 2020 from Stage 4 brain cancer, I felt compelled to create something in her honor. That's when I launched my podcast, Meticulous Moments. Its purpose is simple but powerful: to facilitate Community Upliftment Through Leadership Development. Through this platform, I've had the privilege of meeting and learning from extraordinary individuals across the globe. Each conversation leaves me more inspired than the last.

My goals for the future are rooted in expansion and impact. I want Meticulous Moments to reach even further-currently, it streams in 196 countries-and I aim to keep growing the MMAM community with even more meaningful connections and events. I envision the MMAM Hall of Fame becoming a landmark celebration in the world of martial arts and personal development, remembered as one of the most fabulous gatherings in history.

My Journey: Key Milestones

A timeline of personal growth, professional change, and community impact

Mid-30s

Return to Fitness

After a break from sports due to university and work, I returned to a physically active lifestyle by joining a gym and a dojo, which became a life-changing decision.

A Decade Later

Black Belt Accomplishments

Earned my third-degree black belt in Tang Soo Do and a first-degree black belt in Shorin-Ryu Shorinkan. Martial arts becomes a way of life.

2020

Launching a Podcast

In honor of my late mother, I launched the Meticulous Moments podcast to facilitate community upliftment through leadership development.

2023

MMAM Hall of Fame

Hosted my very first Meticulous Martial Arts Mastermind (MMAM) Hall of Fame in Dallas, Texas, bringing together a global community of achievers.

Future Goals

Expansion & Impact

I aim to expand the reach of my podcast to even more countries and grow the MMAM community, with the Hall of Fame becoming a landmark event.

My Philosophy

A message of empowerment, self-trust, and structured training

Community Upliftment

My podcast, Meticulous Moments, focuses on leadership development and is a platform for meeting and learning from extraordinary individuals around the globe.

The Lioness's Mountain

There's a mountain in South Africa shaped like a lion where I train, meditate, and reflect, and it's a beautiful affirmation of my path.

A Life of Teaching

I continue to teach martial arts wherever I go, blending my love of travel with my dedication to the craft.

Mantra

"The choices you make is the life that you live."

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