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Guest : Michael Gray
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How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
Comments: I am a practitioner of the martial arts with a varied background starting with Moo Duk Kwan, From James Roberts, Jr. in the D.C. area in '69-'70, (he was a third dan at 17 yrs old in '69,and was the top rated tournament competitor in Katas in the early 70's. I actually dated his sister who was a first dan in 7th grade) continuing with Roger Carpenter's school in Wichita, Ks. as well as competitive wrestling in high school, and jr golden gloves boxing in southern Cal with Bingham's Raiders, The #1 amateur team in early 70's. I have always thought that the serious martial artist needs to be versatile, and not limited to one style. I feel submissions are just as, if not more effective than knockout blows in a self defense situation where it is one on one but is obviously limiting in situations where there are several assailants. (I also ran the 100 and the 440 relay in high school which is sometimes the best defense of all!) Any views on the competitions such as the UFC etc? They are proving what I have known for years that grapplers have the distinct advantage in a one on one situation, but so what? If I can out run you or better still out shoot you then whats the point? Are these tournaments good for martial arts or do they lessen the truthfulness of the fact that a practitioner with the discipline, skill and training of say James could simply kill the assailant quickly. (James never believed in tournament sparring or full contact because it bypassed that point exactly. He never taught us to pull punches!) I think maybe it is adding a level of violence to the mainstream of our society that our children are being heavily influenced by. My point is driven home by a recent poll at an elementary school, when the children were asked who there favorite athlete was, the top two or three were WWF wrestlers! Steve Austin? who?
Tucson, AZ USA - Monday, August 31, 1998 at 20:29:00 (EDT)

Guest : Michael Gray
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How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
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Tucson, AZ USA - Monday, August 31, 1998 at 19:43:12 (EDT)

Guest : Nick Woodruff
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How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
Comments: Hi I am relatively new to martial arts (I practiced Tai Kwon Do in high school for a couple of years but that is about it). I am interested in getting back into it. Do you have any suggestions on which style to practice first? Is one better than another (or just different)? Since there are so many styles out there from Muay Thai to Akido I was wondering if you could give me some direction. I have been leaning in the direction of Shotokan or general "kickboxing". My goals are to: incr flexibility (I am somewhat of a bodybuilder and have grown inflexible over the yrs) Self defense incr Discipline and control of the mind lastly, in general, become a badass Any insight you could provide would be greatly appreciated. Also, are there any good websites out there that explain / identify the benefits and strategies of each style? Thanks
Austin, TX USA - Monday, August 31, 1998 at 14:01:56 (EDT)

Guest : REVEREND SHI FU STEPHEN PEKULAR
Home Page: N/A
How did you find TMAN?: Net Search
Comments: I am a teacher of a rare martial art which teaches how to generate chi power, and produce unbelievable power, to demonstrate the power I was taught to break coconuts with the open palm strike, There are different levels to this art. Each step produces more power than the last! My techer is Grand Master James Patrick Lacy 7th generation inherited Jung Shee . My teacher says: If you cannot hit hard you do not have the ultimate Iron Palm.
HOMESTEAD, PA USA - Sunday, August 30, 1998 at 23:39:29 (EDT)

Guest : Michael Hubbard
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How did you find TMAN?: Net Search
Comments: Great page. My oldest son and myself have been practicing Tang soo Do for the past year and just can't get enough.
Hartselle, AL USA - Sunday, August 30, 1998 at 22:46:03 (EDT)

Guest : Jeff Denny
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How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
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Brandon, MS USA - Sunday, August 30, 1998 at 20:47:53 (EDT)

Guest : Bill Nunez
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How did you find TMAN?: Word of Mouth
Comments: Greetings!!! I wish to thank all the participants and Master R. Tromontano for inviting Pines Karate School at his tournament. All the students who went were happy to walk away with throphies in their hands, and victories in their hearts. We have learned alot from the experience also we have made new friends. P.S. To 3rd Dan Phil Culver for continuing the standards of judging and the Spirit of what Tang Soo Do really is.
Pembroke Pines, Fl USA - Sunday, August 30, 1998 at 16:39:25 (EDT)

Guest : A. L. De Armond
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How did you find TMAN?: Net Search
Comments: Nice site! I enjoyed my visit!
Ft. Myers, FL USA - Sunday, August 30, 1998 at 16:21:50 (EDT)

Guest : D
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How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
Comments: I think a Martial Arts Cable channel is EXACTLY what is missing today. EXCELLENT idea! I can't wait!
PA USA - Saturday, August 29, 1998 at 18:58:11 (EDT)

Guest : Cosmo Rusch
Home Page: Pai Lum Kung Fu & Tai Chi
How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
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Titusville, Fl USA - Saturday, August 29, 1998 at 08:50:26 (EDT)

Guest : David P. Bilodeau
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How did you find TMAN?: Word of Mouth
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Auburn, Me. USA - Friday, August 28, 1998 at 18:24:33 (EDT)

Guest : STACEY PEREZ CULPEPPER
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How did you find TMAN?: Net Search
Comments: MY SA-BOM HAD TOLD ME ABOUT MASTER.TRAMONTANO'S WEB SITE I AM A 4TH GUP AT PINES KARATE IN SOUTH FLA I'M LOOKING FORWARD TO MEETING NEW PEOPLE AND LEARNING NEW THINGS AT OUR MEETING ON AUGS 29.98 GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE THERE STOP BY AND SAY HELLO U CANT MISS ME 310LBS 6FT3 .... TANG SO!
MIRAMAR , FL USA - Friday, August 28, 1998 at 18:02:20 (EDT)

Guest: Jackie Johnson
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How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
Comments: Looking for a Martial Arts form that is for me. I recently took classes for two years at the Illinois Quest Center and decided that the form of Ninjitsu while very interesting and exciting was to passive for me. Currently I have left the school for the above reason, but also to let my knee heal. I hope to find something by January 1999 that I am interested in. I do not have an e-mail address that can be used, but if someone can mail me something I would appreciate it. Please mail to 1221 Cambia Dr. Apt. 1207 Schaumburg, Il 60193 Jackie Johnson
Schaumburg, IL USA - Friday, August 28, 1998 at 11:13:22 (EDT)

Guest : prof. Ramiro J Long
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How did you find TMAN?: Just lucky, I guess
Comments: Hi there, I am the current national president of the American Teachers Association of America. (ATAMA) I am always looking for places and people that share the same interest in the martial arts that I have. I am a firm believer in sharring knowledge with other styles and disiplines. Just in the short time I have visited your site, I feel I could benefit, as well as share with others. I'm a little fed up with the so called "martial arts chat rooms" There is no respect, and the constant swearing, and name calling is not my idea of meeting people. So there, I've said it all. I am interested in becoming a member, I am about to go to that now.
Redwood City, Ca USA - Thursday, August 27, 1998 at 17:14:08 (EDT)

Guest : JASMINE N. MOORE
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How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
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PALM COAST, FL USA - Thursday, August 27, 1998 at 13:25:13 (EDT)

Guest : Richard F. Costello
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How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
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Orlando, FL USA - Thursday, August 27, 1998 at 12:57:52 (EDT)

Guest : Britt Gordon
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How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
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Tacoma, WA USA - Thursday, August 27, 1998 at 01:03:57 (EDT)

Guest : Ron Valli
Home Page: The Martial Arts Network On-Line
How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
Comments: This is a test.
Boca Raton, FL USA - Wednesday, August 26, 1998 at 21:07:42 (EDT)

Guest : W.J.Menzies
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How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
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San Diego, ca USA - Wednesday, August 26, 1998 at 19:21:10 (EDT)

Guest : Pete Rivera
Home Page: Tiger Tkd
How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
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Chesterton, IN USA - Sunday, August 16, 1998 at 15:39:29 (EDT)

Guest : Brandon
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How did you find TMAN?: Yahoo!
Comments: Good luck on your website. New at martial arts and it's the toughest sport I've tried. Usually can beat people in other sports with out practicing. Now I know what discipline it takes.
houston, Tx USA - Sunday, August 16, 1998 at 13:11:16 (EDT)

Guest : Steve Salkof
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How did you find TMAN?: A link from another martial arts pages
Comments: Interesting information! Informative and up to date! I am especially interested in Taiji news. My better half is a 3rd Dan in Tang Soo Do. We practice in the Overbrook Park area of Philadelphia. Thanks for this site. Keep up the great work!
Havertown, pa USA - Sunday, August 16, 1998 at 10:18:03 (EDT)

Guest : cute girl
Home Page: My wonderful site
How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
Comments: Well down
Australia - Saturday, August 15, 1998 at 19:47:57 (EDT)

Guest : cute girl
Home Page: My wonderful site
How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
Comments: Well down
Australia, USA - Saturday, August 15, 1998 at 19:34:42 (EDT)

Guest: Chris Lucus
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How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
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Hobart, Ok USA - Saturday, August 15, 1998 at 18:14:46 (EDT)

Guest : Michael Mundt
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How did you find TMAN?: Just Surfed On In!
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Rapid City, SD USA - Saturday, August 15, 1998 at 11:20:21 (EDT)

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