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Richard Fike of Madison, Ohio Joins ChunJiDo International
*It is my great honor to announce Richard Fike of Madison, Ohio has joined ChunJiDo International!* Richard Fike is the Director of the Madison Combined Martial Arts Association and Soke of Sanchi-Ryu Karate (sanchi-ryu.com) with a primary core program based on Karate, Judo and Jujitsu. Sanchi-Ryu is an Original American Martial Arts System developed by Mr. Fike in 1977, and was fully established in 1987. Mr. Fike is also the Director of the Close Quarter Combat Skills Institute (cqcsi.com), a unique training organization providing unconventional training to “at risk” individuals and organizations. Mr. Fike is a retired Officer following a 26 year career with the U.S. Government assigned to extremely aggressive special mission units. He is a regular advisor and trainer on small unit tactics and individual survival to various federal, military and private organizations across the United States and abroad, and is a licensed instructor for the Ohio Peace Officer Training Council. In his spare time, he can be found working as a Stunt Coordinator (stuntpredatorsusa.com) on the set of such action films as “The Avengers, Warrior, I Alex Cross, Unstoppable” and most recently appeared in the movie, "Warrior." *Soke Fike, Welcome to the ChunJiDo International Family!*
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Grandmaster Michele Pisante named ChunJiDo International Director for Italy!
It is my honor and privilege to name Grandmaster Michele Pisante as the ChunJiDo International Director for Italy. Grandmaster Pisante is the Founder of the Pisante Inazuma Ryu training center in Seregno – Milan. Grandmaster Pisante and his students are strongly involved in spreading both Ju Jitsu and Aikido styles throughout Italy. His students include some of the top martial artists in Italy. Grandmaster Pisante truly embraces the fellowship of martial arts and continually hold world class martial arts seminars at the school in Seregno which features the top martial artists from around the world! Grandmaster Pisante, it is with great pride I appoint you as the Director for Italy and I know through your outstanding leadership, we will continue to strengthen the bonds between all of the great Masters of Italy and the ChunJiDo International organization! I look forward to working with you! God's Blessings, Grandmaster Robert Cutrell Soke/Founder ChunJiDo www.chunjido.com www.chunjidointernational.com
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Happy New Year and Thank You for a Wonderful Year!
Dear ChunJiDo Family, As 2011 comes to an end, Sensei Cutrell and I want to take this opportunity to say thank you to all of our ChunJiDo Family and we want to wish everyone a very Happy New Year! This has been an amazing year full of new accomplishments for all of us, new friendships that will now last a lifetime, and challenges that we all have met and overcome. 2011 was a year that saw the ChunJiDo organization celebrate successes in every corner of the world. Our strength as an organization is sustained through the support and commitment of every individual member. As we reflect on the year I also want to give our respects to one or our great leaders who passed this year, Grandmaster Carlo Luciano Foralosso of Italy. Grandmaster Foralosso will live on forever in the hearts and teachings of the many great Masters of Italy who have the honor of carrying on his legacy. God bless our ChunJiDo Italy Delegation and be assured you have the prayers and support of your ChunJiDo Family as you grieve for this great loss and also bring the highest respects to the life of Grandmaster Foralosso as you continue his teachings. As we look to the New Year I am sure there will be apprehensions on what the year will bring, but also realize that every new day is a day that you have been blessed with to develop new friendships, share the arts, and face challenges that will make you stronger. So I encourage each of you to live each day of this new year to its fullest. Take every opportunity to LOVE, LIVE, and LAUGH with your heart and soul. Hold on to precious memories and allow yourself the freedom to develop new ones every day of your life. Again, I want to thank everyone in the ChunJiDo Family for your continued friendship, support, and commitment. As most of you know, I love quotes, and would like to close with this quote, I think it says it all... *"What greater thing is there for human souls than to feel that they are joined for life - to be with each other in silent unspeakable memories." ~George Eliot* *God Bless You All, and Happy New Year!* ~Grandmaster Robert Cutrell and Sensei Nancy Cutrell
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Great News Article on ChunJiDo and its Founder Robert Cutrell!
A big "THANK YOU!" to the Evansville Courier & Press newspaper in Evansville, Indiana for this wonderful article on ChunJiDo, and I specifically want to thank the Writer, Richard Gootee and the Photographer, Daniel Patmore! http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/dec/28/no-headline---ev_martialarts/
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Shifu Christos Stamatiadis to Represent ChunJiDo International in Honor of Grandmaster Carlo Luciano Foralosso
In February the Italian Delegation will be presenting an international martial arts seminar in Seregno, Italy at the Saint Ambrose Defense Academy of Master Michele Pisante in honor of the lifetime achievements of Grandmaster Foralosso whose legacy will live on forever in the hearts of all of the Masters of Italy. With Grandmaster Foralosso's passing the delegation felt it was appropriate to honor Grandmaster Foralosso by bringing together martial artists from around the world to share in the brotherhood of the arts. I have sent my regrets to the delegation that I will not be able to attend, but I will be sending a representative from ChunJiDo International to share in this event to honor Grandmaster Foralosso. Our representative will be Shifu Christos Stamatiadis, my ChunJiDo International Director for Greece who now lives in Great Britain where he owns and operates The School of Traditional Chinese Martial Arts & Philosophy. Shifu Stamatiadis has lived in China during his studies with China's most elite Grandmasters and has conducted Wushu Kung Fu seminars in Greece, Switzerland, and the USA. He has a school in Great Britain and will very soon be opening a new Traditional Chinese Martial Arts school in Switzerland. You can learn more about Shifu at his website http://www.tstcmap.net/ or at http://chunjido-international.com/affiliates/16. Shifu Stamatiadis is a dear friend who I met in Europe during the 2004 Black Belt Elite Hall of Fame in Offenbach, Germany and I know he will represent ChunJiDo International with the highest distinction. God's blessings, Grandmaster Robert Cutrell Soke/Founder ChunJiDo
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Sensei Will Mattingly to Open New ChunJiDo Academy in Franklin, Tennessee!
*Please join me in congratulating Sensei Will Mattingly who will be opening Mattingly's ChunJiDo Academy located in Franklin, Tennessee in February 2012!* Sensei Will Mattingly is the owner and Senior Instructor for Mattingly’s ChunJiDo Academy located in Franklin, Tennessee, and a 2nd Degree Black Belt in the North American ChunJiDo Association. Sensei Mattingly has trained over 10 years directly under Grandmaster Robert Cutrell, The Founder of the art of ChunJiDo. He is an avid tournament competitor, winning national level tournaments in both forms and sparring. *Sensei Mattingly, our best wishes on the success of your new ChunJiDo academy from your ChunJiDo Family worldwide!*
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Blind Community Martial Arts Center located in San Diego, California and its Head Instructor Sensei Mario Schapp Joins the North American ChunJiDo Association!
Dear Friends and Fellow ChunJiDo International Affiliates, It is with great pride, respect, and admiration that I announce the Blind Community Martial Arts Center located in San Diego, California and its Head Instructor Sensei Mario Schapp will be joining the North American ChunJiDo Association as a formal ChunJiDo charter school! Sensei Schapp has worked extensively over the last several years to develop an amazing system of teaching individuals with disabilities or challenges called, “Tekio Jutsu – The Art of Adaptations.” This program has recognized wonderful results in teaching martial arts to the Blind Community and others that may have obstacles and challenges on their journey to Black Belt! Sensei Schapp’s comprehensive program is achieving major milestones and accomplishing goals for the Blind Community that are unprecedented in the martial arts industry. Sensei Schapp and ChunJiDo International will be collaborating to share this program across the United States and around the world. It is our goal to share all of the wonders of the art of Tekio Jutsu with as many individuals as possible that have disabilities or other challenging conditions. Sensei Schapp will be the Director for ChunJiDo International for spreading his program of Tekio Jutsu to countries worldwide. As a ChunJiDo Family, we hope to embrace this program and partner in sharing it with all individuals that would benefit in training in this amazing Martial Arts System. All rank in Tekio Jutsu will be awarded, recorded, and certified by the ChunJiDo Martial Arts Organization through Sensei Schapp and Grandmaster Robert Cutrell. It is an honor and privilege to welcome The San Diego, California Blind Community Martial Arts Center and its Founder, Mario Schapp and also to endorse the Tekio Jutsu – Adaptive Arts program! With Highest Respects, Grandmaster Robert Cutrell Soke/Founder ChunJiDo
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The Passing of Grandmaster Carlo Luciano Foralosso, the Legend of Martial Arts in Italy
It is with deep sadness and regret that I share the news of the passing of one of our ChunJiDo International affiliates, Grandmaster Carlo Luciano Foralosso of Italy. Grandmaster Foralosso , one of the most prominent Grandmasters of Italy, touched the lives of many martial artists. I never had the honor of meeting Grandmaster Foralosso, but I know how much he influenced the arts of Italy and taught many of the Italian Masters of today. I am sure Grandmaster Foralosso will be missed, but the legacy this legend of Italy leaves behind will live on forever. I would like to express my deep sorrow for all of the other great Masters for their loss with the passing of Grandmaster Faralosso. God bless you all my Brothers, you are in our thoughts and prayers. For more information on Grandmaster Foralosso please visit http://www.asdsantambrogio.eu/ http://chunjido-international.com/affiliates/47
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ChunJiDo Black Belts Awarded Sensei Title
Dear ChunJiDo Family, As some of you may know, it has been my practice in the past to award the Sensei ("Teacher", "Elder", "One Who Came Before") title automatically at the 3rd Dan level in ChunJiDo. I most recently have stopped this practice, and will be awarding and using this title for only those who truly embrace the art and show the commitment to further the philosophy of the arts and specifically the art of ChunJiDo. I have realized that some only have the desire to be called Sensei, but do not understand the true meaning of being a Teacher, while others have definitely given back to the art and have embraced how wonderful an experience it is to be a Sensei in spite of the challenges, responsibility, and commitment necessary to live up to the title. I have seen this commitment in all of the instructors who continue to assist in teaching classes here in Evansville, and most recently, in Sensei Schapp who dedicated himself to furthering his knowledge in the arts by becoming a Black Belt in ChunJiDo, and continues to display the highest standards as a Sensei with all he is doing in the martial arts community. I am one who hopes to always recognize hard work and reward commitment and dedication, so with great pride and distinction I announce, Eric Minar, of Minar's ChunJiDo Academy Puyallup, Washington and Will Mattingly, of Mattingly’s ChunJiDo Academy Franklin, Tennessee will be joining the ranks of Sensei and will be awarded this title immediately. Both of these gentlemen have shown over a decade of commitment to the art of ChunJiDo and continue to demonstration the dedication and desire to share the martial arts with others. Please join me in congratulating both Sensei Eric Minar and Sensei Will Mattingly in this wonderful presentation, and I know as always, they can be assured of the continued support and respect from all of you who make up this extraordinary ChunJiDo Family and share in their love for the arts! God's blessings, Grandmaster Robert Cutrell Soke/Founder ChunJiDo
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SiGung Rudy Duncan of Syracuse, New York Opens New Location!
Congratulations to our ChunJiDo International New York State Director, Sigung Rudy Duncan who recently open a new school location at 835 West Hiawatha Boulevard Syracuse, NY 13204. For more information call Duncan's Martial Arts at 315-431-0125. *SiGung Duncan, Best wishes for your continued success from your ChunJiDo Family!*
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Central New York Martial Arts Seminar December 4, 2011 Syracuse, New York
Duncan's Martial Arts presents the Central New York Martial Arts Seminar December 4, 2011 10am-2pm in Syracuse, New York. Registration: $30 Open to all Ranks For more information contact: Duncan's Martial Arts 835 W. Hiawatha Blvd Syracuse, New York 315-431-0125
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Pennsylvania Grandmasters Jeff and Susan Everetts Promoted by the Bunbu-Ichi Zendo Budo/ Bugei Remmi Organization!
A big congratulations to Grandmasters Jeffrey and Susan Everetts for their recent promotions and school recognitions! Grandmaster Jeff Everetts was prmoted to 9th Dan and Grand master Susan Everetts was promoted to 8th Dan in the Bunbu-Ichi Zendo Budo/ Bugei Remmi.. The way of the Pen and Sword in Harmony System founded in 1921 in Shanghai China. In addition their schools were recently certified as United States Police and Military Defensive Tactics Training Centers. Grandmaster Jeff Everetts was honored with being the Regional Director for the USPDTA and was also certified and recognized as an Official Master Training Officer for the USPDTA and the World Defensive Tactics Association. *Your ChunJiDo International Family is very proud of your wonderful accomplishments, our best wishes for your continued success!*
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Hapkido Seminar by Bernd Grosse-Daldrup Saturday, November, 26, 2011 Sportakademie Nottuln
H A P K I D O Seminar Host: Sportakademie Nottuln Date: Saturday, November, 26, 2011 Time: 12.00 P.M – 4.00 P.M. Location: Rudolf- Harbig- Str. 22 48301 Nottuln (Sportpark Nottuln) Participants: Open to all practitioners of various Martial Arts styles nd Minimum age requirements 12 years or older Spots available : 30 (In order of registration) Content: Hapkido Basics – What is Hapkido ? Style „Daehan- Do“ - Principles of Hapkido! Breakfall Drills (Nak Bob) Breathing Methods (Dan Tshan Ho) Hand Techniques (Gon Sul) Foot Techniques (Pal Tscha Gi) Self Defense Drills (Hon Shin Sul) Knife Defense (Kal Ma Ki) Staff Defense (Bong Ki) Seminar Instructor: Bernd Grosse- Daldrup Taekwondo 5. Dan Hapkido 3.Dan Owner/ Operator of Sportakademie Nottuln Hapkido- Instructor IBF-D e.V. Fee: 15,-€ ( Payment required prior to the event) Registration: E-Mail or mail to address below! - Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, number of participants and if accomodation is needed. Bernd Grosse- Daldrup Zur Alten Weberei 33 D- 48653 Coesfeld Tel. 0172-864 81 96 grosse-daldrup@arcor.de Facebook : Bernd Grosse- Daldrup www.taekwondo-nottuln.de Registration closes: November, 20, 2011 Accommodations: Contact Bernd Grosse Daldrup for list of Hotels in the area! Recommendation: Hotel “ Zur Alten Post” Roxeler Str. 5, 48301 Nottuln, NRW, Germany Tel: (+ 49) 02509/9919-0 altepost-schapdetten@t-online.de *ChunJiDo International is very honored to endorse this seminar presented by our ChunJiDo International Director for Germany, Bernd Grosse Daldrup! Sabum-Nim Bernd Grosse-Daldrup holds Black Belt ranking in Taekwondo, Hapkido, and Kickboxing. He is the Owner and Chief Instructor for the Sportakademie Nottulnan, is an avid tournament competitor, and has competing in over 80 tournaments worldwide.* *I highly recommend this seminar to all of our ChunJiDo Family in Europe and Asia!*
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Dragon-Phoenix Martial Arts Seminar November 12, 2011 Chelmsford, MA
Dragon-Phoenix Martial Arts Seminar November 12, 2011 in Chelmsford, MA featuring SiGunG Rudy Duncan and his lightning quick strikes from the art of Kemchido and Dr. Steven Pearlman covering topics from his book, "Martial Power." Where: Dragon-Phoenix Martial Arts 9 Acton Rd. Chelmsford, MA When: Saturday, November 12, 2011 2:30pm-5:30pm Contact: Shihan Jesse Dwire, shihandwire@gmail.com
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Guro Dan Donzella Stick Seminar Thursday, October 27th Syracuse, NY!
Join us for a great seminar with Guro Dan Donzella. Guro Donzella will be teaching Stick fighting techniques from his Donzella Arnis system. Student of ALL levels are welcome to attend and work with some great people. Thursday, October 27 · 6:00pm - 9:00pm Cost: $40 Contact: SiGung Rudy Duncan Duncan's Martial Arts Academy 835 West Hiawatha Blvd. Syracuse, NY (315) 431-0125
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New ChunJiDo Hoodies and T-shirts... Place Your Order Now!
Now available, ChunJiDo long sleeve t-shirts and hoodies... order yours now! Long Sleeve t-shirt - $25 Youth sizes S-L Adult sizes S-XXXL (+$2 for XXL and XXXL) Hoodie- $35 Youth sizes S-L Adult sizes S-XXXL (+$2 for XXL and XXXL) *Email senseicutrell@gmail.com if you are interested in ordering. First order goes in November 10 to ensure Christmas delivery!*
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ChunJiDo Instructor, Sensei Michelle Lankford, Completes Half Marathon!
Congratulations to ChunJiDo Instructor, Sensei Michelle Lankford, who completed the YMCA Half Marathon in Evansville, Indiana! Sensei Lankford is a 3rd Degree Black Belt Instructor in the North American ChunJiDo Association, and mother of two. *Sensei Lankford, we are very proud of you!*
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ChunJiDo International Affiliate, Shifu Christos Stamatiadis, Opens New Wushu Kung-Fu School in United Kingdom!
Congratulations to our good Friend and ChunJiDo International Affiliate, Shifu Christos Stamatiadis, who recently opened his new Wushu Kung-Fu school, THE SCHOOL of TRADITIONAL CHINESE MARTIAL ARTS & PHILOSOPHY, in Walsall, United Kingdom! For more information contact: Shifu Christos Stamatiadis THE SCHOOL of TRADITIONAL CHINESE MARTIAL ARTS & PHILOSOPHY 34B Green Lane, Walsall, WS2 8HJ, United Kingdom e-mail: request@tstcmap.net Mob: +44(0)7432666036 Ask for Shifu Christos http://www.tstcmap.net/ *Shifu Christos, on behalf of your ChunJiDo Family Worldwide, best wishes on your new school and continued success in all you do!*
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ChunJiDo Family, ChunJiDo Strong!
Congratulations to all of the Evansville ChunJiDo Academy Evansville, Indiana students who competed at the Walker's Open Martial Arts Tournament in Brookport, Illinois this weekend. Everyone who competed did an amazing job and the 21 competitors won 59 trophies, winning in all divisions, including forms, sparring, weapons, breaking, and self-defense. You made your ChunJiDo Family very proud!
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Congratulations to Washington State ChunJiDo Students!
Congratulations to all of the Puyallup, Washington ChunJiDo students who tested for new rank. It is wonderful to see your dedication and commitment to becoming a ChunJiDo Black Belt. You are the future of ChunJiDo and you are helping to shape the vision I had over 15 years ago when I founded the North American ChunJiDo Association. Also a special "Thank You!" to Washington State Director, Mr. Eric Minar for his excellent instruction of the ChunJiDo system. Your loyalty and support is greatly appreciated! God bless you all, and our best wishes for continued success. ~ Grandmaster Robert and Sensei Nancy Cutrell
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Buffalo-Niagara Martial Arts Festival September 24 & 25 2011
The Buffalo – Niagara Martial Arts Festival (BNMAF) will feature seminars taught by some of the leading martial artists in their fields. This year’s event will feature: GM-Datu Tim Hartman – Presas Arnis Master Rich Parsons – Balintawak Eskrima Prof. Steven Pearlman – Genri Ryu Bujutsu Sabum Chris LaCava – Jung Ki Hapkido Sensei John Borter – Modern Jujitsu Sensei Ken Swan – Karazenpo Go Shinjutsu The Buffalo – Niagara Martial Arts Festival is one of Western New York’s leading Martial Arts Events! Attendees will have the opportunity to train in a wide variety of martial arts which will cover striking, grappling and weapon based systems. In addition to top caliber training there will a catered banquet to give to everyone an opportunity to spend time with the instructors and network with everyone in attendance. We will also be showing UFC 135 at this year’s banquet. For those out of towners who are interested, there will be a tour of Niagara Falls Sunday afternoon after the training. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity! Seminar Information When: September 24th – 25th, 2011 Where: Horizon Martial Arts 280 Center Rd. West Seneca (Buffalo), New York Cost: $75 USD. By Sept 10th, 2011 $99 USD. After Sept 10th, 2011 Payment options: Credit Card Money Order Certified Check PayPal For more information contact: Sensei Ken Swan senseiken@swansmartialarts.com
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Gary Walker's School of Karate 2nd Annual Open Martial Arts Tournament Brookport, Illinois 9/24/11
*Come join us September 24, 2011 in Brookport, Illinois for Gary Walker's School of Karate 2nd Annual Open Martial Arts Tournament!* This is a great tournament to catch up with old friends and make new ones!This tournament *endorsed by the ChunJiDo International Martial Arts Organization and sanctioned by the USKK* will be held at the Old Brookport Gym. Registration is from 8am-10am. There will be several divisions including empty hand kata, point sparring, olympic-style sparring,weapons, breaking, self-defense, grappling, and synchronized forms. The cost will be $35 for 1-3 events, $5 for each additional event. *For more information contact Sensei Gary Walker at 1-888-660-5730 or 1-618-559-3036*
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CJDivas... Fitness, Fun, and Women's Self-Defense, With an Attitude!
Coming this fall... *CJDivas!* *CJDivas* is a trademarked Women's Fitness and Self-Defense program by the ChunJiDo Martial Arts Organization that will not only provide excellent fitness and conditioning benefits, but also includes advanced women's self-defense techniques designed to empower women to,*"Take on the World!* This amazing program taught by 3rd degree Black Belt and Hall of Fame Self-defense Instructor, Sensei Nancy "Micki" Cutrell and her team of "Divas", is all about *Fun, Fitness, and Women's Self-Defense... With an Attitude!* The ChunJiDo organization will be licensing and opening *CJDivas Training Centers* across the US. If you are a martial arts school looking to increase enrollment and strengthen your women's self-defense programs, look no further, *CJDivas* is the program for you! For more information check us out on facebook.com/cjdivas or email ImaCJDiva@gmail.com
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4th Annual, "I Kicked For a Cause" Terry D. Turner Memorial Kick-a-thon
t is truly amazing how individuals can come together and demonstrate extraordinary human spirit to support a great cause. This was never more evident than this last weekend August 13, 2011 at the 4th Annual Terry D. Turner, “I Kicked For a Cause” Memorial Kick-a-thon. This event has raised over $15,000 for various charities over the previous three years. Students, parents, organizers, and those who donated stepped up again this year in grand fashion to present another very successful event! Donations included, Indianapolis Colts and Tennessee Titans tickets, Seattle Mariner tickets, autographed sports memorabilia, artwork by an incredible local artist Robin Lawrence, restaurant donations, certificates for area golf courses, recreation equipment, jewelry, electronic equipment, and St. Louis Cardinals tickets just to name a few. We had over two hundred items to auction and raffle off. Also, for the first time ever, our Washington State Director, Eric Minar and our ChunJiDo Students at the Mel Korum YMCA in Puyallup, Washington partipated and had a very successful first Kick-a-thon and, together with the Evansville ChunJiDo Academy in Evansville, Indiana, were able to raise funds to benefit the Hemophilia Foundation, the Shriner’s Transport Services, and the YMCA Strong Kids program. It was simply amazing to see the ChunJiDo Family across the US come together for such a great cause! Our deepest appreciation to everyone for your tremendous demonstration of compassion and unity in our efforts to support these charities. Without the efforts from our incredible ChunJiDo Family this successful event could not have been possible! God bless you all, Grandmaster Robert and Sensei Nancy Cutrell
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The Passing of O-Sensei Philip Porter, a Martial Arts Legend
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of O-Sensei Philip Porter Founder of the United Martial Arts Association. O-Sensei Porter was a wonderful man who touched the lives and influenced the careers of many martial artists worldwide. Our prayers and condolences to his Family, Friends, and Students. ~ Grandmaster Robert and Sensei Nancy Cutrell http://www.mararts.org/osensei.htm
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Congratulations to Newly Promoted ChunJiDo Black Belts!
Congratulations to the newly promoted ChunJiDo Black Belts who were promoted today during the Candlelight Ceremony at the Evansville ChunJiDo Academy in Evansville, Indiana. Will Mattingly was promoted to 2nd degree Black Belt, Dewayne Wilhite, Justin Reed, and Jason Reed (posthumous) were promoted to 1st degree Black Belt. *Congratulations from your entire ChunJiDo Family worldwide on this monumental achievement and best wishes on your continued martial arts journey!*
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Congratulations to Washington ChunJiDo Students!
Congratulations to our ChunJiDo Washington State Director, Eric Minar and all of the students in Puyallup, Washington who tested this weekend. It is wonderful to know you have dedicated yourself to learning the art of ChunJiDo. My best wishes to each of you for your continued success. *Your entire ChunJiDo Family worldwide is very proud of you, keep up the great work! ~ Grandmaster Robert Cutrell Soke/Founder, ChunJiDo*
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Master Kim Aldus Joins ChunJiDo International!
*ChunJiDo International is very honored to have Master Kim Aldus of Peoria Illinois as our newest affiliate!* Master Aldus, along with her husband, Sifu Steven Aldus, own and operate Aldus School of Martial Arts in Peoria, Illinois. Master Aldus began her training in 1987 in the art of Taekwondo, in which she currently holds a 5th Dan Black Belt. Master Aldus, a certified coach and judge for AAU and USNTF tournaments, is also a champion competitor in many Taekwondo and Karate national level tournaments. Master Aldus started training with her husband, Sifu Steven Aldus, in 1990 in Tai Chi Ch’uan (Old Yang Style long form and short form), Hsing-I Ch’uan, and various weapons including the Bo, Tai Chi Sword, Escrima Sticks, and knife. See Master Kim Aldus' entire biography at: http://chunjido-international.com/affiliates/70 *Master Aldus, Welcome to the ChunJiDo International Family!*
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Sifu Steven Aldus Joins ChunJiDo International!
*ChunJiDo International is very honored to have Sifu Steven Aldus of Peoria, Illinois, as our newest affiliate!* Sifu Steven Aldus along with his wife Mrs. Kim Aldus own and operate Aldus School of Martial Arts in Peoria, Illinois. Sifu Aldus began his martial arts training in 1969 while serving in the military during the Vietnam War.He was introduced and trained in the arts of Hsing-I Ch’uan, Ba-gua Ch’uan, and Old Yang Style Tai Chi Ch’uan. His instructor was, now deceased, Li Chi Lan. Sifu Aldus’ training line is Hopei and his great, great grandfather is Li Ts’uan-I. Sifu Aldus continues to travel the country sharing his arts and demonstrating Hsing-I Ch’uan and Tai Chi Ch’uan techniques. Sifu Aldus is also skilled in Chinese broadsword, staff, double sticks, and many other traditional weapons as well as many of the Chinese holistic arts and philosophies such as Chi Kung, acupuncture, and herbal medicine. See Sifu Steven Aldus' entire biography at http://chunjido-international.com/affiliates/69 *Sifu Aldus, Welcome to the ChunJiDo Family!*
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Hall of Fame Issue of International Martial Arts Times Magazine Now Available!
International Martial Arts Times Magazine (July-August) Hall of Fame 2011 Issue will ready this week. Please book your copy from your country's representative of International Martial Arts Times Magazine. Thanks, Best Regard. GM Dr. Zulfiqar (Chief Editor & Publisher) International Martial Arts Times Magazine Web: www.imamagazine.tk Email: siswua@yahoo.com
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ChunJiDo, "Becoming a World Leader"
*Check out the latest news about the ChunJiDo Organization...* three years ago the ChunJiDo organization expanded from the original North American ChunJiDo Association founded over fifteen years ago, to include the ChunJiDo International Martial Arts Organization which now, combined, is one of the largest martial arts organizations in the world. Not only do we have hundreds of students training in the art of ChunJiDo in the USA, Ukraine, and Russia, but we have affiliates across the United States and in sixteen countries around the world representing over thirty-five martial arts styles or systems! We have also been featured in one of the largest martial arts publications, the International Martial Arts Times Magazine, where we had a three page article featuring our efforts of bringing the martial arts community together to promote the arts in an environment of honor and integrity. http://www.chunjido.com/posts/chunjido-becoming-a-world-leader
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ChunJiDo University Martial Arts Seminar Sunday, August 14, 2011
Local Martial Arts Expert and ChunJiDo Instructor Logan Howell teams up with ChunJiDo California State Director and Gracie Jiu Jitsu Instructor, Mario Schapp, to introduce Gracie Combatives and BullyProof. Participants will learn to defend themselves against a larger and more aggressive opponent using leverage based techniques and energy preserving control tactics. Gracie Bully-Proof for Kids is designed to teach how to deal with Bullying, build Self Confidence and develop good character. Kids don’t learn Jiu Jitsu, they play it. *This amazing program has been featured on CNN, NBC and Oprah.* Where: Tri-State Athletic Club 555 Tennis Lane Evansville, IN 47715 When: 12:30 - 3:30pm BullyProof - Youth (12 and under) @ 12:30 - 1:30pm, Combatives- Adult( 13 and up) @ 2.00 - 3:30pm Fee: $30 for CJD & IBF students, $40 for others *Register by July 17th and receive a free camp t-shirt with your name on it.* For more details contact: Grandmaster Robert Cutrell North American ChunJiDo Association P.O. Box 6933 Evansville, IN 47719 812-430-4555 mastercutrell@yahoo.com
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Grandmasters Jeff and Susan Everetts Named Self Defense Grandmasters of the Year!
Congratulations to our Pennsylvania State Director, Sr. Grandmaster Jeff Everetts and his wife Grandmaster Susan Everetts for being named Male and Female Self Defense Grandmasters of the Year at the recent Martial Arts Health and Fitness Association 3rd Annual Hall of Fame. Grandmasters Jeff and Susan Everettts are Founders of the International Hosinsul (Self-defense) Federation with two schools, one in Smethport, PA and one in Olean, NY. *Congratulations on this wonderful award, your ChunJiDo Family is very proud of you!*
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Grandmaster Javier Galan Vazquez Joins ChunJiDo International!
ChunJiDo International is very honored to appoint Grandmaster Javier Galan Vazquez as the National Director for Spain. Grandmaster Javier Galan Vazquez, 10 dan Hanshi, is the President of the EJJU (European JuJitsu/JuJitsu Union) and of the IJJF (International JuJitsu Federation) He succeeds Grandmaster Vernon C F Bell, deceased on February 27, 2004 Born in Madrid, Spain, at the end of the 1940s, Francisco Javier Galan Vazquez, began practicing martial arts in 1962 with Kodokan Judo, at a time at which Judo was the only martial art allowed in Spain. His instructor was Takeda Sensei, Soke of the Takeda family. Thereafter, with other martial arts having been introduced in Spain, he practiced Hapkido and Shito Ryu. He became the University Champion of Judo and Self-defense. After this, he went to the United Kingdom and benefited from intensive training in a multitude of martial arts, and participated in a great number of training courses. During this time, he found, in his own words, ’his teacher and guide, Dr Vernon C F Bell, the father of British Karate. Dr Galan Vasquez has been practicing martial arts for over 40 years and is highly respected around the world for his loyalty, honesty, and integrity. Currently he is President and International Coordinator, in charge of the World affairs for the EJJU ("European Jujitsu/Jujutsu Union) and the IJJU (International Jujitsu Union). He is also: - Vice-president of the “Nippon Seibukan Academy – All Japan Budo Federation” (Kyoto) and of Nihon Buguel (Okinawa) - European representative of “Hikari Ryuza Ryu C Kan®” - Elite member of the Hikaryu Ryuzado Yudanshankai = Soke 10th dan of Kaizen Ryu Aiki Ju-Jutsu - Elite member of the World Butokukai Institute (WBI), chaired by Grandmaster Stefano Surace, and representative of this organization for Spain - Elite member of Hanshi No Iinkai - Honorary member of Hikari Ryuza Ryu Yudansha Kai®. Member of the Hall of Fame of the USJJA (United States Jiu Jitsu Alliance) Dr. Galan has more than 30 years of experience in the security services and is associated with countless organizations of international security and teaches combat techniques to the special forces of the United Kingdom, Romania, Bulgaria, Hungary, Russia, Ukraine, and naturally of his country, Spain. The “All Japan Budo Federation”, Kyoto, awarded a Doctorate in Budo to him, in addition to his degrees in economics, English language. He also holds an M.B.A. Dr. Galan, who makes a point of declaring himself a disciple of Grandmaster Stefano Surace, is highly appreciated and respected throughout the world for his knowledge, his qualifications and his professionalism. *Grandmaster Galan, Welcome to the ChunJiDo Family!*
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Illinois ChunJiDo International Affiliate, Heather Coffman, promoted to 2nd Dan in Taekwondo!
Congratulations to Illinois ChunJiDo International affiliate, Ms. Heather Coffman, who was recently promoted to 2nd Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo by Grandmaster Tom Black. Grandmaster Black is the Illinois State Director for ChunJiDo International. Ms Coffman is the Owner and Senior Instructor of Black's Martial Arts Academy in Anna, Illinois. *Ms. Coffman, congratulations from your ChunJiDo Family on this wonderful achievement and best wishes for your continued success!*
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California ChunJiDo Affiliates present FREE SELF DEFENSE SEMINAR For Persons with Severe Vision Loss July 23rd Sacramento, California
For Immediate Release FREE SELF DEFENSE SEMINAR FOR Persons with Severe Vision Loss On July 23, from 9:30 AM to 12 PM, Dr. Steve Tran, Chief Instructor at Universal Energy Martial Arts, and Mario Schapp, the California State Director of ChunJido International, will be offering to members of the Blind and low vision Community in Sacramento an opportunity to participate at an event par excellence that aims to introduce Self Defense and Self-Healing concepts to people that are in many ways vulnerable to being victims of assault and domestic violence. Mr. Schapp, the Chief Instructor at Blind Community Martial Arts San Diego, wants to enable persons with visual impairments living in the Sacramento area to learn how to take a stance when faced with conflict and adult bullying. His methods have proven to work, having taught Martial Arts to students with vision impairments and other disabilities in San Diego for over 6 years. Dr. Steve Tran, an expert in Energy Healing and Grandmaster of Martial Arts is a firm believer that everyone can find the path to Self Healing through centering the life force and one’s mental focus. In the seminar that will take place at the Universal Energy Martial Arts Academy Sacramento Participants will learn practical routines to exercise Self Healing and improve mental focus. They will be introduced to self-defense drills specially designed for people that are blind or visually impaired. As Jeff Thom, immediate past president of the California Council of the Blind, puts it, “we believe that this event can mark the beginning of efforts to provide Sacramentans with vision loss the skills they need to best handle potentially violent situations.” Both Instructors are affiliates of the Global Martial Arts Organization “Chunjido International”. Date: 7.23.2011 Time: 9:30AM- 12:00PM Location: 6880 65th Street Suite # 30, Sacramento, Ca, 95828
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California State Director, Mario Schapp, awarded Jiu Jitsu Instructor of the Year from International Hall of Fame!
*Congratulations to our ChunJiDo International California State Director, Mario Schapp, who was recently recognized as the Jiu Jitsu Instructor of the Year by the Martial Arts Health & Fitness Association 3rd Annual International Hall of Fame!* Director Schapp is a certified Gracie Jiu Jitsu Instructor, authorized by the Gracie Academy Torrance to teach Gracie Combatives, Gracie Bully-Proof, Gracie Master Cycle. Since 2005 Kyo Sa Nim Schapp has taught the Martial Arts Program at the Blind Community Center of San Diego. He is the Chief Instructor at Blind Community Martial Arts San Diego and at the Certified GJJ Training Center Solana Beach, Ca. Director Schapp has also been featured in San Diego news publications for his outstanding teaching of martial arts to the blind and his dedicated efforts in sharing his wealth of knowledge with those interested in learning the arts regardless of their life challenges. *Director Schapp, bless you for all you do to share the arts and congratulations on this very deserving recognition of your dedication and lifework in the martial arts!*
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ChunJiDo Featured In International Martial Arts Times Magazine!
The ChunJiDo International Martial Arts Organization is very honored to be featured in the latest issue Of International Martial Arts Times Magazine! We just received our copy of the latest issue and ChunJiDo International has a 3 page featured article with pictures of many of our affiliates! I am very honored and have great appreciation to Dr. Ali Zulfigar for featuring ChunJiDo International in this publication. I would highly recommend this magazine to all serious martial artists who want to know what is going on in the martial arts world around the globe! If anyone is interested in subscribing please let me know and I can provide all of the needed information. This is another monumental step in the continued growth and development of ChunJiDo International as a World Leader in uniting martial artists from around the globe! As the International Director of ChunJiDo International, I will continue to promote the organization, the members, and bring recognition to all of the dedicated work each of you are doing to enhance the arts for many generations to come. Please view the attached downloadable pdf file to read the entire article
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ChunJiDo Organization recognized by the European Ju Jitsu - Ju Jutsu Union (EJJU) and the International JuJitsu Federation (IJJF)!
*The ChunJiDo Martial Arts Organization is very honored to announce we have been recognized by the Original European Ju Jitsu - Ju Jutsu Union (EJJU)and the International JuJitsu Federation!* The International JuJitsu Federation was founded by Alfred Hasemeier and Vernon C.F. Bell in 1968, with the assistance of Hanshi Suzuki Masafumi. With the passing of Vernon C. F. Bell The International JuJitsu Federation and the European Jujutsu / Jujitsu Union have been placed in the hands of the new President Javier Galan Vazquez. These organizations IJJF and the EJJU are recognized as an international governing body for Ju-Jitsu by the International Council of Sports Science and Physical Education [ICSSPE] and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization[UNESCO]. According to the Yearbook of International Organizations, the IJJF functions "as the world parent organization of all styles of Japanese martial art of jujitsu, provide training of the original ancient styles of Japanese jujitsu, including self-defense without weapons, cultivate the mental values of Japan, including the Buddhist background; carry out scientific investigations of the physical and spiritual aspects of jujitsu." *The ChunJiDo Family is very proud to be a part of these world respected organizations!* www.oejju.webs.com
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Outstanding Performance by Evansville ChunJiDo Academy at River City Open Tournament!
Congratulations to all of the competitors from Evansville ChunJiDo Academy that competed at the River City Open Martial Arts Tournament in Evansville, Indiana May 21, 2011. These 34 competitors brought home 84 trophies and two Grand Champion trophies! *An outstanding performance by an even more outstanding team of martial artists!*
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ChunJiDo Students Compete at the Shorin Ryu Internationals Tournament in Kent, Washington!
Congratulations to the Washington State ChunJiDo Chapter students who recently competed in the Shorin Ryu International Martial Arts Tournament in Kent, Washington. These students train in ChunJiDo under Washington State Director, Eric Minar, at the Mel Korum YMCA in Puyallup, Washington. Three students competed and brought home five trophies! Nick Kiefer won 1st in forms and 2nd in sparring Jason Natario won 1st and 2nd in two different forms divisions Kylee Beers won 2nd in women's forms *Congratulations on an outstanding performance, your ChunJiDo Family is very proud of you!*
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International Hosinsul Federation Students Compete at the C.S. Kim National All Martial Arts Championships-2011!
A big congratulations to Grandmasters Jeff and Susan Everetts and their students that competed at the C.S. Kim National All Martial Arts Championships-2011 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania! GREAT JOB, your ChunJiDo Family is very proud of you! 4-First places; 5-Second places; 7-Third places; 2-Fourth places L to R(front row): Gm Jeff, Emi Tanaka, Taro Tanaka, GM Sue back row: Brandon Wright Bonna Tanaka, Jeremy Barnard, Reuben Donovan,Rich Moore, Billy Mcdowell, Riki Tanaka
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Martial Arts Students from the Blind Community Compete in Regional Tournament Carlsbad, California!
Congratulations to our California ChunJiDo State Director, Mario Schapp, and all of his students from the Blind Community who competed at the Regional Soo Bahk Do Championships in Carlsbad, California! *Your ChunJiDo Family Worldwide is very proud of your dedication and determination, our best wishes for your continued success!*
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Sabum-Nim Bernd Grosse-Daldrup named as National Director for Germany
ChunJiDo International is honored to appoint Sabum-Nim Bernd Grosse-Daldrup, as the National Director for Germany. Sabum-Nim Bernd Grosse-Daldrup holds Black Belt ranking in Taekwondo, Hapkido, and Kickboxing. He is the Owner and Chief Instructor for the Sportakademie Nottulnan, is an avid tournament competitor, and has competing in over 80 tournaments worldwide. *Sabum-Nim Bernd Grosse-Daldrup, Welcome to the ChunJiDo Family! We look forward to your leadership in Germany!*
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ChunJiDo Seminar in Puyallup, Washington May 28th!
The Washington ChunJiDo State Chapter and its Director, Eric Minar, will host a ChunJiDo Seminar in Puyallup, Washington on May 28th at the Mel Korum YMCA This seminar, presented by Grandmaster Robert Cutrell and his staff of Black Belts, will include many of the aspects of the ChunJiDo system including Stickfighting, Empty Hand Self-Defense, Sparring Techniques, Joint Locks, Pressure Points, and Throwing/Falling training. For more information contact eric.minar@yahoo.com
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Instructor teaches martial arts to the blind
Check out this excellent news article from the San Diego newspaper, about the amazing work our ChunJiDo International California State Director, Mario Schapp, is doing with the Blind Community Center... Sensei Schapp is a wonderful martial artist and a true humanitarian! http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/2011/may/05/instructor-teaches-martial-arts-blind/
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BATTLE OF THE BAHAMAS 2013!
BATTLE OF THE BAHAMAS 2013! World Championship Tournament Freeport, Bahamas More details to follow...
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Italian ChunJiDo Delegation Presents Seminar to Aid Japan May 29th Milan, Italy!
The Italian ChunJiDo Delegation led by Grandmaster Adriano Pizzato and Grandmaster Michele Pisante will be hosting a martial arts seminar May 29th in Milan, Italy to benefit the children of Japan. All of the proceeds will go to support those in need from the recent earthquakes and tsunami. Many of the great Grandmasters and Masters of Italy will be joining to support this wonderful event. For more information go to www.asdsantambrogio.eu *God bless all of these honorable Grandmasters and Masters for their compassion and commitment to this event. The ChunJiDo organization worldwide commends you for your dedication!*
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ChunJiDo Affiliates, Master Dwight Rush and Ken Ducote receive International Instructor Certification in Tactical Hapkido and Taekwondo!
Congratulations to Master Dwight Rush and Ken Ducote of Iron Tiger Martial Arts, Gonzales, Louisiana, who recently received certification as International Certified Instructors in the Martial Arts of Tactical Hapkido and Taekwondo by Grandmaster Barry Rodemaker of the Tactical Hapkido Alliance/ Universal Taekwondo Alliance. Master Rush was recognized as a Certified Master Instructor and Ken was recognized as a Certified Instructor for the organization. Iron Tiger Martial Arts is a Charter School of the Tactical Hapkido/ Universal Taekwondo Alliance and an Affiliate of ChunJiDo International. *Congratulations to both of you for this wonderful achievement!*
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Grandmaster Dr.Steve Tran Joins ChunJiDo International!
*ChunJiDo International is very honored to have Grandmaster Dr. Steve Tran as our newest affiliate!* Grandmaster Dr. Steve Long Tran was born on January 4, 1957 in Saigon South Vietnam. At the age of 8, in fear of being drafted to war and unable to physically defend himself from harm, Dr. Tran decided to begin training in Vovinam (mix martial arts). In late 1977, Dr.Tran escaped to Malaysia , where he resided in a refugee camp 6 months. Thereafter he immigrated to America residing in San Francisco . He attended Concord College where he majored as a machinist. He began training in Japanese Karate, Tae Kwon Do ,Judo, Jujitsu ,Tai chi, Kung Fu , and in 1983 Dr.Tran relocated to New York where he taught mix martial arts until 1988. Dr Tran also trained in Kung Fu Northern Eagle Style and in 1989 he relocated back to California and taugh mix martial arts. Dr. Tran met Grand Master Dang who is Grandmaster of Universal Energy healing. He began his studies with Grandmaster Dang in Universal Healing and relocated to St. Louis Mo. In 1992 he traveled to Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam conducted more than 13 years of research in the effectiveness of Universal Healing. *Dr. Tran, we are truly honored to have you as part of the ChunJiDo Family!*
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Grandmaster Jeff Everetts Appointed as ChunJiDo International Pennsylvania State Director!
*It is with great pride that ChunJiDo International announces the appointment of Grandmaster Jeff Everetts as the Pennsylvania State Director!* Sr. Grandmaster (Soke) Jeffrey Everetts, 10th Dan began his martial arts career in 1966 at the age of 9. He began training in the art of Judo and moved next to Chang Moo Kwan Tae Kwon Do and Indonesian Kun Tao, and accomplished his first black belt and black sash. In 1975 he entered the United States Army as a medical specialist and nuclear, biological, and chemical NCO and communications NCO, and weapons expert. He taught “hand to hand” combat to military personnel in Mannheim, Germany and while in the Army he traveled Europe and trained in several different styles of martial arts such as Tai Chi, Shotokan Karate, and Chinese Kung Fu. After returning to the United States in 1979, Jeff continued training in Tae Kwon Do, Kun Tao, Hapkido, and Tai Chi under Master Alan Woodard (founder of the Chinese Martial Arts Academy), Kyueng Woon Lee, (founder of TKD Chang Moo Kwan, USA), Grandmaster Will D. Egner,( current Sr. GM of TKD Chang Moo Kwan, USA ) the late Grandmaster Kwang Sik Myung, ( founder of World Hapkido Federation and founder of Korea Yon Moo Kwan TKD Association), Grandmaster Jung Soo Park, ( Park’s TKD Federation), Grandmaster John Pelligrini in Hapkido, and the late Grandmaster Arthur Sikes of the North American Self Defense Association. GM Everetts is the founder of the International Hosinsul (self-defense) Federation and is currently certified as 10th Dan Soke with the World Organization of Mixed Martial Arts and the Academy of Oriental Martial Arts. He is an 8th Dan World National Grandmaster “oversee” under Sr. Grandmaster Kyueng Woon Lee and Grandmaster Will D. Egner ( Chang Moo Kwan TKD) and sanctioned as the North Eastern District Headquarters, 8th degree official representative of the Korean Yudo and Hapkido Association, is a certified Asian Grandmaster Korean Martial Arts of the Asian Grandmaster Society/ World Martial Arts Organization, certified 6th Dan International instructor of the Korea Yon Moo Kwan TKD Association with certificate of appointment, 5th Dan Master in Kun Tao, 5th Dan Master and co-founder of Deceptive Eye Kung Fu, and 3rd Dan in Hapkido under the World Hapkido Federation plus holds and international certificate of qualification, and is a certified Grandmaster and member of the board of officers for the Global Network of Professional Reality Based Fighting instructors under Soke Dave D’Antonio( founder). GM Everetts is also certified as a full contact Karate Referee with the World Karate Association and is presently training for black belt in Modern Arnis and Kombaton under Datu Tim Hartman, of Buffalo, NY. He has been inducted 5 times into Martial Art Hall of Fames. The most recent of which is the Action Martial Arts Hall of Honors-2011 & 2010 for “‘Exemplary Contribution as an Ambassador to the Martial Arts and “Excellence in Teaching Martial Arts. With over 40+ years of training and experience, GM Everetts has dedicated his life to passing on the honor, respect, discipline, and practical applications of the arts. *Grandmaster Everetts, we look forward to your strong leadership in the State of Pennsylvania!*
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Sensei Ken Swan of Cheektowaga, New York Joins ChunJiDo International!
*ChunJiDo International is very honored to have Sensei Ken Swan as our newest affiliate!* Sensei Swan is a student of SiGung Rudy Duncan of Syracuse, NY. He currently holds the rank of Yondan, 4th Degree Black Belt, in Karazenpo Go Shinjutsu - Hawaiian and Shaolin Kempo as well as Black Belt ranks in Tang Soo Do and Tae Kwon Do. Sensei Swan is the New York State Membership Director and Executive Assistant to Professor Michael Rash Sr. in the Karazenpo Go Shinjutsu Black Belt Society. Sensei Swan has been a player-coach on the World Modern Arnis Alliance Team USA Competition Team in 2008 and 2009. Sensei Swan began his training as a young teenager in Isshin Ryu under the guidance of Shihan Bill Adams in Buffalo, NY. After moving to Massachusetts, Sensei Swan began studying the Korean art of Tang Soo Do and Tae Kwon Do under Master Dahdouh where he would achieve Black Belt in both. Shortly after, he began studying the art of Shaolin Kenpo under Sensei Bill West and assisted Sensei West in teaching at Masters Self Defense Center. Sensei Swan would move back to his home town of Buffalo, NY before reaching Black Belt in Shaolin Kempo. He was fortunate to be accepted as a student of Master Rudy Duncan where he would travel back and forth from Buffalo to Syracuse to train and prepare for his Black Belt test. He continues to train and work with Master Duncan and the other fine instructors at Duncan's Martial Arts Academy. After receiving his Black Belt in Karazenpo Go Shinjutsu, Sensei Swan began teaching classes at the Northeast Family YMCA in Buffalo, NY. His classes steadily grew over the next couple years to a point where he expanded to not just two locations, but three Buffalo YMCAs. In August 2004, Sensei Swan opened Swan's Martial Arts Academy realizing a childhood dream. He credits his success to his lovely wife, Robyn, his instructor Master Duncan, his advisors Grandmaster Victor Gascon and Professor Rash, his family and close friends for this dream becoming reality. In January 2011, Sensei Ken Swan was honored to be inducted into the Action Martial Arts Magazine's Hall of Honors for Outstanding Contribution to the Martial Arts. Sensei Swan welcomes instructors of different disciplines to share their arts in his school through seminars and clinics. Swan's Martial Arts Academy has been proud to host seminars on Indonesian Silat/Gung-Fu, Modern Arnis, Escrima, and Kali. It is the belief of Sensei Swan that all martial arts have something to offer. The school has been fortunate to host instructors like SiGung Rudy Duncan, Sifu Guro Dan Donzella, Master Joe Salomone, and Datu Tim Hartman. *Sensei Swan, Welcome to the ChunJiDo Family!*
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Sifu Dan Donzella of Syracuse, New York Joins ChunJiDo International!
*ChunJiDo International is very honored to have Sifu Dan Donzella as our newest affiliate!* Sifu Donzella began his martial arts training in the summer of 1973. Studying under Sifu Gary Galvin of the Chuan-fa/Tjimande system which was brought to the United States by Grand Master Willem Reeders. Willem Reeders was of dutch/chinese dissent and put together the fighting system while growing up in Java,Indonesia. Sifu Dan Donzella has been teaching the system in Syracuse,NY for over 37 years. Sifu Donzella teaches private and small group lesson. Over the years Sifu Donzella has sought out Masters of Chinese,Indonesian and Filipino arts to add and enhance the existing system of Chuan-fa/Tjimande. Sifu Dan Donzella has taught seminars throughout the United States and Canada. Besides the curriculum of the three fighting systems Sifu Dan teach’s defensive tactics to law enforcement agency’s. Sifu Donzella’s long time student, Capt. Stephen Lynch has introduced the system to the Syracuse Police academy with excellent results. *Sifu Donzella, Welcome to the ChunJiDo Family!*
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SELF DEFENSE & SPARRING SEMINAR April 30th - May 1st Solana, Beach California
April 30, 2011-May 1, 2011 Saturday, April, 30, 2011 SELF DEFENSE 12.00- 1.00p.m BullyProof ( Kids 5-13) Gracie Games and Jiu Jitsu Fun with Mario! Free Seminar 1.00- 2.00p.m Gracie Combatives( 14 & up) Street Self Defense for everyone! Free Seminar 2.00- 5.00p.m Throws, Take Downs and Submissions( 14 & up) $ 30.00 Old School Gracie Jiu Jitsu with Gracie Academy Brown Belt Kosta Maltezos! Control Strategies with Guest Instructor from IBF-Germany Bernd Grosse Daldrup. Sunday, May, 1, 2011 SPARRING 10.00am – 12.00pm Traditional Point Sparring/ Semi Contact( 7 and Up) $ 20.00 12.00pm- 2.00pm Pankreation/ Standing& Ground Sparring( 14 and Up) $ 20.00 Please bring Safety Gear! Gloves,( 10-16 oz) Mouth Guard, Head Gear, Shin Guard, Groin-, Foot-, Chest Protector! We offer 2 day special for all Members of Soo Bahk Do, IBF, ChunJido- $ 50.00 www.ibf-international.us Location: Gracie Jiu Jitsu Solana Beach 540 Stevens Ave, Solana Beach, Ca, 92075, Ph: 858 583 3222
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Self Defense Seminar and Fundraiser April 30th San Diego, California!
Blind Community Center San Diego presents “ Joint Locks and Control Strategies” Self Defense Seminar and Fundraiser Blind Community Martial Arts San Diego invites all of you! Proceeds are going to the BCC SD Martial Arts Program( Blind Community Martial Arts) Date: Saturday, April, 30, 2011 Time: 9.00- 11.00 am Where: Blind Community Center SD, 1805 Upas St, San Diego, Ca 92103 Event: “Joint Locks and Control Strategies” Self Defense Seminar for Children( 7 and Up) and Adults. We are proud to feature the Hapkido Guest Instructor from IBF- Germany Bernd Grosse Daldrup. Bernd and Mario are teaching some simple and very effective control techniques and submissions. This seminar is open to everyone, no experience necessary! Please wear comfortable work out clothes or Martial Arts Uniform. $ 10 Members BCC SD, BCMA $ 15 Soo Bahk Do, IBF, ChunJiDo $ 20 Walk ins If you would like to to contribute but can’t participate, you can Donate $$ to help our Martial Arts Program ! Send donations to: BCC SD, 1805 Upas St, San Diego, Ca 92103
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ChunJiDo International Affiliate, Heather Coffman, Opens New School!
Congratulations to ChunJiDo International Affiliate, Ms. Heather Coffman, who recently opened a new school in Anna, Illinois. Ms. Coffman will be operating the Black's Martial Arts Academy in Anna, Illinois under the direction of Grandmaster Tom Black our ChunJiDo International Illinois State Director. The academy will offer classes in Tae Kwon Do, PeeWee TKD, Sparring, and Self Defense. You can contact Ms. Coffman at: Black's Martial Arts Academy (in Anna) 305 S. Main St. Anna, Il 62906 (618)521-0151 *Congratulations and Best Wishes on your new school!*
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SiGung Rudy Duncan's Art of Kemchido DVD Now Available!
This is a "have to own" DVD for every martial arts enthusiast! In this DVD SiGung Duncan presents his art of Kemchido, which he has spent a lifetime developing based on the concept of blending the arts of Hawaiian Kempo, Tai Chi, and Silat.The topics discussed and demonstrated in this DVD will benefit every martial artist regardless of style or system. The DVD contains a combination of lecture and student participation, to provide any opportunity for students to practice movement and techniques and how to integrate these concepts into their root style. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience these rare insights into the combat aspects of the Kemchido System. Techniques covered include: •Empty hand techniques •Entries into takedowns •Laws and Principles of Movement •Entering, evading, trapping and whipping hands. *Now available for $14.95 plus shipping. To order email onelifeproductions@yahoo.com* *Brought to you by ChunJiDo International in collaboration with One Life Productions*
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New Polo
Check out the latest ChunJiDo polo for sale. Orders must be submitted by March 31. Print out the order form below and submit to Sensei Cutrell
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ChunJiDo Students Win 42 Trophies at Quad State Nationals in Benton, Kentucky!
19 competitors from the Evansville ChunJiDo Academy in Evansville, Indiana won 42 trophies including 3 Grand Champion Trophies at the Quad State Nationals in Benton, Kentucky! Congratulations to everyone who competed... truly an amazing performance! See the results below: Quad State Nationals Evansville ChunJiDo Academy Black Belt Men: Kyle Lawton- 2nd Sparring, 1st Forms, 1st Weapons, Grand Champion Weapon Logan Howell - 2nd Sparring, 2nd Forms, 2nd Grappling Black Belt Women: Dana Jones - 1st Sparring, 1st Forms, Grand Champion Finalist Darby Kissel - 2nd Sparring, 2nd Forms Black Belt 16-18 Connor Straw - 3rd sparring, 1st Forms, 1st Grappling, Grand Champion Finalist Black Belt 13-15, Boys Jake Ellsworth - 2nd Sparring, 1st Forms, Grand Champion Finalist Black Belt 13-15, GIrls Emily Vogel - 1st Sparring, 3rd Forms, 1st Weapons, Grand Champion Finalist Adult Kyu Rank John Eggers- 1st Sparring, 2nd Forms, 4th Grappling Mike Conkright - 3rd Sparring, 1st Forms, Grand Champion Finalist Mike Farley - 3rd Sparring, 1st Forms, Grand Champion Finalist Advanced Kyu Rank Logan Beaven - Finalist Forms, Finalist Sparring, Finalist Weapons Katie Vogel - 1st Sparring, 3rd Forms Kyle Cutrell - 2nd Sparring Alex Phan - 1st Forms, 1st Sparring, Grand Champion Forms Intermediate Kyu Rank Zack WIlliams - 2nd Forms Rikkie MIller - 4th Sparring, 2nd Forms Brayden Stallings - 1st Forms, 2nd Weapons, Grand Champion Finalist Emily Phan - 1st Forms, Grand Champion Forms Beginner Kyu Rank Andi Conkright - 2nd Forms
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Evansville ChunJiDo Academy Testing Saturday Feb. 12, 2011
Congratulations to everyone who tested at the Evansville ChunJiDo Academy in Evansville, Indiana! It was a great testing and everyone did a wonderful job. A very special congratulations to Kim Lawton, Dewayne Wilhite, Brande Springer, and Justin Reed, who all passed their test for high Brown Belt... next stop Black Belt!! To everyone, "Keep up the hard work and dedication, you are doing great!" ~ Grandmaster & Sensei Cutrell
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Iron Tiger Martial Arts Conducts Tactical Hapkido Black Belt Test!
On January 29, 2011, Master Dwight Rush of Iron Tiger Martial Arts in Gonzales, Louisiana, conducted the first Black Belt Test in the Art of Tactical Hapkido. Testing that day were: Ken Ducote, Kristine Ducote and C.J. Young for Chodan. Also testing was Larry Reichenbach for 2nd Red Belt. The test was successful and Master Rush awarded the students with new belts and certificates. Friends and family attended the testing and the celebration dinner following. Iron Tiger Martial Arts is a Charter School in the Tactical Hapkido Alliance and an Affiliate School of ChunJiDo International. *Congratulations and best wishes for your continued success, from your ChunJiDo International Family!*
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Evansville ChunJiDo Academy to Perform in Front of Thousands of Spectators at Charity Boxing Event!
The Evansville ChunJiDo Academy will be presenting a weapons, self-defense, and breaking demonstration in front of nearly 10,000 spectators at the Guns & Hoses Charity Boxing Event at Robert’s Stadium on April 16th in Evansville, Indiana . This event, sponsored by the 911 Gives Hope Foundation is a charity boxing event where the Police fight the Firefighters, and the proceeds go to area children’s charities. The 911 Gives Hope Foundation has raised $160,000 in their first 3 years, and $89,000 in 2010 alone! The ChunJiDo Organization is a proud sponsor of this charity event and several other events each year. I hope everyone comes out to support this wonderful event and cheer on the Evansville ChunJiDo Academy Demo Team! http://911giveshope.com/gunsandhoses
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Quad State Karate Championship February 26th in Benton, KY
The Quad State Karate Championship will be held February 26th in Benton, Kentucky. There will be over 85 divisions and more than 350 trophies awarded, including 11 Grand Championships! For more information contact Chuck Newton of Karate Elite Newton889@wmconnect.com or call 270-527-9208
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Grandmasters Jeff and Susan Everetts, of Pennsylvania, Join ChunJiDo International!
*Please join me in welcoming Grandmasters Jeff and Susan Everetts, of Pennsylvania, as our newest affiliates to the ChunJiDo International Martial Arts Organization!* Grandmasters Jeff and Susan Everettts are Founders of the International Hosinsul (Self-defense) Federation with two schools, one in Smethport, PA and one in Olean, NY. Both were recently inducted into the 2011 Action Martial Arts Magazine Hall of Honors. Grandmaster Jeff Everetts was inducted for, "Exemplary Contribution as an Ambassador to the Martial Arts" and Grandmaster Susan Everetts was inducted for, "Excellence in Teaching Martial Arts." *Welcome to the ChunJiDo Martial Arts Family!*
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Grandmaster Robert and Sensei Nancy Cutrell Inducted into the 2011 Action Martial Arts Hall of Honors!
Grandmaster Robert Cutrell and, his wife, Sensei Nancy Cutrell were inducted into the 2011 Action Martial Arts Hall of Honors January 22nd in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The Atlantic City Hall of Honors is the largest of its kind with almost 1500 attendees from 22 countries around the world. Grandmaster Cutrell was inducted for Exemplary Contribution as an Ambassador to the Martial Arts and Sensei Cutrell was inducted for Outstanding Dedication to the Martial Arts.
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Join in the 15 year celebration!
Join in the 15 year celebration of the ChunJiDo organization and order your Anniversary T-shirt (see attachment) today! Please email Sensei Nancy Cutrell, senseicutrell@gmail.com, for details and to place your order!
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4 of the top Bai Sung Kung Fu Masters from the Bahamas will be joining ChunJiDo International!
I received word this week from Grandmaster Kenneth Lewis, our Bahamas National Director, that *4 of the top Bai Sung Kung Fu Masters from the Bahamas will be joining ChunJiDo International!* We are very honored to have Sifu Lynden French the new Chief Instructor of the Bai Sung Institute of Four Winds Kung Fu, Sifu Cedric Miller, Sifu Leonard Major, and Sifu Nick Jones all senior instructors and masters in the Four Winds system as our newest affiliates! Grandmaster Lewis, the Founder of the Bai Sung Institute of Four Winds Kung Fu, is one of the most respected Kung Fu grandmasters in the world and is the most prominent Kung Fu Instructor in the Caribbean Islands. GM Lewis has been a strong supporter of ChunJiDo International and has presented seminars at ChunJiDo University our annual ChunJiDo International Training Camp. *Thank you Grandmaster Lewis for your continued support and leadership in the Bahamas!* ~Grandmaster Cutrell
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14 of Italy’s top Grandmasters and Masters are now members of ChunJiDo International!
It is a tremendous honor and privilege to announce… 14 of Italy’s top Grandmasters and Masters are now members of ChunJiDo International! In addition to Grandmaster Adriano Pizzato, our Italy National Director, 13 of Italy’s most highly regarded Grandmasters and Masters will be joining our organization. These amazing martial artists will represent such wonderful arts as Shin Shobukai Foralosso Ryu, Aku na Sifta Shinto Ryu, Inazuma Ryu aikijutsu, Judo, Karate, Kickboxing, Jujitsu, Arnis, Kali, and Sikaran. Two of these Grandmasters, GM Carlo Luciano Foralosso (85) and GM Renato Bosich (75) were the first instructors to open schools in Italy after WWII. This is a monumental event in the history of ChunJiDo. We will have a very strong presence and, will most likely, be the largest organization in Italy! Grandmaster Pizzato, our Italy National Director, is committed to continuing to support and grow the ChunJiDo organization in his country. Thank you to Grandmaster Pizzato for helping to make this wonderful addition of the Best of the Best Grandmasters and Masters in Italy possible and for your strong leadership in Italy! Our ChunJiDo Family continues to grow and we have been truly blessed to have so many wonderful martial artists in our organization! ~ Grandmaster Cutrell
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Grandmaster Adriano Pizzato named as ChunJiDo International Director for Italy
*ChunJiDo International is very honored to appoint Grandmaster Adriano Pizzato as the National Director for Italy!* Grandmaster Adriano Pizzato is the Founder of the International Warrior Foundation, an organization comprised of free and independent schools and organizations from around the world. Grandmaster Pizzato is a 10th Dan recognized by many associations such as Chunjido International, the World Budo Alliance, Martial Arts Association -International, and the Head Master and World Sokeship Council. Grandmaster Pizzato also holds high rank in many arts including Agni Kempo, Ninjutsu, Shotokan Karate, and Ju Jutsu. Grandmaster Pizzato is the National Coach of the Federation of Italian School Ju Jutsu and Self Defence, Council Member for the United Ninja Society, World Budo Alliance National Chairman, and the International Ninjutsu Federation National Chairman. Grandmaster Pizzato, representing ChunJiDo International in Italy, is credited with bringing in 11 of the top Grandmasters and Masters of Italy into the organization. ChunJiDo International is very proud to say, "This elite group of martial artists include the legends of martial artists of Italy!" *Thank you Grandmaster Pizzato for your dedication and commitment to growing ChunJiDo International in Italy!*
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Nine of Italy's top Grandmasters and Masters will be joining ChunJiDo International!
With great honor and an overwhelming sense of pride, I would like to announce that nine of Italy's top Grandmasters and Masters will be joining ChunJiDo International! Our Italy representative, Grandmaster Adriano Pizzato, emailed me this w...eekend to let me know that this elite group of Italy's most highly regarded Grandmasters and Masters would like to join our organization. These amazing martial artists will represent such wonderful arts as Inazuma Ryu aikijutsu, Judo, Karate, Kickboxing, Jujitsu, Arnis, Kali, and Sikaran! This is a monumental event in the history of ChunJiDo. We will have a very, very strong presence in Italy and I have received Grandmaster Pizzato's word that he will continue to support and grow the ChunJiDo organization in his country. Thank you to Grandmaster Pizzato for helping to make this wonderful addition of the Best of the Best Grandmasters and Masters in Italy possible! ~Grandmaster Cutrell
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Dr. Zulfiqar Ali Zulfi, of Pakistan, Joins ChunJiDo International!
*ChunJiDo International is very honored to have Master Dr. Zulfiqar Ali Zulfi as our newest affiliate!* Master Dr. Zulfiqar Ali Zulfi was born in Karachi on the 12th of December, 1981. After completing his Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from Karachi University, he enrolled in the International College of Acupuncture, from where he gained his Doctorate of Acupuncture and Doctorate of Chinese Medicine. His next educational achievement was a Doctorate of Yoga (Yogi) degree from the prestigious University of Yoga Sciences in India. Not pausing in his goal towards academic excellence, Dr. Zulfiqar Ali Zulfi further obtained a Diploma of Natural Health Sciences (DNHS) from the High Commission of Thailand. Dr. Zulfiqar then served as a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine for the next 2 years in the Orthopedic department of Sevil Hospital Karachi Pakistan. In 1990, Dr. Zulfiqar started his Wushu Shaolin Kung Fu training from Grandmaster Professor Dr. Yin Yong Zhou and was accepted as his ‘indoor disciple.’ At the hands of Grandmaster Zhou, Dr. Zulfiqar’s training was very difficult and rigorous. After 5 years of intense hard work, Dr. Zulfiqar became adept in Hu Chuan, Lohan Chua, Shaolin Pha Chuan, Yin family Chi Kung, Yang, Wu, Chen and Sun Tai Chi. He got his Black Sash in these Kung Fu styles. In 1995, Dr. Zulfiqar accompanied his Grandmaster Zhou to China and enrolled in the highly prestigious and famous Shaolin Temple for his ‘Warrior Monk’ training. Dr. Zulfiqar is only the 1st Pakistani in history who holds this unique distinction. Dr. Zulfiqar had to pass a number of very difficult entry tests, which included fighting with Shaolin monks, weapons fighting tests, Chi Kung breaking, gymnastics, meditation, etc. Dr. Zulfiqar spent 3 years in the Shaolin Temple and after intensive training; he finally achieved his Shi Dai Poo Red Sash degree. It is to be noted that only a handful of people in the world have successfully achieved this esteemed degree. Master Dr. Zulfiqar has the amazing distinction of being the first Pakistani to belong to the 35th Generation of Shaolin Temple warrior family. Master Dr. Zulfigar is also the Founder and Chief Editor of International Martial Arts Times Magazine, one of the world’s largest circulated magazines for all styles of martial arts. *Master Dr. Zulfigar, Welcome to our ChunJiDo International Family!*
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Mario Schapp of Satori Arts in San Diego, California Joins ChunJiDo International!
*ChunJiDo International is very honored to have Mario Schapp of San Diego, California as our newest affiliate!* Mario Schapp began his martial arts training in 1994 and is a 3rd Degree Black Belt in the Art of Soo Bahk Do. He is a certified instructor( Kyo Sa Nim) in the World Moo Duk Kwan and Owner/ Operator of Satori Arts and Elite Warrior. Since November 2008, Mario is a certified Gracie Jiu Jitsu Instructor, authorized by the Gracie Academy Torrance to teach Gracie Combatives, Gracie Bully-Proof, Gracie Master Cycle. Since 2005 Kyo Sa Nim Schapp is teaching the Martial Arts Program at the Blind Community Center of San Diego. He is the Chief Instructor at Blind Community Martial Arts San Diego and at the Certified GJJ Training Center Solana Beach, Ca. Mario is a successful competitor at regional, national and international Martial Arts tournaments. He holds 6 national Soo Bahk Do titles, won the silver medal at the Open Black Belt World Championship in Toronto, Canada in Korean Forms and a 3rd place in Kickboxing Point Sparring. He is Weapon Kata Champion and the winner of the Bronze Medal in Team Sparring( Team Germany) at the 2010 IBF- European Karate Championship in Kiev, Ukraine. His areas of specialization include: *Traditional Soo Bahk Do *Tactical Weapons Defense *Adaptive Martial Arts( Martial Arts for the Handicapped and Disabled) *Tournament Karate( All-Style) *Gracie Jiu Jitsu *Mixed Martial Arts Kyo Sa Nim Schapp will also serve as the California State Director for the ChunJiDo International organization and will coordinate all martial arts activities for ChunJiDo International in California. *Kyo Sa Nim Schapp, welcome to ChunJiDo International, we are honored to have you as our State Director, and we look forward to your Leadership in the state of California!*
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Ken and Kristine Ducote of Gonzales, Louisiana join ChunJiDo International!
*ChunJiDo International is very honored to have Ken and Kristine Ducote of Iron Tiger Martial Arts in Gonzales, Louisiana as our newest affiliates!* Ken and Kristine, coordinate the Iron Tiger Cubs Program, a karate for kids program at Iron Tiger Martial Arts, under the direction of Master Dwight Rush. Ken is a certified instructor in Taekwondo and Tactical Hapkido and holds a 2nd Dan in Taekwondo and is expected to receive a 1st Dan in Tactical Hapkido in early 2011. Ken also holds a 2nd degree brown belt in Tomiki Aikido. Ken is a licensed psychotherapist and holds a Master of Arts Degree in Community Counseling from Adams State College, Colorado. Ken is a former deputy sheriff for Jefferson Parish and East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. Kristine Ducote is a certified instructor in Taekwondo and Tactical Hapkido for Iron Tiger Martial Arts and also holds a 2nd degree brown belt in Tomiki Aikido. Kristine assists her husband Ken with the Iron Tiger Cubs Program. Kristine has worked as a volunteer for the Victim’s Assistance Program in Mesa County, Colorado, for both the Sheriff’s Office and Police Department. She is also a former youth corrections officer for the State of Colorado. Today she dedicates her time to the martial arts. *Ken & Kristine Ducote, Welcome to our ChunJiDo Family!*
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Thank You to Our ChunJiDo Martial Arts Family Worldwide!
Dear Friends and Fellow Martial Artists, As 2010 is slowly coming to a close and many of us celebrate the holidays, I would like to take this time to express my deepest appreciation for all of our ChunJiDo Martial Arts Family Worldwide. 2010 has been an extraordinary year of growth for the ChunJiDo International organization and the North American ChunJiDo Association. Sensei (Nancy) Cutrell and I are very humbled by the amazing people that have continued to be a part of our organization and also for all of the new students and instructors who have decided to make the ChunJiDo organization part of their martial arts journey. It is with great pride that I can say the ChunJiDo organization now has members & affiliates in four continents, fourteen countries, and fifteen states in the US stretching from coast to coast! I am very honored that our organization includes elite Masters, Instructors, and Black Belts from around the globe. I also take great pride in knowing that each student trains week after week in their martial arts in hopes of expanding their knowledge in diligent pursuit of becoming a Black Belt. Training in the arts is a worthwhile endeavor that takes tremendous dedication and commitment and it is wonderful to look across the ChunJiDo organization and see Instructors who continue to dedicate themselves to mentoring those coming up through the ranks. Any organization is only as strong as its collective members, and if 2010 is an indication of our future, together we have laid a strong foundation in becoming a World Leader in the Arts. Thanks to all of you for your Trust, your Commitment, and most of all your Friendship! *God bless you all, and best wishes for Peace and Happiness in the New Year,* Grandmaster Robert Cutrell Founder/International Director Sensei Nancy Cutrell US Director
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NO CLASSES - Thursday, January 20
Thursday classes are cancelled due to inclement weather. Promotions will be on Thursday, January 20. Reminder: When EVSC closes due to inclement weather, we will also close. Thank you!
Master Dwight Rush of Gonzales, Louisiana appointed as State Director for ChunJiDo International!
*ChunJiDo International is very honored to appoint Master Dwight Rush of Gonzales, Louisiana as the Louisiana State Director!* Master Rush founded the Iron Tiger Martial Arts studio in Gonzales, Louisiana in 2007. Master Rush has been inducted into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame, Hall of Honors, Hall of Champions, and was invited to join The Supreme Elite Warriors Council under Dr. Joe Parrish. Master Rush is the state representative for the Tactical Hapkido Alliance for Louisiana, and has had extensive training in several styles including;Hapkido, Tae Kwon Do, Judo, Jiujitsu, and Jeet Kune Do. Master Rush is also a former police officer, Nuclear Security officer, and still works in the private security field. Recently Master Rush, his instructors, and his students received recognition as the School of the Month in Taekwondo Times Magazine. *Master Rush, thank you for your continued dedication to the arts and the ChunJiDo International Martial Arts Organization looks forward to your leadership as our Director in the state of Louisiana!*
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Iron Tiger Martial Arts of Gonzales, Louisiana Featured in Taekwondo Times Magazine!
Congratulations to our good friends and ChunJiDo International affiliate school, Iron Tiger Martial Arts, of Gonzales, Louisiana for being featured in Taekwondo Times Magazine as the School of the Month in the Hall of Fame TKD Times magazine on newsstands now! Master Dwight Rush and his Instructors, Ken & Kristine Ducote are to be commended for their excellent Taekwondo and Hapkido programs. Please join me in wishing Master Rush, and Mr & Mrs. Ducote continued success... keep up the great work you are an inspiration to us all! http://irontigercombat.intuitwebsites.com/
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Sensei Gary Walker of Elizabethtown, Illinois Joins ChunJiDo International!
*ChunJiDo International is very honored to have Sensei Gary Walker as its newest affiliate!* Sensei Gary Walker started Karate in the Shuri Ryu & Seito Matsamura Ryu styles under Master Phillip Koeppel in Peoria Il. in May of 1978. Sensei Walker received his Black Belt in November 1983. In May of 1990 Sensei Walker became a lifetime member of the USKK. He continued to study and received his 6th degree Black Belt in July of 1998. Master Koeppel then made Sensei Walker the USKK Kentucky State Representative. In 1995 After retiring and dedicating himself fulltime to the arts, Sensei Walker moved to southern Ilinois where he grew up. In April of 2010 Sensei Walker opened up Gary Walker’s School of Karate in Elizabethtown, Illinois and teaches Shuri Ryu and Seito Matsamura Ryu. *Sensei Walker, Welcome to the ChunJiDo Family!*
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Dragon-Phoenix Martial Arts Seminar Nov 6 & 7 in Chelmsford, Masachusetts
Shihan Jesse Dwire will be sponsoring a seminar with Hanshi Vincent Anthony on November 6 & 7 at the Dragon-Phoenix Martial Arts dojo in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. This seminar is open to all styles and has several different sessions to choose from. Contact Shihan Jesse Dwire, shihandwire@gmail, for additional details.
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CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
Order the custom ChunJiDo jacket at 15% off the regular price. Orders must be prepaid, no later than November 12, to guarantee delivery by Christmas. Email Senseicutrell@gmail.com if you are interested.
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Dr. Craig Hiatt Appointed as Missouri State Director for ChunJiDo International!
Chunjido International is very honored to appoint Dr. Craig Hiatt as our Missouri State Director! Dr. Hiatt is a retired educator. He holds the following academic degrees, Doctor of Educational Administration, Masters of Science in Education, and a Bachelor of Arts. Dr. Hiatt’s (9th Dan/Hall of Fame) martial arts journey began in the 70’s when he was introduced to Shotokan Karate. However, over the past 26 years, Dr. Hiatt’s primary style has been Tae Kwon Do. He holds certified rank from the USNTF, KUKKIWON, and Alliance. Dr. Hiatt is consistently searching for knowledge, which has resulted in enhanced training in pressure point application, close combat self-defense, Hapkido, and Bunhae. Dr. Hiatt's personality, dedication to the arts, and his commitment to helping students grow and succeed, has made him one of the most respected Instructors in the Midwest. *Dr. Hiatt, Welcome to our ChunJiDo International Family!*
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Eric Minar named Washington State Director for ChunJiDo International!
Staff Sargeant Eric Minar USAF of Tacoma, Washington has been appointed as the Washington State Director for ChunJiDo International. Mr. Minar has served in the Air Force for 11 years and during this time he has been stationed in Germany and Washington. Mr Minar has most recently served his country with great honor during his deployment to Iraq and Kyrzgastan. Mr Minar holds Black Belt rank in the art of ChunJiDo and has also trained in Wushu Kung Fu, Aikido, and Taekwondo. Mr Minar also taught self-defense to troops during his deployment to Iraq. *Mr. Minar, God bless you for serving your country with honor and we look forward to your leadership in the state of Washington!*
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SiGung Rudy Duncan presents Kemchido Seminar at Evansville ChunJiDo Academy!
Evansville ChunJiDo Academy is honored to host a seminar by SiGung Rudy Duncan on November 6th in Evansville, Indiana! SiGung Duncan will be presenting his art of Kemchido, which he has spent a lifetime developing based on the concept of blending the arts of Hawaiian Kempo, Tai Chi, and Silat.The topics discussed and demonstrated in the seminar will benefit every martial artist regardless of style or system. The seminar is a combination of lecture and student participation, to provide any opportunity for students to ask questions and practice movement and techniques on how to integrate these concepts into their root style. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience these rare insights into the combat aspects of the Kemchido System. Techniques that will be covered include: •Empty hand techniques •Entries into takedowns •Laws and Principles of Movement •Entering, evading, trapping and whipping hands. • For more information contact Grandmaster Robert Cutrell, mastercutrell@yahoo.com or click on the attached registration form. *This is seminar you will not want to miss!*
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Sensei Roby Irby of Hillsboro, Illinois Joins Chunjido International!
Sensei Roby Irby of Hillsboro, Illinois holds advanced Black Belt ranking in many arts including Taekwondo, Krav Maga, Jujitsu, and Taijukai. Mr. Irby has extensive Law Enforcement Taining including, Ground Fighting for Law Enforcement Officers and Pressure Point Control Tactics. Mr Irby has been recognized by many organizations such as, US Taekwondo Union, the World Taekwondo Federation, the United States Taejukai Association, and the Nippon Ketsugo Kai Association. *Welcome to Chunjido International!*
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J. Andrew Greer of Makanda, Illinois Joins Chunjido International!
A warm "Welcome!" to Andrew Greer our new affiliate from Makanda, Illinois! Mr Greer is a 2nd Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo and a 1st Dan in Kali under the direction of Chunjido International Illinois State Director, Grandmaster Thomas Black of Black’s Martial Arts Academy in Carbondale, Illinois. *Mr Greer, Thank you for becoming our newest affiliate!*
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Ted Koonce of Coffeen, Illinois Joins Chunjido International!
Congratulations to our new affiliate Mr. Ted Koonce of Coffeen, Illinois on his recent promotion to 6th Dan Black Belt in the Philipino arts by Chunjido International Illinois State Director, Grandmaster Thomas Black of Black’s Martial Arts Academy in Carbondale, Illinois. *Mr. Koonce, Welcome to the Chunjido Family and congratulations on this wonderful achievement!*
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Heather Minckler of Makanda, Illinois Joins Chunjido International!
Congratulations to our new affiliate, Mrs. Heather Minckler of Makanda, Illinois for her recent promotion to 1st Dan Black Belt in the art of Taekwondo by Chunjido International Illinois State Director, Grandmaster Thomas Black of Black’s Martial Arts Academy in Carbondale, Illinois. *Mrs Minckler, Welcome to Chunjido International and our best wishes for your continued success in your martial arts journey!*
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Chunjido International Director,Grandmaster Dr. Mohammad Tianero, Receives Award
Congratulations to our Dear Friend and Saudi Arabia National Director, Grandmaster Dr. Mohammad Tianero who recently received an award from his Honorable Sheik Dr.Faysal Al-Aquil for Dr. Tianero's tremendous support for the success of the 3rd WOMA USA Invitational Karate & Kobudo Tournament held March 26th at the Madina Palace Hotel in Jeddah, Western Region of Saudi Arabia. Dr. Tianero, this is an award that is greatly deserved for your efforts in supporting the arts and being an inspiration to all of us!
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Frank Fuller of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Joins Chunjido International!
Frank Fuller started Korean martial arts in the mid 1980s. He holds a 5th degree black belt and has trained in various Korean and Japanese systems. Sensei Fuller also holds black belt rank in Danzan Ryu Jujitsu, Yoshin Ryu Jujitsu, and Taekwondo. He competed periodically in forms and sparring competitions in his younger days and has taught classes, developing black belts at various locations, primarily at university recreation centers and martial arts schools. He has also been elected to several Halls of Fame in recent years for his contributions to the arts.
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Professor Emmanuel Ortega named Chunjido International Florida State Director!
Congratulations to Professor Emmanuel Ortega on his recent appointment as Chunjido International Florida State Director. Professor Ortega will coordinate new members, operations, and activities for the Chunjido International Martial Arts Organization, for all styles and systems, in the state of Florida. Professor Ortega, we are honored to have you as our State Director and look forward to your leadership in the state of Florida!
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Kick-A-Thon
3rd Annual Kick-A-Thon Saturday, August 14, 1-3 pm Tri-State Athletic Club Join us for this exciting event. We will have raffle prizes, silent auction gifts. and an exciting demo! All proceeds will benefit the Hemophilia Foundation and 911 Gives Hope. For more information, please call Sensei Cutrell at (812) 430-4555. Click on the downloadable flyer for the Sponsor sheet
Shihan Jesse E. Dwire IV Joins Chunjido International!
*Chunjido International is very honored to have Master Jesse E. Dwire IV as its newest affiliate!* Master Jesse E. Dwire IV (M.D) started his official training in 1989 with Sigung Rudy Duncan in Camillus, NY. Received Black belt in 1993 1994 – 1998 Attended Niagara UniversityStarted Niagara U. Karate club - promoted 3 people at Niagara who continued the school after M.D.’s graduation - Continued to train with Sigung Duncan the entire time at college. 1995 – April Earned Nidan / 2nd Degree 1997 – January earned Sandan / 3rd Degreee 1998 - Obtained Bachelor in Social Work, minor in Criminal Justice 1999 - Attended Onadaga School of Therapeutic Massage (one of the top 10 schools in Nation at the time)Obtained Massage License with 3 strong points Sports Massage and Shiatsu as 2 of them. 1999 Moved to Lowell / Chelmsford Massachusetts and took over an existing school. 2000 – Started training with SGM George Pesare – Was recognized by the Kaito Gakko as a Black Belt- Continues to this day to seek training and knowledge of Original East Coast Kempo from SGM Pesare 2000 – earned Yondan / 4th Degree black belt MSDC 2004 – Left organization in Chelmsford and Created Dragon-Phoenix Martial Arts an Affiliate school of Duncans Martial Arts Academy. 2004 - Earned Godan (5th degree Black Belt) and “Master” / “Sifu” Title in Dec. of 2004 from Sigung Rudy Duncan – in Karazenpo GoShinjutsu and Shaolin Kempo 2005 after training in the Art Of Kempo-Jutsu under Prof. Kimo Ferreira,earned rank of 5th dan - 2005 inducted into AMA Hall of Fame – for outstanding efforts in promotion of Martial Arts dedicated to hosting International Seminars and Tournaments. - 2009 Inducted into World Martial Arts Federations Hall of Fame as Kempo Master Instructor of the Year 2009 earned and tested for the rank of Shodan in Soke DePasquale’s Combat Ju-Jitsu June 2010 - earned 6th degree black belt and Shihan Title Shihan Dwire will assume the role of Massachusetts State Director for the Chunjido International martial arts organization. *Shihan Dwire, Welcome to Chunjido International!*
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Chunjido International New York State Director, Sigung Rudy Duncan, Awarded Sokeship
Congratulations to Chunjido International New York State Director, Sigung Rudy Duncan who was recently awarded Sokeship for his art of Kemchido by the World Organizer of Martial Arts (WOMA) and its Founder, the honorable Dr. Mohammad Tianero. WOMA has representatives in over 100 countries around the world and is one of martial arts' most pretigious sanctioning organizations. Sigung Duncan's art of Kemchido is a blended system comprised of Hawaiian Kempo, Tai Chi, and Filipino arts. *Sigung Duncan, Best Wishes from your Chunjido Family for your continued success!*
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New T-shirt Design for July
Here is the new t-shirt design for July. They will be on an orange t-shirt. Bright and summery! Cost is only $20. You do not have to be a ChunJiDo student to purchase one. We have a Paypal account. Please let me know if you are interested!! Email Sensei Cutrell at heartshines2@yahoo.com
SUMMER SPECIAL
Check our our Summer Special for new members! Great prizes for current members that recruit new members to join! Call Master Cutrell at (812) 430-4555 for details.
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Professor Emmanuel Ortega Joins Chunjido International!
*Chunjido International is very honored to have Professor Emmanuel Ortega as our newest affiliate!* Professor Ortega began his martial arts study in Shotokan and Taekwondo. While stationed in Germany during his enlistment in the US Army in 1979 Prof. Ortega studied Kodokan Judo. In 1985 Professor Ortega returned to Hawaii and met his mentor Grandmaster Professor Tony Sotero Jr. 9th Dan in the American Jujitsu Institute, 5th Dan in Kajukenbo, and Master Guro in Escrima Tabosa. Prof. Ortega was honored to be promoted to black belt under Prof. Sotero Jr., and was honorably accepted as a personal student of GM Christopher Matsuo, Bagua./Daito ryu Roppo Kai Aikijujitsu, and Ninjitsu. After three years under GM Matsuo, Prof. Ortega was promoted to Black Belt. Professor Ortega's ranks and recognitions include: 10th Hawaiian Kenpo jujitsu Society by HMAIS 10th Hawaiian Goshinryu Kenpo Jujitsu 1oth Danzan Ryu Jujitsu 5th Yoshin ryu Jujitsu 3rd American Jujitsu institute 3rd Kajukenbo 2nd Daito Ryu Roppo Kai Aikijujitsu/ Ninjitsu 2nd Kodokan Judo 1st Taekwondo 5th Dragon Kung Fu 5th Horangikido *Professor Ortega, Welcome to our Chunjido International Family!*
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Congratulations Sensei Nathan Meredith!
Congratulations to Sensei Nathan Meredith, 4th degree Black Belt Instructor in the North American ChunJiDo Association, recipient of 2010 College of Science Highest Academic Achievement Award by the Chemistry Department, University of Alabama Huntsville. Sensei Meredith will graduate this spring with a double major in chemistry and mathematics and has been invited by the University of Notre Dame to complete his post-graduate studies, teach and do research for Notre Dame. *Sensei Meredith, we are so proud of you!*
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North American ChunJiDo Association Promotes Eight New Black Belts!
Congratulations to the recently promoted Black Belts in the North American ChunJiDo Association! We are very proud to welcome, Sensei Nancy Cutrell - 3rd Degree Black Belt (Sensei) Mrs. Dana Jones - 1st Degree Black Belt Miss Darby Kissel - 1st Degree Black Belt Miss Corinne Casino - 1st Degree Black Belt Mr. Sam Vogel - 1st Degree Black Belt Mr. Carlo Casino - 1st Degree Black Belt Miss Emily Vogel - 1st Degree Black Belt Miss Rachael Richard - 1st Degree Black Belt *Congratulations and best wishes on your continued success in the Arts!*
US Director Nancy Cutrell Promoted to 3rd Dan!
Congratulations to our US Director, Sensei Nancy Cutrell, who was promoted to 3rd Dan Black Belt in the North American ChunJiDo Association and awarded the "Sensei" title in the art of ChunJiDo. Sensei Cutrell was tested in kata, sparring, self-defense, and board breaking for over 2 hours, outdoors in the pouring rain, wind, and 50 degree temperatures by Grandmaster Robert Cutrell and six other Senior Black Belts from the association. Soaked to the bone and physically exhausted, Sensei met all of these challenges and completed the requirements with amazing determination! *Congratulations Sensei Nancy Cutrell!*
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Grandmaster Robert Cutrell featured in, "Martial Arts Masters of the 21st Century!"
Congratulations to Grandmaster Robert Cutrell who was recently featured in the publication, “Martial Arts Masters of the 21st Century.” Published by the Martial Arts Association – International, an organization founded in 1964 and representing over 120 countries, this magazine highlights the top martial arts Masters from around the world.
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Three Chunjido International Officers featured in New Publication!
Congratulations to Prof. Dr. Mohammad I. Tianero, Sifu Werner Leuschner, and Grandmaster Robert Cutrell who were recently featured in the publication, "Martial Arts Masters of the 21st Century." Published by the Martial Arts Association - International, an organization founded in 1964 and representing over 120 countries, this magazine highlights the top martial arts Masters from around the world.
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Terre Haute Tournament
Terre Haute tournament. SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 Many events: Forms, Fighting, Weapons, Creative, Breaking, Self-Defense We will meet at McDonald's on North 41 and Mt. Pleasant Road at 6:00 am. We will drive off at 6:15 am.
ChunJiDo Students Rock the Quad State Karate Championships!
Mrs. Cutrell & I are so proud of our ChunJiDo students who competed in the Quad State Karate Championships in Benton, Kentucky! Truly an amazing tournament. 16 competitors brought home 40 trophies and one of our 1st time competitors, 8 year old Alex Phan, won Grand Champion! John Eggers, age 50, another 1st timer, competed against men 1/2 his age in grappling & won 1st place, an awesome performance! Thanks to all who competed for such a great effort. Mrs Cutrell and I are very proud of you! God Bless you all...Master C
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