August, 2007

Welcome to our FMS August 2007 news page. This is an exciting month, with full contact fighting action, color belt testing, birthdays, and more. We have lots of Modern Farang Mu Sul® news from all around the globe. Here are some updates:

FMS - WHQ: Alright, as many of you know, birthday's are one of my favorite things to celebrate. In Modern Farang Mu Sul® we have a custom to definitely recognize and celebrate the birthdays of our black belts. It turns our that our own Inst. Kimberly Leith's birthday (from WHQ) fell on the 15th of this month. We were very pleased to be included in the festivities of her party. My wife Justine and I joined a group of her closest family and friends for an awesome dinner party in the outer mission area of San Francisco. The food was super tasty, and the conversation was wonderful. Especially remembering stories from her past. Kim is not only a fantastic and inspiring martial artist, but also an amazing, warm and compassionate person. Sitting between two of the most beautiful, strong and independent women in the world is quite the experience. It's a good thing Kims boyfriend Wess was there to save me. Happy birthday Kim from all of us that love and care for you. May all your wishes come true. Farang!

On other news, Master Schleeter and myself were invited to assist in a very special martial arts competition this month. Prof. Carlos Navarro, Grand Master Rubi Navarro and martial artist / champion fighter and promoter Johnny Davis sponsored another American Kick Boxing and Muay Thai competition in Roseville, CA. This year they chose to include a competitive grappling division, for which they recruited Master Schleeter and myself to coordinate and run. Let me tell you it was such a blast. On top of grappling duties, we were also asked to assist with judge and referee duties for just about every single kick boxing and Muay Thai match of the day. It was a genuine pleasure and honor to take part and work with these fantastic young and spirited fighters. Good sportsmanship and hard fighting were the order of the action packed day. On top of the Western rules American Kickboxing and international rules Muay Thai kick boxing competition, at this event they introduced a new categoy of fighting called "Point Kick Boxing". Let me tell you it was a non-stop, action packed, rock'em - sock'em day. We look forward to being involved in more of these events.

For more info on Point Kick Boxing, click HERE

FMS Puerto Rico : Fresh from his trip to China, Master Dennis Vega informs me that they are very hard at work on preparations to not only do color belt tests soon, but also quite a few students want to take the FMS black belt test later on this year. This is fantastic news indeed. They have lots of things planned for our trip in December, and frankly, I can barely wait. Good job everyone! Stay focused, and I'll be seeing you all soon.

FMS Poland : Well, speaking of birthday's in Modern Farang Mu Sul®, it turns out that Inst. Katarzyna Klepczyk and Asst. Inst. Andrez Klepczyk had a little celebrating to do this month as well. It was their daughter Ania's first year birthday. How exciting is that?

Lots of family and friends joined them to celebrate in a wonderful party. Little Ania was surrounded by legions of her adoring fans, and got to "have her cake, and eat it too"! Not to forget opening her presents too. She is such a wonderful little girl that brings so much joy and love into this world. She is blessed with two of the best parents one could ever wish to have. Congratulations, and Farang!!!

Also this month, the Modern Farang Mu Sul® group from Wroclaw had two special testings. They had adult and children's color belt testing. After many months of hard preparations, and overcoming numerous obstacles and distractions, the time had come. The adults and children showed their stuff.

This meant lots of kicks, punches, joint locks and take downs, self defense, forms, grappling and stand up sparring. Instructor Miroslaw Guszczynski was on hand to help with the judges panel, so that added just a little more pressure, but that's OK, that's all part of the process.

For most students, this was their first ever color belt test. Well, with high spirit and discipline, the groups performed in front of the judges as well as lots of family and friends. The heat was on, and they all did a fantastic job. I know your family and teachers were all very proud of you. And guess what?, So are we here at WHQ. Remember, your success is our success (and vise-versa). Good job everyone, and keep working hard. Keep on setting your goals and let nothing or no one get in your way. In the end, you will be the one who benefits most from all of your hard work. Farang!!!

(Pics: 1- Ania with parents and grand mom, blows out her first birthday candle, 2- Inst. Miroslaw Guszczynski, 3- Self Defense techn, 4- Now that's a throw, 5- Little warriors eye their next belts, 6- Kids self defense begins, 7- Kids grappling, 8- Kids sparring, 9- The little warriors with their new belts!)

FMS - Hollister : I was informed that the FMS students from Hollister are also getting ready for another color belt test. They are set to test next month, and so, they are doing some hardcore training in preparation for the test. I have lots of faith that they will do a good job. Just keep training and you'll be fine. Farang!

FMS - Huntington Beach : As Inst. Nelson Pinto and his wife Vera begin to settle in Southern California, some times, you've got to get away, and just have some fun. All work and no play, makes for a dull time. With so much to see in the southland, it's high time to get out and enjoy some of the action. Well, say no more, they decided to take in a few of the great attractions of LA, including Hollywood, and it's famous walk of fame, Universal Studios and Disneyland. A couple of the new adult FMS class students, Dayna Hinsley and Scott Miller (father of Inst. Nicole Miller) were their tour guides, and I hear they had loads of fun. There is nothing like going somewhere with someone who is from there and knows where to go, what to see, and even where not to go. We are very fortunate in Modern Farang Mu Sul® that as our training progresses, all the students tend to understand and appreciate the unique brotherhood that we all share. As such, we try to take advantage and enjoy each others company in so many ways. This is what the FMS family is all about. They definitely understand that in the FMS Huntington Beach crew. That is so awesome.

Also, Inst. Pinto reports that the FMS Huntington Beach adult program is growing and doing very well. Lots of the parents of the children from the kids class have braved the waters and decided to give it a shot. They are aware of the hard work and sweat that goes into the training by watching thier kids, but actually doing it themselves, is a completely new experience. Good job you guys, don't give up. This is not only a fantastic work out and method of self improvement and self impowerment, but it is also a very special way to share and relate to your children who are in the kids program. Very cool indeed. Keep up the good work everyone. Farang!!!

FMS Portugal: I got word from Portugal that Asst. Inst. Sergio Anes from the FMS Braganca school had just done a couple workshops. He did a couple classes in the Braganca and Mirandela area of Portugal. The word was that these were some of the very best techniques and training methods these folks have ever seen. Wow, what a great compliment. This type of training is so important, and it great to see the various FMS instructors leading by example. Good job Sir. Farang!

FMS Germany : Inst. Michael Klockner from FMS Köln informs me that the students in Köln have been due for another color belt test, and after several months of hard work and preparations, they finally did it. There were also a couple students going for higher color belt levels as well, so that is just awesome. Well, he is happy to report that all did a fantastic job, and passed with flying colors. Good work everyone. Keep on training and reaching for the stars. Before you know it, you will have them in your hand. Farang!

Birthday News: We are happy to announce the birthdays of our FMS Black Belts from all over the world, so all of you students will know exactly when you can show your gratitude and celebrate with your teachers. FMS Black Belt Birthdays for this month:

This month of August will be: Inst. Earl Boyd Aug - 05th, Inst. Kimberly Leith Aug - 15th, Inst. Robert Hudson Aug - 27th, and Master Dennis Vega Aug - 31st.

Next month of September will be: Inst. Nelson Pinto Sept - 02nd, Inst. Juan Gonzalez Sept - 18th, Inst. Eduardo Soberal Sept - 23rd, Inst. Juan Gonzalez Sept - 26th, and Inst. Carlos Sanchez Sept - 28th.

Farang!!!

That's all for now. With brotherhood,

Kuk Sa – De Alba

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