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George Mattson

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Name: George Mattson
Date registered: July 23, 2012
URL: https://uechi-ryu.com

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Jul 19 1996

Aids and Karate Training

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by George Mattson

July 19, 1996

by Robert Kaiser I was pleased to see AIDS addressed in your article forum but would like to make some, I believe, clarifying comments. I have been a volunteer, educator (faculty member Comprehensive AIDS Program, University of Miami School of Medicine, vice president for operations, National Leadership Coalition on AIDS) and direct care provider in …

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Feb 11 1996

Tribute to “Bally”!

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Memorial Site

by George Mattson

February 11, 1996

“Bally” 5/13/81 – 02/11/96 Susan and I had to “put down” our beloved “Bally” this morning. Those of you out there who ever owned and loved a dog will appreciate how hard this act can be. Owning a pet is a responsiblity and knowing when it is time to say goodby is a sad but …

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Sep 05 1995

Discrimination and Abuse of Rank in the Martial Arts

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by George Mattson

September 5, 1995

Jacqueline S. Blackburn If the knowledge and ‘power’ is abused, it can damage emotionally and spiritually those who have come for guidance and self-growth. We all need to remember that without mutual respect in all aspects of our dealings with others, our development and self-growth will be severely hindered in karate and in ourselves. This …

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Jul 26 1995

A Postive Step for the Growth of Uechi Ryu in Nova Scotia

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by George Mattson

July 26, 1995

Since our return from Master Mattson’s summer camp, we have had an exciting time for Uechi Ryu here in Nova Scotia. Dave Hunt’s Karate Academy put on a very successful Uechi Ryu Tournament on the 30th of September which was also attended by Master Mattson. There was a superb turn out from all the Dojos …

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Jul 24 1995

“Living in the Now”

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George Mattson's Corner

by George Mattson

July 24, 1995

by George E. Mattson An exerpt from his new book: “Dynamic Uechi-ryu Karate” This passage in the book deals with the concept of “A mind like water” as it applies to dealing with violence. When Paul Verge asked me the question about how an average person reacts to danger, I felt this segment might help …

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Jul 11 1995

Fight or Flight Syndrome

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George Mattson's Corner

by George Mattson

July 11, 1995

by George E. Mattson An exerpt from “Dynamic Uechi-ryu Karate” Peabody Publishing Company. Brockton, MA Any stressful condition can trigger this syndrome. The danger may be emotional or physical in nature. The victim generally finds himself, usually unexpectedly, in a situation of extreme stress. Although the danger may be real or perceived as real by …

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Jan 12 1995

Renshi Dissertation

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Titles Projects

by George Mattson

January 12, 1995

A Dissertation on the Benefits of Myotherapy In Conjunction with Uechi-ryu Karate By Bruce Witherell Renshi Thesis I have been studying and practicing Uechi-Ryu Karate since January of 1971. Like most students who practice the arts, we get involved for the physical aspect of the art. Some of the qualities which attract students to this …

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Jul 29 1993