November,
1998 Mailbag
Hi Sensei:
I hope this e-mail finds you and yours in good health and life going well for you. I was
reading your e-mail forum and saw an e-mail from a Rob Shivley where he asked you if the
"lost" suparinpei could really be the "mother"kata of Sesan, Sanchin,
and Sanseiru combined (or parts thereof). I'm not a Uechi Ryu practitioner, but I have
been an Okinawan Goju-Ryu practitioner for 26 years, and would like to share my opinion
with Mr. Shively.
Sesan: Is one of the oldest forms in Okinawan karate. There was a Shuri version and a Naha
version, and although they contained similiarities they were different, even in spelling
(Sesan and Seisan). The Chinese represent Sesan to mean "13 Hands", which
actually have nothing to do with "hands", but instead with the 13th level of
enlightment. 13 is a prime Chinese number representing good luck and prosperity. Others
interpret the 13 as deriving from 9+4, where as the 4 represents "walking the four
corners of earth" (north, south, west, and east), and the 9 being another prime
number in China. Sesan kata is the only kata that contains the unique stance "Sesan
dachi", which Suparinpei does not contain. Sesan is also considered by some of the
"old time Okinawans" (said respectfully) and Chinese to be the only kata one
needs to defend themselves against empty handed opponents. Quite
the compliment ah?
Sanseiru: means 36 Hands, but again has nothing to do with hands. It is derived by 6 x 6.
The first 6 is eyes, ears,nose, tongue,body, and spirit. The second 6 is color,
voice,taste,smell,touch, and justice. There is another Chinese belief that the 36 is
derived from 18 X 2, and represents the 36th level of enlightment in Buddhism. There is
also more than one "legitmate" version of Sanseiru. The "older"
version actually contains a tobi nidan
geri (double jump front kick).
Sanchin: three battles, representing mind, body, spirit. There is also more than one
version of Sanchin. The original Chinese version and Uechi Ryu version is done
open-handed, and has martial meaning. The Goju-Ryu version is done closed-handed and is a
health development exercise. There are two versions in Goju-Ryu. The long version of
Higaonna Kanryo Sensei which includes a turn, and the short version of Miyagi Sensei's
which has no
turn, and utilizes backward stepping. Even the breath of the two Goju-Ryu versions
is different. Miyagi Sensei's version utilizies slower breath, and Higaonna Sensei's
version quicker breath.
Suparinpei: Means 108 Hands, again nothing to do with hands. It is derived from 36 X 3.
There is for sure two versions of Suparinpei, and possibly three (I haven't been able to
prove or dis-prove that yet, but am still trying). The Chinese belief is the 108
represents the highest level of enlightment, which is not even of this world. In one
version of this form the Mizasuki
geri (crescent kick) is much easier to perform than in the other version, as the other and
most difficult version requires a jump and kicking the palm while in air, as you are
completing the 360 degree turn. Thus, is one reason few learned it, because it was so
difficult. As a result, and due to wanting and needing more sooner (called impatient) it
was made easier (although still difficult to perform correctly).
Summary: Is Suparinpei the mother kata? Who knows, but there are components of each of the
above kata that are not in Suparinpei, and that teach totally different principles. The
numbers also do not correlate to Suparinpei. However,it is without question that Gekisai
did not come from Suparinpei, and has no similiarities of importance. Remember, each kata
"teaches" the student "something." Gekisai was created by Miyagi
Sensei and Nagamine Sensei in 1940 and was meant to be a basic introductory kata as the
classical kata were
too difficult for beginners. In regards to Mr. Shively's statement about grappling
within the kata. The answer is "a big yes", and all of it derived from the
Chinese art of San Shou Kuai Jiao (Chinese Wrestling) which is the OLDEST form of Chinese
Martial Arts. There are tremendously effective joint locks, cavity presses, artery
pinching, muscle tearing, throwing, and choking techniques within the kata of
"traditional" Okinawan kata. Unfortunately,
few instructors teach it or know it, but be assured it's there in abundance. Suparinpei is
without doubt the highest level kata, but it is my opinion that Sesan, Sanseiru, and
Sanchin are not pieces of Suparinpei simply pulled out of the kata and shortened to form a
new kata. But hey, it's great that people are researching and forming their own opinions,
and at least looking. You can't find any answers without looking and the best place to
look is on the floor!
One teacher I've trained with whom trained in Okinawa for 11 years once told me that the
application of kata is just like the slogan of Ragu Spagetti sauce which is, "don't
worry, it's in there."
Take care Sensei and keep smiling.
Yours in Budo
Steve Wilson
Great article Steve! Hope you don't mind if I post this to our History Forum. And PLEASE, lets hear from you more often! GEM
Hi George
I finally got on line and found your web sight It is really great.I trained with you in
the Boston school back in the early 70 I am living in Vermont and training in MOdukpai
kung fu .
I hope tosee you at one of your events
Philip Boudreau
George & Susan,
I want to thank you on behalf of the Ontario contingent of the Uechi-Ryu world for your
visit and the time spent enhancing our karate studies over the past week. I am sure you're
quite exhausted and eager to catch up on your rest (...and GOLF game...).
The GRAND Opening of our Dojo was an enormous success thanks to you, Sensei Mott, our
Mayor, other dignitaries and all our students and friends. I am sure we will achieve our
goal of making the art known to more and more of the population so that they may
experience the joy that we've experienced over the years.
During the 6+ seminars at our Dojo and Sensei Mott's Dojo over the course of your stay, it
was most interesting to see how we don't need to be "hard" to exert force. Your
examples showed us that we really only need to engage different parts of our body to make
the connection with our punch, kick or block. We are looking forward to training using the
concepts presented that seem new to us now but were clarified years ago by you; including
getting rid of the habitual motions that have haunted for years like the cross-block
before the Wa-Uke that strikes the opposite arm, shoulder or chest.
We appreciate the clarification on breathing (in my mind, the most difficult concept in
Uechi-Ryu), the tips and tricks will really help us teach the students, especially new
people just starting out.
Most of all, I appreciated your openness and accessibility throughout your stay. You
denied no one an answer to any question. Susan and yourself will always be welcome in our
Dojo and I believe you have made many new Ontarian friends.
Many sincere thanks,
Daniel Portelance
UECHI KARATE ACADEMY
Susan and I had a great time as well. Pleased that everyone enjoyed the seminars. GEM
Hi George! You've probably seen a series of red and black books that John Little
has been releasing about Bruce Lee, each volume focusing on a certain aspect of his
philosophy, writings, and popularity. He has just released Volume 4, "The Art
of Expressing the Human Body". On page 156 there is a picture of Bruce working
with a karate blackbelt...in front of a banner sign that reads "Uechi Ryu
Karate Do" across the top, has the Okinawa symbol in the middle, and
"Mattson Academy of Karate" across the bottom. Does this picture or event
ring a bell and, if so, what's the story behind it? Also, the current issue of
"Journal of Asian Martial Arts" (Volume 7, Number 3) includes two items
that might be of interest to yourself, as well as other UechiRyu/Pangainoon/Konan
Ryu practioners out there. The first is an article on Takashi Kinjo, written
by Mary Bolz, that includes some good info on his history and
philosophy, as well as many good pictures. The second is an article that is a
collection of some legendary stories about some of the Okinawan karate teachers of
the past, as told to the article's author, Jim Silvan, by some of the current
prominent karate teachers. One of the
people the author got stories from is Ryuko Tomoyose, who, if I remember correctly,
was your primary teacher. This section of the article begins with info on Ryuko's
history, including a picture of Ryuko and Kanei Uechi, and is followed by four
stories that Ryuko told the author, although none of them really relate to Uechi
Ryu. Enjoy!
Glenn Humphress
th20405@navix.net
Lincoln, NE
Hi Glenn:
Bruce Lee visited my dojo while promoting the Green Hornet show and once again while
promoting the film Marlow. I met him in California and Chicago during early tournaments.
He had his picture taken with a number of my students during visits to Boston.
I don't subscribe to any MA magazines, so missed the articles in question. I'll have to
have one of my students send me a copy of the articles. Tomoyose Sensei was/is a great
story teller. I still remember sitting with him after class, listening to him reinforce
lessons with stories of training in China. Helped me understand the physical techniques
and philosophy of the strange art he was teaching to me. (Today kids have the Ninja
Turtles! :)
Best,
George
sensei:
you dont know me,but i know you,i buy your book "the way of Karate"when i went
to your country,in last may. before all ,sorry about my english,i´m a kohai from
Argentina and i got a question for you. ¿where can i practice uechi in miami? ¿exist any
dojo in Miami town?
if it alrready exist,please contact me...
my name is Facundo J. Gallero and send e-mail to djfaku@arnet.com.ar
thank you and sincerely yours...
Facundo J. Gallero
1°dan uechi ryu
Sensei: I would find great interest in being of help as a member of a panel (Point of View). My Sensei is Master Ahti Kaend. I am presently working toward mu nei-dan rank. I also teach Tai-C'hi Ch'uan. Also, I have a knowledge of the throwing arts, and weapons.
Ron Alexander
Happy you brought this up Ron. I've been too busy to keep up with all the features of this site, including the point of view panel. A lot of the discussions now take place on the "Dojo Rountable" Discussion Forums. However, there are topics that I will send to a select panel of students and teachers. I'll definately include you in these panels. GEM
Well, Ed fially had his court date. Unfortunatly I do not have any good news. Long
story, but the bottom line is he plead guilty to a lesser charge, so I guess there is not
much to be done beyond this. I want to thank you again for keeping in touch and keeping an
open mind through all of this. I would still try to defend Ed's integrity, but he made
decisions for his own reasons that have shut a lot of doors for him. (Although he took a
guilty plea for a year instead of facing 7 to 15 years). Part of his trouble was
co-operating with the investigators instead of getting a lawyer. The investigators did
their job well and got Ed to agree to certain things that in the long run limited his
ability to defend himself. But, as I said
earlier, Ed chose to plead guilty and there's not much I can write to make it sound any
better than it is. So I guess this will be my last correspondence as there is little else
to be said. Unfortunatly Ed was the only instructor we could afford in this style, so my
son has reverted to Tae Kwon Do and has been doing very well. Take care--
--Mark
For those of you who have not been following the Ed Carnes situation, he got himself in hot water with the children in his class. Lots of accusations, ticked off parents and a dojo in turmoil. I'll be discussing this issue in a future "whats new" column. Watch for it. GEM
Hi Mr. Mattson,
It is a pleasure having you answer my mail. I study at Uechi-Ryu karate studio in
Chicopee, MA, the headquarters for the kyushiki kai karatedo association. My Sensei is
James Wasielewski. I have studied for about two years and have achieved the current rank
of rokkyu, I hope to test for Gokyu soon. I absolutely love the discipline and
spirituality to date, yet know I have not even scratched the surface. Your name is
mentioned in one of our
test questions as being the first to bring Uechi Ryu to the US in 1958, thank you! My
Sensei has told many great stories about Mr Uechi and Kenei Uechi. I am extremely
interested in the teachings of Uechi Ryu, and learning more about the history and
teachings starting with Shushiwa to the latest and greatest. I just got my computer and
searched extensively for something on this style of karate. I found the web
site:http://www.uechi-ryu.com/ I am a
professional firefighter for the city of Chicopee and my studies have helped me
exponentially in my career. It was nice "talking" to you, thanks for your time.
Sincerely, Mark T. Cross
Sensei mattson,
Please be so kind as to add the following entry to your instructor list.
H. Srinivasulu
22 Paramananda St.
II floor, Seven Wells
Madras 600001 South India
Mr. Srinivasulu is the official Shohei-ryu representative and head instructor in India.
Thank you,
Mike D.
Dear Sensei Mattson,
Everyone at the dojo says to tell you "Hi"!
We are hoping you can help us. While Rose and Frank were at your summer festival, they got
to visit with Kemo Wall. He told them that he would be coming through our area this fall
and would like to stop to see us. He gave them his card but it got misplaced. Would you
know how we could contact him? Rose thought he said he would be in the area in November so
I'm hoping we're not too late. Thanks for what ever help you can give us.
Linda Diffendaffer
P.S. I enjoyed browsing your site before posting this note. There's always lots of
interesting things. More than I can usually take the time to read. Thanks again for making
it available.
Dear Mr Mattson
Just droping you a line to say hello. Things are going great at the school. I am very
sorry to have missed the camp this year, I heard it was wonderful. As you may know I was
sidelined with some minor surgary. For the past three months I have been studing Zen at
the
Portsmouth Zen Dojo,and I have just completed my first seeshin(three day Zen intensive
training)held in Chicago. It was by far the hardest thing I have ever done. The paralelles
between Zen training and Uechi Ryu Karate are very interesting. Im thinking of the
possiblity of some kind of semanair at next years camp. What do you think?
I hope to make it down to one of your Saturday work outs soon if I can find someone to
fill in, see you then
sincerely Stephen Perry
Sounds like a great idea Steve. Lets plan on it. Good to hear that your dojo is doing so well. GEM
mr mattson i am currently going to college very far from my home town. i studied the
style of uechi ryu for about 8 or 9 months but now the only style open for me to learn is
taekwando. i plan in the future to continue my studies in the uechi ryu style i very much
enjoy it. my question is should i really get into taekwando, my sensei was very against
the style of taekwando, or so it seemed to me, and i am basically wondering if it is a
smart choice, also if you could give me some could uechi ryu sites i would greatly
appreciate it
thank you very much
joe jackson
Now you know where all the Uechi dojo are Joe. Hopefully you will find one close
enough to continue your training. GEM
Dear George,
Being listed on your instructors page has caused me to be contacted by Uechi-Ryu stylists
who are interested in visiting and training while in the Central Florida area on vacation.
They are always surprised to learn that the school is located in Orlando and not Kissimmee
as listed on your page. Could you kindly revise the listing to reflect the proper address.
Bob Yogis' UECHI-RYU KARATE SCHOOL
1940 Brengle Ave
Orlando, Florida
32804
Info: (407)396-0682
E-Mail BobYogis@worldnet.att.net
Hope we have it right now Bob. Don't forget to contact Steve and get registered on our
new HotLinks. GEM
Dear Colleague:
If the following is of interest to you, I would be grateful for your response. If not, I
would greatly appreciate if you would forward this message to any other associates whom
you feel might have interest in this project.
I am the editor of an upcoming major textbook entitled "Clinician's Complete
Reference to Complementary and Alternative Medicine" to be published by Mosby, and I
am seeking authors for the many topics in this text. The division of therapies follows the
classification used by the Office of Alternative Medicine at the National Institute for
Health. Each chapter will follow a set template which will enable a physician or other
clinician to rapidly locate information on a particular modality and be able to
effectively counsel a patient or initiate the referral process. The book will have wide
usage among health professionals and is
considered a very needed text. Although an honorarium is not available for contributors,
the authors will gain significant visibility through its publication.
I am particularly interested in a chapter contributor for Magnetic Field
Therapy.
I want to ask if you would be interested in assisting me with this project, or if you know
of other individuals you would like to recommend who are leaders in their field. The list
of therapeutic modality topics is as follows:
Mind-Body Interventions
Art Therapy
Biofeedback
Dance Therapy
Hypnotherapy
Imagery
Meditation
Music Therapy
Neuro-Linguistic Programming
Prayer and Mental Healing
Psychotherapy
Relaxation Techniques
Spiritual Healing and Prayer
Support Groups
Yoga
Bioelectromagnetics Applications in Medicine
Electromagnetic Fields
Electrostimulation and Neuromagnetic
Stimulation Devices
Blue Light Treatment and Artificial Lighing
Alternative Systems of Medical Practice
Professionalized Health Care Systems
Acupuncture
Anthroposophically Extended Medicine
Ayurveda
Environmental Medicine
Clinical Ecology
Geotherapy
Homeopathic Medicine
Naturopathic Medicine
Traditional Oriental Medicine
Herbal
Qigong
Tai Chi
Community-Based Health Care Practices
Alcoholics Anonymous
Latin American Community-Based Practices
Native American indian Community-Based Medical Systems
Shamanism
Manual Healing Methods
Biofield Therapeutics
Chiropractic
Massage Therapy
Osteopathic Medicine
Bodywork
Alexander Technique
Aston-Patterning
Bowen Technique
Craniosacral Manipulation
Feldenkrais Method
Hellerwork
Myotherapy
Polarity Therapy
Reiki
Rolfing
Rosen Technique
Therapeutic Touch
Trager Psychophysical integration
Pharmacological and Biological Treatments
Antineoplastons
Cartilage Products
EDTA Chelation Therapy
Ozone (Oxygen Therapy)
Immunoaugmentative Therapy
Neural Therapy
Apitherapy
Iscador/Mistletoe
Revici's Guided Chemotherapy
Cell Therapy
Enzyme Therapy
Herbal Medicine
Flower and Tree Remedies
Diet and Nutrition in The Prevention and Treatment of Disease.
Nutritional Supplements
Macrobiotics
Orthomolecular Medicine
Changes in Lifestyle
Unclassified Treatments
Applied Kinesiology
Aromatherapy
Biological Dentistry
Colonotherapy
Crystal and Gem Therapies
Detoxification Therapy
Energy Medicine
Fasting
Hydrotherapy
Hyperthermia
Iridology
Juice Therapy
Light Therapy
Radionics
Reconstructive Therapy
Reflexology
Sound Therapy
If you feel you have expertise in any of these topics, or you would like to recommend a
colleague who could best represent the field in a major textbook, please let me know of
your ideas. Again, please feel free to post this message to listings of other colleagues
at your discretion.
I appreciate your assistance.
Cordially,
Don Novey, M.D.
Medical Director
The Center for Complementary Medicine
Advocate Medical Group
Park Ridge, IL
Any takers? GEM
SENSI MATTESON:
PLEASE ADD THE FOLLOWING NEW DOJO'S TO YOUR N.A.C. AFFILIATED DOJO'S IN
CANADA.
WEST COAST UECHI-RYU TRADITIONAL KARATE DO
SITE # 1
HILLTOP SECURITY ACADEMY
788 BEATTY STREET
VANCOUVER, B.C.
WEST COAST UECHI-RYU TRADITIONAL KARATE DO
SITE # 2
HILLTOP SECURITY ACADEMY
1566 KING GEORGE HIGHWAY
SURREY, B.C.
CHIEF INSTRUCTOR
STUART KILLEN
RENSHI DAN
PHONE NUMBER 604- 331-1607 CELL-604 803-3687
E-MAIL - stuart@intergate.bc.ca
All black belt promotions will be in accordance with the N.A.C. Uechi-Ryu association.
With luck and business sense we should be well represented at summer camp in July 1999.
take care
Stuart
Dear Mattson Sensei,
I am a Karate-ka from Nova Scotia Canada and I have been training about 27 years in
Chito-ryu. I have seen you here at competitions in the past but we have never actually
met. My research has led to some rather difficult questions which I hope you will be kind
enough to help me with.
It seems there was a rather significant movement to standardize Karate prior to and after
the second world war. This movement was spear-headed by the senior tode practitioners and
such organizations as the `All Japan Karate-do Federation`. Clearly when we look at the
ciricullum of modern karate systems such as Shoto-kan, Shito-ryu, Wado-ryu Chito-ryu and
Goju-ryu(to a lesser extent) the similarities are quite profound.
Uechi-ryu on the other hand has a uniqueness which seems to have been preserved over the
years. From my experience so far it seems that Uechi-ryu is closer to what I have come to
know as "Koryu".
I was hoping you would be willing to answer a few questions that would help me in my
research. Did Uechi Kanbun Sensei join and or participate in the All Japan Karate Do
Federation ? (I was given the impression that he didn`t but I am not sure) If that was the
case, Why did he choose not to participate within that organization ? Any information you
could provide me would be greatly Appreciated. David & Theresa Griffin
I emailed the author with my views. I'd like to hear what others might offer in the way of an explanation. GEM
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Dear George,back in the early 60's i used to train with Anthony Mirakian and come by your dojo.Once you invited me to one of your macrobiotic lunches.I have been training in Okinawan Budo for over 40 years now.I started in Kin Village in 1959 under Master Ezio Shimabuku.Just a note to test your memory. Yours in budo,James Horne
please tell Bob Roth I said "hi." We went to college together and, shortly
after he started at your school in 1967, gave me his old white belt.
Thanks for your assistance and keep up the positive influence on Uechi-Ryu
worldwide.
Regards
Tony Pfeiffer
Sterling McCarthy Glasheen was born to Bill Glasheen and Sandra Steele
on 10:26 PM EST, October 20, 1998 at 9 pounds, 5 ounces. All are doing
well.
The Uechi world joins me in congratulating Bill and Sandra. GEM
Hi! My name is Von Baetiong, and I am a senior at Laguna Creek High School,
in Sacramento, California. Every student is given the option of doing a senior project on
a subject of they're choice. As a student of Shorin-Ryu Karate I am doing mine on Karate,
in general. What I am asking for is information regarding your opinion on what Karate is,
and what its all about. Why you started, what you've learned, and why you continue to
practice the art of Karate. I would appreciate any response, not only from you, but also
from anyone that you know who would not mind taking the time to kindly write me back.
Thank you for your time, and I hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,
Von Baetiong
Please check out the first three issues of bugeisha magazine for articles I wrote on my background and history in the martial arts. If you need more specific info, I'll send you past magazine interviews that cover the subject well. GEM
Dear Mr. Mattson,
We thank You very much for your reply informing us about the possiblities of learning
Uechi Ryu. We are pleased to inform You that Uechi web sites are very informative and
interesting. We found a lot of important things to learn.
We know that there are many methods of learning a Karate style:books, tapes.., the best
is, of corse to have a teacher. We decided to go to Croatia and take some classes from Mr.
Nedjeljko Kalac - Zagreb Shobukan. We found Mr. Kalac addres from Internet unfrtunately
there are no telephone and e-mail. We plan to go to Croatia on November.
We would be very grateful to know Your opinion about this.
Sincerely.
Andrei Porumbrica
Vasea Pavlov
Hope you received the telephone numbers for Mr. Kalac. Keep in touch and good training! GEM
Sensei Mattson,
Well I finally bit the bullet and opened a dojo, under the Arizona Uechi-Ryu Karate-Do, at
the Arizona School of Health Sciences here in Phoenix, AZ. After two weeks we have 12
students made up of our PA, PT, OT students and a few faculty members of the school. I was
amazed at the response and more students have called or emailed to get more
information. The school has been very responsive by allowing me to use a large classroom
for the Dojo. I was looking for a way to increase my enthusiasm and this certainly did it.
We meet Mondays & Wednesdays from 5:00-6:30 PM. Folks can learn more about our new
Dojo and the Arizona Uechi-Ryu Karate-Do by going to www.primenet.com/~uechi-az/
Thanks,
Randy D. Danielsen
Director ASHS Dojo
Arizona Uechi-Ryu Karate-Do
3210 West Camelback Road
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 589-1016
Congratulations Randy. Don't forget to register with Steve on our new Hotlinks site. GEM
I really enjoyed the picture gallery you have on your website. my brother has been
taking Uechi rye for many years down East in Sydney Nova Scotia Canada. I was first
introduced to it when I was 14 and unfortunately my brother introduced it to me by giving
be a massive kick on the thigh I will never forget a kick with the shin bone. I was
wondering if by chance you have any pics showing how powerfull a condition shin can be.
for example a pic of a kick breaking a 2 by 2 or something to that effect. I have told
many friend about euchi rye and how the body can be tough through conditioning but my
friends say to me I'll have to see it to believe it. any how thank and if you have
any pics like that please send them
to me. thanks again
Frank Jones
Hmmmmm. . . don't think we have any of those pictures. I'll ask around though and get back to you. GEM
Dear Mr Mattson,
Could you please add my dojo to your instructors list. I began my training in 1973 at your dojo in Brockton Ma. With Jack Summers, Ken Waine, Jim Minkle, and Bob Bethony. Since moving to Florida in 1984, I have continued my Uechi training and was promoted to godan with Peggy Hess in August 1994, I continue to sit on the promotion board With Peggy Hess and John Basset. Also my Uechi training has protected me as I have been a law enforcement officer for the past 14 years in Florida. Thank God for Uechi Ryu karate it changed my life forever. My address is 2845 Blackburn ave Deltona Fl.32738 My phone number is 904 789 3834. E mail address otto@totcon.com
Thank you again I really enjoy this web site.
Bob Otto
Dear George
Please forgive my informality as I know we haven't met before. My name is Nigel Coole and
I am currently living in England (UK). I studied under Sensei Steve Daw in Hong Kong in
the early 1980s. Whilst in HK, I managed to get hold of a copy of your book 'Uechi-Ryu
Karate Do' which is now starting to literally fall to pieces. I would like to know if it
is still in print, and if so, how do I get hold of a copy. If not, is there another book
of similar qualityand depth that is currently available? Thank you very much for your
assistance.
Yours Ever
Nigel
P.S I hope that this reaches you ok as I am new to this internet stuff!
P.S I did a search on 'Uechi-Ryu' last night and found your webb site. I thoroughly
enjoyed reading the news page that you produce. I am staggered by the amount of
information that is out there on Uechi-Ryu.
Thanks again.
Check out our new Secure Bookstore. Click on the "books and products" page. GEM