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Dear Sensei Mattson,

I enjoyed surfing your homepage and was curious as to whether you list other martial art homepages.

If you do, the organization I am affiliated with is Kanzen Gojuryu and it's official homepage is:

http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/SanseiDojo/

I'd be happy to return the favor of linking your page -- as the ultimate goal is to increase traffic to both our pages. Since Goju-Ryu is so closely related to Uechi-Ryu, I thought you might consider it.

Thank you for your consideration.

Kindest Regards,
Adam Dictrow Kanzen Gojuryu Karatedo

You must have missed the "Hotlinks" site. Quite a few non-Uechi sites are included. I'll be very happy to include yours. GEM

For Emmediate Release:

Uechi-ryu Karate Association: North American Chapter Blackbelt testings were hosted by the Shinwa Dojo in Schoolcraft,MI and Delta County Budokan in Escanaba Michigan in May and June respectively. Testing results are as follows:

*Battle Creek Budokan

John VanDeLaar-Godan Susan Owen-Nidan

*Delta County Budokan-Escanaba,MI

David Moyle-Yondan Brandy Aper- Junior Blackbelt

*Schoolcraft County Budokai- Manistique, MI

Thomas Moreno-Shodan

*Covert Uechi-ryu, Covert,MI Fred Madden-Sandan David Edwards-Shodan

*Shindokai-Attitudes Dojo, South Haven,MI

Richard Lambert-Nidan Theo Attila-Junior Blackbelt Edward Vaughan-Junior Blackbelt

Congratulations to our candidates and many thanks to the families and friends who support you.

Ron Klein

Dear George,

The information you obtained from the World Uechi Tournament may be a little incorrect. the winners of the Dan Kumite competition were: Randy Godin and Scott Thivierge. I don't know if its too late to change the site or we will have to start calling Scott, Gerry! Just joking. Email you soon.
Dan Dovidio.

Sorry about the mixup. The tournament site has been corrected. My apology to Scott. GEM

Mr. Mattson: I have been reading your book Uechiryu Karate Do and have found it very interesting. It is the best book I have found to learn karate. I am writing to you today in hope of obtaining additional Uechiryu material such as publications, video tapes, or monthly newsletters. Besides obtaining information on how to join the Uechiryu Karate Association: North American Chapter, I am interested in obtaining information on how to best learn this material at home. I am also interested in obtaining a list of instructors and dojo in my area that I can consult to continue learning Uechi-ryu karate. Cordially, John A. Rose, Jr. [Zieglerville, PA]

I've sent you a listing of dojo in your area, along with a Peabody Publishing Co. product listing. The only way to really learn karate is with a teacher. Books and video tapes are a great supplement to your training, but cannot replace a teacher. I thank you for wanting to join NAC, but only dojo can join this organization. Students are members automatically, through their dojo. GEM

George, Here is a listing of a dojo in LA I saw someone asking for one..... William Peterson Los Angeles CA (213) 766-9245 Hope all is well, thanks for letting Bill and I "go at it"...it was kinda fun Take Care Mark

Thank you for your note Sensei Mattson. I will check out the dojo listing for a dojo in the area of BC I am going to.

I will be in BC on vacation with my wife during the Summer Camp. The camp program sounds excellent and there has been much interest/talk around my dojo about the camp, I am already missing not being able to attend. Maybe next year.

>Where do you study?

I can trace my "lineage" directly to you, through Sensei Maloney, who taught my teacher Duncan MacLeod. I study at Sensei Macleod's dojo in Truro, Nova Scotia. The seed that was planted when Sensei Maloney came back from Boston has certainly grown in Nova Scotia.

I have enjoyed your web page very much and have been sharing the information with others at my dojo. Will there be additional Dave Mott articles posted?

Thank you
Bob Christianson

We will miss you at camp as well. Hope you have a great vacation. Watch for more Dave Mott articles in the near future. GEM

Hello Sensei Mattson. Please excuse this question if you have already answered it. If not, can you tell me how many Uechi-ryu students (all levels) there are in the U.S? I heard the quantity of 10,000 but thought that was too high. Can you help? Best regards Myrna

I believe there are quite a few more! There are probably 5000 in New England alone! GEM

Dear Mr. Mattson, Thank you for your note. I have been in Okinawa and Germany the past month so I am very behind. A copy of my new book is being mailed to you this week. It is a gift that I am honoered to give you. I'm sorry it has taken so long to send. I want to thank you George for all the effort you put into keeping people informed on your web page! Good luck with this summer's camp!! I hope to talk to you soon.

Sincerely Alan Dollar

Good luck with your book Alan. Please send information on how our readers may obtain a copy. GEM

I have been attempting to place an order, but it seems that all of the listed books, videos, etc., only have the first packet of data sent, and then nothing further. At any rate, if you are able to help me, I wish to purchase two copies of the book(I have tried for years, but all bookstores tell me it is out of print. I would also appreciate any help in finding a directory of any Uechiryu dojo in the Los Angeles area. Thank you very much.

Sincerely, Michael E. Gleason.

Uechi-ryu Karate Do is alive and well. Please check out the "Products" page on this website for information how to order. Los Angeles dojo can be found on the "Dojolist". GEM

I will be in Hungary (mainly in Budapest) for the first half of August, thus unfortunately missing what sounds like a fabulous Uechi camp in Boston. Do you know of any Uechi Ryu schools in Hungary? I would love to visit one if you could provide me with an address.

Cheers, John.

John Lovas Gokyu Uechi-Ryu Karate-Do Dave Hunt's Karate Academy Sensei Dave Hunt & Pete Settle Bedford Nova Scotia Canada

Check out the "Dojo Listing" on the website John. Perhaps one of our readers will be able to help you out. GEM

Hello Mattson Sensei,

I've just returned home from my trip to Chile and Argentina and am very busy organizing Onaga sensei and Senaha sensei's visit.

Thank you for the invitation to your summer camp this year. Unfortunately as I mentioned in Ottawa I don't think it will be possible this summer, sorry!! :(

Although I can't go I do have a few questions about some of the events taking place at your camp.

I showed the brochure to Nick (the Hung Gar instructor I share my Dojo with) and he asked me if I could inquire regarding the guests you are having from Fukien.

Who is it that will be attend from Fukien and what type of lion dance will they be teaching? Also Nick asked if you could pass on a quick hello to Simon from him, as you obviously keep in touch with Simon a lot more than he does. That's all for now I'll send you a quick note when I have more details about what is happening here in Vancouver this summer. In the mean time I'm not sure if you've seem the web-site for the seminar please visit http://www.to-de.com/obk/seminar/seminar.htm

Bye for now, respectfully
Dan :)

Sorry that you won't be able to attend this year. I will tell Simon that Nick said hello. I wasn't aware there were different types of "Lion" dances, but will try to find out next time I talk with the group leader in New York. Kimo Wall called me yesterday to confirm his arrival date in August. He also was very happy to tell me he was travelling with a very famous "White Crane" teacher from Fuzhou who has never been outside of China before and who will be attending the Summer Camp this August with Kimo. GEM

Dear Sensei Mattson, This letter is in regards to a huge, new book that has just come out that is extremely informative as well as inspirational (in my humble opinion). I beleive that it will redefine how we in the English speaking world will define Uechi-ryu.

Sensei Alan Dollar has just published his new book, SECRETS OF UECHI RYU KARATE AND THE MYSTERIES OF OKINAWA. With its many hundreds of old pictures of the originators of Uechi-ryu and accompanying text describing those origins, I am not sure that any karateka with training based on the art of Kanbun Uechi wouldn't want to see where this all came from.... but more importantly, where he or she might be going. There are also excellent pictures of both individual waza and kata, again with accompanying text and description.

Certainly, I am biased. As a fellow Kadena student, I am definitely extremely pleased to see the old pictures of the Shinjo family, the current pictures of Kiyohide and Naruhiro Shinjo performing kata and waza. However, the thrust of the book is the Uechi system as taught in Wakayama and brought back to Okinawa, chronicling its history and development. I think Sensei Dollar has done a wonderful job of writing for all of us with our roots in Okinawa.

Sensei Dollar has not asked me to write this, nor does he know of it. Lest we forget what this activity that we do is all about...... I highly recommend this book.

I would like to say also, that my enthusiasm for this book in no way detracts from my respect and appreciation for other English language books on Uechi-ryu. I have gained great help and insight from all.

Sincerely, John Ray Sensei Dollar's e-mail address is: CherokeeCo@aol.com His address is:1001 Fitzuren Road/ Antioch CA 94509 Phone: (510) 778-4400 Fax:(510) 778-4468

Pleased to hear that Alan's book has been published. I sent him an email, congratulating him and asking him to send me information on the book, which I'll make available to our readers. GEM

Hello Mr. Mattson.

I will be sending my application and money shortly, but I just had a few questions. My sister is thinking about coming along, but she trains in Wado Ryu karate and Kobudo. She is not interested in the Uechi Ryu aspects of the camp. Is this camp strictly for Uechi Ryu practitioners, or are there enough seminars that have nothing to do with Uechi Ryu to keep her busy. The other question is, what are the accomodations like. Is it 2 or 3 to a room, or is it large rooms with bunkbeds, or is it tenting? What are the bathroom and shower arrangements? For the Iaido class put on by Mr. John Ray, what should I bring? Either a bokken or katana, or both?

Finally, with Mr. Kammei Uechi coming, should I avoid wearing my Gi with the Oki Ku Kai crest. I realize that there may be some tension between the organizations in Okinawa, and I am quite willing to bring just a plain white Gi for the camp. It makes no difference to me.
Thx.
Michael Ham
Ontario, Canada

Your sister should have lots of activities and seminars to keep her busy. Check out the Summer Camp page for some of the many seminars being offered that are not Uechi-ryu. Everything from Fuzhou Lion Dance to the healing arts. We will be staying in dormatory buildings, two to a room. Men's and women's bathrooms are on different floors. Wear your association crest proudly! We judge you by your attitude, friendliness and openmindedness, not by your crest! GEM

My name is Kel Dennis, I am currently at University studing Architecture, I am an Aikidoka . I have just read your letter ¦Women students with special problems in the dojo..._ It was very helpful, our dojo is a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere and I would hazard to say a great deal of dilemmas (such as in your letter) have never occurred , namely because of this relaxed atmosphere, all the same your (amatuer) advice has explained some experiences I have had in other previous Dojo¦s. On another point.I am conducting research into the Design of the Dojo, my thesis (self set) for the next semester. Your opinion or references on what a Dojo is to you would be greatly appreciated as sources are hard to find. Specific or general comments all are welcome.

Thank you for your time
Yours sincerely Kel Dennis (University of Tasmania)
kdennis@postoffice.newnham.utas.edu.au>

Check out the "Articles" page and "Lets Talk" Forum. Qutie a few interesting articles and posts on the subject. Perhaps you will receive advice directly from our readers. GEM

Dear George:

Thank you for letting me list your web page on my page. Please check out my page if you have the chance. The URL address is: http://www.gis.net/~ajj/ Please remember! I am new to this web page writing, I am doing the work myself. I expect to make mistakes, but i will learn from them. I am open to any advise you may wish to share, so I can inprove my page.

Thank you again. Jay Sal
Good luck with your site. GEM

Hi,

It was good to see you againg at Windsong's Birthday today. I am looking forward to seeing you at the summer camp once again this year. Here is the my new address I said I would send you at the party.
James Driscoll

It was nice to see "Windsong" and all of this students celebrating his birthday. He is one of our "elder statesman" and if he were an Okinawan, would be considered a "Living Treasure". I hope his students appreciate how lucky they are to have such a wonderful person as their teacher. GEM

Greetings from Mexico.

Kosuke Heianna
Ram_n Ordu±a
Nispero 9 col. santa maria la ribera
mexico, d.f. cp 06400

In case some one might not recognize the name, Kosuke is the head of Uechi-ryu in Mexico. His picture is in Uechi-ryu Karate Do. GEM

Dear Sensei Mattson,

I wanted to write about something that happened to me recently that has really affected me in a positive way. People who know me, know that my martial arts training and teaching revolves around Budo first, and the particular styles I train second (Uechi-ryu and Nihon Jujitsu). I spend all my time in the dojo trying to convey the principles of Budo to my students so that they will, in turn, teach them to their students. With any luck, they will also apply these concepts in their everyday life. Anyway, thanks to the wonder of E-mail, I was able to get in touch with a person living on Okinawa, Japan who trained the same style. I will not mention his name as I am not sure if he would like it spread around. Having neither the time or money to go to Okinawa (although it is one of my future goals), it was a godsend to find someone who is on the pulse of what is happening right now with the art and people in it. We have since spent countless hours trading information back and forth, and I get the feeling that we think along the same wavelength in most concerns.

It was during one of our conversations that I mentioned to him my deep desire to someday find a copy of Master Kanei Uechi's book (I am one of the unfortunate many who wasn't able to get one back in the late 70s, early 80s, and for all my searching, everybody I asked always said the same thing: You are out of luck, there are no more copies left anywhere.) I told him how my hopes were fading as the years went by and that I was probably out of luck! He told me that he would check with his sensei and let me know if he could find one. Needless to say, I didn to put much stock in his enthusiasm.

As the months passed, I felt my luck was changing. Not only did my new-found acquaintance on Okinawa hint that there may be a book left on the island, I was able to find and acquire another book I had always wanted: Sensei Ted Kresge The Encyclopedia of Karate and Other Related Martial Arts, which happens to be more rare than Master Uechi's. Anyway, with my luck changing as it was, I felt that this time would be the time for Master Uechi's book. Lo and behold, after a few more conversations a book was amazingly found (new and practically untouched) and offered to me, which I immediately accepted and am now the PROUD owner. The most interesting part of this story is that two people who I have never met, have never had any connection with, and with whom do not belong to the same association as I, worked extremely hard to find me the book I have always wanted. Moreover, they found me another book on Uechi-ryu that is out of print and offered it to me (which I again accepted). Then, the package I received had three different books in it as well as numerous other gifts I did not expect.

I can not begin to express how I felt about all this: stunned, excited, breathless, etc. The fact that I found people who obviously believe as I do in the importance of Budo as a way of life, and not just a word spread about the dojo, moves me to believe that there is a strong future in Uechi-ryu/Shohei-ryu. Not being as good as I would like with the written word, I will never be able to express the gratitude I feel for those two people in Okinawa, and I thought others should know.
Mike Murphy, Yondan

i am in manhattan, where i work at columbia law school and perform with a japanese drumming group, sohdaiko.

someimtes i talk on the phone with nancy simoneschi, but we never have time for lunch. busy busy. how is your life?

Maria Olivas

Great to hear from you Maria. . . . For those of you who don't remember, Maria is one of Bill Glasheen's more gifted Uechi-ryu students from the UVa and a regular at Summer camps when they were held on Thompson's Island. I've invited Maria to this year's camp and asked her to conduct seminars on the art of Japanese Drumming! GEM

It is very nice to hear from those who have experienced the "whole-heart" style Jim Advincula brings to the martial arts. I too have not been impressed by the other practitioners but Sensei took me by the mind and by the throat (figuratively and literally) and made certain truths undeniably evident. Isshinryu is very efficient and effective for all conditions and circumstances. (the fox hole to the performance stage)Sensei will be celebrating his 50th year in the martial arts this Oct 96 and we'll be having a celebration for all to come and enjoy. I'll be posting it on CB in a couple of days. Also he is coming up to do the Asian Celebration in Feb 97. Seminar for the MA's and an open forum for the general public. We would love to have all possible there to share in this great event that Sensei will be but one part of. Maybe you would like to be a participant?? Email me if you'd like info and I'll give you details (we had 22,000 people at last years 12th annual celebration)
Philip Raymond
p.s. I will give him a copy of your message.

[The following letter was sent to me after I requested more information about the Celebration]

Dear Mr. Mattson,

I am very glad that you showed interest in our celebration. Enclosed is a program from last year's event. This should give you an idea of what we do now and why people such as yourself and Sensei Advincula bringing their years of knowledge and experience to the general public is the only logical progression to refine and expand the quality and prestige of our Martial Arts program. This will be the first time in our 12 year history of asking outside dignitaries to contribute to the further understanding and enjoyment of The Asian Martial Arts.
Sensei Advincula was very flattered with the email you sent to me. I relayed it to him per your request, and I asked him what he thought of me pursuing your participation in the '97 Celebration. He said that you were "definitely legit" which if you know Sensei as I do is rare and very high praise:) . . . . The Asian Celebration will be held on Feb 22 and 23rd (President's Weekend) 1997. . . . Sensei Advincula could be the headliner for Sat the 22nd. You could be for Sun the 23rd if you would like. We advertise in the entire Pacific Northwest and the headliners would be named specifically with a short biography for promotional purposes. . . . Please let me know how you feel about being a large part of our Celebration. I and our Council would truly appreciate your participation. . . . Sincerely, Philip

Based on the literature you sent, the Asian Celebration sounds quite exciting. I'll put Sensei Jim Maloney in charge of putting together a demonstration team for the event and I'll do my best to be part of the team. For those of you who may not recognize Jim's name, Mr. Advincula happens to be the premier Isshinryu instructor in North America. Until you see Sensei Advincula's Isshinryu, you haven't seen Isshinryu! GEM

I have some information that may help John Long. First of all, the format for video in the U.S. is called NTSC. That used by most of the rest of the world is PAL. The reasons for the differences have a lot to do with U.S. power being 60 hz vs most of the rest of the world on 50 hz. The NTSC standard subsequently has a video frame rate of 30 frames per second (half the power frequency) and the PAL has 25 frames per second. There are a few other details like the number of lines on the picture, etc.One of my students, Bruce Hirabayashi, works for Siemens automotive. Bruce spent several years in Germany, and opened a Uechi school there (Regensburg in Bavaria) that is now independent. While there, I'm fairly certain that Bruce invested in equipment that allowed him to translate between the two video formats.
I know Bruce may kill me for volunteering him like this, but if anyone is absolutely desparate, you might try e-mailing him. At the very least, he can tell you what equipment he bought which allowed him to do the conversions. If the demand is great, maybe Bruce could be convinced to start a fee-for-service arrangement. Anyhow, tell him I sent you, and give him and his family my very best.
Bruce Hirabayashi
Internet: bruce.hirabayashi@auto.siemens.com

Bill Glasheen

Lets hope Bruce won't be too angry at our publishing his access to this equipment. I've received many inquiries from the PAL world regarding video tapes. Perhaps Bruce will be able to help by providing this conversion service. GEM

Mr. Mattson:
I have been reading your book Uechiryu Karate Do (ISBN:0-686-10569-9) and have found it very interesting. It is the best book I have found to learn Karate. I am writing to you today in hope of obtaining additional Uechiryu Material such as publications, video tapes, or monthly newsletters. Besides obtaining information on how to join the Uechiryu Karate Association: North American Chapter, I am interested in obtaining information on how to best to learn this material at home. I am also interested in obtaining a list of instructors and Dojos in my area that I can consult to continue learning Uechiryu Karate.
Cordially,
John A. Rose. Jr.
Zieglerville, Pa

Books and videos are collateral aids and are not meant to replace the dojo or a competent instructor. Check out the Uechi website for dojo listings in your area. Peabody has a comprehensive listing of video tapes and books covering many Uechi-ryu subjects. The Video Magazine series now has 15 tapes in its library. GEM

George ,
On behalf of myself and the generous people who volunteered their time on June 1st, Congratulations, The Uechi Ryu World Championships were a great success. The tournament offered a sense of accomplishment to those who competed and to those who gave their time to help run the event . (My Dojo is filled with happy faces and cluttered with trophies.) Thank you for the Opportunity to be involved.
Steve DiOrio & The Volunteer Staff of
The 1996 Uechi Ryu World Championships

Dear Mr Mattson,
My visit to the USA was busy, but most pleasant, and I managed to train with the Chicago Uechi group and spend time with my old Sensei George in San Francisco,where he showed me some of your videos. Is it possible for us to buy the recently released Uechi Video magazine number 10 (with Master Uechi performing the main katas), in video format for UK -Australia (not US format)? WE'd be interested also to purchase for our club a large photo of Kanbun and of Kanei Uechi,and to find out what other videos, books, photos etc are available from your company. This coming Saturday May 25th, my colleague and I are both attempting our Shodan test, and if successful, we will become the first western australians to get a black belt in Uechi Ryu. The grading board is flying over from Sydney for the test.
Sincerely
John Long

Unfortunately, the company I use to duplicate tapes is unable to copy to PAL format. Perhaps one of our readers can help out. The photos are not problem. Peabody sells a complete dojo set. Check out the "Products" page on this site. Good luck with your test. GEM

Dear Sensei:
My name is Eric Johnston, I train at the Kentville Karate Academy in Nova Scotia. We have two students moving to Japan for two years. They were wondering if there is a Uechi-ryu or Shohei-ryu Dojo in these cities: Yachiyo-shi, Chiba-ken. I have checked your Dojo list, but did not find any for Japan.I was wondering if you could help me?
Thanks,
Eric

Call Buzz Durkin. One of his students just returned from a visit to Japan where he visited a couple of Uechi dojo. GEM

Dear George,

Can you tell me the date & the location for your summer camp ? I cannot locate it on your web page.
Sincerely,

James W.G. Walker, Nidan.

I'll send you a brochure if you email your mailing address to me. The camp will be held Aug 9-11th at the Mass Maritime Academy in Bourne, Mass. Check out the Summer Camp Update for the latest information relating to the camp. GEM

Hi George:
I was at the Karate Open tonight at BU and saw you there. I don't know if you remember me or not. It has been a while since we have been in touch. I am a student of Duane Lucia's studying with him for a little less than a year. It was a pleasure to see Uechi in such an open forum and to see such energetic demonstrations of Kumate and San-serui. In any case, I wanted to find out about the Uechi Camps and if they are happening this year. I was thinking about looking into it for myself and maybe Brooks Whelan. ARe they going to happen this year? If so when and what are the parameters? What are the prerequisites for attending? Please let me know. Once again it was a pleasure to put a face to your name. Maybe next time I will be able to shake hands?
Best regards and thanks,
Nate Alterman
76113.2442@compuserve.com

I remember you Nate. Thanks for writing and thanks for the kind review of the tournament. Everyone seemed to have a great time! The camp is for anyone interested in learning about the martial arts in a friendly and helpful setting. There will be something for everyone with over 75 seminars. Participants will be able to see and learn everything from the Fuzhou Lion Dance to Grappling techniques. . . Accupuncture to Sanchin! Although a few seminars are restricted to higher ranked students, most are geared for all ranks. Come join us. GEM

Hi Sensei:
Looked around for comments post tournament, I couldn't find anything regarding same. My comment - It was absolutely GREAT.Personally, I had a chance to both Judge and Referee. I found it to be a great learning experience while still having a lot of fun. Thank you for a great day. The tournament was very safe for the contenders. In the ring that I was assigned to a female contender got kicked very hard in the chest area. She insisted that she was O.K. The Referee called in the nurse that was in attendance. By the time he got there I examined the girl by having her take a very deep breath. If she had felt pain on doing this then chances were good that 1.She had a broken rib or 2. She had a pnumothorax. She was fine and continued to fight. I hope in future tournaments you will continue to utilize me.
Your student ....... Marty
Thanks Marty. You and the other officials did a wonderful job. As a certified judge, you are quailified and certainly will be asked to officiate again. GEM

On Friday, 31 May 1996 at 8:29 a.m. at Mary Immaculate Hospital in Newport News, Virginia, our 3rd child, Natasja Sakura Hirabayashi was born. She weighed 7 lbs., 2 oz. (3240g) and was 21 inches (53.3cm) long. Erica is doing fine, though she is quite sore from the c-section/Kaiserschnitt (Natasja was breech -- bottom down). Natasja is doing great: she actually looks like a 10-day old, because she does not have than "cone-head" look that babies get when born vaginally. She's quite lovely (in her father's completely objective opinion) and very quiet (so far). She sleeps most of the time, and when she wakes, she cries pretty softly (especially compared to her older brothers Jean-Luc and Stefan). We are all quite happy and somewhat tired.

Bruce Hirabayashi
Internet: bruce.hirabayashi@auto.siemens.com
Congratulations from the Uechi-ryu world Bruce. GEM

dear mr. mattson,

i am very happy that you have a home page on the net as i have been looking for a dojo in florida for a few years. i used to go to charlse earle's dojo in downtown providence about 15 years ago. then i went to one in i think it was woburn mass. i did goto one in the winter park/longwood area here in florida about 8 years ago but i lost track of where it is.(it was a temp. location any). the person who has the dojo is in the printing proffesion. i did not find any listed in my area in your list of dojos. do you think you could help me in finding a uechi-ryu teacher.
thank you very much
bob schwartz
csmanag@ix.netcom.com

There are quite a few Florida dojo listed on this site. It would help if you let us know where in Florida you are located. Someone reading this letter may know of someone in your area who does not have a listing. GEM
dear sir,
[i am sorry i did not tell you where i lived.
i live in orlando florida
thank you
bob
csmanag@ix.netcom.com]

George,
I am a former student of Ernie Howland. I have been living in NC for 10 years now. I would like to return to studying the art, however I have not been able to find any schools in my area, Raleigh,NC. If you know of any please return message. I just became aware of your INET page this morning when I was exploring the NET. I find it very interesting. I really enjoyed my training with Ernie and his instructor Jack. I have a very high respect for the both of them. I did not see their names on the list of Dojo's you have ? I have not talked to Ernie in quite some time, which is due to both of our schedules, I guess. I was at the original summer camp in 84(I think), and will never forget that experience. I was with Ernie from 79-86. I recieved Shodan in 83 from the Board (at that time) out on Thompson (sp) Island in Boston. I can't remember if you were there or not. Regards,
Jack Gauthier....jgauth38@aol.com
Contact Steve Banchick, who does have a listing on the site, for information regarding Ernie and Jack. Yes, I was on Thompson Island! GEM

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