Slayers News
About Dragon Kenpo Karate	Sept 2005

Let’s all Pitch In.

Here is where we recommend you would go to assist with this horrible gulf coast disaster. www.redcross.org

Also the Salvation Army can use money for the feeding centers they have set up.

Practical Sparring in a Self Defense System

Rick Collette 09/02/2005

rcollet@gmail.com

More and more I am running into the school of thought that says "Sparring is a good way to develop bad habits." Naturally, we don't want to build muscle memory or create natural responses to given situations that are wrong. This kind of practice could lead to serious injury or even death when the time comes to actually defend ourselves in a real scenario. Following along those same lines, sparring is considered by some to be a waste of time or filler for instructors who have run out of things to do for that session.

I would maintain that if sparring were performed under proper supervision, and with the right goal, then it can be an extremely useful tool.

First, sparring can build stamina. A Lot of us can perform our Kata or walk through our belts techniques without becoming tired because we have done them so many times. What happens on the street when we are up against someone who is not only hopped up on adrenaline, but also drugs; say meth amphetamines? How long will we last if the attacker just never seems to tire? Sparring drills can aid in stamina training and prepare us for these too-long bouts.

Another area where sparring can be beneficial is actual technique training. With techniques, we stand facing each other and run through practiced drills where we know exactly which attack is coming and which technique we are expected to perform. These are traditional learning drills, and should never be abandoned. In fact, this has been the best method for committing the techniques to memory for me. Now suppose we run into a situation where the attack comes from an angle we are not expecting? The old cliché of "Expect the unexpected." Comes to my mind as I write this, however, most of us are training for the expected.

Here's where Technique Sparring comes into play. This is not the typical tournament sparring, but sparring with actual real techniques. And it behooves me to point out at this time that none of the routines described here should be attempted without proper supervision. You can really get hurt. Safety is key – pad up, and make sure your instructor is controlling the situation.

In the average training circle or Dojo, you will have people of varying skill and breadth of knowledge. You can exploit these skill levels by technique sparring. You will learn reactions to different attacks from various angles, speeds, and levels of experience.

There are several technique drills that I use, which include the traditional "one-step" type, but also "Minute-Man/Woman", "Timed Technique Open", "Techniques for Points", and "Center-Man/Woman". The technique drills described here are merely my own way of doing things. The idea of publishing them is that maybe we'll get some feedback on how to improve on them, or even learn new drills.

Minute-Man/Woman: The student stands in the center of the mat. There is a timekeeper (usually the instructor) who carries a stopwatch and also controls the matches. When the timekeeper starts the clock, he will say "GO!", at which point another student will step into the mat and kumite will begin. This is a free-form sparring session. This should last one minute. Once the minute is up, the timekeeper says "NEXT!", and the attacker steps out, and another student steps in. The idea is that one student has to spar with the rest of the students. Once he/she has gone through everyone, he/she will step to the end of the line and the next student stays in the center until they have matched everyone else.

Timed Technique Open: Set a time limit based on the students experience (1 minute for white belt, 3 minutes for green belt, 5 minutes for brown and black belts, etc). Two students face each other until the order "Kumite!" is given by the referee (usually a senior student or instructor). The students can start an attack from anywhere using any weapon, but the defender can only respond using an actual full technique (or several techniques). The points are given for a completed technique. The student with the highest number of completed techniques in a given bout wins.

Techniques For Points: This is the same as the Timed Technique Open, except there is no clock – there is a predetermined number of points that must be reached before the end of the match is called. At the end, the student who reached that number first is the winner.

Center-Man/Woman: The class lines up in a circle. The instructor stands in the center, and one student in front of him. The instructor then signals a student in the ring to perform a specific type of attack, to which the student in the center responds with a full technique. Once the technique is finished, the attacker stays and the defender takes the others place in the ring. This can continue indefinitely or until the entire class has had a shot in the center.

The main point to stress during these exercises is safety. Students should be padded up and instructors should be present during this type of training. It can be very dangerous, and serious injury can occur if the utmost care is not taken.

Again we present another example showcasing the caliber of individuals joining the ranks of World Dragon Kenpo Schools of Self Defense. Charles Humble will be headed home from Iraq in about a month.

Greetings Mr. Pfeiffer,

I am Charles Humble, and I am writing you from Lovely Iraq. I am in the Army serving over here for the past year.

I am looking forward to training in Dragon Kenpo. I have been an avid follower of martial arts since very young and have trained in several styles, but I have always had an intense interest in the science and precision of Kenpo. I have studied American Kenpo and attained the rank of Blue Belt. I want to study Dragon Kenpo... integrate it into my life, and eventually teach. I hope to also continue my study in American Kenpo. I want to be as well rounded and complete as I can.

I began my Martial arts training in Tae Kwon Do as a teenager. I stayed with it for about a year or so and attained the rank of green belt. When I went to college, I began to study Jeet Kune Do as self study. I wanted to train under an instructor, but the closest one was Gary Dill and he was too expensive and about three hours away. But I trained as best I could for about three or four years.

When I was twenty four... I entered the Marine Corps and trained in the combat hand to hand fighting system known as LINE training (Linear Infighting Neural Exercise). in seven years of service in the Marine Corps I became rated as Advanced.

Presently I serve in the Army as an infantryman and have trained for the last three years in Army Combatives. Really what it amounts to is a modified Brazilian Jiujitsu. Unfortunately the Army doesn't rate their soldiers in Combatives... we just train.

Hopefully this helps give you a background in what I've experienced over the years. I have a real deep desire to become the best Kenpo practitioner I can be and the best instructor I can be.

Thank you for the opportunity.

Sincerely,

Charles Humble

Charles,

First let me thank you for your service to our country, it is truely my honor to welcome you to your new school. For many student/instructor members just knowing they won't need to keep changing schools is it's own relief. Our members are encouraged to continue to learn from all available sources, this has given Dragon Kenpo it's strength and flexibility. With what I read of your history I would be surprised if you find anything really new to you or some great revelation. Dragon Kenpo has a focus on good basic techniques which your future students will be able to use if needed.

Reading your info and other data from your recent new membership it's quite apparent that you will qualify for advanced standing and I am issuing our Assistant Instructor Certificate which you can view and print in the secured members area under My Awards.

If you'd like to snail mail any certificates or other for your permanent record here at WDK use the address on the contact page at www.dragonkenp.us.

Please read the Text Lesson attached to the Intro clip on the first level and let me know if you have any questions.

Email me when your ready for access to the next technique group (Yellow Belt). As an assistant instructor you can advance to Orange Belt (2 levels above beginner) at an accellerated pace. Once you've been promoted to Orange Belt there would be 90 days time in rank before you may request advancement.

I tried the number you entered and got an answering machine. In case anyone was wondering who called. :)

Coach Ron Pfeiffer

The preparations are made, the students continue to practice and this Saturday should prove to be the best of our Annual events. We’ve had a hugh enrollment surge for the fall session and will be asking the YMCA to begin a waiting list for local lessons. Fortunately WDK on line faces no such limitations and we are experiencing ample growth in this area of Dragon Kenpo Karate studies.

All student/instructor members local or virtual are invited to participate in the day long program. Exams will begin at 9am and we have reserved the pool for 2pm and the Y is supplying us with a Life Guard. Dinner is at 5pm followed by Awards and Presentations.

Slayers News
ABOUT DRAGON KENPO		AUGUST 2005


You’re Invited, Sept 24th in B-E-A-utiful Lake Geneva the 3rd Annual 
Dragon Kenpo Exams and Banquet
Support our Defense Against Hunger, help support your community with 
our Food Drive
Recently the members of our Black Belt club decided a food drive would 
go well with our Sept event.  The generosity of our members will help 
fill some local food pantries in this area.  Some cans or boxed items 
are best or ask a local charity how to best assist them.   Those of you 
who support the World Dragon Kenpo programs are encouraged to 
participate.  Too Busy?  Think about “Hungry” for a second.  

Make your plans for our 3rd Annual Exams and Banquet!
	
This year our good fortune continues with the introduction of our good 
friend and World Dragon Kenpo member Fred DiUlus. Who has graciously 
agreed to be our guest speaker at our Sept 24th event in Lake Geneva, WI.   
Email for more information on testing at our event.
Nov of ‘04 a new member logged in and joined our school.  This in 
itself is no big deal.  However after surprising Mr. DiUlus with a phone 
call and discussion of some goals it wasn’t long til Fred had me 
rethinking some of mine.  With his work on our Dragon Kenpo BS/BA Martial Arts 
Degree Program we will truly be taking the next step in development of 
WDK.  The following is from a recent Press Release.
Fred DiUlus, BS, MBA, PhD(cd)
1018 W. Avenue K
Lovington, NM, 88260
fdiulus@CEFE.org" fdiulus@CEFE.org 
505 396 4416 
Fred DiUlus is an international veteran of entrepreneurship. A self 
described ‘life-long entrepreneur in training’, he is Chief Executive 
Officer and founder of Global Academy Online, a premier provider of 
private-label online curriculum to education institutions world-wide and 
Director and founder of the Center for Ethics in Free Enterprise (CEFE), a 
seven year old non profit provider of entrepreneurship and ethics 
education. Fred is a pioneer in online higher education curriculum 
development where he has brought entrepreneurship training to every corner of the 
world. For many years Fred trained Fortune 500 employees in 
entrepreneurship who were furloughed or downsized and taught undergraduate and 
graduate students the ins and outs of the entrepreneurial life at five 
major colleges and universities. As a Professor of Entrepreneurship and 
Organization Ethics, the Sam M. Walton Foundation has recognized Fred as 
one of America’s leading free enterprise educators. Also recognized for 
his life’s work by Marquis Who’s Who, Fred will be featured in the 2006 
editions of Who’s Who in Education, Who’s Who in America, and Who’s Who 
in the World. He will make his home with his wife Sally and daughter 
Danielle in Athens, West Virginia. 


Fred’s Notable quote:
“Today, successful entrepreneurs are morally obliged to offer our young 
men and women their blueprints for them to have a piece of the promised 
American dream; to create new opportunity for themselves and their 
families and flourish in a highly competitive global environment. 
Entrepreneurs can show today’s up and coming ‘go-getters’ how to turn failure 
into success, how to take the right risk at the right time, and how to 
turn old ways and tradition into new ways and new tradition. Ultimately, 
they will learn from the experts how to make the old things new again 
and new things spectacular for the next generation and for generations 
to come. It is a classic case of ‘paying it forward’. This is today’s 
entrepreneur’s moral obligation to our youth. Accepting that obligation 
is what has made our nation great.” 

		
Attitude determines Altitude (Now that’s an old one!)
What’s yours like.  Is it positive and very telling that your having a 
wonderful day?  Well if not get with it, no one is impressed with 
negativism.  The second quote below makes a case for the importance of 
action.     	
It is our attitude at the beginning of a difficult undertaking 
which more than anything else, will determine its outcome 
-- William James 

Pray to God, but row for shore 
-- Russian proverb 

Comparing Dragon Kenpo to Open Source Software by    Rick Collette.
C
omparing Dragon Kenpo to Open Source Software.                         
Author: Rick Collette Date: 07/19/2005 In working with Dragon Kenpo, 
something struck me: It is the Open Source system of the Martial Arts 
world. So now, there are people who are asking "What is Open Source?", or 
"You know you are a few sandwiches short of a picnic?", or "I get it.". 
Now, I can't just say something like that and not offer my explanation. 
NOTE: It is beyond the scope of this document to go into raw detail of 
how things work, I am merely describing some things at a very basic 
level to make a point. If you would like to discuss the finer points of 
computing, please feel free to e-mail. And no, I won't fix your computer. 
First, let me define "Source Code". Basically (and VERY basically), it 
is the language that programmers use to write the programs you use 
every day. They then "compile" this code into something your computer can 
run, and something that you can use – such as a word processor, web 
browser, etc. Typically this "source code" is a closely guarded secret, and 
it is the crown jewels for any software company. Now, "Open Source" is 
when that "source code" is freely given, and not only that, you are 
encouraged to add onto it, fork it off into something different and new, 
or just give back to the community from which you took it in the first 
place. (For the actual definition of "Open Source" see: 
http://www.opensource.org/docs/definition.php ).  So what the bafoogles 
does this have to do with Dragon Kenpo? Simple – we are given the basic 
set of techniques (the "source code"), we are told to elaborate on it, 
we are allowed (and even encouraged) to start our own Dojo's, training 
sessions, or what have you, and we can commercialize (the "BSD" 
variant) the system if we like, or we can take what we've added and give it 
freely back to the community (the "GPL" variant). Naturally, for the less 
experimental of us, we can keep to the given curriculum, and progress 
in whichever established system we want. There is nothing at all wrong 
with that, and it can be a lifelong journey – every bit as much as 
embracing and extending into something different.
 Dragon Kenpo: www.dragonkenpo.us 
Variants: www.darkdragonkenpo.com, www.kenpofighter.com Other 
non-related: www.chinesedragonkenpo.com Sources – www.dragonkenpo.us, 
www.opensource.org, personal observations, www.linux.com, www.freebsd.org 

Student/Instructor Member Richard Shepard
Hello Coach Ron,

One of my martial role models is an internal martial 
arts instructor in California named Tim Cartmell. You may or may not 
have heard of him. He wrote a really great book title "Effortless Combat 
Throws" that all martial artists should read. Anyway, I really like 
this passage from his website and I wanted to suggest you include it in 
the next edition of Slayer News. 
"Everyone possesses an inborn ability to fight; it is a natural 
reaction to threat or stress and requires no formal training. What, then, 
distinguishes these random patterns of attack and defense which arise 
spontaneously in the untrained from the actions and reactions of a trained 
martial artist? The answer to this question lies in the trained 
fighter's application of certain principles to the movements and strategies of 
unarmed combat. These principles form the basis or "essence" of martial 
art. It is because these principles are utilized that fighting is 
elevated to the level of "art." In fact, it is the understanding and 
application of basic natural principles, which allows mankind as a whole to 
continuously improve and refine capabilities in any endeavor. Such 
knowledge is made manifest in technique; technique, in turn, is based on the 
understanding of natural principles. Technical application of natural 
principles makes it possible for construction workers to build houses, 
doctors to treat diseases and the weaker to overcome the stronger in a 
fight."
 Thanks World Dragon Kenpo Member, Richard J. Shepard


World Dragon Kenpo ‘05

1. Tighten your neck muscles to reduce the effect, turn your neck inward towards the chest of the person and tuck your chin to your chest.

2. If chocked on the left side of the attacker I place my left hand behind the attackers left knee and cup my hand behind the knee cap

Hello and welcome. A special welcome to all our new members and congratulations to those new members who have already started their own Training Groups. World Dragon Kenpo’s Club’s and Training Groups have been on the move these past few months and with various individuals diligently pursuing "their" dragon kenpo.

IMPORTANT; Instructors please be sure your student/members receive a copy of the "Slayer"!

Sharpen your pencil or do your pre-keyboarding stretches this essay contest is an opportunity for you to voice your positive thoughts on the future of martial arts (self defense) or other related topic. The winning essay will be published in our July Birthday e-zine and the author will receive an item from our Booster Store, dinner tickets to our "Sept Exams and Banquet" (we’ll be announcing our special guest speaker later in an e-zine) and braggin’ rights. The 1st runner up will also receive dinner tickets and will be published in a later edition.

Recently our school has found another unexpected bit of usefulness. Some of our newest students are home schooled. Through participation in our online school they will receive the "Gym" credit required in the home school program.

This is our student/instructor monthly reminder. If you have questions about your advancement, promotion, change of status, etc. email Coach Pfeiffer. Also read some of the past newsletters for information relating to tailoring our program.

Contact Ken Hansen, or any member of the Black Belt Club for information on this years family camping adventure at Mirror Lake State Park. Student Exams will be held on Saturday morning. Please bring any USA flags which need to be retired, there will be a flag retirement ceremony after dusk. June 17, 18, & 19.

Everyone wants to receive a prized invitation to our special Sept weekend in b-e-a-utiful Lake Geneva. Actually invitations are on the way but if your snail mail is incomplete or incorrect you’ll only be able to guess about the details... Contact Event Coordinator Chris Miller. Email your information for update, and for our future I.D. card project also send/email a passport type photo.

Just because they're not on your road doesn't mean they've gotten lost. H. Jackson Browne

Slayers News
Dare to be Different	April Edition

About Dragon Kenpo Karate

Here is our latest e-zine for our online and offline members. This month we have letters from a couple of our long time distance learning students, our list of latest promotions and other bits.

As always be sure to contact Coach Pfeiffer concerning matters of advancement and promotion. All students are required to submit an email request for changes to their online account info or status.

Welcome to the new members of our program!

Our Photo Page is back and better than ever be sure to check it out and email your training photos to Coach Pfeiffer!

WWW.DRAGONKENPO.US

You cannot make a good rope out of a string of air bubbles.

Irving Stone

WHY I DO DRAGON KENPO by

Thor Sulland, Co-Director Dragon Kenpo Europe

Great thanks mate, also I am very happy to hear that our art is rapidly becoming a success. I am in this whatever happens, But I suspect that you already know that. My dojo is coming on well I have a small but very loyal group of students and I have also recruited some traditional karateka and kickboxers they came to me and asked me to show them how DK differs form their styles. So, I had them do their best against me and nothing worked. Now they are my loyal students "he he!". I will be grading them all for yellow belt level in 2 - 3 weeks also I may be opening another dojo so, together we will bring Dragon kenpo the recognition it deserves. As for "why" I do DK, It is a simple answer, I have cross trained in several arts at a time for 16 years now and I love what I do. But when all of the bollocks is stripped away there are very few arts that cut it. I am from a rough area originally so for many years I had to "road test" much of what I do. I quickly became able to discern what worked and what did not. Those that did not work were removed from my defensive arsenal and replaced with arts that did. Dk is one of the arts that I am happy to say did work well for me on many occasions. I would not teach a self defense system to anyone, unless I was certain that it did work. I have never been the type of person to look for trouble, but I did spend most of my life in an area of high unemployment where a lot of violence occurs. So a good level of defensive skill was essential. I hope this sheds some light on my original motives, Now my motives are different. The arts have given me discipline, peace of mind and a good way of life.

Best wishes my friend,

Thor Sulland

3^rd Dg. Black Belt

Dragon Kenpo Europe

A monk asked: "Master, how do you put enlightenment into action?
How do you practice in everyday life?"
The master replied: "By eating and sleeping."
The monk said: "But Master, everybody eats and everybody
sleeps."
The Master replied: "But not everybody eats when they eat, and not everybody
sleeps when they sleep."

(moral--pay attention in practice!)

Local & Distance Student Promotions

Paul Corrigan 3^rd Dg. Black Belt

Chris Venteicher Blue Belt

Bill Torres 1^st Dg. Black Belt

Bryan Peters Yellow Belt

Ralph Trejo Yellow Belt

Stephen Budway Yellow Belt

Nicholas Flecher Orange Belt

Charles Barham Yellow Belt

Robert Miller Orange Belt

Fred DiUlus Orange Belt

Tero Viiru White Belt

Richard Shepard Yellow Belt

Braim Dougherty Orange Belt

Elizabeth Venteicher Blue Belt

Wyatt Starck Pro Orange Belt

L.J. Jacobsen Purple Belt

Jennifer Rayka Purple Belt

Kyle Tate Pro Yellow Belt

Ron E. Pfeiffer Green Belt

Jimmy Ring Pro Orange Belt

Mitchell Stedman Green Belt

Alex Mueller Purple Belt

Kyle Janikowski Green Belt

Katja Maennel White Belt

Mason Nevoraski Orange Belt

Amy Tornow 1^st Dg. Brown Belt

Kurt Zitta Purple Belt

Peggy Stopple 1^st Dg. Brown Belt

Richard Li Pro Blue Belt

Andrea Scheinder Blue Belt

Elliot Lewandowski Orange Belt

Ethan Lewandowski Orange Belt

Anthony Thompson Orange Belt

Students are reminded that promotion in not automatic, members should read the News Page or email Coach Pfeiffer with questions. Anyone that should be on this list and isn’t email wi_ron@yahoo.com.

REMINDER; Register Now for Karate Kamp June 17^th 18^th & 19^th 2005 @Wisconsin Dells!!!!

Recently promoted Black Belt Bill Torres has been a student of DK for quite some time before we started our new web site. Here is his message after receiving his promotion and my request for something for the Slayer.

Coach,

Again as you can see, there are some differences, but this is one of the reasons I am studying the Dragon Kenpo Methods, and also try to instill this upon my Black Belts. Basically one needs to know there is no one perfect system or style, but what one does with the system or style that they are learning.

I would like to give a brief background on myself and my Club.

I started Karate when I was 10. I received my 1st Dg. Black Belt from my first instructor at 13, then joined a more traditional school, that was teaching Isshinryu, I stayed with this through High School reaching Brown Belt. My first instructor had promoted me to 2nd Dg. Black Belt by this time.

After High school I joined the Army Reserves, and had many Instructors of various Skills, but came across the Depasquale's here in north jersey, There was my introduction to Ju-Jutsu, this was around 1989. From this my first instructor moved to Fla. but had created a group called Karate Schools of America, so those working Independently could further their rank. With the influences of Ju-Jutsu Master Kyle promoted me to 3rd Dg. Black Belt. Around 1991 I came across Kenpo in General and found it different from what I was doing, but without giving up on my root foundation, I started to study Kenpo methods, upon learning of Dragon Kenpo, I bought into the Video Series, but only got to the 3rd Dg. Brown Belt, when they shut down. Then a few years later. I met up with Coach Pfeiffer online, and resumed my Dragon Kenpo Studies, where I found that with the 1 to 1 contact either by phone or E-mail, was a big improvement on understanding the material that I was doing. Since this time I have also started a course on what I call Modern Kenpo Karate, which has influences from the White Dragon Kenpo, from the past Al Farnsworth. Which I have reach 1st Dg. Black Belt in.

I started my club in 1991 at first teaching a group of kids at the local 4H, then moving to paying members in my friends local garage. within a couple of years I rented a suite in a building giving me access to the common area, that we use at night. we have about a dozen or so members at any given time, some more, some less, depending on the time of year. I work full time as an EMT at JFK Medical Center in Edison NJ, as well as Volunteer with my local Rescue Squad. I like the more personal contact I have with my students in a smaller class setting.

To Date the following ranks attained

The System in which I have founded is called

SHI-STAR SELF DEFENSE- the styles that fall under that

1) American Karate- 6th Dg. Black Belt, Mar. 2003

2) Combat Karate- 1st Dg. Black Belt, Apr. 2004

3) Combat Ju-Jutsu- 1st Dg. Black Belt, Apr. 2004

4) Combat Aikido- 1st Dg. Black Belt, Apr. 2004 #2,#3,#4 was attained as Combined Combat KaraKidoJutsu.

5) Dragon Kenpo- 1st Dg. Black Belt, Mar. 2005

6) Modern Kenpo- 1st Dg. Black Belt, Mar. 2005

7) American Stick Fighting- 1st Dg. Black Belt, Mar. 2005

8) Renzoku Jiu-Jitsu- Green Belt, Apr. 2002

9) American Ninpo Taijutsu- Working on my Yellow Belt 9th KYU, test date Jun. 2005

This is the 9 Styles that make up the Shi-Star Self Defense System.

As a Student one learns American Karate which is a blend of Okinawin Karate, Ju-Jutsu, and Kenpo.

When a student reaches Black Belt, we then teach them, Dragon Kenpo, Combat Ju-Jutsu, Combat Karate, and Combat Aikido. This takes them to 5th Dg. Black Belt, at which time the student including myself, learns Modern Kenpo, and Renzouku Jiu-Jitsu. The Stick Fighting and Ninpo Taijutsu class are separate classes and not required ranking classes, but are separate.

Also member of, or past member of:

International Dragon Kenpo Assoc.

United States Combat Martial Arts Assoc.

International Federation of Ju Jutsuans

International Bujinkan Dojo Assoc.

American Martial Arts Org.

Shintai Ryu Martial Arts Assoc.

I hope to have a long and wonderful time working with the World Dragon Kenpo Group.

Our Club can be found at. Middlesex American Karate www.hometown.aol.com/mdlsxkarate

Many of our members have extensive martial arts backgrounds which we will feature in future issues. RP

GREAT JOB EVERYONE! April 2^nd Members of the Geneva Lakes Family YMCA Self Defense Club participated the the "Y’s" Healthly Kids Day. By using demonstrations of our training we helped support an important Community Event and raised the awarness and interest in our art of Dragon Kenpo. My personal thanks to all attending members. You have earned your "demo team" patch!

They that have power to hurt and will do none,
That do not do the thing they most do show,
Who, moving others, are themselves as stone,
Unmoved, cold, and to temptation slow,

They rightly do inherit heaven's graces
And husband nature's riches from expense;
They are the lords and owners of their faces,
Others but stewards of their excellence.

The summer's flower is to the summer sweet,
Though to itself it only live and die,
But if that flower with base infection meet,
The basest weed outbraves his dignity:

For sweetest things turn sourest by their deeds;
Lilies that fester smell far worse than weeds.

Shakespeare

Learn about having your training group Sanctioned by WDK. New WDK Patches are now available through our online store. Click the link on the News page for WDK Booster Stuff!

The E-Zine Slayers News is a World Dragon Kenpo publication.

Opinions expressed belong to the writers.

My name is Ralph Trejo, I reside in Corpus Christi Texas. I hold a samdan 3rd rank in the art of TaeKwonDo. I have also trained extensively in hand to hand combat. I taught (for free) a little over 7 years at a local recreation center, Unfortunately, due to working circumstances, I have been un able to teach for the past 2 years. However, I have moved into a career in teaching and find ample time to re conduct my teachings. I am impressed with the Virtual Dragon Kempo training system.
I look forward to the instruction of Mr. Pfeiffer, he truly is a
pioneer. Good luck to all students, I am honored to be a part of your organization. Namaste, Ralph Trejo

Thanks for the thumbs up Ralph. Although a number of our members are new to self defense many are black belts with real goals and drive. We'll do our part to work towards continuous improvement for all our members, just one of our GOALS.

RETURN TO DRAGONKENPO.US

Dragon Kenpo Instructors and Associates

Add my link to this site!

"The DragonKenpo.us website has proven to be invaluable as a reference tool.I spend a great deal of time studying Kenpo and putting my thoughts to paper. When I reach a point where I need a refresher on how to perform the techniques without variation, your site provides that insight at a click of a button. I look forward to seeing what the future holds for Dragon Kenpo and believe that you and your program will play an integral role in that future. Thanks for staying true to the principles of Dragon Kenpo and being a role model that others can and should follow."

Doug Turner 3rd Dg. Black Belt

Doug is a proponent and certified instructor of Dragon Kenpo and holds the important post of “IDKA WebMaster“. Visit his new site at www.motionkenpo.info Contact Mr. Turner at DTurnerJr@motionkenpo.info

January 2005
Slayer News
About Dragon Kenpo Karate

Let me and everyone here at DragonKenpo.US Welcome all our
members, including our newest, back for a Great 2005!
Dragon Kenpo Karate is enjoying a HUGH surge in popularity
as evidenced by the dedication of our student/instuctors.
Visit the home page at www.dragonkenpo.us about>instructors
to see some of the "who's who" for our school.
Anyone who belongs on this list and isn't should email
Coach Pfeiffer.

Local Notes
Parents and Adult Students are encouraged to participate
to the lifesaving CPR/AED training. These Automatic Electonic Defibulator devises
are everywhere. Ask about signing up today!
Show your support for your self defense training by becoming a
student/instuctor member of of your schools online program.
Register yourself or your child at the bottom of the main page for updates and info.
Local Students are to meet at 6pm on Wednesday, January 12 give a demonstration
at the monthly meeting of the Eagle Lioness Club. We will be meeting at
the Y and carpooling to Eagle.
Regular classes will still be held for those not going to the demo.

The following local and distance learning students received promotion in Dec:
Deakon Boggs    Blue w/stripe
Elliot Lewandowski    Orange w/stripe
Ethan Lewandowski    Orange w/stripe
Hank Lewandowski    Purple
LJ Jacobsen    Purple w/stripe
Richard Li    Purple
Alexander Kulik    Blue w/stripe
Ron E. Pfeiffer    Green w/stripe
Kyle Janikowski    Green w/stripe
Michell Stedman    Green w/stripe
Joey Chambers    Green w/stripe
Kurt Zitta    Purple w/stripe
Alexander James Mueller    Purple w/stripe
Mason Nevoraski    Orange w/stripe
Jacob Skinner    Yellow
Benjamin Lewis    Yellow
Wyatt T. Starck    Yellow
Jimmy Ring    Yellow
Maegan Caudhill    Yellow
Marissa Caudhill    Yellow
Katy Kanelos    Yellow w/stripe
Matthew Jahns    Yellow w/stripe
Andrea Schneider    Blue w/stripe
Fred DiUlus    Yellow
Jacob Patus    Blue
Jim Patus    Blue
Jan '05 Nicholas Fletcher Yellow

1st Quarter Exams are schedualed for Mar 12th.

Very Important!!
Student/Instructor and Registered Members are encouraged to update addresses
and other information in their profiles. You may also upload/update your photo.
We plan on sending invitations to all members concerning our annual fall banquet.

We collected about $800 in gifts and gift cards for our Christmas Families.
Special thanks to Chris Miller, Ken Hansen, Audrey Pfeiffer and Jeff Hansen
for their pivitol work on this project. Thanks also to a number of persons
who matched my $20 to ensure that we got more than everything that was on
the wish listed provided by Love Inc.

If ever I acquire wisdom I suppose I shall be
wise enough to know what to do with it.

W. Somerset Maugham

From New York to California DragonKenpo.US has members from coast to coast
and many states in between. You should be proud of your part of one of the
fastest growing online programs in the martial arts. An Instructor list
is being formed of those interested in assisting in the development of Dragon
Kenpo Online as an accredited Bachelors of Martial Art Degree Program.
This is just in the discussion stages so stay tuned.

All members are reminded to contact Coach Pfeiffer for promotion or change in status.

Dec 6th 2004

Slayer News About Dragon Kenpo

Welcome to the Chrismas Edition. Student members are reminded to contact Coach Pfeiffer
concerning matters of promotion, assistant instructor status etc... We are a diverse group here at
DragonKenpo.US. with experience in every range. Before too long we will be offering
video clip training tips and other material from our associated instructors.

Instructor members who haven't yet emailed the contact info to appear on the Instructors page should send it shortly, thanks.

Congrats Bill Torres new 1st Degree Brown Belt. Bill is a 6th Dg. Black Belt
in the art of karate and has been involved with the martial arts for just over 25 yrs.
In Bills message below he refers to the now defuct DKKA of which we were both members.

Mdlsxkarate@aol.com wrote:
Hello again Ron,

In regards to my past studies with the Dragon Kenpo, Using the Videos I at first
felt somwhat limited. But since Studying the System through you, I feel that I am
getting more out of the program than I first did.
Speeking as a Black Belt Instructor already, I understand how important it is to
get what you are trying to teach across to those studying the tapes. The fact that
you have open communication with members helps alot. I really feel that Dragon Kenpo
has helped me to diversify my system as a whole, as I make Dragon Kenpo one of the
requirements for my Black Belts. This helps for them to learn a variety of skills
and alternatives in their Self-Defense. And again this can be seen with the styles
we incorporate at my web site.
hometown.aol.com/mdlsxkarate
If there is anything more I can help with or add to, please let me know..
Bill Torres

To be happy: Don't do whatever you like; Like whatever you do.

source unknown

CPR/AED
I would like to encourage all of our associated members to give high consideration to
having your students who are teaching or assisting with classes trained in first aid/CPR
Members of the Black Belt Club and our Parent Assistants are invited to register
for our annual CPR/AED training. The training will be conducted by Hank Lewandowski.
Hank is a local firefighter and has volunteered to conduct the training this year.
Additionally Hank and his sons are enrolled in the YMCA's self defense classes and
with DragonKenpo.US online.

This Suggestion Box Entry question was sent in without a name or return email. If in the
future you would like to get a personal response please attach your name to the message. :)

"Is there anyway someone with a Karate background promote faster to have
the ability to view more techniques?"

Yes. Some of our students who hold black belts in other styles have been involved in
Advanced Placement. Members of high rank (such as Bill above) who would like
to disscuss tailoring the program need only contact Coach Pfeiffer for more
information usually discussions are by phone. Persons qualifiying for advanced
placement to yellow belt usually have at least 1yr. previous training.

coach Ron,
I have just read in the slayer news that rank can be achieved faster by
sending in a video with a fee? I was wondering if you could send me
some
info on this, like how the video should look like, do the techniqes
need to
be explained? Not that im ready, just curious.
thanks

Answer,
Yes, if you choose to send in a video tape of your demonstsration
of the techniques for promotion to the next level with an exam fee
of $20 you get your work graded and receive a full size, signed
certificate of rank. Show your practice with several partners
and receive Assistant Instructor Status. The video exam should
show you demonstrating each technique a number of times from at
least two angles (i.e. from front and side).
Email your intention to test after at least 30 days time in
grade and we'll proceed from there. Since you can access your
instructor daily not just 2 or 3 time a week it's possible for
some to advance more quickly.

Wisconsin Dragon Kenpo in working to develop an excellent online/offline school
has been granted a lifetime membership in the United States Martial Arts
Association. The USMA is organized by O-Sensei Phil Porter.

The USMA mission statement closely matches the goals of DragonKenpo.US and
our self Defense Club. Our goals would expand on the idea in that we live in
a much smaller world than the one in which the parent org (USJI) of the USMA did.
The goals of Development and Growth in the martial arts are a force for good
not only in our country but around the world.

The Black Belt Club of the Geneva Lakes Family YMCA in cooperation with our Students
and Parent Partners are participating in Love Inc. Adopt a Family Christmas Program.
Items need to be brought to the YMCA Dec 11th for collection during our exams.
This worthly holiday program provides gifts of new clothes, toys, food and other
needed items to many families with minor children in our area.
Contact Ken Hansen or Chris Miller or any Black Belt Club member about this
important work. Giving is what makes Christmas such a miraculous time of year.
Have a Blessed Holiday Season.

Reminder;
We are going on tour on Wednesday, January 12, 2005.
Our club has been invited to give a demonstration at the monthly meeting of
the Eagle Lioness Club. The meeting starts at 7:00. We will be meeting at
the Y and carpooling to Eagle. (directions will be given out at a later date)
Please let Coach Pfeiffer or Mrs. Stopple know if you will be able to attend.

Reminder;
Online members should review their credit card statement to ensure correct billing.
Update addresses and other information. We plan on sending invitations to all
members concerning our annual fall banquet.

Sept 21st '04 After sending the newsletter I've tried to correct the many spelling errors... oops. I really need to have a talk with the editor.

Hi Everyone,
Since we don't yet have a name for our newletter, and until our contest to find a name (You didn't know? Contact the Coach) is over welcome to;

ABOUT DRAGON KENPO

Send your naming suggestions to wi_ron@yahoo.com

Our Exams and Banquet on Sept 25 is all set to go! Dragon Kenpo students, parents and assistant instructors have all been preparing for a day of testing, fun and food (It's a Pig Roast!!).

About 30 students total are registered for testing including makeup exams and retakes. Black Belt Candidates will report at their schedualed times on friday. Candidates will present themselves for about 1hr of testing and will need to bring a copy of their first aid certification, 500 word essay and three ring binder with notes.

All other students will report for check-in and warmup at 9 am Sat. with exams to follow. Make-up exams and retakes will be held the following friday beginning at 6pm.

Three types of members receive these messages, they are;

1. Registered Members. Everyone's in this first group, it's where some people stay for awhile to see if this is The Real Deal and where some just want to show their support (thanks sis) for our project. Registered Members may email wi_ron@yahoo.com for information on receiving our new DragonKenpo.US Registered Member Certificate. Although you don't need to hold rank in a martial art to be a Registered Member those of you who have certificates of rank in Dragon Kenpo or another style and submit a certificate of rank will have that achievement recognized. Contact Coach Pfeiffer to become a Student/Instructor Member of DragonKenpo.US.

2. Local Students. Since DragonKenpo.US is our main resource for students and instructors not at class, being registered keeps members and their families (usually Mom) appraised of what's going on. Local Students can also be in the next group.

3. Student/Instructor Members. Members receive a Certificate of Enrollment which is printed out from the Awards link in the members area. These local/distance learning members receive the highest level of access to DragonKenpo.US's growing list of techniques and training clips in addition to email and phone consultation. Promotion and advancement for distance color belts may be accomplished in either of two ways. First after completing 90 days time in rank a color belt may request upgrade to the next rank. There would be no test fee however the student could order a current certificate of rank if they wish. Alternatively, students who wish to progress faster may submit a video exam with the $20 (2005) Exam Fee. Student members as well as our Instructors and Registered Members are invited to submit video for inclusion in our collection. All Black Belt/ Instructor promotions will be done in person if possible or by video if needed. Candidates contact Coach Pfeiffer well in advance so they will be prepared for success.
Important Note. Student/Instructor Members who are not able to access the correct video training for their rank level need to email Coach Pfeiffer at wi_ron@yahoo.com, it takes about 2 minutes to fix. Also we now have more room on the notes page in the members area. We can all thank Black Belt Randy Hall from TX for his request and our programmers for their quick action. Those who've had trouble signing up can email support@championsway.com, Robert's our guy for trouble shooting. He's said that some persons computer settings might have to be adjusted for proper but still secure use.

Submit, current events, comments, questions and opinions for inclusion in
"ABOUT DRAGON KENPO"

Our thought's and prayer's are with our freinds and associates on the Gulf Coast and Florida during this tough time.

Instructor Ron Pfeiffer

As Rodney Lacey is fond of saying "You only get out of something what you put in. Detrimine today to do better than yesterday."

The quality of life is determined by its activities.

Aristotle

We continue to add clips (brown levels) and improve the functionality of DragonKenpo.US. The following is a number of comments from parents and students. I would like to thank them for their thoughts.

If you are looking for self-improvement ideas, I highly recommend training in the Wisconsin Dragon Kenpo System. I have achieved levels of fitness, strength, focus and self-confidence through my training that I would have never imagined possible. I encouraged my son to train so he could have an opportunity to develop these qualities at a young age which will benefit him as he matures into a young man.

The karate classes serve the help our son with focus and body coordinating. It is also fun.

Working out together has created a stronger bond between myself and my son. We both have found new respect and understanding of each other. I highly recommend the classes.

My son has been in karate for one year. When he started, he had trouble focusing and concentrating in school. Now a year later he has improved a lot. His teacher has make the comment that he has much better focus and is very pleased.

Karate has given Mitchell a sence of confidence that he never had before. He is now able to work through situations that frustrated him without losing his composure. He has really taken to heart "self-control." Mitchell takes karate seriously and it has become an important part of his life.

Our two boys have benefitted from karate in different ways. Joseph, our athlete, has gained in strength, quickness and balance. Jamie, our non-athlete, has certainly also gained in strength, but more importantly karate has improved his self discipline and sense of self-worth. We parents are especially appreciative of Mr. Pfeiffer’s emphasis on responsibility, and insistence that the boys be contributing members of the family.

Alex enjoys karate & has really worked hard to get to his probationary purple. As a parent, I like the commitment this program has made towards pride in our country through respect to our flag. I also like the emphasis placed on family & education.

My daughter and I have enjoyed taking karate classes together over the past year. I enjoy having an activity we can work on together. I know we both have benefitted physically and mentally from the experience. Mr. Pfeiffer and co-teachers do an excellent job and I look forward to continuing karate in the future.

July 25th 2004

Hi Everyone,

First let me thank those of you new students and Black Belts who have already taken advantage of our Dragñon Kenpo Karate Student/Instructor membership. (Use the “promotion code” newstudent for a discount) This is our school so continuous improve will be one of our goals. Meeting the needs of our students through open communications and recognition of effort will also be a trademark of DragonKenpo.US. Black Belts who would like information about getting their rank recognized or are under ranked should email their request to wi_ron@yahoo.com

There are currently over 70 video clips uploaded and more will be uploaded weekly. Intro clips for White Belts studying for Yellow will be uploaded soon to include a warmup from a live class and other training tips for home study.

Be sure to check the news and photo links if you havn't already. Our news link is where we will try to keep everyone up to date.

Those who will be attending the Annual Dragon Kenpo Exams and Conference Sept 25th in Lake Geneva WI need to make their plans! The Black Belt Club us planning a Boat Cruise of the historic Lake Geneva schedualed for midmorning friday.

Once again, thanks everyone for your support of our online inititive,

Sincerely, Coach Ron Pfeiffer

MOBILE DRAGON KENPO NEWS

Below is a pic from Tim Mai's Beginners Class at Shaw High School.  Keep up the good work!!

Congratulations on these recent promotions;

Diane Havens-Owens Yellow Belt

Caleb Hall                  Purple Belt

Chris Jones                 Purple Belt

Jonathan Atkins          Orange Belt

For lesson times and locations contact Tim at pretzeldude2@yahoo.com

MOBILE DRAGON KENPO



Jul,08,04
New Online Training Program
Hi Everyone,

The Promotional Discount Code for those of you who will be signing up for our virtual training is available by request at wi_ron@yahoo.com. It's good for a over 50% reduction on the first month DragonKenpo.US virtual membership. This is just the beginning and I've been learning alot about running our new online program. Email me with your questions or if you have problems navigating the member area. Soon we'll have t-shirts, uniforms, patches, certificate request forms for instructors, promotion request forms for testing local and distance students, rank certificate request forms for distance students, and lesson tapes available through the online store.

Any comments or questions are welcome. With your help we'll make this the best Online Self Defense Program ever!

Sincerely, Coach Pfeiffer 262-903-7012

All the kids and some of the adults in the picture above testing for rank and/or participated in demonstrations.

6/4/04 Those of you waiting on the virtual training will be glad to know that about 60 clips have been uploaded and very soon we will have our Grand Opening!

If you know someone who's testing for rank promotion be sure to encourage their best effort. Offer to review techniques or hold a target for striking practice. Show up early and be prepared for a day of fun and a good workout!

Our next exam for local students is Sept 25th beginning with a warm-up at 9:00am. It will be held at the Geneva Lakes YMCA. Check with a member of the Blackbelt Club for more information via email Email Coach Pfeiffer

DragonKenpo.US and Wisconsin Dragon Kenpo are pleased to announce that we will once again be hosting a Dragon Kenpo Get Together in Sept here in Beautiful Lake Geneva WI. There will be student testing in the morning followed by demonstrations and a water karate workout. Student promotions, awards and talks by various guests will conclude the evening after dinner. Contact our B.C. for reservations.

The Grand Opening of www.DragonKenpo.US , continuing the proud tradition in modern style. 7/2004

Hurricane Katrina - Help Support the Relief Effort: Page down for the News and Parent/Student comments!

Hurricane Katrina - Help Support the Relief Effort:

Page down for the News and Parent/Student comments!

Thanks for the thumbs up Ralph. Although a number of our members are new to self defense many are black belts with real goals and drive. We'll do our part to work towards continuous improvement for all our members, just one of our GOALS.

RETURN TO DRAGONKENPO.US

Dragon Kenpo Instructors and Associates

Add my link to this site!

Feb 2005

Slayer News

About Dragon Kenpo

Here’s a tip for printing awards and certificates, select the smaller text size (view) in your browser window so the page formats properly.

In another important announcement we have several members under scholarship in our program. There is no reason for a person to be unable to access the lessons if the circumstances make the tuition cost out of reach.

If you feel you qualify for reduced cost/no cost scholarship with our school or know of someone who does contact us.

SHOW PEOPLE WHAT YOU DO

We recently received a thank you note from a group for whom we demonstrated some self defense, it reads as follows;

Thanks to the students who participated in the demo and helped eat the many different desserts! See Coach Pfeiffer for your demo team patch.

SCHEDULE THIS

CPR/AED Adult and Infant w/Basic First Aid review Feb 26th 9:30am Tumbling Rm.

All members should consider the importance of CPR/First Aid training, these life saving skills are too important. Make sure you and instructors, your staff are prepared for a real emergency.

1st Quarter Exams March 12th 10am Small Gym at the "Y"

Karate Family Kamp June 17th-19th WI Dells Mirror Lake State Park 2 group sites

3rd Quarter Annual 2005 Dragon Kenpo Exams and Banquet Sept 9-10 email for hotel info

4th Quarter Exams Dec 10th 10am

DRAGONKENPO.US Q&A

A special welcome to Steve Amoia. With his permission in this newsletter we've included some of his questions and comments.

Q. Would I be able to access the online techniques via a basic dial-up connection? I was able to view your great demonstration with the Styx...

A. Thanks Steve, and yes it works with dial up. Use the download time to practice, warmup or writing in your training log.

Q. Also, about how much time do you prefer for the student to spend in a belt level before exposure to the next series of techniques?

A. Good question! Each students needs are different. For new martial artists 90 days time in rank is the norm. Here at our local school exams are held quarterly and all are invited. Experienced members are given due consideration.

I am honored to be a part of your program, and looking forward to resume my study of the art of Dragon Kenpo.

Once Again, Welcome to your new school Steve!

Also Steve has recommended BRUCE LEE - Jeet Kun Do site which has 18 pages of Bruce Lees writings.

A warrior may choose pacifism. Others are condemned to it.

Unknown

OTHER NEWS

Contact myself or Doug Turner for more information on this latest development!

We currently have active Directors of Dragon Kenpo Karate in;

West Virginia, Kansas, New Jersey, Wisconsin

United Kingdom, Virginia,

If someone you know should be receiving the Slayers News forward it to them or tell them to request their's today.

Very Important!!(two exclamations, must be real important)

Student/Instructor and Registered Members are encouraged to update addresses and other information by emailing Coach Pfeiffer. You may also send in your photo.

We plan on sending invitations to all members concerning our annual fall banquet.

It is no more likely that I should be right in nearly all respects than that I should toss up a penny and get heads twenty times running.

Charles Darwin

wi_ron@yahoo.com www.dragonkenpo.us

Doug Turner 3rd Dg. Black Belt

Doug is a proponent and certified instructor of Dragon Kenpo and holds the important post of “IDKA WebMaster“. Visit his new site at www.motionkenpo.info Contact Mr. Turner at DTurnerJr@motionkenpo.info

January 2005Slayer NewsAbout Dragon Kenpo Karate

1st Quarter Exams are schedualed for Mar 12th.

Very Important!!Student/Instructor and Registered Members are encouraged to update addresses and other information in their profiles. You may also upload/update your photo.We plan on sending invitations to all members concerning our annual fall banquet.

If ever I acquire wisdom I suppose I shall be wise enough to know what to do with it.

W. Somerset Maugham

All members are reminded to contact Coach Pfeiffer for promotion or change in status.

Dec 6th 2004

Slayer News About Dragon Kenpo

Instructor members who haven't yet emailed the contact info to appear on the Instructors page should send it shortly, thanks.

Congrats Bill Torres new 1st Degree Brown Belt. Bill is a 6th Dg. Black Belt in the art of karate and has been involved with the martial arts for just over 25 yrs. In Bills message below he refers to the now defuct DKKA of which we were both members.

Mdlsxkarate@aol.com wrote:Hello again Ron,

To be happy: Don't do whatever you like; Like whatever you do.

source unknown

This Suggestion Box Entry question was sent in without a name or return email. If in the future you would like to get a personal response please attach your name to the message. :)

"Is there anyway someone with a Karate background promote faster to have the ability to view more techniques?"

coach Ron,I have just read in the slayer news that rank can be achieved faster by sending in a video with a fee? I was wondering if you could send me some info on this, like how the video should look like, do the techniqes need to be explained? Not that im ready, just curious.thanks

Wisconsin Dragon Kenpo in working to develop an excellent online/offline school has been granted a lifetime membership in the United States Martial Arts Association. The USMA is organized by O-Sensei Phil Porter.

Reminder;Online members should review their credit card statement to ensure correct billing.Update addresses and other information. We plan on sending invitations to allmembers concerning our annual fall banquet.