Sunday, August 3, 2014

KONG AWARD OF MERIT JULY 2014


example of a Kong Award of Merit
KONG AWARD OF MERIT:

July 26th, 2014--
Grandmaster issued the 2014 Kong Awards to recipients Mr. Brian Moye and Mr.Douglas Rodriguez for sincere efforts in the continuation and improvement of the International Chayon-Ryu
Martial Arts Association.


"You have demonstrated your concern and interest in preserving Chayon-Ryu and it is with deep appreciation and kindest regards that I recognize your dedication with this certificate of appreciation. Yours for the good of Chayon-Ryu Martial Arts, Grandmaster Kim Soo, founder of Chayon-Ryu."

Kyosanim Mr. Brian A. Moye receives his Kong Award of Merit in recognition of his project to archive and preserve
Chayon-Ryu media history in digital format.

 
Jokyonim Mr. Douglas Rodriguez is awarded a Kong Award of Merit Certificate for his contributions to the Chayon-Ryu Martial Arts system.

Photography by Mr. Kenneth Young

Teaching Others Crucial To Understanding Chayon-Ryu

Houston, TX, USA-

Grandmaster Kim Soo emphasized the importance of teaching at the July Tuksu Suryon. Teaching others reinforces our own understanding, and increases our own knowledge. Grandmaster Kim Soo reviewed teaching method for first ten lessons given to beginners, and lectured on the importance of the role of teaching within the Chayon-Ryu system. "Everyone has it in them already. We are all already masters," Grandmaster said, stressing that the natural way teaching method is designed to cultivate what already exists within each of us. Teaching others is vital to our own refinement and deeper understanding.

Teaching beginners, Grandmaster stressed, we must build their confidence, and ease their fears. The role of an instructor is not to be a drill sergeant, but an educator.  Grandmaster Kim Soo gave a review of the first ten lessons given to beginners, and reviewed basic movements, fundamentals and principles for all instructor level members in attendance.



KONG AWARD OF MERIT:

Grandmaster issued the 2014 Kong Awards to recipients Mr. Brian Moye and Mr.Douglas Rodriguez for sincere efforts in the continuation and improvement of the International Chayon-Ryu
Martial Arts Association.

Mr. Brian A. Moye receives a Kong award of Merit.

Grandmaster Kim Soo award Mr. Douglas Rodriguez a Kong Award of Merit
"You have demonstrated your concern and interest in preserving Chayon-Ryu and it is with deep appreciation and kindest regards that I recognize your dedication with this certificate of appreciation. Yours for the good of Chayon-Ryu Martial Arts, Grandmaster Kim Soo, founder of Chayon-Ryu."



















Grandmaster emphasized the importance of falling in the proper Chayon-Ryu way. Falling properly allows the
defender to kick and punch and counter attack from a ground position.

Photos by Mr. Kenneth Young, Sydney Moen and Melissa L. Nichols

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

ANNUAL BEACH TRAINING 2014


Little Planets by Sydney Moen
If you missed the annual beach training this past weekend for all branch schools down on beautiful Galveston Island, then you really missed out on a great event! All branch school instructors should put this event on their permanent to do calendar!

Pirate's Beach on beautiful Galveston Island is the location for this annual event, hosted by Master John Stephens and the Yudanja Whey. A training on the sand and in the surf, followed by a wonderful grilled burger and hot dog lunch provided for all attendees.

Afterwards the beach was enjoyed by many, as well as fishing and socializing and an all around great time!



Grandmaster Kim Soo fishing with Dave Bayles and Chayon-Ryu friends
















Grandmaster Kim Soo with  Chief instructor of Kim Soo Baytown with Baytown Students



















Father and Son Black Belts










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Group Photo

Burgers and Dogs on the grill




Masters John Stephens and Nelson with Kenneth Hong Gil-Dong Kirsner