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The Inspiring Journey of Willie ‘The Bam’ Johnson (Part 7)
MAWN: You certainly were at the top and it was well deserved. How has your journey impacted your instruction? WJ: The truth is, the ultimate joy for me lies in teaching. Seeing my students surpass anything I have ever achieved brings me immense happiness. When you visit my dojo, you’ll find me actively participating in every class—backflipping, rolling around, and joking with the parents. Teaching is what I truly love. I desired to be a champion more than anything else, but jail made me realize that I am a better teacher than I am a champion. I might die on my dojo floor because of the love I have for