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United Fighting Arts FederationMission Statement

The United Fighting Arts Federation (UFAF) is dedicated to providing and facilitating quality martial arts instruction, leading to the most prestigious black belt ranking certifications in the martial arts world.

Through the disciplined, internal growth of its membership and the development of world class teaching ability and leadership within its ranks, UFAF seeks to make Chun Kuk Do one of the most recognizable and respected martial arts styles in the world.

Building on these principles, UFAF is committed to assisting its member schools in providing a quality martial arts training experience to every student of Chun Kuk Do, and to enriching and serving the communities in which it is represented by cultivating high character in the lives of its members.

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Dear UFAF Members:

I would like to tell all of you who attended the ITC how proud I am of your conduct during this conference. Each of our CKD practitioners displayed the UFAF creed of Discipline, Integrity, Loyalty, and Respect that sent the message that we are a very special organiza-tion. There were other events going on at the same time as ours, and it is interesting to note that those sponsoring some, including another martial arts organization, are not invited back, whereas we have been invited back with enthusiasm.

One of the great things taught in martial arts studios is respect. Our CKD practitioners show respect and discipline, not only on the mat, but at all times, and in all areas of life.

Once again I commend you, and because of you, Chun Kuk Do’s great practitioners, I am proud to be the chairman of The United Fighting Arts Federation and the founder of Chun Kuk Do.

Sincerely,Chuck NorrisFounder

To all CKD Black Belts and students,

When I was in grade school I read a book called The Chance World, which described a world where everything happened by chance. The sun might rise, or it might not; it might rise at noon, or at three o’clock. Water might roll uphill, or it might roll downhill. Planted wheat might come up as corn or parsley or tomatoes. Apple trees might bear orange fruit. In that ‘chance world’ no one ever knew for sure what was going to happen. We can all be grateful that our world is not a ‘chance world’.

One of the reasons that Mr. Norris became a great champion is because he did not leave his training or his skills up to chance, and we continue to become one of the greatest martial

arts organizations in the world because we are not leaving anything we do up to chance. We are continually adding success principles to our organization that benefi t our students and studio owners.

This year’s incredible ITC demonstrated our commitment to success in training, success in business, success in broadening our style, and to success in life. I would like to commend our board of directors, our regional chairs, and our studio owners, along with our students of CKD, who are not leaving their success in the martial arts world up to chance. I would also like to thank Mr. Chuck and Mr. Aaron Norris for their continued support and innovation to the great style of Chun Kuk Do.

Just like the eagle and the condor that I spoke about at the ITC, we will continue to soar to new heights and great accomplishments.

Yours for a better UFAF,Ken GallacherExecutive Vice President

Isn’t That Cool!

I know, ITC stands for International Training Conference, but you must agree, that the whole event, from the hotel to the classes and entertainment, was great.

We were all concerned about our new digs, but the South Point exceeded our expecta-tions. Do we need to improve? Of course – there’s always room for improvement. But now that we know their ways, and they know what we need, next year will be even better. Thank you to Mrs. Tara Bidwell for making the transition to the South Point so smooth.

And now for the BIG thank you to those who made this year so successful - THANK YOU!John PrestiDirector of Special Events

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Isn’t it great how every year the ITC gets better and better? Th e new location was impressive, as were all the seminars. UFAF is growing by leaps and bounds!

It is frequently said that the study of martial arts is a journey, which of course, is made up of mini journeys. Starting on page 4, I take you on a mini journey through the ITC 2007. For those who were there, relive it one more time, and for those who could not be there, it will give you an idea of what to expect next year. Start planning now!

Many thanks to Derek Banks, who generously let the Octagon use all the photos he and his staff took at the banquet, the Master Rank Induction Ceremony, some action shots at the tournament, and the Grand Champions. I had so much fun taking photos as well - can you fi nd the picture I took of you? Sincerely, Astrid Fabian

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Great News! We have been invited back to the South Point for next year’s ITC! Dates and more information coming soon!

We are pleased to announce that Mr. Kevin Hibbs will take over as the chair of Region 5. Many thanks to Mr.Tip Potter for his many years of dedicated service.

Have you seen any of the episodes of “Th e Human Weapon” on the History Channel? It’s a fun, introduction to many diff erent martial arts styles: Muay Th ai, Eskrima, Karate, Sa-vate, Judo, Pankration, Krav Maga, Kung Fu, Sambo, Bokator, Silate, Taekwondo and more. Basically, two guys travel the world training in various arts. Each episode ends with one of the two fi ghting a master of the art. Check local listings!

Congratulations to Mr. Danny Semeraro, Jr. a 3rd degree black belt fr om CT, who was inducted into the United States Hall of Fame in Las Vegas, as MMA Instructor of the Year. He dedicates this award to his fi ghters, who,

in his words “…keep winning and making me look better than I am.” Mr. Semeraro is also one of only 20 people to complete Tom Callos’ fi rst Ultimate Black Belt Test. See the September 2007 issue of Black Belt Magazine for an article about this ultimate test.

6th degree Chun Kuk Do black belt Mr. Rick Rine of Weirton, WV, recently graduated fr om Pittsburgh Technical Insti-tute with an Associate in Science Degree in Business Administra-

tion/Safety and Security Administration, with certifi cates in First-Aid, CPR, Self-Defense, Police Weaponry – Baton, Mace, and Firearms. He and his wife Karen, a 2nd degree black belt, opened Rine Karate Studio in Weirton, WV in 1983. Th ey run their school full time, teaching over 130 students fr om age 4 to 70. (Th e 70-year-old student is Rick’s mom Th eresa, who is a green belt!) Th eir goals are to be positive role models in order to change their students’ lives for the better, and to train quality Chun Kuk Do black belts.

Chuck Norris Fun Fact: Chuck Norris’ roundhouse kick is so powerful; it can be seen fr om outer space by the naked eye.

Safety Tip: This may seem like a no-brainer, but sometimes we need to be re-minded anyway! Always take the elevator instead of the stairs. Stairwells are hor-rible places to be alone and the perfect crime spot. This is especially true at NIGHT!

If you are interested in purchasing any of the photos taken by Mr. Banks, please go to or-dermyphotos.net and type UFAF as the event.

4 | Cover Story: Journey Through the 2007

ITC Our mini journey starts at our fabulous, new location, the South Point Hotel and Casino & Spa, where, by the way, we have been invited back!

12 | Tournament Results: Four pages of tournament results including green belt, red belt, black belt, and grand champion divisions.

16 | UFAF Report: Who’s Who at UFAF UFAF is governed by a group of loyal individuals who work together to make our organization the best it can be. Please meet 7th degree black belt, Mr. Stephen Hammersley, Director of Professional Development.

17 | Training: How to Read Your Opponent

and Fight Eff ectively- Part 3 In this series of articles we have identifi ed fi ve possible styles of fi ghters that may be encountered: the Blitzer, the Runner, the Kicker, the Hand Man, and the Rock. In this last article, we focus on the Hand Man, and the Rock.

18 | Kiai Corner: Dr. Terrence Webster-Doyle’s Eye of the Hurricane: Tales of the Empty Handed Masters: The Miracle of the Martial Arts and Heaven in a Wild Flower, both of which will help you with the riddle!

20 | Team CKD News: From Portland to Pitts-burgh, Team CKD rocks! In addition, an interview with a Champion - Mr. Van Frasher.

21 | Region News: At this very minute, someone, somewhere, is thinking CKD. Follow the events that make our organization second to none!

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Our mini journey starts at our fabulous, new location, the South Point Hotel and Casino & Spa, where, by the way, we have been invited back! Did you have a chance to enjoy all the amenities? I loved the fi tness center, spa, pool and The Oyster Bar. I have to admit that I enjoyed actually sitting down for 45 minutes, during my pedicure. And I got pretty pink toenails, to boot. (I know, it’s a girl thing!)

Journey through the 2007 ITCby Ms. Astrid FabianEditor

RegistrationThe fi rst people you probably saw were the registration team, Mrs. Shirley Presti, Mrs. Leslie Nelson, and Mrs. Sheila Foster. These ladies give their time every year to make sure your conference experience starts out smoothly. Mrs. Cherry Jette and Mrs. Janis Gemma ran the UFAF store, which had a lot of Chun Kuk Do apparel and equipment. I defi nitely dropped some cash on some great stuff!

Shirley Presti Leslie Nelson Sheila Foster Cherry Jette Janis Gemma


Master Development Series (MDS)Teacher, Trainer, Coach – Levels One and Two, were run concurrently on the Monday and Tuesday of the conference. These intensive classes culminate with an exam, and are now a part of the pro-motion process for 5th and 6th degree, and beyond.Personally, I can’t wait to get my 4th degree, so that I can take level one next year! (Learning patience has been a part of my journey.) All three instructors (Mr. Saenz, Mr. Nelson, and Mr. Sapp) taught both levels – these photos feature the instructors who happened to be there at the time.

Level One- Kevin Hibbs, Tommy Crouch, Robert Sapp, Shantell Dawson, Victor Lopez, Rodolfo Varela

Level Two- Front Row, L-R: Howard Munding, Eric Hensley, John Presti 2nd Row, L-R: Tara Bidwell, Pat Davis, Aaron Hensley, Jim Chandler, Clayton Ferguson, Joe Gemma, Ed Saenz, Steve Brown, Nick Sheats, Diane Huntemann, Jeannie Newfi eld, Rick Prieto 3rd Row, L-R: Chuck Elias, David Alonzo, Jorge Alonzo, Stephen Hammersley

Professional Development Series (PDS)What a great day this was, tons of information! You can make a good living as a full-time school owner, and the presenters below gave us information to help us run a success-ful school in all ways: how to limit your liability (keep your school safe for you and your students), how to plan for your future (and your school’s), how to enroll and retain students, how to be the type of school that best benefi ts you and your students, and UFAF’s new Values Curriculum.

Joe LandrevilleTommy LeeWayne NguyenKen Gallacher (with Rick Prieto and Terry Cochran)

Stephen Hammersley


Instructor Development Series (IDS) Javier Garcia with Clara Melendez Mr. Garcia, with Ms. Melendez translat-ing, presented excellent information on how to evaluate your new and existing students!

Ed Saenz Mr. Saenz, UFAF’s Director of Training and Advancement, presented a systematic formula for developing a fi ghter from beginner to advanced. Help your students enjoy the sport of sparring and help them understand that sparring is for sport, fi ghting is to save your life. “It’s OK to have the will to win, but you don’t have to win.” As instructors, we want to develop skill, strategy and attitude – a good one, of course.

Jim Brogan Mr. Brogan, in his extremely entertaining way, inspired us to know, learn about, and utilize the tremendous power we have for good in the lives of our students. He encouraged us to enjoy success in the martial arts, and in life, through GOALS, COURAGE, ATTITUDE! I can still ‘see’ him express these ideas in such an outgoing way! Know what you want to accomplish and have a plan to get there, while having the courage to do the right thing even if it means being different, and have the positive ‘can do’ attitude critical to accomplishing your goals.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Mid-Term/Final Evaluation & Training Session Congratulations to all par-ticipants for putting forth the hard work necessary to complete this program. It was a huge suc-cess. Get your reps done, so you can attend this seminar next year, and if you need information about the program, please contact Steve Nelson at [email protected].

Pictured above, L-R: Passing the mid-term are Brett Banister, Paulo Santos, Stephen Hammer-sley, Michael Bannister, Tanya Hunt, and Tommy Crouch. Passing the fi nal are Aaron Hensley, (Instructors David Meyer and John Will), John Malone, Kristi Tanner, Steve Nelson. Jeff Giroux (not pictured) also passed the fi nal, but at a separate certifi cation event.


Annual Awards DinnerFor me, the awards dinner is so much fun because I get a chance to catch up with everyone! It’s also great to see my fellow martial artists recognized for their accomplishments. Congratulations to you all. Next year, I need to get in the desert line earlier– I missed all the chocolate!

Instructor of the YearJohn Kurek

Female Competitor of the YearShantell Dawson

Male Competitor of the Year Rigo Cardenas

Jr. Competitor of the YearJose Lara

Studio of the Year (School of the Year)

Chip Wright

Most InspirationalTeam Chun Kuk Do

Wieland Norris AwardChuck Elias

5th DegreeVan Frasher, Pat Davis, Juan Ferman, Lauren Kennedy, Steve Brown

6th DegreeTara Bidwell, Steve Giroux, and Alice Mc-Cleary and Halina Modelski (not pictured)

8th DegreeRick Prieto, Gretta Gay Potter

9th DegreeEd Saenz, Tip Potter

7th DegreeVictor D. Matera

Tip & Gretta Potter


Master Rank Induction Ceremony (MRIC) and Welcome Reception Congratulations to all fi ve candidates who were inducted to master rank. Exciting demonstrations and a meaningful ceremony ushered these deserv-ing individuals to next part of their martial arts journey. Pictured above L-R

Steve Brown Lauren Kennedy

Van FrasherJuan Ferman

Pat Davis

Continuing Education Series (CES)

Aaron Norris, Ed Saenz, Rick Prieto – Blood, Sweat and Tears What a great expe-rience it was to work with these three masters. They highlighted core CKD concepts – the bread and butter of our system – the building blocks on which our style has developed. Ste-phen Hammersley, who is profi led on page 16, described this seminar profoundly:Blood- the bond that we have as an organi-zation; brothers and sisters in the art of Chun Kuk Do. Sweat- the personal price that we pay to con-tinue growing together in our art. Tears- the feeling inside we all have as we shake hands and hug before heading back home back after another great conference.


Richard Norton – Real Self Defense in the Real World Mr. Norton shared with us his real-world knowledge of self defense and control situations. As in the past, this seminar was fast paced and dynamic, providing us with great, useful information and technique. Mr. Norton is actually in Australia right now, fi lming a movie!

John Will & David Meyer – Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for CKDA great seminar which hopefully inspired you to get involved in the CKD Grappling Program, with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu blue belt certification! Contact Steve Nelson at [email protected] for more information.

Van Frasher – Climbing the Ladder – Char-acteristics of a ChampionWhat are the characteristics of a champion?

- will to win- athleticism- strength- stamina- endurance- visualization- quality technique- ability to access

great coaching In our organization

we are so lucky to have access to so many great instructors! Try not to get discouraged and always strive to get better in your workouts, by using all the above to focus and put meaning into your training.


Diane Huntemann –Creative One-Steps! Effective One-Steps!Participants in this semi-nar went home with an entire one-step. I’m going to use part of it in one of mine – Thanks Ms. Huntemann!

Tanya Hunt – Gear Up!Ms. Hunt and company presented fun drills to help your sparring techniques. That x-ray paper makes such a cool sound!

Derrick Stinson – Bo Crazy!This group learned bo skills from one of the most exciting martial arts weapons experts in UFAF. He is a two-time world CKD cham-pion! and this seminar rocked!

John Petitt – Dynamic Diamond One-StepsThe intent of the diamond concept is to use the pattern in the diamond to design your movements around the attacker. The attacker and the defender start at opposite ends of the diamond. The attacker attacks with a stepping high punch in a forward stance. The idea is to step on each line intersection as you defend against the attack. This is a unique and innovative way to approach your one-steps.

Clara Melendez – Give Me a Break! It was amazing to see all these young stu-dents break a board with a side kick. Ms. Melendez and her instructors led the students through a series of confi dence building drills to ensure their success when it came time to actually kick the board. Fun stuff!


David Alonzo – The Kicking GameEven though I was taking pictures, my legs felt sore just watching! Mr. Alonzo taught offensive and de-fensive kicking techniques for competition, both to score and to set up scoring combinations.

Tommy Crouch – Kickin’ It!Kicking can really take a toll on your body if you’re not properly prepared and warmed up, and if you perform the kicks incorrectly. Mr. Crouch demonstrated the proper method of executing kicks, and lots of fun drills!

Shantell Dawson – Drills for SkillsDrills and basic techniques helped everyone in this seminar improve their bo skills! I could actually see improvement as the seminar progressed. Great job!

Carl Flores – Be Fast! Be First!Mr. Flores worked on developing the initial move off the line to score fi rst on your op-ponent. By watching him, I even learned something I’m doing that telegraphs my intentions. I love being a student!

Jeremy McQuivey – One-StepsMr. McQuivey, along with Mr. Comito, presented a step-by-step plan to grow your one-steps from basic level to advanced level. Everyone went home with ideas for fi ve one-steps, built from the ground up.

Michael Holstein – Flipped Out!As a very slightly more mature student, jump spinning kicks may not be my forte, but I learned some tips from Mr. Holstein to improve at least the ones I need for my next rank test. He makes this look so easy! Keep jumping and spinning!

Steve Nelson – Chuck Norris: Martial Arts Innovator!Mr. Nelson touched on the history of Chun Kuk Do and several of the innovations Mr. Norris has made to his original Tang Soo Do training that have resulted in the Chun Kuk Do we know today. He encour-aged everyone in attendance to become and remain true students of the art - committed to learning CKD’s required skills and philosophies, and open to new learning and innovations which will enhance CKD’s position as The Universal Way. The seminar concluded by noting Mr. Norris’ greatest innovation to this or any other style: a higher standard of character.


TOURNAMENT RESULTSEvent Age Gender 1st place 2nd place 3rd place

weapons 10- m-f Jordan Frost Dawson Bush Leonela Reynoso

weapons 11-13 m-f Christine Posvistak Tanner Barrett Raul Perez

weapons 14-17 m-f Patrick Wilson John Stroupe Michael Ruddy

weapons 18+ m-f Tammy Cassady Robert Pennington n/a

kata 6-7 m-f Cole Gaskill Zeke Hand Nico Tabarez

kata 8-9 m-f Carlos Flores Christopher McKee Morgan Woods

kata 10-12 m-f Leonela Reynoso Christopher Khawaja Kali Vittallo

kata 13-17 f Ashley Juvera Christine Posvistak Evelyn Collins

kata 13-17 m Michael Ruddy Jon Stroupe Dante Arroyo

kata 18+ f Tammy Cassady Laura Monica Fran Gwinn

kata 18+ m Jeremy McCammack Robert Pennington Don Pickett

fi ghting 6-8 m-f Carlos Flores Camie Ellingford Kristopher Margerum

fi ghting 9-10 f Leonela Reynoso Calley Ellingford Morgan Woods

fi ghting 10-13 m Dante Arroyo Charlie Nighswonger Raul Perez

fi ghting 12-13 f Christine Posvistak Evlyn Collins Nicolette DeFrance

fi ghting 14-15 m Martin Margaillan Nathan Monica Jonathan Frick

fi ghting 14-17 f Jeanette Margaillan Ashley Juvera n/a

fi ghting 18+ m Jason Johnson Robert Pennington Don Pickett

fi ghting 18+ f Tammy Cassady Laura Monica Elizabeth Zepeda

Event Grand ChampionJr.Forms Eric JonesAdult Forms Shantell DawsonSenior Forms Tommy CrouchFemale Fighting Shantell DawsonMale Fighting Van FrasherSenior Male Fighting Clayton Ferguson

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Grand Champions pictured clockwise from top left .

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WhoWho’s ’s WhoWho at U at UFAFFAFby Ms. Astrid FabianEditor

UFAF is governed by a group of loyal individuals who work together to make our organization the best it can be. In this continuing series, we will get to know each member of the UFAF Board of Directors. Please meet 7th degree black belt, Master Ste-phen Hammersley, Director of Professional Development. You may know this, but Master Hammersley is the one who actually started and developed the Octagon!

Octagon: I ask this question of ev-eryone, but I just love hearing the answers. How did you get started in the martial arts? SH: In the early seventies, while I was working at a major hotel in Las Vegas, I met my fi rst instructor, Sensei Ollie Walker, who at the time was the head of security. His art and mine, at that time, was Yoshukai, a Japanese hard style of karate. Mr. Walker received his black belt in Japan where he was stationed while in the armed service (sound familiar?) I worked my butt off and aft er a year I was still a white belt (back then belts were few and far between, and in this style the ranks were white, green, brown, black). I was slated to test for my green belt about the time Mr. Walker got a better job off er in California. Needless to say, I was ‘bummed out’. Mr. Walker was leaving and I was not going to test. Th en Mr. Walker did a great thing - he introduced me to Master Gallacher. As I watched him teach and demonstrate in his class, I was amazed at how quick and clean he was on every move. His students respected him, as he respected them. I thought to myself, “Wow! I want to be just like him.”

Master Gallacher introduced me to Grand Master Norris, Mr. Dick Douglass, Mr. Doug Ingram and many others who helped me on my journey toward black belt. I believe God was watching over me and led me to these great mentors and role models for a reason: to shape my life in a positive way so I could, in return, help many others through teaching the values and principles of our great art of Chun Kuk Do. I am eternally grateful.

Octagon: Please give our readers an idea about your role on UFAF’s Board of Directors. SH: My offi cial title is Director of Professional Development. My mission and goal is to develop systems, curriculums, and materials that will help increase the profes-

TOURNAMENT RESULTSEvent Age Gender 1st place 2nd place 3rd place

weapons 9- m-f D’mitri Williams Zoe Guptill Lauyrn Francis

weapons 10-12 f Mackenzie Cooler Shannon Harris Katarina Spitz

weapons 13-17 f Sindya Saldana Robin perez Brandi Gojkovich

weapons 10-11 m Donald Smalls Hayden Johnston Isaac Simpson

weapons 12-13 m Daniel Reese Zach Simpson Darrel Manjarrez

weapons 14-17 m Zachary Worley Daniel Ocana Jose Vente

weapons 18-34 m-f Jose Martinez Alexander Chi Robert Francis

weapons 35+ m-f Cynthia Simpson April Wass Wade Simpson

kata 9- m-f D’mitri Williams Zoe Guptill Lauyrn Francis

kata 10-12 f Mackenzie Cooler Katarina Spitz Ashlin Santana

kata 13 f Rhianna Freis Lesly Saenz Ana Crittenden

kata 14-17 f Yesenia Llanos Sindya Saldana Cynthia Govannetti

kata 10-11 m Donald Smalls Carlos Ramirez TJ Brantley

kata 12-13 m Cesar Garcia Luke Kellio Zach Simpson

kata 14-15 m Jose Vente Francisco Salazar Luis Hinojosa

kata 16-17 m Derick Wessel Cory Ali Joseph Bedford

kata 18+ m Crosby Broadwater Jose Martinez Alexander Chi

kata 18+ f Cynthia Simpson Marcella Kennedy Karen Boyd

fi ghting 8-9 f Jessica Garcia Kassandra Ramirez Zoe Guptill

fi ghting 8-9 m Jay Tabarez Sean Hahn D’mitri Williams

fi ghting 10-11 f Ashlin Santana Mackenzie Cooler Sara Hahn

fi ghting 10-11 m Donald Smalls TJ Brantley John Th omsen

fi ghting 12-13 f Dominique Gutierrez Ana Crittenden Patricia Rivera

fi ghting 12-13 m Gregory Bedford David Perez Zachery Dull

fi ghting 14-15 f Brandi Gojkovich Th eresa Giap Katie Watson

fi ghting 14-15 m Henry Martinez Jose Vente Jonathan Waugh

fi ghting 16-17 f Yesenia Llanos Sindya Saldana Acicei Carranza

fi ghting 16-17 m Cori Ali Sean Posvistak Joseph Bedford

fi ghting 18+ f April Wass Paige Harding Basilia Gonzalez

fi ghting 18-34 m lt Crosby Broadwater Chad Harden Todd Morton

fi ghting 18-34 m hv Bobby Francis Jon Alfred Alexander Chi

fi ghting 35+ m Mike Shea Anthony DeFrance Brett Shaul

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TOURNAMENT RESULTSEvent Age Gender 1st place 2nd place 3rd placeweapons 12- m Scott Gamble Anthony Valentino Cody Smith-Lankfordweapons 12- f Syndney Bosch Samantha Guptill Danielle Pepeweapons 13-15 m Damien Sauceda Jose Lara Matthew Garzaweapons 13-15 f Cassandra Carothers Sarah Th omsen Yuleth Camachoweapons 16-17 m Eric Jones Micah Norat Richard Weimarweapons 16-17 f Tanya Hunt Moriah Chatman Cindy Arzolaweapons 18-34 m Derrick Stinson Aaron Hensley John Maloneweapons 18-34 f Shantell Dawson Falon Hensley Amber Fergusonweapons 35-44 m Tommy Crouch Vic Bosch Roy Whiteweapons 45+ m Juan Ferman Eric Hensley Victor Lopezweapons 35+ f Kathy Knighton Astrid Fabian Carol Parenti

open -13 m/f Andi Woods Juan Ferman Sydney Boschopen 14-17 m/f Ryan Gamble Caesar Paz Bryce Houlihanopen 18+ f Amber Ferguson Katherine Heyde Sheila Kunkleopen 18-34 m Michael Holstien Aaron Hensley Carl Floresopen 35-44 m Vic Bosch Tommy Crouch Rod Saff eropen 45+ m Juan Ferman Eric Hensley Victor Lopez

trad -12 m Arien Ramirez Cody Smith-Lankford Scott Gambletrad -12 f Makita Zaragoza Lily Hawkins Danielle Pepetrad 13-14 m Gareth White David Judd Raul Gonzaleztrad 13-15 f Yuleth Camacho Elizabeth Alba April Dulltrad 15 m Austin Jamieson Damien Sauceda Jose Laratrad 16-17 f Tanya Hunt Kathryn Hum Cindy Arzolatrad 16-17 m Tobias Condon Charles LaConte Mario Carrera-Bekertrad 18-34 f Shantell Dawson Tara Bidwell Sonia Whitetrad 18-25 m Michael McKenzie David Gamble Gus Pereztrad 26-34 m Rigo Cardenas Derrick Stinson Jason Bradleytrad 35+ f Astrid Fabian Deborah Witt Nalini Tailortrad 35-44 m Roy White Dan Bluhm Rodolfo Varelatrad 45+ m Javier Garcia Joe Gemma Steve Berry

1st place team fighting 1st place team fighting 2st place team fighting

hensley & co.

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Event Age Gender 1st place 2nd place 3rd placefi ghting -12 m Arien Ramirez Kevin Rudolph Scott Gamblefi ghting -12 f Sydney Bosch Jennifer Shearer Danielle Pepefi ghting 13-14 f Yuleth Camacho Amanda Meisner Lauren Ingramfi ghting 13-14 m Zach Granillo Phil Soimora David Juddfi ghting 15 m Caesar Paz Matthew Garza Jose Larafi ghting 15-17 f Tayna Hunt Kathryn Hum Kaloni Plutfi ghting 16-17 m Eric Jones Kishan Tailor Mario Carrera-Bekerfi ghting 18-34 f lt Tashena Nobrega Julia Llanos Sonia Whitefi ghting 18-34 f mid Shantell Dawson Adriana Varela Tara Bidwellfi ghting 18-34 m 138 Gerald Dwyer n/a n/afi ghting 18-34 m-152 Michael McKenzie Carl Flores Justin Lefeirfi ghting 18-34 m-174 David Alonzo Aaron Hensley Jason Bradleyfi ghting 18-34 m-202 Van Frasher Steve Brown David Rodriguezfi ghting 18-34 m-224 Derrick Stinson Chris Stachowiach Gus Perezfi ghting 18-34 m225+ Rigo Cardenas Jorge Alonzo Derek Gutierrezfi ghting 35+ f lt Astrid Fabian Donna Gregory Carol Parentifi ghting 35+ f mid Marcia Jaramillo Clara Melendez Shelia Kunklefi ghting 35-44 m lt Clayton Ferguson Vic Bosch Roy Whitefi ghting 35-44 m hv Tommy Crouch Rodolfo Varela Joseph Jonesfi ghting 45+ m lt Juan Ferman Victor Lopez n/afi ghting 45+ m hv Eric Hensley Marlin Athearn Howard Munding

Black Belt Team Fighting Male Jorge Alonzo Carl FroresBlack Belt Team Fighting Male David Alonzo Aaron HensleyBlack Belt Team Fighting Male David Rodriguez Steve BrownBlack Belt Team Fighting Male Van Frasher Francisco Castellanos

Black Belt Team Fighting Female Clara Melendez Astrid FabianBlack Belt Team Fighting Female Marcia Jaramillo Amber BrownBlack Belt Team Fighting Female Sonia White Donna Gregory

Red Belt Team Fighting Male Todd Morton Bobby FrancisRed Belt Team Fighting Male Crosby Broadwater Edgar RoblesRed Belt Team Fighting Male Chad Hardin Mike Shea

Demo Team Competition - Houston City Wide Team Hensley & Co.

demo team competition

houston city wide

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WhoWho’s ’s WhoWhoat at UFAUFAFFby Ms. Astrid FabianEditor

UFAF is governed by a group of loyal individuals who work to-gether to make our organization the best it can be. Please meet 7th degree black belt, Mr. Stephen Hammersley, Director of Profes-sional Development. You may know this, but he is the one who actually started and developed the Octagon!

Octagon: I ask this ques-tion of everyone, but I just love hearing the answers. How did you get started in the martial arts? SH: In the early seventies, while I was working at a major hotel in Las Vegas, I met my fi rst instructor, Sensei Ollie Walker, who at the time was the head of security. His art and mine was Yoshukai, a Japanese hard style of karate. Mr. Walker received his black belt in Japan where he was stationed while in the armed service (Does this sound familiar?) I was slated to test for my green belt about the time Mr. Walker got a better job off er in California. Needless to say, I was ‘bummed out’. Mr. Walker was leaving and I was not going to test. Th en Mr. Walker did a great thing - he introduced me to Mr. Gallacher. As I watched him teach and demonstrate in his class, I was amazed at how quick and clean he was on every move. His students respected him, as he respected them. I thought to myself, “Wow! I want to be just like him.”

Mr. Gallacher introduced me

to Mr. Norris, Mr. Dick Douglas, Mr. Doug Ingram and many oth-ers who helped me on my journey toward black belt. I believe God was watching over me and led me to these great mentors and role models for a reason: to shape my life in a positive way so I could, in return, help many others through teaching the values and principles of our great art of Chun Kuk Do. I am eternally grateful.

Octagon: Please give our readers an idea about your role on UFAF’s Board of Directors. SH: My mission and goal is to develop systems, curriculums, and materials that will help increase the profess iona l ism of the schools in our organization, and secure their/our future success. I am also available as a CKD martial arts school business consultant, whether it is helping people open their own school, or developing programs and systems for existing schools. If I can be of any assis-tance to anyone, please give me a call at 386-689-2358.

I am currently working with Mr. Norris and the UFAF Board of Directors on a Values Curricu-lum, which is based on Mr. Norris’ code of ethics. This curriculum has already been tested in some of our schools, and has been very successful in teaching our students the much needed life skills that may be lacking. UFAF will have a one-of-a-kind program developed and approved by Mr. Norris that will set our schools apart from all the rest and will help establish your CKD school as a character development center within your community resulting in signifi cant growth, and better retention.

Octagon: Do you have a best/worst/favorite/most fulfi lling karate moment? SH: I have never had a worst karate moment; through my training I learned to roll with the punches when things didn’t work out my way. However, I was deeply sad-dened when Mr. Howard Jackson passed; he was a great friend and mentor.

I have many ‘best’ karate mo-ments, but the one that comes to mind occurred aft er I was told I couldn’t kick any more, and I had to have a hip replacement. Th at re-ally rocked my world as an instruc-tor and competitor, but it made me realize that I needed to become a better instructor through bet-ter teaching methods, other than ‘look at me, this is how you do it’. I humbly thank Mr. Saenz, my men-tor and friend, who taught me the art of teaching. Th rough his tutelage I have learned how to develop many high-ranking black belts of whom I am very proud.

My most fulfi lling karate moments are when my family mem-bers reach their goals of CKD black belt; my wife Erin and son Nathan are both 3rd degree black belts, my daughter Portia is a 2nd degree, and my young-est daughter Kianna is training hard as a red belt/black stripe - hopefully she will soon test for her 1st degree black belt.

It was awesome for me to earn UFAF Competitor of the Year, and Man of the Year awards, and I was honored when I was appointed to the UFAF Board of Directors. And I can’t forget having the best seat in the house (as center judge) during this year’s sparring Grand Championships. Congratulations to Mr. Van Frasher and to all the Grand Champions.

Octagon: Tell us some-thing about you that people would likely not know. SH: I am an avid off shore fi sherman. I love my boat and go fi shing as oft en as the weather and my wife allow. I target big fi sh and sometimes go as far as 50 miles off shore to fi nd them. While it’s a real adventure to hunt these awesome creatures,

I take all precautions to treat the ocean and its sea life with the utmost respect, so that future gen-erations can enjoy the sport.

I just broke ground on my new school which will be a 4000 sq. foot, personally designed Chun Kuk Do training center, which will include special programs like Yoga,

Cardio Kick Boxing, an aft er school home work program, adult self defense and Bra-zilian jiu-jitsu. It has been a hectic two-year project that will soon prove to be one of the best things that I have ever com-pleted as a personal goal ( Thank You Lord).

I love to develop curriculums and kata for my school, and study the martial arts business industry, so that I can help CKD schools succeed. I take great pride in teaching my students to be champions on the mat and in life. I would like to thank

all of my heroes, mentors and friends in the UFAF organization for changing my life, and giving me the opportunity to fulfi ll my dreams: Misters Chuck Norris, Aaron Norris, my mentor, friend, and instructor Ken Gallacher, Ed Saenz, Tip and Mrs. Gretta Potter, Chip Wright, Steve Nelson, John Presti, Mrs.Tara Bidwell, Robert Sapp, my ‘brother’ Chuck Elias (we tested for our 2nd and 3rd degree black belts together), all my brothers and sisters in Chun Kuk Do and KICKSTART, and of course, Ms. Astrid Fabian for doing a great job in making the Octagon what is it today.


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by: Mr. Joey Smith andMr. J.R. HaggardRegion 5

In this series of articles we have identifi ed fi ve possible

styles of fi ghters that may be encoun-tered: the Blitzer, the Runner, the Kicker, the Hand Man, and the Rock. In this last article, we focus on the Hand Man, and the Rock.

Who is the Hand Man?

Th e Hand Man is a fi ghter that prefers to use his hands in a fi ght. Th is type of fi ghter is usually a very good

counter puncher – it is probably his best weapon - but don’t underestimate the Hand Man’s blitz.

How do you fi ght the Hand Man?

In order to get around the Hand Man’s attack you will have to manipulate the lead hand. Techniques #1 and #2 below demonstrate two possible ways to accomplish this.

Who is the Rock?

The rock is the fighter who

depends on his force to over power his opponent. More oft en than not, the rock will stay still and wait to be at-tacked (a counter fi ghter). Frequently, the Rock is stiff , and not very fast.

How do you fi ght the Rock?

In order fight the Rock, you have to be fi rst, and be fast - get in and get out. Techniques #3 and #4 below demonstrate two possible ways to accomplish this.

Technique #1 – Manipulate the lead hand

Begin in an open stance (opposite feet forward) with your opponent.

Lunge in with your right hand wrapping around your opponent’s left hand. Remember, you are just tapping the hand to distract your opponent.

Throw a right hand jab. Do not draw back your right hand before you execute the jab as this will make it easy for your opponent to ‘read’ what you are about to do.

Follow immediately with a left hand reverse punch, and more techniques of your choice.

Technique #2 - Counter the Hand Man’s blitz- Note that the hand not attacking is covering the body – remember, the Hand Man is a good counter puncher.


The Hand Man attempts to lunge in with a right hand jab. Slightly deflect the jab with your left hand.

He will then instantly throw a left hand reverse punch. Slightly deflect the reverse punch with your left hand.

Immediately feint to your left, throwing a right reverse punch. Remember to follow up with techniques of your choice.

Technique #3 – Take the lead.


Lunge in with a left hand jab to the Rock’s face.

Follow with a right hand short punch to the ribs. Make sure that your left (lead) foot is behind the Rock’s right (lead) foot.

Sweep his lead foot to take him down.

Follow up witha stomp to the ribs.

Technique #4 – Double kick


Immediately execute a high left leg round kick to the head. Make sure that your hands stay up in a fighting position.

Land with a right hand reverse punch to the body. Continue with techniques of your choice.Lunge in with a left leg side kick.


Welcome to Kiai Cor-ner! Here are the next two tales from Dr. Terrence Webster-Doyle’s Eye of the Hurricane: Tales of the Empty Handed Masters: Th e Miracle of the Martial Arts and Heaven in a Wild Flower, both of which will help you with the riddle!

Ttricks, but I have no use for them.” Th e student looked puzzled. “Th at is not the way of my Martial Art. My miracle is that when I feel hungry, I eat and when I feel thirsty, I drink.”

HeaHeavenven in a Wil in a Wild Fld Floweowerr

They had traveled to the country, away from the camp. Th eir teacher had invited three apprentices to go on a nature walk,

as they had oft en done before. To be in nature was an important part of their training. Th e day was warm and sunny, the air fresh with the newness of early summer. Th ey walked quietly through the fi elds so as not to disturb the wildlife.

Th e teacher knelt down on the ground in the midst of a patch of pure white wild fl owers. On closer inspection, one could

see a beautiful purple pattern inside each one. Th ese fl owers were usually

alone in their splendor, with no one to compliment them on their

beauty. Th e teacher brought out a magnifying glass and held it over one

of the fl owers. He motioned to his stu-dents to look closer into the fl ower. Deep

inside, on a drop of dew, was a tiny black and yellow spider suspended on the thin surface of

a water droplet.

“Oh, students, what wonder, here in this patch of wild fl owers!” the teacher exclaimed. “Th is is the

essence of beauty, the meaning of Kara-te do – Empty Self !” One felt a sense of timelessness while staring down

at that small fl ower and its tiny inhabitant on the dewdrop. Th e mind was quiet.

Soon they came upon the forest’s edge on the ridge of a hill and walked quietly among pine trees. Th e movement of the wind through the trees sounded like waves in the ocean.

“Oh, students, can you hear that? Do you hear the pine waves?

WTh eTh e Mir Miracle of tacle of the Marhe Martiatial Artl Artss

When the students reached town, they went immediately to the local school of Martial Arts for the special demonstra-

tion. People had come from far and wide to discover what they had been told was “the secret of the Martial Arts,” the real miracle that this practice off ered. Th is town’s school had invited a famous Martial Arts teacher from far away to demonstrate this mysterious secret.

Students and instructors gathered in groups, all dressed in dif-ferent Martial Arts outfi ts representing all styles and many schools of the Martial Arts. Th e air was alive with excitement. Th e people were asked to be silent.

Th e guest instructor entered, dressed in a simple Karate gi tied with a frayed Black Belt and sat down on a cushion in the very center of the room. He looked old but strong.

For a long while, he sat quietly. Th en, breaking the silence, a young student called out: “Are you such a great Master that you know the real secret of the Martial Arts? You don’t look like any-one special!” said the young man brashly. “My Master,” he continued, “is the greatest Master of all time. He can defeat ten men with one hand tied behind his back. He can even break bones with his bare hands. Can you do such miracles of strength, old man?” the young man challenged.

Th e visiting teacher smiled at the impudence of the young student and replied lightly, “Perhaps your teacher can perform such miraculous


Nature speaks to us. Th is too is the essence of Empty Self, the essence of the Martial Arts.” Th e teacher spoke soft ly and with aff ection.

As day turned into evening, the small group walked back from the country. Th at night the apprentices were

to meet their other teacher, and they felt es-

pecially alert, for they knew

they would be tested again.

L ig hts were coming on as

they entered the camp. When they reached the

main tra ining hall, the appren-

tices were told to wait outside until

summoned.

The first stu-dent was called in.

As she beg an to enter, she noticed

a wooden bowl bal-anced delicately over

the curtained entrance to the room. If she opened the curtain, the bowl would have fallen on her. Seeing this, she took it down, entered the room, and replaced the wooden bowl back over the en-trance.

Th e second student was called in. He pulled back the curtains and the bowl fell,

but he caught it and placed it back where it had been.

When the third, and youngest, stu-dent was called in, he rushed through

the curtains and wooden bowl fell. “Ouch!” he exclaimed as he rubbed

his head.

“You are too careless, young student, and for this you must

wash all the dishes for the week’s meals. Next time you will be

more aware.”

The young student bowed to his teachers and

fellow apprentices. “Th ank you for teaching me about

Kara-te. I have learned not only from the beau-

ty of a wild fl ower and pine waves, but also from an ordinary

wooden bowl! My training now teaches me to wash dishes with humility.”

Martial Arts TriviaCongratulations to the following students who were the fi rst to correctly answer the trivia questions from the last issue!

Trevor J. SmithAlexis VirtueDeAndre Smith-BrownLauren LowtherChristian Garza

The correct answers to the questions in the last issue are:

1. The ABC’s of self-defense are Away, Beat, Control.

2. “I am teaching you how to fi ght so you don’t have to fi ght.”

3. Safety Tips: Surroundings, Attitude, Friends, Emergency, Talk, You.

4. UFAF’s Director of Training and Advancement is Mr. Ed Saenz.

5. The 2007 ITC was held at the South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa, in Las Vegas, NV.

The answers to the following fi ve questions can be found in this issue. Be one of the fi rst fi ve students (14 and under) to email me the correct answers along with your complete mailing address and you’ll win a prize! Remember, you must be a UFAF member in order to qualify. Check with your instructor if you are not sure.

1. What is one method of fi ghting the Hand Man?

2. Mr. Jim Brogan emphasized three

characteristics of a great instructor. What are they?

3. How can you view past issues of the Octagon online?

4. Who is the Director of Professional Development?

5. Who is the 2007 Junior Forms Grand Champion?


dIntInterverview wiiew with th a Chama Champiopion - Mrn - Mr. Van F. Van Frasrasherherby Ms. Astrid FabianEditor

During the ITC I had the opportunity to sit down with Mr. Van Fra-sher, NBL World Champion in 35+ sparring, and Grand Champion

at our very own ITC and World Championships. Here is what he had to say about various topics!

Team CKD: “I’ve had such a great experience being a part of Team CKD. My win at the Super Grands was a great feeling, and it was terrifi c having Mr. Elias there as my coach. Mr. Wright and Mr. Sapp are also great coaches and all three of them have given so much to the team.”

“While some members of the team are fortunate enough to earn sponsorship*, it’s important for everyone to know that all CKD black belts are eligible to participate in any tournament, and are representing Team CKD. If there is an NBL tournament in your area, you can compete. Hopefully you will earn points that will help seed you at the Super Grands.*

*Editor’s Note: For information about sponsorship, please refer to the Team CKD News section in the September 2006 issue of the Octagon; for information on the NBL seeding process refer to the Team CKD News section in the January 2006 issue. Past issues can be viewed online at www.ufaf.org/octagon. For the NBL rules, go to www.nblskil.com.

Training: “I have always been so amazed with Mr. Chip Wright’s physical ability – not only could he kick and punch so well, but he was always so relaxed, and never got tired. I was determined to be like that. I realized, especially as I get older, that I have to be smart in my training. Th e old saying ‘no pain, no gain’ is now considered bad advice. I train hard, but smart – in other words, I don’t overdo it, get plenty of rest, and eat well. I am a big believer in cross-training – running, bicycle, weights, elliptical machine, bag work, as well as body weight exercises like hindu squats and pushups. Cross training helps prevent injury, as well as constantly challenging your body.”

“I have also watched DVD’s of great point sparring champions, and while at fi rst I tried to imitate them, I learned that it is better to stick to your ‘bread and butter’ so to speak, based on your own body and strengths, and just enhance the skills you have.”

Nutrition: I eat fi ve times a day – not huge meals – making sure I get all the nutrients I need in the proportions necessary to sustain my level of training. But if I want an ice-cream cone, I’ll eat one – just not every day!”

Advice for future competitors: “Set goals, persevere, get access to coaching. We are so fortunate to have so many great coaches in our system and I thank all who have helped me, especially Mr. Wright, Mr. Sapp, Mr. Elias, and Mr. Saenz. Be a good winner, and handle losses with grace; learn from them.”

Final Thoughts: “I am very thankful for my family – my wife is so supportive and I know I couldn’t do this without her. I will continue to represent CKD as best as I pos-sibly can, and when my competing days are over, I hope that I will be able to teach, train, and coach other students and contribute to their success.”

Mr. Frasher at his 1st degree black belt test.

TeaTeam CKD Nm CKD Newsewsby Mr. Chip Wright, Captainby Mr. Chuck Elias, Coachby Mr. Robert Sapp, Coach

Pacific Jewel NationalsMay 11-12, 2007Portland, OR

Th is wa s a g r e a t

tournament; every-one competed hard and had a good t i m e , a l th o u g h Mr. Frasher hurt his shoulder again. Congratulations to all who competed!

Team Member Division PlaceVan Frasher 35+ point 4th

continous 3rd Mike Holstein weapons 3rd open contemporary 4th Korean kata 9th point 1st continous 2nd Mike Bates open contemporary 2nd weapons 5th Korean kata 8th Tanya Hunt continous 2nd weapons 1st point 4th Korean kata 6th Madison Santos weapons 1st Korean kata 7th

continous 2nd John Malone continous 2nd point 6th weapons 8th Paulo Santos Japanese kata 11th Korean kata 7th 35+ Trad. kata 4th Shantell Dawson Japanese kata 1st Korean kata 1st weapons 2nd Derek Kinsey fl ag sparring 3rd Jordan Frost trad. kata 4th

weapons 7th


Kumite ClassicMay 25-26, 2007Pittsburgh, PA

The Kumite was a blast. CKD was well represented in numbers and

talent. Steve Brown drove over to cheer us on. Jeanette, Vic, Sam, and Sydney Bosch and one of their black belts, Lauren, drove down from Canada. Jorge Alonzo came from California, Mark Carroll from KY, Tanya and Pam Hunt, along with Paulo and Madison Santos from FL, Van Frasher and John Malone from OH, Derrick Stinson and John Kurek from TX, and Mike and Marty Holstein from OR. Ev-ery time we attend a large event, we all learn and get pumped up. Here are the results. Team Member Division PlaceTanya Hunt weapons 2nd

kata 5th

point 5th

continuous 5th

Madison Santos weapons 4th

kata 5th

Van Frasher point 3rd

continuous 2nd

Mike Holstein kata 5th

point 1st

continuous 2nd

Sydney Bosch kata 5th

point 2nd

Vic Bosch kata 5th

point 2nd

Mark Carroll kata 5th

point 3rd

continuous 5th

John Malone kata 5th

point 2nd

Derrick Stinson musical 3rd

point 2nd

Jorge Alonzo point 5th

John Kurek point 4th

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RegRegion 8 Newion 8 Newssby Mr. Steve Giroux

On June 15th and 16th, 2007 Giroux Bros. Martial Arts in Newtonville, MA hosted Region 8’s Black Belt Test weekend. Th e 2nd degree test was on Friday from 4:30

pm until 7:00 pm and was a great success, with all six candidates passing. Sitting on the testing board were Mr. John Presti, Mr. Steve Giroux, Mr. Steve Brown and Ms. Nicole Farah. Newly promoted from Mr. Presti’s school were Jane Bristol, Chris Bristol, and Ben Bristol. From Mr. Giroux’s studio were Stephen Jaff e, Sarah Th omsen, and Jerry Dwyer. Th e improvement in all candidates since their 1st degree was amazing.

We had originally scheduled two seminars to follow the testing but the test was long, so only one seminar was held. Mr. Presti went over some core techniques and the fi rst few Korean forms. Everyone, including the parents, was extremely impressed with his teaching methods.

On Saturday, the 1st Degree Test started at 9 am, ending a little aft er 2 pm, with nine candi-dates testing, and Jeff Giroux and Robin Lang joining the testing board. Representing Mr. Brown’s school was Zack Ralph, Alana Coen, and Justin Moskal; representing Mr. Giroux’s school was Jakob Levin, Boye Akinwande, Blair Seiler, Morgan Seiler, Alexa Marshall, and Joseph Trask. It was apparent that all who promoted had been preparing for this test for quite some time. All nine red belts passed and are now proud new black belts in Region 8.

Both tests ran very smoothly, and all candidates were very impressive. Region 8’s promotions are getting bigger and better each and every time. It’s exciting to see our region grow and to be able to add more quality black belts to UFAF. Special thanks to our testing board for making the trip to Boston and congratulations to all of our new black belts and 2nd degrees!!

Back Row, L-R: Robin Lang, John Presti, Steve Brown, Steve Giroux, Jeff Giroux, Nicole Farah Front Row, L-R: Zack Ralph, Joseph Trask, Justin Moskal, Alana Coen, Boye Akinwande, Jakob Levin, Alexa Marshall, Blair Seiler, Morgan Seiler

Jane Bristol, Stephen Jaff e, Sarah Th omsen, Jerry Dwyer, Chris Bristol, Ben Bristol


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RegRegion 2 Newion 2 Newssby Mr. Joe GemmaRegion Chair

Region 3 Newsby Ms. Diane HuntemannRegion Chair

Mr. Robert Sapp traveled to Medford, Oregon on June 4th and taught classes to about 250 of the students (adult and children) at Chip Wright’s Champion Karate . Mr. Sapp’s classes were dynamic, upbeat, and exciting! He has a way of inspiring even the quietest, most reserved students - they were laughing , sweating , and giving it their all. Here’s what some of them had to say:

“I had SO much fun! It was Sapptas-tic!!”

“What a fabulous guy! We hope he comes to visit us again soon!”

“I never KNEW my wrists could be so sore!!!”

Front Row, L-R: Blane Newfi eld, Dylan Minor, Ignacio Sanchez Back Row, L-R: Jeannie New-fi eld, Nick Sheats, David George, Diane Hunt-emann, Chip Wright

“What a fun class! What a workout! What a great time!”

“As a school owner, it was great to have Mr. Sapp come to our town because we are so far from most of the UFAF members. Our students got a glimpse of how awesome the magnitude of our organization really is.”

Region 3 June Black Belt exam held at Chip Wright’s Champion Karate was a great success! Th ose promoted were Dylan Minor (to 1st degree) Blane Newfi eld (to 2nd

degree) and Ignacio Sanchez (to 3rd degree). Congratulations!

Front Row, L-R: Phillip Morrill, Deborah Witt, William Witt, Hunter Witt, Jessica Witt, Mike Hoggan Back Row, L-R: Georgina Wheadon, Kristi Tanner, Joe Gemma, Eric Freebairn, Alan Olds, Steve Nelson, Heather Eaton

Region 2 held a Black Belt testing on Saturday June 2nd, 2007 in Layton, UT. Congratulations to the following individuals who were all promoted to the rank of 2nd Degree Black Belt:

Heather Eaton, Phillip Morrill, Georgina Wheadon,Deborah Witt, Jessica Witt, William Hunter Witt, William M. Witt

RegRegion 11 Newion 11 Newssby Mr. Tony Benton

On June 10th, 2007, while still a part of Region 11, two students from Benton Karate, now a part of Region 7, were pro-moted to Chun Kuk Do 1st degree black belt. Congratulations to Chelsea Smith and Angelica Lannamann. We are very proud of both of you!


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RegRegion 6 Newion 6 Newssby Ms. Teresa Comas

CJ Karate Studio had the honor of hosting Mr. & Mrs. Potter at our studio, and in our home for fi ve days. Th ey were entertained on Wednes-day evening watching our beginners and intermediate classes spar. On Th ursday, they visited Mr. & Mrs. Rine’s studio in Weirton, WV. Mr. Potter added his wisdom to our women’s self defense class on Friday evening, and on Saturday we held an open house. Th e weekend concluded with Mr. Potter leading a leather belt fi ghting, and a sparring seminar. Sunday was a day to relax and share a yummy steak dinner at our local steakhouse.

RegRegion 4 Newion 4 Newssby Mr. Derek Gutierrez

Th is past summer has been an excit-ing time for the CKD/KICKSTART group in Houston, TX. Th e highlight was a visit from Mr. Van Frasher, the 2006 NBL World Champion in 35+ fi ghting, the 2007 Men’s Adult Grand Champion in men’s fi ghting at our own ITC, and a recently promoted 5th Degree Black Belt!

Mr. Frasher gave the KICKSTART instructors and students an awesome semi-nar. He shared with us his vast knowledge of Philipino martial arts, and some Bra-zilian jiu-jitsu – the seminar was similar to what he demonstrated at the Master Rank Induction Ceremony. What a great time! He then drove down to Pearland, TX and taught a class at Mr. John Kurek’s Champion Martial Arts, sharing some of the same material. Mr. Frasher took a fi ghting and kata workout with Mr. Ed Saenz, and aft erward remarked, “Man, talk about being tired and sore.”

What a great time we had in Texas. Th anks Mr. Frasher, for coming down– we hope to do it again!

On May 15th 2007, Mr. and Mrs. Potter traveled to Decatur, IL to test four people from Rod Saffer’s Cham-pion Karate Studio. Mrs. Nalini Tailor, Kishen Tailor and Shiela Kunkle passed their 1st degree black belt test and Mr. Saff er recieved his 2nd degree. Th ese three students are Mr. Saff er’s fi rst CKD black belts out of his school, Champion Karate. Mr. Potter also gave a very exciting seminar to all of Mr. Saff er’s students. Mr. Saff er would like to thank Mr. and Mrs. Potter for their continuious dedication to the growth of Chun Kuk Do and for being wonderful people.

RegRegion 10 Newion 10 Newssby Mr. Rodolfo VarelaRegion Chair

Th is group of students attended the Batalla de Campeones Tournament on June 3rd, 2007, and did a great job representing Olympus A Karate Studio, and Chun Kuk Do. All of them won fi rst, second, and third places in their divisions in sparring, tradi-tional forms, and weapons.

Jonathan Valenzuela, Jahir Reyes, Alexis Sanchez and Itzel Sanchez

RegRegion 5 Newion 5 Newssby Mr. Kevin HibbsRegion Chair

Region 5 held a black belt promo-tion in June 2007. Congratulations to the following students:

PROMOTED TO 4TH DEGREEMr. J.R. Haggard

Mr. Michael McKenzie

PROMOTED TO 2ND DEGREEMr. Travis Starr

PROMOTED TO 1ST DEGREEMr. Joseph KennardDaniel and David Roacho

Front Row, L-R: Adolfo Reyes, Javier Reyes and Ludivina Almanza Back Row, L-R: Ivan Tabares, Alberto Araiza, Ale-jandro Ortega, Jose Ortiz, Kaleb Lopez

The Potter’s departed on Monday morning to continue their cross country trek. Mr. & Mrs. Potter hold a special place in our hearts, and we thank them for shar-ing a small part of their lives with us.


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