DEAR MR. MATTSON:
MY NAME AND ADDRESS IS AS FOLLOWS:
WILLIAM J. MURRAY
621 ROSA COURT
PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA 33410
IN THE YEAR 1997 I STUDIED UECHI-RYU WITH SENSEI DON BAKER AT GOLD'S GYM IN PALM BEACH GARDENS FLORIDA. ON AUGUST 21, 1997 I WAS AWARDED THE RANK OF 5TH KYU GREENBELT BY THE UNITED STATES UECHI RYU KARATAE ASSOCIATION.
I AM CURENTLY RE-LEARNING FROM YOUR BOOK UECHIRYU KARATE DO AND FROM VIDEO TAPES BY ROD MIDLIN AND PANTHER PRODUCTIONS. HOWEVER, I FEEL THAT I NEED IN PERSON TRAINING INSTRUCTION.
I WOULD APPRECIATE YOUR ASSISTANCE IN LOCATING SENSEI DON BAKER OR ADVISING ME OF THE NEAREST LOCATION THAT I COULD RECEIVE INSTRUCTION.
THANKING YOU IN ADVANCE
WILLILAM J. MURRAY
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Real Martial Artist!
Inner Training/Outer Training.
I remember a lesson my Sensei once taught me when I was about twelve or thirteen.
We had this sort of 'inner-circle' group of very serious people that I was about to be welcomed into, people in the group called it 'Warrior's Journey' and one of the books we had to read as part of the initial entrance was 'Way of the Peaceful Warrior' by Dan Millman.
At the time I didn't really understand it, but after so many years since then, things have really sunk in.
The lesson in question was about sweeping the floor. Bud Cook Sensei, the Chief Instructor of the Aikido Program at the Evergreen Learning Center was sweeping the Dojo floor, Sensei told me to go take the broom from him and sweep myself, to share the responsibility of Dojo cleaning, he compared it to Shoji, or Temple Cleaning in Zen Buddhist Temples.
I hesitated, I asked Cook Sensei if he would like me to do the sweeping, he said no and continued to sweep the floor, unsure of myself, I simply backed away, taking his word for it.
Sensei got up, took the broom from Cook Sensei and swept the floor in his place, I did not understand the meaning of the lesson at that time, I think I was a bit too young to understand the deeper aspects or the magnitude of the journey on which I was about to embark.
Karate, for me, had been more about tournaments and sport, something interesting to do after school and a group of friends to do it with.
Kata, at that time, was a dance used to gain points the way they do with forms in Gymnastics, and sparring was something completely different, neither one seemed to coincide, but again, I was too young to think twice about any of it.
That all changed very quickly, and it did not take long for me to begin to question the way things were done.
Now I realize the lesson behind sweeping the floor in Sensei's place. It was not about respecting their authority, although I am certain this was an aspect of it, but it was more about my hesitation to do so.
If I hesitated in grabbing the broom, how can I expect to respond quickly and effectively in other areas, whether they are fighting, working, or anything else.
It is about training the mind as much as training the body. If the mind is hesitant, uncertain, whatever the case may be, then it will reflect not only in Karate technique, but every other aspect of life as well.
You will not be able to land a powerful strike, you will not be able to execute an effective lock or escape or throw, your body will be broken, you will be out of harmony with yourself.
In other areas you might not perform well at your job, which will effect that next promotion or pay raise, it will effect how you drive a car, how you walk down the street, how you interact with others, even in the smallest way.
In training we not only seek to be effective Karateka, we seek to be effective human beings.
We seek to eliminate this sort of thing from every aspect of our lives, to delve into things with the ferocity, focus, and indomitable spirit of a warrior on a battlefield.
This, too, will reflect not only in our Karate, but in EVERY SINGLE ASPECT OF OUR LIVES.
These days this sort of thing seems to be overlooked in many schools, both traditional and non-traditional alike.
People think it is all physical, they work their muscles, they train their bodies hard, but neglect the internal aspect of training altogether. This is only half a Karateka.
There is a huge difference between a mere fighter and a Martial Artist, and that difference is in how much they train or do not train in the above aspect.
I remember a lesson my Sensei once taught me when I was about twelve or thirteen.
We had this sort of 'inner-circle' group of very serious people that I was about to be welcomed into, people in the group called it 'Warrior's Journey' and one of the books we had to read as part of the initial entrance was 'Way of the Peaceful Warrior' by Dan Millman.
At the time I didn't really understand it, but after so many years since then, things have really sunk in.
The lesson in question was about sweeping the floor. Bud Cook Sensei, the Chief Instructor of the Aikido Program at the Evergreen Learning Center was sweeping the Dojo floor, Sensei told me to go take the broom from him and sweep myself, to share the responsibility of Dojo cleaning, he compared it to Shoji, or Temple Cleaning in Zen Buddhist Temples.
I hesitated, I asked Cook Sensei if he would like me to do the sweeping, he said no and continued to sweep the floor, unsure of myself, I simply backed away, taking his word for it.
Sensei got up, took the broom from Cook Sensei and swept the floor in his place, I did not understand the meaning of the lesson at that time, I think I was a bit too young to understand the deeper aspects or the magnitude of the journey on which I was about to embark.
Karate, for me, had been more about tournaments and sport, something interesting to do after school and a group of friends to do it with.
Kata, at that time, was a dance used to gain points the way they do with forms in Gymnastics, and sparring was something completely different, neither one seemed to coincide, but again, I was too young to think twice about any of it.
That all changed very quickly, and it did not take long for me to begin to question the way things were done.
Now I realize the lesson behind sweeping the floor in Sensei's place. It was not about respecting their authority, although I am certain this was an aspect of it, but it was more about my hesitation to do so.
If I hesitated in grabbing the broom, how can I expect to respond quickly and effectively in other areas, whether they are fighting, working, or anything else.
It is about training the mind as much as training the body. If the mind is hesitant, uncertain, whatever the case may be, then it will reflect not only in Karate technique, but every other aspect of life as well.
You will not be able to land a powerful strike, you will not be able to execute an effective lock or escape or throw, your body will be broken, you will be out of harmony with yourself.
In other areas you might not perform well at your job, which will effect that next promotion or pay raise, it will effect how you drive a car, how you walk down the street, how you interact with others, even in the smallest way.
In training we not only seek to be effective Karateka, we seek to be effective human beings.
We seek to eliminate this sort of thing from every aspect of our lives, to delve into things with the ferocity, focus, and indomitable spirit of a warrior on a battlefield.
This, too, will reflect not only in our Karate, but in EVERY SINGLE ASPECT OF OUR LIVES.
These days this sort of thing seems to be overlooked in many schools, both traditional and non-traditional alike.
People think it is all physical, they work their muscles, they train their bodies hard, but neglect the internal aspect of training altogether. This is only half a Karateka.
There is a huge difference between a mere fighter and a Martial Artist, and that difference is in how much they train or do not train in the above aspect.
Remember Mike Black??
George: If I remember, I came in 4th place in black belt fighting at your 1971 or 1972 tournament in Boston. I was the only one in the whole tournament that had to go to the hospital (Dennis Passeretti broke my glasses that cut me over my eye). Ahhh the good old days....lol. Plus Joe Campisi (my instructor) and I always tried to attend your events whenever possible.
Let me know anytime you might want to visit the Gainesville area. My wife Angela (a former George Pesare student), cooks a mean lasagna.
Mike Black
George Mattson wrote:
> OK. . . Now I remember you!
>
> :)
>
> Best,
> George
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Michael Black [mailto:mblack@gator.net]
> Sent: Wednesday, May 21, 2008 9:19 AM
> To: George Mattson
> Subject: Re: Tounament
>
> Sensei Mattson:
>
> Thank you for your response. Say hi to everyone up in New England for
> me. I have many fond memories of my battles with some of your students.
> I really loved getting beaten up by the likes of Jim Maloney and Bob
> Bethony but at least I gave them their money's worth. Make sure you
> have some of that great lobster up there.
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Mike Black
>
> George Mattson wrote:
>
>> Hi Mike:
>>
>> Many thanks for your kind invitation. I'm scheduled to be in New
>> England on the 16^th , but if I can get back to Florida early, I'd be
>> honored to attend your tournament.
>>
>> I've posted your announcement in my dojo and a couple of my black
>> belts said they will be attending.
>>
>> Good luck with your tournament and please stay in touch.
>>
>> Best,
>>
>> George Mattson
Let me know anytime you might want to visit the Gainesville area. My wife Angela (a former George Pesare student), cooks a mean lasagna.
Mike Black
George Mattson wrote:
> OK. . . Now I remember you!
>
> :)
>
> Best,
> George
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Michael Black [mailto:mblack@gator.net]
> Sent: Wednesday, May 21, 2008 9:19 AM
> To: George Mattson
> Subject: Re: Tounament
>
> Sensei Mattson:
>
> Thank you for your response. Say hi to everyone up in New England for
> me. I have many fond memories of my battles with some of your students.
> I really loved getting beaten up by the likes of Jim Maloney and Bob
> Bethony but at least I gave them their money's worth. Make sure you
> have some of that great lobster up there.
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Mike Black
>
> George Mattson wrote:
>
>> Hi Mike:
>>
>> Many thanks for your kind invitation. I'm scheduled to be in New
>> England on the 16^th , but if I can get back to Florida early, I'd be
>> honored to attend your tournament.
>>
>> I've posted your announcement in my dojo and a couple of my black
>> belts said they will be attending.
>>
>> Good luck with your tournament and please stay in touch.
>>
>> Best,
>>
>> George Mattson
Hi From Andy Hanson...
Hi George -
For some totally odd reason I was wondering what ever happened to
Harry Brawley, googled him and found that you had moved to Florida
and had become a blogosphere of your own! I'll actually be in Boston
Sunday and Monday, and had been wondering if you would still be there,
but it seems not.
Anyway, I'm doing fine, still work out (in the middle of a long jog) several
times a week, though I do just the basic three kata slowly and strongly so as to
maintain the aging joints in good shape. Check out my web page - you
might still recognize me - you look the same as ever in your photo :-)
http://www.cs.indiana.edu/~hanson/
Take care - hope you are well.
Best wishes, Andy Hanson
(from all the way back at Columbus Avenue,
with Dave Ruth and Dick Philbrick, all recruited to Uechi-Ryu
by Will Zachman as I recall)
For some totally odd reason I was wondering what ever happened to
Harry Brawley, googled him and found that you had moved to Florida
and had become a blogosphere of your own! I'll actually be in Boston
Sunday and Monday, and had been wondering if you would still be there,
but it seems not.
Anyway, I'm doing fine, still work out (in the middle of a long jog) several
times a week, though I do just the basic three kata slowly and strongly so as to
maintain the aging joints in good shape. Check out my web page - you
might still recognize me - you look the same as ever in your photo :-)
http://www.cs.indiana.edu/~hanson/
Take care - hope you are well.
Best wishes, Andy Hanson
(from all the way back at Columbus Avenue,
with Dave Ruth and Dick Philbrick, all recruited to Uechi-Ryu
by Will Zachman as I recall)
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Where do you want to start
I always look forward to receiving email from Terry Bryan. This one is really good and one I hope you will enjoy.
George
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Spring is here and most people understand that spring time it the time to renew and set things straight. For thousands of years, people have learned that you plan and plant in the spring, work hard during the summer and get a harvest in the fall. As you start reviewing what you need to do this spring in order for you to reach your harvest goals this fall, now is the time to start with a fresh look at where you are at and what you want to achieve. The following was written by Lee Milteer that I have permission to share with my inner circle students
Part of redefining your future deals with having specific, measurable, timely, achievable, and realistic goals. Here are some questions to ask yourself that will help you to create these for your future. Mold the examples below to fit you and your lifestyle.
Physical: In the next year, exactly what are you going to do to become healthier and in better shape?
• Exactly what do you want to weigh?
• What is the date that you will be your ideal weight?
• What are you willing to do to reach that weight?
• What type of foods are you now going to start to eat to nurture your body?
• What foods are you going to eliminate from your diet?
• What support system could you use?
• What physical exercise will you start?
• What sports do you want to learn or improve in?
• How often and how long will you exercise?
• Where will you exercise?
• Who could you form a support system with to keep yourself motivated to exercise?
Family: What can you do to create a closer, more harmonious relationship with your spouse, children, parents, in-laws, and relatives?
• What can you do to be a better role model?
• What family activities could you start to improve your relationships?
• How can you reinforce the positive in your relationships?
• How can you express your love to your family better?
Career or Profession: What could you do to improve your level of enjoyment for your work?
• How can you earn more money or get a promotion?
• How can you keep a positive attitude?
• What strategies can you use to continue your education and improve your life skills?
• What professional groups could you join to improve your networking skills?
• Are you really happy with this position? If not, where do you really want to be?
Mental or Self-Development: How can you improve yourself over the next year?
• What type of self-improvement courses will you take?
• How many non-fiction books are you going to read this year?
• How many audio programs will you invest in this year?
• What new skills and procedures will you learn this year?
• What programs are you adding to your personal computer (your brain)?
• What lectures are you planning to attend this year?
Financial: What will you do to improve your finances this year?
• How much are you going to save this year?
• How much are you saving for retirement?
• How much are you budgeting for your education fund?
• What type of investments do you plan to make this year?
• How much do you plan on saving in five years? In ten years?
Community Support: What can you do this year to be active in your community?
• What volunteer work are you planning for this year?
• What civic office or committee could benefit from your time?
• How much can you donate of your time and money to worthwhile projects?
Spirituality: How will you improve your spirituality this year?
• What can you do daily to feel more in touch with yourself and your creator?
• What are you doing to heal yourself emotionally?
Personal Appearance: How will you improve your appearance this year?
• What are you going to do to look and feel your very best?
• What areas of appearance need attention?
• What clothes, hair, makeup, personal style need to be updated?
Free Time and Hobbies: How will you give yourself more free time?
• How many times per week can you play?
• When can you schedule play time for yourself and your family and friends?
• Where do you want to go on vacation this year?
Stress Management: How can you reduce your negative stress load?
• How can you relax and enjoy your life and your blessings?
• How can you create an environment that supports you?
Creativity: What will you do to foster your creativity this year?
• How can you use your creativity to improve the quality of your life?
• How can you tap into your creativity to make more money and security in your future?
Personal Relationships: How will you improve your personal relationships this year?
• What can you do that will strengthen your relationships with friends, neighbors, co-workers, and associates?
• How can you release all blame, guilt, anger, and grudges towards other people?
• How can you show appreciation to your friends more often?
Start Now
Spend one hour fantasizing about what you want your life to look like at the end of this year. Answer all the above questions and add some questions of your own. Write out your answers with as much detail as possible. Setting goals helps you produce specific, measurable, long-lasting changes in yourself. This simple act of getting started will do more for your success than nearly anything else possible. The only true limitation in life is our lack of belief in our own abilities.
This strategy for redefining your future will transform you from being a thinker with good intentions to a doer and achiever. You’ll be more motivated, optimistic, and you’ll feel more in control of your life than ever before. Your point of power is always in the present. Focus your energies in the direction of your heart’s desires.
To Your Success,
Terry Bryan and Lee Milteer
George
==========================================================
Spring is here and most people understand that spring time it the time to renew and set things straight. For thousands of years, people have learned that you plan and plant in the spring, work hard during the summer and get a harvest in the fall. As you start reviewing what you need to do this spring in order for you to reach your harvest goals this fall, now is the time to start with a fresh look at where you are at and what you want to achieve. The following was written by Lee Milteer that I have permission to share with my inner circle students
Part of redefining your future deals with having specific, measurable, timely, achievable, and realistic goals. Here are some questions to ask yourself that will help you to create these for your future. Mold the examples below to fit you and your lifestyle.
Physical: In the next year, exactly what are you going to do to become healthier and in better shape?
• Exactly what do you want to weigh?
• What is the date that you will be your ideal weight?
• What are you willing to do to reach that weight?
• What type of foods are you now going to start to eat to nurture your body?
• What foods are you going to eliminate from your diet?
• What support system could you use?
• What physical exercise will you start?
• What sports do you want to learn or improve in?
• How often and how long will you exercise?
• Where will you exercise?
• Who could you form a support system with to keep yourself motivated to exercise?
Family: What can you do to create a closer, more harmonious relationship with your spouse, children, parents, in-laws, and relatives?
• What can you do to be a better role model?
• What family activities could you start to improve your relationships?
• How can you reinforce the positive in your relationships?
• How can you express your love to your family better?
Career or Profession: What could you do to improve your level of enjoyment for your work?
• How can you earn more money or get a promotion?
• How can you keep a positive attitude?
• What strategies can you use to continue your education and improve your life skills?
• What professional groups could you join to improve your networking skills?
• Are you really happy with this position? If not, where do you really want to be?
Mental or Self-Development: How can you improve yourself over the next year?
• What type of self-improvement courses will you take?
• How many non-fiction books are you going to read this year?
• How many audio programs will you invest in this year?
• What new skills and procedures will you learn this year?
• What programs are you adding to your personal computer (your brain)?
• What lectures are you planning to attend this year?
Financial: What will you do to improve your finances this year?
• How much are you going to save this year?
• How much are you saving for retirement?
• How much are you budgeting for your education fund?
• What type of investments do you plan to make this year?
• How much do you plan on saving in five years? In ten years?
Community Support: What can you do this year to be active in your community?
• What volunteer work are you planning for this year?
• What civic office or committee could benefit from your time?
• How much can you donate of your time and money to worthwhile projects?
Spirituality: How will you improve your spirituality this year?
• What can you do daily to feel more in touch with yourself and your creator?
• What are you doing to heal yourself emotionally?
Personal Appearance: How will you improve your appearance this year?
• What are you going to do to look and feel your very best?
• What areas of appearance need attention?
• What clothes, hair, makeup, personal style need to be updated?
Free Time and Hobbies: How will you give yourself more free time?
• How many times per week can you play?
• When can you schedule play time for yourself and your family and friends?
• Where do you want to go on vacation this year?
Stress Management: How can you reduce your negative stress load?
• How can you relax and enjoy your life and your blessings?
• How can you create an environment that supports you?
Creativity: What will you do to foster your creativity this year?
• How can you use your creativity to improve the quality of your life?
• How can you tap into your creativity to make more money and security in your future?
Personal Relationships: How will you improve your personal relationships this year?
• What can you do that will strengthen your relationships with friends, neighbors, co-workers, and associates?
• How can you release all blame, guilt, anger, and grudges towards other people?
• How can you show appreciation to your friends more often?
Start Now
Spend one hour fantasizing about what you want your life to look like at the end of this year. Answer all the above questions and add some questions of your own. Write out your answers with as much detail as possible. Setting goals helps you produce specific, measurable, long-lasting changes in yourself. This simple act of getting started will do more for your success than nearly anything else possible. The only true limitation in life is our lack of belief in our own abilities.
This strategy for redefining your future will transform you from being a thinker with good intentions to a doer and achiever. You’ll be more motivated, optimistic, and you’ll feel more in control of your life than ever before. Your point of power is always in the present. Focus your energies in the direction of your heart’s desires.
To Your Success,
Terry Bryan and Lee Milteer
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Practice basics - because all basics are alike!
Activities Schedule: March 21-25th, 2008 - see below
Suryadi Jafri, always questioned us on what is correct. "Practice this way, practice that way, what do you practice?" The answer was simple, practice basics, because all basics are alike. But which technique do I use? "The one that works", was his reply.
Sound simple, yes, but the work you do in practice must adhere to the principles of why you practice. Practice for..... do not practice against. Many individuals have questioned the way I teach, have gone so far as to criticize, ridicule and in other ways put someone or some system down. The key to the madness of what to practice or with whom to practice with is a simple.
Do not rely on the system studied, but the teacher sharing is the key. I have been well recommended by people that know the deal. Others that bring negativity to the scene are usually the ones hat have not done the practice or consider themselves the one and only true (blah, blah) you know the deal. So I say to you, why not just practice by being for the practice you make. Being against someone or the way they do it won't help you. That's why I always say, when asked, why not see what others are saying that KNOW me, have worked with me, and understand what and why we practice, so see for yourself at http://kalisilat.org/testimony.html
This then comes down to again what works in a real situation. In a real situation, you probably won't be ready, unless you're on the battlefield. (Yes, as in war.) Because we don't live on the battlefield, but do occasionally cross it I say you have to rely on your instinct. If you think something is wrong, it's probably so. This is why many educated individuals realize success in practice, and in life because they strive for the importance of being positive. Being positive reaps positive energy. As Dr. Wayne Dyer would say, "being for something" is a positive energy. Being against something is a negative energy, which side do you live on?
And this brings me to the understanding as to what practice I should make, being for Pekiti Tirsia, is correct, because in this system we were shown from the beginning what is the system. Made up of the original 36 attacks, it was expended on with one more drill which brought us to 42 strikes in the system practiced in with every method of the footwork individually.
If you know where to look, then look there again, Kali Silat resides in the same place.
Saturdays, Sundays Kali Silat in Chinatown, NYC. - Starting warm weather 50 + 7:30am to 10:00 AM - cold weather we are in the Parks Department Bulding 9:30am Saturday / Sunday at 77 Mulberry St. BLT Sporting - store both in Chinatown, NYC. Classes taught by Guru Paul White in Chinatwon during 22, 23 of March as usual.
Activities Schedule: March 21-25th, 2008
March 21- 25th, 2008 5 Day program at Hybrid Academy, 5476 Va. Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach, VA 23462 This is an intensive instructor candidate program. If you have students and are not teaching you can add Kali Silat to your school's program. We look forward to being together with our friends, with Master Dennis Ocampo, Guru Gerry, Guru Gary, and other well known instructors in the systems of martial arts, including guest speaker Herbalist, Guru Thorin Blanco. - See you in Virginia Beach for a program you won't believe, do the work and you get it, it is quite simple, but very profound. regards, Greg
Suryadi Jafri, always questioned us on what is correct. "Practice this way, practice that way, what do you practice?" The answer was simple, practice basics, because all basics are alike. But which technique do I use? "The one that works", was his reply.
Sound simple, yes, but the work you do in practice must adhere to the principles of why you practice. Practice for..... do not practice against. Many individuals have questioned the way I teach, have gone so far as to criticize, ridicule and in other ways put someone or some system down. The key to the madness of what to practice or with whom to practice with is a simple.
Do not rely on the system studied, but the teacher sharing is the key. I have been well recommended by people that know the deal. Others that bring negativity to the scene are usually the ones hat have not done the practice or consider themselves the one and only true (blah, blah) you know the deal. So I say to you, why not just practice by being for the practice you make. Being against someone or the way they do it won't help you. That's why I always say, when asked, why not see what others are saying that KNOW me, have worked with me, and understand what and why we practice, so see for yourself at http://kalisilat.org/testimony.html
This then comes down to again what works in a real situation. In a real situation, you probably won't be ready, unless you're on the battlefield. (Yes, as in war.) Because we don't live on the battlefield, but do occasionally cross it I say you have to rely on your instinct. If you think something is wrong, it's probably so. This is why many educated individuals realize success in practice, and in life because they strive for the importance of being positive. Being positive reaps positive energy. As Dr. Wayne Dyer would say, "being for something" is a positive energy. Being against something is a negative energy, which side do you live on?
And this brings me to the understanding as to what practice I should make, being for Pekiti Tirsia, is correct, because in this system we were shown from the beginning what is the system. Made up of the original 36 attacks, it was expended on with one more drill which brought us to 42 strikes in the system practiced in with every method of the footwork individually.
If you know where to look, then look there again, Kali Silat resides in the same place.
Saturdays, Sundays Kali Silat in Chinatown, NYC. - Starting warm weather 50 + 7:30am to 10:00 AM - cold weather we are in the Parks Department Bulding 9:30am Saturday / Sunday at 77 Mulberry St. BLT Sporting - store both in Chinatown, NYC. Classes taught by Guru Paul White in Chinatwon during 22, 23 of March as usual.
Activities Schedule: March 21-25th, 2008
March 21- 25th, 2008 5 Day program at Hybrid Academy, 5476 Va. Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach, VA 23462 This is an intensive instructor candidate program. If you have students and are not teaching you can add Kali Silat to your school's program. We look forward to being together with our friends, with Master Dennis Ocampo, Guru Gerry, Guru Gary, and other well known instructors in the systems of martial arts, including guest speaker Herbalist, Guru Thorin Blanco. - See you in Virginia Beach for a program you won't believe, do the work and you get it, it is quite simple, but very profound. regards, Greg
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
New York Dojo
George,
Long time no speak. I hope all is going well with you and Susan and you are enjoying your retirement in Florida. Someday I will pay you a visit.
All is good here in NY. Just working hard and trying to keep very fit. I have started a new Uechi-Ryu School in the Long Island area and just to let you know so you can spread the news to the Uechi community and maybe mention it on the Uechi website. . Can you do me a big favor and please update my phone number on the Uechi directory as 516-467-4825 as well. Thank you.
Although the class will be taught traditional Uechi as we know it, with my blackbelt in Judo as well I will be working with students separately on how to combine both Uechi and Judo technique, throws, foot sweeps and grappling etc for a very powerful and practical form of self defense. I have trained and competed in Judo around the country with some of the best including Jimmy Pedro and ultimate fight Igor Zinoviev of Russia who trains in NY.
I believe Jay and I will be planning on attending the camp this year with a few of my students. (Job permitting of course). I am hoping that this email finds you and the family happy and healthy and I look forward to our long standing relationship and fondness for the arts.
Best regards always,
Chris
Chris Ronzoni
Long time no speak. I hope all is going well with you and Susan and you are enjoying your retirement in Florida. Someday I will pay you a visit.
All is good here in NY. Just working hard and trying to keep very fit. I have started a new Uechi-Ryu School in the Long Island area and just to let you know so you can spread the news to the Uechi community and maybe mention it on the Uechi website. . Can you do me a big favor and please update my phone number on the Uechi directory as 516-467-4825 as well. Thank you.
Although the class will be taught traditional Uechi as we know it, with my blackbelt in Judo as well I will be working with students separately on how to combine both Uechi and Judo technique, throws, foot sweeps and grappling etc for a very powerful and practical form of self defense. I have trained and competed in Judo around the country with some of the best including Jimmy Pedro and ultimate fight Igor Zinoviev of Russia who trains in NY.
I believe Jay and I will be planning on attending the camp this year with a few of my students. (Job permitting of course). I am hoping that this email finds you and the family happy and healthy and I look forward to our long standing relationship and fondness for the arts.
Best regards always,
Chris
Chris Ronzoni
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