[Elijah Gartin]

Hi Jeff and Joe! Thanks for reaching out. We always encourage all our distance learning students to get local practice groups going. Great to know there is a good group brewing in the great lake region!

Let us know if there is anything we can do to help as we’re all on this martial journey together.

Cheers,
Elijah

[Elijah Gartin]

REMINDER OF THE AKTS 2014 FAMILY GATHERING – CHARLOTTE NC AUGUST 30TH AND 31ST.THERE IS A PDF WITH THE BASIC INFORMATION (ATTACHED TO POST), AND THE MORE PARTICULAR DETAILS WERE TO BE RELEASED BY THE 1ST OF JUNE, ALTHOUGH IT MAY BE A FEW DAYS PAST THE 1ST.

[Elijah Gartin]

I seen that too!I hope you messed with them a bit 🙂

[Elijah Gartin]

I seen that too!I hope you messed with them a bit 🙂

[Elijah Gartin]

This is good material.

[Elijah Gartin]

James and Brian it is great to have you both on the forum.

[Elijah Gartin]

Hello Everyone,After an interesting change over, everything should be working as intended.If you have any further issues or questions let me know.Thank you all for your patience.

[Elijah Gartin]

I think the posts have really said what needs to be said on the topic.

[Elijah Gartin]

Thank you all for the kind words!

[Elijah Gartin]

Kuntaoer – you said it brother. I foresee much work being done. This is the fun I have waited for my whole life. Thank you Steven and Kuntaoer for the kind regards.

[Elijah Gartin]

Train? as in Choo Choo?

[Elijah Gartin]

I liked Steve's updates/added info on Lanka Dua.

[Elijah Gartin]

Greetings John.Great Question.

[Elijah Gartin]

If I may make a correction. He is now Level Four and well on his way to Level 5!

[Elijah Gartin]

I'm glad that Kyle Pasold and Wayne Gauvin have taken part.

[Elijah Gartin]

Just another week left for free testing.

[Elijah Gartin]

John, While you may be spot on for empty hand, remember this IS a bladed art. Add a knife to the form, or two, and then tell us what you see.Guru Aric

[Elijah Gartin]

Rook, My apologies for the delayed response.

[Elijah Gartin]

Hi Eric,I've been in the system for about 10 years. Teaching for about half of that or more. The greatest advice I have for you is to 'Just Do It', and do it often throughout the day. When possible, I like to use a full length mirror to show proper form. I want to make sure I look just like they do in the videos, and in person. When you body hurts from joint pain, go easy and listen to your body.

[Elijah Gartin]

Hey Dave,IMHO, I believe you should use ALL of those stances, regardless of the track you are on.

[Elijah Gartin]

Who wants to upload a video for testing? I'll start reviewing it within 24 hrs of upload. Email me at GuruAric@kuntaosilat.com to let me know you have uploaded.

[Elijah Gartin]

John, Would you mind adding more to this thread? I think you have some great thoughts here. What I'd like to see from your perspective is maybe a few clips of some finishing techniques in a UFC fight, and add to it with a clip of you coming up with an answer to it, the KTS way.Aric

[Elijah Gartin]

Hi just purchased the DLP – any one from the UK?

[Elijah Gartin]

Couldn't agree more. My Saturday classes in addition are also free. ALWAYS.Aric

[Elijah Gartin]

Many KTS and AKTS practitioners have TRIED to 'ring' sports with Kuntao or Silat.

[Elijah Gartin]

Greetings Eric.Thank you for your question, and an excellent one it is.

[Elijah Gartin]

Sigung, I hope to one day learn the information you have acquired from GM Chang. Until then, God speed my friend.Aric

[Elijah Gartin]

Having witnessed the 'crazy eyes' myself from both Vic and Willem, I recall what Uncle shared with the guru training group some years ago. He widened the eyes like that of the monkey, not to be crazy, but get a full view of the entire situation. Tunnel vision should not happen if you are calm when in a dangerous situation. The martial way is to remain calm, which is a very difficult trait to train.I saw him do it particularly when he made entrance, so that he could get a full view of the other hand and legs.Just my .02 cents.Aric

[Elijah Gartin]

I think we can swing one this year (2012). Say Octoberish?

[Elijah Gartin]

Steven,Thank you for your post.

[Elijah Gartin]

Dave,Let me try to answer you the best I can. My apologies for the long awaited reply.Aric (see below in red)Hello,I was training and Guru Derric pointed out the importance of a few things and I figured I would share my thoughts here. Not that I have that much to offer, but it has been quiet lately

[Elijah Gartin]

Hello All and thank you for accepting me in your forum. I met Sifu Chang at a Demo in Salida, CO. I was there as a representative from my Ed Parker School in Canon City, CO. I think Mr Gartin was there then; I think his group brought Sifu Chang. I asked for instruction in the Chinese Healing Arts. over the next few months I met for interviews with Master John Chin, Master Willis Yap and other representatives and was accepted as a student, signed a contract and enjoyed an elaborate induction ceremony, September 1981.I commuted to training in Denver and lived with Sifu Chang for extended periods in Denver and Manhattan Beach California. I was aware that Grand Master Willem de Thouars was Sifu Chang's Sponsor for INS purposes and they were close but I never met him.I have an early article written by Master Steve Gartin about Sifu Chang.As was customary by tradition, I introduced Master Chang to My Kenpo Grand Master Ed Parker at the International Kenpo Championship Tournament at Long Beach CA in 1981 and received Mr. Parker's blessing to study what he considered extensions and ancestral roots of Modern American Kenpo. I had asked to study "Healing," but Sifu Chang said I must learn the Art. I studied mostly his Meng Po Kung Fu but was into Shing Ie and Silat as well.I love Mr. Parker and Mr. Chang very much and was devastated by the passing of both within months of each other. I am however, still guided by the Living Spirit of both. Sifu Chang said "I am not finished with you yet."I so happy to have found this forum and the Family that gathers to Honor each other around the World. As Sifu calls us: "My kids!"All the bestDoug SchwinnGrand Junction Colorado. I have begun a facebook page: Doug Schwinn Kenpo/Kung Fu. i would enjoy hearing from you.

[Elijah Gartin]

Terribly sorry to hear about your spill and misfortunes that followed.I am very happy to read of your optimism and can't encourage you enough to keep up the good attitude!

[Elijah Gartin]

Hey Tim. You are always welcome to join us. We do classes in the park, the first saturday of each month.

[Elijah Gartin]

LOL, always wanted to take on some zombies. 😛

[Elijah Gartin]

Good Morning,We've been working on plans to get some seminars going in 2011.

[Elijah Gartin]

I like that idea…. Who knows, maybe the animals could teach YOU something. 😛

[Elijah Gartin]

Hey Art,You forgot to add yourself to the teacher page! 😉Peace,Elijah

[Elijah Gartin]

According to the "Die Less Often" video, most "good guys" die from an attack that originated within 6 feet. Also, you are 85% likely to survive a bullet wound, but only 65% likely to survive a knife wound. I haven't checked those facts, but they sound likely.

I just wanted to make a comment on this as far as the medical standpoint on this.

[Elijah Gartin]

First off, thank YOU for joining our forum.

[Elijah Gartin]

Right now, let's focus on the PeerVideo program and start a Q&A that can evolve into a FAQ.

[Elijah Gartin]

++ Karma in my opinion.

[Elijah Gartin]

Good Evening, Was in the middle of an advanced business statistics case study for real estate, and wanted to take a break, so I thought I'd chime in here about the techy stuff.

[Elijah Gartin]

Absolutely, I just signed up for NING, so I'm not sure the procedures to do so… we can chat later.

[Elijah Gartin]

Excellent work Tim!

[Elijah Gartin]

A Veteran is someone who once wrote a blank check to "The USA” for an amount of "up to and including my life." That is Honor, and there are way too many people in this country who don't understand it.

My check is still floating around... Through the couple of fireworks shows I visited this past weekend, it was amazing

[Elijah Gartin]

Go HERE http://tiny.cc/q9x28 to “Répondez s'il vous plaît” RSVP. 🙂Thank you and Peace,-Elijah Gartin

[Elijah Gartin]

We think alike.

[Elijah Gartin]

Dave,Thank you for taking the time to write here.

[Elijah Gartin]

Too cool, and out from the shadows you come. Nice to have you on the site Marc.

Thank you for your compliment, but there’s still so much work to do including forum improvements.

As I was discussing with another sigung today, I have big ideas on a small budget. Slowly but slowly it’ll get better. 🙂

If you ever need anything you can shoot me a line through the website or on email, elijah@kuntaosilat.com.

Peace,
Elijah

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