From: the_dojang-owner@hpwsrt.cup.hp.com To: the_dojang-digest@hpwsrt.cup.hp.com Subject: The_Dojang-Digest V6 #121 Reply-To: the_dojang@hpwsrt.cup.hp.com Errors-To: the_dojang-owner@hpwsrt.cup.hp.com Precedence: The_Dojang-Digest Sun, 28 Feb 1999 Vol 06 : Num 121 In this issue: the_dojang: Sumo the_dojang: Lost respect - member gone the_dojang: New Sumo the_dojang: Special Training for Female M.A's the_dojang: Re: The_Dojang-Digest V6 #120 the_dojang: Summary of Taekwondo Seminar w/US Team Captains the_dojang: taking the high road the_dojang: . ......................................................................... The_Dojang, serving the Internet since June 1994. ~800 members strong! Copyright 1994-99: Ray Terry, California Taekwondo, Martial Arts Resource Replying to this message will NOT unsubscribe you. To unsubscribe, send "unsubscribe the_dojang-digest" (no quotes) in the body of an e-mail (top line, left justified) addressed to majordomo@hpwsrt.cup.hp.com To send e-mail to this list use the_dojang@hpwsrt.cup.hp.com See the Korean Martial Arts (KMA) FAQ and online search the last two years worth of digest issues at http://www.MartialArtsResource.com Pil Seung! Ray Terry, PO Box 110841, Campbell, CA 95011 KMA@MartialArtsResource.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------- From: Date: Sun, 28 Feb 1999 11:30:35 EST Subject: the_dojang: Sumo In a message dated 99-02-27 18:07:36 EST, you write: << Alain and Dakin a question.. Is SUMO wrestling which Alain referenced and upright wrestling which Dakin referenced the same thing? >> I'm not sure what Dakin was referring to, but the Sumo I was referring to is the official Sumo in Japan. They have 6 bashos (tournaments) a year. The two top Yokazunas are Akebono and Takanohana. Takanohana was promoted to Yokazuna when I was living in Japan, he was the talk of the country at the time. I was very happy because he was my favorite before that when he was still an Ozeki. I have see other Sumo on ESPN a time or two, but it just wasn't the same. I do watch the Japanese Sumo when it is on ESPN though. Alain ------------------------------ From: Date: Sun, 28 Feb 1999 11:55:06 EST Subject: the_dojang: Lost respect - member gone After wading through a pile of trash on both lists this morning, I'll say don't expect to hear from me much any more. Name calling, bad mouthing others, etc? I don't have time for that. I've enjoyed the intelligent postings on both lists, but refuse to wade through the garbage for those anymore. My time will be better spent writing articles and working on my new book and videos, than reading petty insults between others. My time is precious. I have no problem using it for constructive conversation on Martial Art topics, so if I can answer peoples questions or help someone, e-mail me privite with a heading I won't just delete. I may poke my head in sometime in the future, but not that frequently. My best to everyone in their training, Alain Burrese ------------------------------ From: "Jamaica Power" Date: Sun, 28 Feb 1999 09:47:02 PST Subject: the_dojang: New Sumo I'm not sure what you mean by "new" Sumo though. Are you talking about changes in the Japanese style, or about some form of American sumo?Yours in the arts,Dakin Burdick __________________________________________ Hi- didn't actually know what to call it as I've watched it transform over the last few years...so correct me if I'm wrong. I've watched SUMO wrestling since I was a little girl. In the last few years since it's become more of a global competition and I believe an accepted Olympic sport I see more competitors engaged in only competing but not necessarily out of respect and tradition. I also see that many countries now mandated/requested that because it is a universal sport that undergarments be allowed under the traditional uniform. I see some countries and alas I must say here Americans) that seem to have an attitude about them when they appear on stage and when they do the traditional ceremonies such as the throwing of the salt. Perhaps it is my only my perception but I don't think so. You can also witness attitude after a match is won and the display or shall I say lack of display of acknowledgement that it was a good competition. There seems to be a cocky attitude minus respect. Just generally how the matches are handled in different countries leaves something to be desired. Of course much of this has to do with what the media and event sponsors want. (Sad). On the other hand I have also witnessed some outstanding competition and I wish I could remember the gentlemans name. I believe he was a police officer from Turkey or some such place. His skill was beyond believeable. His patience and understanding and respect for the art undeniable and undefeatable. Perhaps (I) just am having a hard time personally adjusting to their new world tours. I always held it a league or two above world federation wrestling, etc. Make sense? I hope so. P.S. Thanks for the other info you posted. Jamaica jamaica_power@hotmail.com We can't run from who we are, Our destiny chooses us. ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com ------------------------------ From: "Jamaica Power" Date: Sun, 28 Feb 1999 09:55:05 PST Subject: the_dojang: Special Training for Female M.A's FYI - http://www.followme.com/DeSantos Jamaica jamaica_power@hotmail.com We can't run from who we are, Our destiny chooses us. ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com ------------------------------ From: John Hancock <4karate@bellsouth.net> Date: Sun, 28 Feb 1999 11:55:39 -0600 Subject: the_dojang: Re: The_Dojang-Digest V6 #120 From: Date: Sat, 27 Feb 1999 22:03:28 EST Subject: the_dojang: hee hee > Man....what a GREAT idea. > Damn! Wish I had thought of that first. :-) > > John Hancock I believe, sir, that you mean WOman....what a GREAT idea. :0) "Yes, Dear. You are absolutely correct." [-} John ------------------------------ From: Peter Bardatsos Date: Sun, 28 Feb 1999 18:42:40 -0500 Subject: the_dojang: Summary of Taekwondo Seminar w/US Team Captains Thanks to those of you who attended our seminar in NJ this past weekend. The seminar lasted 4 hours with approximately 30 students present. Unfortunately the turnout was not what I expected being that we had over 70 persons at our first seminar, but I believe that timing was an issue. There are many State Competitions going on during this time of year, however I feel that the major factor was hosting the Seminar on a Saturday, rather than on Sunday (the day it was held the first time). I understand that many Taekwondo Schools are open on Saturdays and cannot just abandon their schools for that day. I wish when I was climbing the ladder to my current position, Seminars of this type were held. $40 to train with elite players is definitely worth it. You can definitely learn more at a seminar of this type than at a local tournament. Anyway, onto the seminar. The kicks that we emphasized were Fast/Cut Kick, Hoo Jin Round Kick, and Back Kick. To increase the effectiveness of the above kicks we went over various motions and footwork, which make the above 3 kicks seem like hundreds of different kicks. Upon perfection of these 3 kicks (by converting them into an instinct) one can win basically any competition out there, even the World Championships. The students present ranged from yellow belts to black belts of all ages. The different areas covered included: * Line drills, integrating various plyometric exercises in the drills * Proper way to throw a kick, w/o telegraphing your kick and as quick as possible, eliminating any extra motion or steps. * Partner drills with Hogo (integrating the above kicks) * Games (including exercises working on speed, motion, reaction, strategy, countering, and much more) * Situation Drills (1 minute sparring - one competitor is ahead by one point) The person ahead must save that point to win match, Person down one must try to setup a point to tie-up match * Strategy Drills (Set up and use of the above mentioned kicks) * Offensive & Defensive Drills * Sparring Game - King of the Hill (split individuals into different groups, and had them spar eachother, winner stays in the ring sparring, last one left is King of the Hill) * Q&A session * As a souvenir we autographed the 1997 World Cup Team Photo in Cairo Egypt Picture can be seen at http://www.geocities.com/Colosseum/Arena/1442/97worldcup.htm I also stressed that you will not become a champion just by coming to one seminar or all the seminars, but you must practice what was learned every day. On a personal note, Steven Lee and myself train 5 to 6 hours everyday 6 times a week. Making the national team does not come easy, Practice, Practice, Practice, will help you get there. Once again thanks to those who attended and hope to see you at the next seminar. Good Luck at your upcoming competitions. - -- Sincerely, Peter Bardatsos 6-time US Team Member and US Team Captain Bardatsos Taekwondo ** http://www.bardatsostkd.com ------------------------------ From: Date: Sun, 28 Feb 1999 16:41:17 -8000 (PST) Subject: the_dojang: taking the high road In the spirit of 'taking the high road' I leave you with the following and the phrase... viva le difference! There is plenty of room on the Internet for two, or more, KMA discussion lists. Take care. 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