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Congratulations
Master Trudgill and Kyo Sa Carol Trudgill visited AK Karate during July and August, during their time there they conducted seminars on Traditional Tang Soo Do techniques such as free sparring and flying kicks. The quality of the students was excellent with each member giving 100%.The trip was rounded off with Kyo Sa Nim Gilvey attaining the rank of (Sam Dan) 3rd Degree black belt. The above certificates were presented by Master Trudgill for their outstanding contribution to the Traditional Tang Soo Do Federation and their tireless dedication in spreading Tang Soo Do.
Congratulations
Mr. David Morgan, Mr. Luke Cannon, Miss Jodie Morgan, Mr. Jay Redler, Miss Louise Howard.
Mr. Karl Weston
Congratulations to all who were awarded first and second Dan in the promotion ceremony held in the recent Grading held in the Treorchy Do Jang, September 2007.
Congratulations To Mr. Richard Hawkins who was Promoted to Second Dan on the 11th August 2007, also to Daniel Husband, Janet Edwards, Shannan Hicks, Claire Davies, Caleb Huish, Allison Davies, Sadie Thomas and Ashley Cunningham all of whom were promoted to First Dan.
From left to right Richard Hawkins, Daniel Husband, Janet Edwards, Shannan Hicks, Claire Davies, Caleb Huish, Allison Davies, Sadie Thomas, Ashley Cunningham, Master John Trudgill.
Congratulations to Miss Emily Kinsey for passing her First Dan Grading. Emily was presented her Dan Certificate in the recent Gradings held in Treorchy and Pencoed College on June 2nd 2007.
Summer Camp 2007 The most fun you can have all Summer
2007 International Championships
Master J. Trudgill. Mr. S. Richards (Grand Champion Forms), Mr. T. Heavenrich (Grand Champion Sparring) and Master D. Rexer. Saturday 12th May saw over 450 competitors compete in the 2007 Traditional Tang Soo Do Federation's International Championships in the National Indoor Athletics Centre, Cardiff, Wales. This was by far the largest Tang Soo Do tournament ever held in Wales, and probably the largest ever in the UK. There were 18 Tang Soo Do Masters in attendance from over 8 separate groups making this one of the largest ever gatherings of Senior Tang Soo Do Grades in the UK. I would like to thank everyone who made the effort to contribute to this wonderful event. As such I would like to personally thank: Master W. Williams (I.T.F.), Master B. Edmondson (T.G.I.), Master V. Thomas (B.M.A), Master David Rexer (A.T.A., U.T.C.), Master D. Powell (W.T.T.F.), Master J. Dove (T.S.D.M.D.K, GB), Master J. Fisher (A.T.M.A.), Master I. Lawes (I.T.F. Tae Kwon Do). These Ladies and Gentlemen are the Chief Instructors of their representative groups, who between them, have hundreds of years of Martial Arts experience. A special thank you to Master David Rexer who traveled with his students over 3000 miles to attend this event, and who conducted such informative and dynamic seminars for us both before and after the tournament. A note of thanks to all the T.T.F. Masters, Instructors, Dan Grades who helped ensure the smooth running of this International Championships. A final note of thanks to all the Students, parents and guardians who supported the T.T.F. in attending this unique event. Without your continual support this event would not have been possible.
John Trudgill Master John Trudgill. Traditional Tang Soo Do Federation Chief Instructor.
Some Pictures from the 2007 Tournament
Below are a couple of Group photos from the seminars Master Rexer kindly conducted for us.
March Grading 2007 On Saturday 31st March 2007 The Traditional Tang Soo Do Federation held its promotional Grading. Those testing to Red Belt and above tested in the morning at the Treorchy full time Do Jang. Those testing from White Belt to Green Belt two tags graded in the Pencoed College. We ran two grading centres purely due to the number of students who had successfully achieved the criteria to grade, we just couldn't fit everybody into the Treorchy Do Jang as we had in the past. Almost 300 students graded. This is a great achievement for each and every one who took part. We understand fully the huge commitment that taking part in Tang Soo Do entails, in both time and effort and we understand the dedication and sheer determination involved in reaching a point where your instructor believes you can progress to the next belt. Congratulations to each and every person who took part in this Grading and thank you all for making it such a huge success.
Recent Dan Promotions: March 2007 Congratulations to Miss Roisin Morgan and Mr. Simon Kinsey who after a recent Dan Testing were promoted to the Grade of First Dan in the March Grading.
Grandmaster Byrne and Master Rexer In February 2007 Master John Trudgill, Mr. Scott Richards and myself (Master Wayne Humphries) were fortunate enough to be allowed to train in America with both Grandmaster Byrne and Master David Rexer. Grandmaster Richard Byrne (pictured Centre)- 8th Dan - is the President and Founder of THE AMERICAN TANG SOO DO ASSOCIATION, The UNITED TANG SOO DO CONGRESS and Byrne's Tang Soo Do Karate Studios. He began his illustrious career in 1969 while stationed in the military in Korea. His training began with the study of Tang Soo Do at Osan Air Force Base. Not only is he a Master of the style Tang Soo Do, but also holds black belts in Shotokan and Tae Kwon Do. Grandmaster Byrne's multi-faceted martial arts background has established him as one of the most respected men in his field today and one of the major leaders of Tang Soo Do in the World.
Mr. Scott Richards, Master David Rexer, Grandmaster Richard Byrne, Master John Trudgill, Master Wayne Humphries. Boston, February 2007 Master David Rexer is a 5th degree Master in Tang Soo Do and a 2nd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do. Master Rexer is Owner and Head instructor at Rexer's Tang Soo Do Academy established in May 1995 and has over 30 years of martial arts experience. Rexer's Tang Soo Do Academy is also a member of the UNITED TANG SOO DO CONGRESS and the AMERICAN TANG SOO DO ASSOCIATION.
Master John Trudgill and Master David Rexer Endicott, New York, Feb 2007 We had a wonderful time. The welcome we were given by everyone was fantastic making us feel a part of the 'Tang Soo Do family' immediately. We learned so much in such a short time that it has taken until now to partially assimilate what was taught, and it will be a while longer until we reach any degree of proficiency with these new forms, and techniques. People kept apologizing for the weather (we had four or five feet of snow and a blizzard on arrival that closed a few interstates. one day the temperature was 11 degrees Fahrenheit about -12 degrees Celsius). Apologize? this was fantastic!!! in Wales we get two hours of wet snow a year, which melts to grey slush in an hour. This wet goo succeeds in closing the UK's Transport system (which is always surprised by the arrival of snow in winter) for a day. Four feet of snow...a blizzard...-12 c....snow that was still there and still white the following day....Bright clear blue skies over white snow fields...frozen rivers and waterfalls....Honestly guys what an experience for us making the weather one of the highlights of our trip.
Master Trudgill Taught an S.A.Q. seminar in Master Rexers Tang Soo Do Academy in Endicott, New York State which was very well attended and which seemed to enjoyed by everyone.
Thanks again for a great experience and we look forward to seeing you all in May.
Grandmaster Dominick Giacobbe
From January 25th the Traditional Tang Soo Do Federation was extremely proud to host a series of seminars conducted by Grandmaster Dominick Giacobbe. Master Giacobbe has served as special trainer to World Champion Boxers Evander Holyfield and Pernell Whitaker - Karate Instructor to the Philadelphia Eagles Football team. - Personally trained Hall of Fame Football star Reggie White. Grandmaster Giacobbe is one most respected martial arts practitioners in the world and those who were fortunate enough to attend one of the seminars could clearly understand why. Everyone had a fantastic time at the seminars and everyone learned a great deal, not just the forms and techniques that the Grandmaster taught but the depth of knowledge of those forms, their histories and origins, whether Korean, Chinese or Japanese. Children's Junior Seminar Children's Senior Belt seminar Adult Junior Seminar Adult Senior Seminar Black Belt Seminar
Recent Dan Testing: January 2007 Congratulations to Mrs. Sian Thomas who was promoted to the grade of 4th dan Master, in the recent Senior Grading held by the Traditional Tang Soo Do Federation and the Bridgend Martial Arts Academy.
Congratulations also to Mr. Geraint Jenkin who was awarded his black belt in the senior grading held on Saturday 27th January 2007.
Congratulations to everyone who took part in the recent gradings, the standard was very high, your effort and commitment in achieving that standard is both noteable and praiseworthy. Well done to all.
Seminar "How to Hit Harder and Move more Dynamically" The Instructors of the Traditional Tang Soo Do Federation™ attended an 'explosive power and dynamic movement' seminar with Mr. Tommy Thompson on Sunday 19th November 2006 . Mr. Thompson is one of the best boxing coaches in the UK and his experience is vast. The Instructors spent a number of hours working and learning from this highly experienced, world class trainer of champions; such as Prince Naseem Hamed and Johnny Nelson. Mr. Thompson promised at the end of the course we would be able to hit harder and faster and this definitely proved to be the case. We learned a great deal in a very short space of time and most importantly we had a excellent time learning. Mr. Thompson delivered an informative, absorbing and useful seminar which will not be forgotten by any who took part. None of the TTF instructors had any boxing experience. Some of us had little rhythm and found the footwork difficult (especially Masters Humphries and Collinson, strangers to the world of dance): all of us learnt a great deal.
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