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To Master Duane Pitcher & Company:
During a visit to my family in August, 2006, I
learned that my Grandson, Dane, was very enthusiastic about his Tang Soo Do
training. We attended several lessons including young Dane's promotion
from Green to Red Belt Status.
I was totally impressed with the caliber of
training that I saw. Young Dane and I talked about his commitment to
moving on to earn his Black Belt, and I was able to contribute financially to
this portion of the program.
It was one of my better investments, for I have
seen young Dane grow mentally and physically through the Tang Soo Do program.
From one proud "Grandpa", you are to
be complimented on the high degree of professionalism of your organization and
program.
Keep up the excellent work!
Regards,
Tod Morrow (Grandfather of young Dane)
I recently just met Kyo Sa Watson and Kyo Sa Pitcher who run their school
World Class Institute of Martial Arts In Livonia, MI.
This is a story I have to tell my friends in Michigan and across the United States
who visit this discussion forum, as well as the members of my Tang Soo Do
Martial Arts Society in the US and abroad. Please take the time to read this
post. There's something very special going on in this Dojang.
Over the years I have been invited to and visited many other schools. I had
met a couple of Kyo Sa Watson and Kyo Sa Pitcher's students at local
tournaments and at my own tournament, as I have many students over the years.
I have spoken with the owners of this school via phone and e mail, as I have
done with many members of the Tang Soo Do family. When My school recently closed
for repairs and remodeling these fine people offered me the use of their
second training floor so my own students would not have to go without training
until repairs were completed. And of course this was a fine gesture of
friendship. Sadly my school is downriver about an hours drive, And my students
just haven't been making the trip.
One of my Dans, Mr. Shafer, along with my wife and Myself (well tonight my son
Christopher) also attended, and my friends I have to tell you!, I have for a
few days worked with some of their black belts and students. Please understand, Kyo Sa's Watson and Pitcher are not my students. I
have never said this about anyone who was not my student or a member of my
Tang Soo Do Martial Arts Society before But I Must say this now to them...I am
proud of you both!
Folks something special is taking place at this dojang! It's
in the air at this school! It's in the eyes of the proud parents who attend to
watch these classes. Working these past few days I see it in their students!
They're loyal and they are committed!
We teachers of Martial Arts often reflect on our students and only hope we
have somehow, someway touched their lives and made a difference. Kyo Sa Watson
and Kyo Sa Pitcher YOU have done just this! The spirit of Tang Soo Do and
brotherhood is alive and well in this dojang. Our students are a reflection on
us the teachers....Oh yes something special is going on in this dojang....it's
a family! Your students are fortunate to have you both as their teachers! And
they Know it!
I can visit and share with them Tang Soo Do, but No matter what the rank, I
cannot teach them...They have their teachers....it shows in the way they
conduct themselves, in their hyungs, and mostly in their hearts.....
Kyo Sa Watson and Kyo Sa Pitcher...
I am proud of you!
To the both of you I humbly Bow
Thank you, you both are making a difference.
Grand Master Zacker
Grand Master Zacker,
Your words do not do justice to the dojang, the students and the teachers.
From the moment I entered the Dojang that special feeling of
"Family" was felt. As a student, one inspires to be like their
teacher. From what I have seen of the World Class Institute of Martial
Arts students (dedication, respect, honor and integrity) there is a new breed
of Martial Artists up and coming that I am proud to be aligned with.
Cho Dan John Shafer
Dear Karate Team:
We want you to know how pleased we are with the
outstanding service you have given us. We can't stress enough how much we
appreciate and enjoy your friendly service. For the past year you have
faithfully trained Yahya to excel in Karate. It's a pleaseure to meet with
people who know the meaning of efficiency, and kindness. On behalf of our
family we would like to thank you all for your hard work and perseverance......
......Thank you! Please accept and enjoy
our humble gift.
Sincerely,
The Rayes Family
Obada, Amjad and Yahya
Subject: 110% Effort
Kyo Sa Nim Duane Pitcher,
Hello, I hope
this message finds you well and in good spirits! I currently make my living
as a writer and was inspired today to find a working definition for "effort"
as you expect it to be applied in the Do Jung. I hope that you find it both
useful and enjoyable. The original word document is attached.
Have a
great weekend,
Daniel Ferrera
Please
click here to read Mr. Ferrera's excellent definition for "Understanding
Effort"
