Cruentus
Grandmaster
I just wanted to share a great experience that I had this weekend. I had the wonderful opportunity to teach a great group of guys in a small private seminar this on Saturday. I don't usually post every time I teach an event because most of what I do now is outside the Modern Arnis community, and I am not a career martial artist. However, I thought I would share this experience with you.
The group is called Alakd'an Modern Arnis, and Ben Harrison is the head instructor. Ben first got exposed to Modern Arnis in 1980, travelled in the military, and trained at various times when he had the opportunity. He basically put together a small group in his garage that started with himself and 1-2 other guys. He does no advertising, and he is not interested in making money off of what he does, yet in a few short months his group grew to over 10 people (there were 10 in attendence to the event, but some people were missing). He has his entire garage cleared out, and it is now a training studio that can fit a fair amount of people. It is also important to note that you have to be 21 years old or older to train, so everyone in his group is an adult with some life experiences.
The group was a very positive one. These guys were not interested or concerned with the "who's who" game in Modern Arnis leadership, or the political environment, and in fact would rather be distanced from that. Ben encourages his guys to train with everyone, and seek out those who can give them the most value. They aren't interested in titles or rank or latching on to one particular method; their main interest is simply learning what will be effective in combat.
We worked through stick concepts and tactics, and these guys were hungry to learn. I came early, started early, and ended a half hour late because these guys were constantly wanting more. We hung out afterwords and had a barbeque, and a really good time. Ben, his wife and mother and law who gladly played with my puppy the whole time I taught, and his guys were spectacular and very generous hosts.
The Alakd'an Modern Arnis group, and small groups like these, often represent the spirit of Modern Arnis; and that spirit is the spirit of learning, and being happy.
Couldn't of had a better time, so I thought I would share with all of you. I thanked them already of course, face to face where it matters, but for the record I would like to publically say "thanks" to the Alakd'an Modern Arnis group.
Also important to note, I decided to donate all the proceeds from this one to the Red Cross, to help out with the recent hurricane disaster's. I will be giving the proceeds to Brian Vancise and Rich Parsons next weekend at the event that Rich is teaching at here:
http://www.martialtalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=26548
This way, GM will match it dollar for dollar.
Take care, everyone!
:asian:
Paul Janulis
Tulisan Tactical
The group is called Alakd'an Modern Arnis, and Ben Harrison is the head instructor. Ben first got exposed to Modern Arnis in 1980, travelled in the military, and trained at various times when he had the opportunity. He basically put together a small group in his garage that started with himself and 1-2 other guys. He does no advertising, and he is not interested in making money off of what he does, yet in a few short months his group grew to over 10 people (there were 10 in attendence to the event, but some people were missing). He has his entire garage cleared out, and it is now a training studio that can fit a fair amount of people. It is also important to note that you have to be 21 years old or older to train, so everyone in his group is an adult with some life experiences.
The group was a very positive one. These guys were not interested or concerned with the "who's who" game in Modern Arnis leadership, or the political environment, and in fact would rather be distanced from that. Ben encourages his guys to train with everyone, and seek out those who can give them the most value. They aren't interested in titles or rank or latching on to one particular method; their main interest is simply learning what will be effective in combat.
We worked through stick concepts and tactics, and these guys were hungry to learn. I came early, started early, and ended a half hour late because these guys were constantly wanting more. We hung out afterwords and had a barbeque, and a really good time. Ben, his wife and mother and law who gladly played with my puppy the whole time I taught, and his guys were spectacular and very generous hosts.
The Alakd'an Modern Arnis group, and small groups like these, often represent the spirit of Modern Arnis; and that spirit is the spirit of learning, and being happy.
Couldn't of had a better time, so I thought I would share with all of you. I thanked them already of course, face to face where it matters, but for the record I would like to publically say "thanks" to the Alakd'an Modern Arnis group.
Also important to note, I decided to donate all the proceeds from this one to the Red Cross, to help out with the recent hurricane disaster's. I will be giving the proceeds to Brian Vancise and Rich Parsons next weekend at the event that Rich is teaching at here:
http://www.martialtalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=26548
This way, GM will match it dollar for dollar.
Take care, everyone!
:asian:
Paul Janulis
Tulisan Tactical
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