Sent: Monday, January 17, 2011 7:58 AM
To: George
Subject: MAGAZINE and BOOK
Dear Sensei, your article is printed. We have copies next week and also the full interview just been printed in KARATE MASTERS Vol. 4 Please give an address to send you some copies!
Warmest regards!
Jose
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Hi Jose:
My students have been "bugging" Books a Million for the past few weeks and were standing in line yesterday when the store assured them that the new issue would be on the shelves. I even got excited and drove over to purchase what I believe was their last copy!
You did a great job with the grizzly-old-man pictures you had to work with. Hopefully some of your readers will appreciate my view of traditional MA and will understand how important steady and healthful training is in what many of us practice and love.
Again, thanks Jose.
Best,
George
Monday, January 17, 2011
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Superempi quiestion
Happy New Year Mr. Mattson Sensei;
I was curious as to if you could point me in the right direction to find out more about the Superempi kata. Has it replaced the Seichin kata as number 4? I was a little confused since I don't visit the forums anymore. Or is it just being called the fourth of Master Kanbun's that he brought back? As opposed to three?
Winter Fest sounds so incredibly exciting. I wish we were not so far away and hmmm financially challenged for things like that ;)
Your book looks gorgeous and I wish you extremely great success with it.
Thank you for your time, Sir;
Kerry A Morgan
Hi Kerry:
Trying to catch up on my email.
You can get the superempi dvd on the Uechi store. We have been teaching it for quite a few years and of all the Chinese forms we’ve seen and worked with, this one fits the required Uechi template to qualify as one of our kata.
At this time we just call it a Uechi-ryu “supplemental” kata, but. . . who knows.
Best,
I was curious as to if you could point me in the right direction to find out more about the Superempi kata. Has it replaced the Seichin kata as number 4? I was a little confused since I don't visit the forums anymore. Or is it just being called the fourth of Master Kanbun's that he brought back? As opposed to three?
Winter Fest sounds so incredibly exciting. I wish we were not so far away and hmmm financially challenged for things like that ;)
Your book looks gorgeous and I wish you extremely great success with it.
Thank you for your time, Sir;
Kerry A Morgan
Hi Kerry:
Trying to catch up on my email.
You can get the superempi dvd on the Uechi store. We have been teaching it for quite a few years and of all the Chinese forms we’ve seen and worked with, this one fits the required Uechi template to qualify as one of our kata.
At this time we just call it a Uechi-ryu “supplemental” kata, but. . . who knows.
Best,
Sunday, January 9, 2011
From Bob Moorman's brother. . .
George:
Many years ago, back in the 60's, a troubled young man happened into your path and you took him in, gave him a place to stay and offered him Karate training; this person went on to become a black belt and opened a school on the West Coast in Encinitas, California-where you used to visit to certify black belt candidates.
This young man was my brother Robert Moorman, or affectionately known as "Bob".
Bob passed away about a dozen years ago, leaving behind a son, Ananda, who continues to live in Encinitas.
I wanted to bring up Bob's memory to you and to express my enduring appreciation for the profound influence you had on his life.
I can see from your e-mails that you remain the warrior that I remember, even as you and I both enter a period at least beyond three score and ten.
I invite you to put some of this in your newsletter.
And again, thank you Peaceful Warrior George.
Jere Moorman/Napa/CA
Many years ago, back in the 60's, a troubled young man happened into your path and you took him in, gave him a place to stay and offered him Karate training; this person went on to become a black belt and opened a school on the West Coast in Encinitas, California-where you used to visit to certify black belt candidates.
This young man was my brother Robert Moorman, or affectionately known as "Bob".
Bob passed away about a dozen years ago, leaving behind a son, Ananda, who continues to live in Encinitas.
I wanted to bring up Bob's memory to you and to express my enduring appreciation for the profound influence you had on his life.
I can see from your e-mails that you remain the warrior that I remember, even as you and I both enter a period at least beyond three score and ten.
I invite you to put some of this in your newsletter.
And again, thank you Peaceful Warrior George.
Jere Moorman/Napa/CA
Monday, November 22, 2010
Mr. Mattson"
On the suggestion of my sensei, Tracy Rose, from the Northboro dojo ,I hope that I am not being too forward by asking you for direction on a matter which I would like to eventually present to you in the form of a written essay...The topic is the anatomical/kinesiology correctness of the Uechi style (succinctly stated)
I have been a Uechi student for close to 17 years, presently a sandan, I am also a practicing physician for the last 35 years, specializing in cardiology. The more I practice the Uechi-style the more convinced I become of its anatomical correctness and its sound basis in human kinesiology (musculo-skeketal movement) to maximize strength movement and mechanical advantage (in other words: no mythical or supernatural powers...basically perfecting human body mechanics) .
I would like to explore this concept with any reference material or people in the discipline who have similar thoughts , in order to compose an essay...Many of the thoughts which I produce to my sensei and class are my own perceptions and interpretations...I would like to explore if there are other students or masters have thoughts which they could share
John Ferullo
[Hi John... Very interesting topic for discussion. With your permission, I'll post your letter on Bill Glasheen's forum and my mailblog]
On the suggestion of my sensei, Tracy Rose, from the Northboro dojo ,I hope that I am not being too forward by asking you for direction on a matter which I would like to eventually present to you in the form of a written essay...The topic is the anatomical/kinesiology correctness of the Uechi style (succinctly stated)
I have been a Uechi student for close to 17 years, presently a sandan, I am also a practicing physician for the last 35 years, specializing in cardiology. The more I practice the Uechi-style the more convinced I become of its anatomical correctness and its sound basis in human kinesiology (musculo-skeketal movement) to maximize strength movement and mechanical advantage (in other words: no mythical or supernatural powers...basically perfecting human body mechanics) .
I would like to explore this concept with any reference material or people in the discipline who have similar thoughts , in order to compose an essay...Many of the thoughts which I produce to my sensei and class are my own perceptions and interpretations...I would like to explore if there are other students or masters have thoughts which they could share
John Ferullo
[Hi John... Very interesting topic for discussion. With your permission, I'll post your letter on Bill Glasheen's forum and my mailblog]
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Old Student remembers. . .
Subject: Brockton dojo
Dear Sensei Mattson:
For several years in the late 60s and early 70s I, along with my two
younger brothers, attended children's classes at your Brockton dojo. I
just wanted to drop you a note to thank you for the opportunities the
school presented. While I haven't kept up my study of Uechi, the
discipline and other lessons I learned during those years most certainly
helped me to succeed in school and well beyond.
All best,
James Lowder
http://www.jameslowder.com/The%20Screaming%20Tower.html
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Dear James:
Many thanks for contacting me and for the kind words regarding your karate experiences in our Brockton dojo.
I've checked your web site and am very impressed with everything you have accomplished.
Please stay in touch and continue to enjoy life. . .
Best,
George
http://uechi-ryu.com
Dear Sensei Mattson:
For several years in the late 60s and early 70s I, along with my two
younger brothers, attended children's classes at your Brockton dojo. I
just wanted to drop you a note to thank you for the opportunities the
school presented. While I haven't kept up my study of Uechi, the
discipline and other lessons I learned during those years most certainly
helped me to succeed in school and well beyond.
All best,
James Lowder
http://www.jameslowder.com/The%20Screaming%20Tower.html
===================================================
Dear James:
Many thanks for contacting me and for the kind words regarding your karate experiences in our Brockton dojo.
I've checked your web site and am very impressed with everything you have accomplished.
Please stay in touch and continue to enjoy life. . .
Best,
George
http://uechi-ryu.com
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Mount Dora Classes. . .
Mr. Mattson,
In July you generously included my grandson Andy in your karate classes! He was only visiting for one week however. His attendance at two classes impacted him very positively. I wanted you and all the teachers to know what valuable lessons they are sharing. Thank you so much.
I have written to the mount Dora Parks and Recreation Department sharing my appreciation. Mount Dora and Lake County is very fortunate to have such activities available with dedicated teachers.
Sincerely,
Marjorie Hill
Thank you very much Marjorie, for your very kind letter. Your grandson Andy did very well in class and we are all very pleased with his performance and enthusiastic participation in class. Hopefully he will visit our dojo again and your future.
George E. Mattson
In July you generously included my grandson Andy in your karate classes! He was only visiting for one week however. His attendance at two classes impacted him very positively. I wanted you and all the teachers to know what valuable lessons they are sharing. Thank you so much.
I have written to the mount Dora Parks and Recreation Department sharing my appreciation. Mount Dora and Lake County is very fortunate to have such activities available with dedicated teachers.
Sincerely,
Marjorie Hill
Thank you very much Marjorie, for your very kind letter. Your grandson Andy did very well in class and we are all very pleased with his performance and enthusiastic participation in class. Hopefully he will visit our dojo again and your future.
George E. Mattson
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
SummerFest 2010 Feedback. . .
Sensei Mattson:
While this year's economy "2010" may have stymied some people's attendance, I found this Summerfest invigorating, educational and inspirational.
I was able to spend quality time in several workshops, and that same quality time with several of the instructors, answering questions and instructing me in techniques. As usual, I thoroughly enjoyed my time with you doing sanchin on the beach. You always provide me with insight and strategies with which to share with my students.
I enjoyed the casualness and flexibility this year as everyone seemed less pushed and we could do more quality technique and instruction because of this. I reviewed and reestablished many new friendships, an aspect of the Summerfest which may get overlooked. Many of my students know that, as they travel, they would be welcomed in most dojos!
I do hope you continue to have Summerfest as this is a great experience for all. Thank you again for being an inspiration in the martial arts community as well as to each of us individually. I love how you gave me a hug upon my arrival at me I feel honored to be one of your students, and to be in part of this organization!
One suggestion I have for future Summerfest would be to have more specifics about each Uechi kata and or Bunkai. Well we all have the same basics, the variations are fun and interesting to see/learn from others
Thanks again for a great Summerfest!
Yours in Budo,
David Lamb
Dear David:
Many thanks for your very kind message. In spite of the long-distance and travel inconveniences you must suffer to get to Summerfest every year, you always find a way to be at my Friday AM "Sanchin by the Beach"!
The mass maritime Academy has already scheduled us for 2011 and I have already begun working on a new schedule that will include suggestions by you and a number of other seniors and students who have written to me since this year's camp.
I hope you and others will be able to join me for our first Summerfest webinar which will be held during the month of September. Watch the home page for details.
While this year's economy "2010" may have stymied some people's attendance, I found this Summerfest invigorating, educational and inspirational.
I was able to spend quality time in several workshops, and that same quality time with several of the instructors, answering questions and instructing me in techniques. As usual, I thoroughly enjoyed my time with you doing sanchin on the beach. You always provide me with insight and strategies with which to share with my students.
I enjoyed the casualness and flexibility this year as everyone seemed less pushed and we could do more quality technique and instruction because of this. I reviewed and reestablished many new friendships, an aspect of the Summerfest which may get overlooked. Many of my students know that, as they travel, they would be welcomed in most dojos!
I do hope you continue to have Summerfest as this is a great experience for all. Thank you again for being an inspiration in the martial arts community as well as to each of us individually. I love how you gave me a hug upon my arrival at me I feel honored to be one of your students, and to be in part of this organization!
One suggestion I have for future Summerfest would be to have more specifics about each Uechi kata and or Bunkai. Well we all have the same basics, the variations are fun and interesting to see/learn from others
Thanks again for a great Summerfest!
Yours in Budo,
David Lamb
Dear David:
Many thanks for your very kind message. In spite of the long-distance and travel inconveniences you must suffer to get to Summerfest every year, you always find a way to be at my Friday AM "Sanchin by the Beach"!
The mass maritime Academy has already scheduled us for 2011 and I have already begun working on a new schedule that will include suggestions by you and a number of other seniors and students who have written to me since this year's camp.
I hope you and others will be able to join me for our first Summerfest webinar which will be held during the month of September. Watch the home page for details.
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