Saturday, October 14th & 15th, 2011
This was the first time that I, (Robert Beck) have had the honor to meet and be instructed by Grandmaster Frank Trejo. I had heard that he was an amazing instructor and works great with people of all ages. I was glad that my two young daughters, Madison, 8 and Miranda, 5 were also able to attend the seminar. He worked with them just as he did with everyone else. I have to say that I had a blast. I learned a lot and the 3 hour class just flew by. The class for some reason was small so we got more individual attention from Sifu Trejo. I really feel sorry for those who did not come and missed this spectacular event. There is some good news for those who missed however. Grandmaster Trejo has committed himself to December 2nd and 3rd of this year. He will be returning on those dates and I have already posted the new information on the webpage and the Dojo calendar. I also added new pictures to the site including many from the Grandmaster Trejo seminar.
In regards to seminars, Sifu Z will be returning on November the 8th so make sure you are there. Another great instructor, just ask anyone who has attended this remarkable man's classes. As soon as I am given the information for the next Grandmaster Planas and Guru Planas seminar I will post it. I believe they return sometime around March of 2012. As you can see, Sifu Diaz does not mess around when it comes to planning and setting up quality instruction for his students and any others who may wish to attend. All of these instructors mentioned are the best,
THE BEST!!! in their field and that includes Sifu Diaz. Come on down and check out the Dojo, this is karate at its finest.
Bob Beck
Webmaster
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Saturday, May 28th, 2011
The Planas Brothers Seminar was a fantastic event! It has been a very long time since I was able to attend one of these but Wow!, what fun and just a great learning opportunity. I watched the stick class with Guru Ed Planas at the helm. The class had only 6 or 7 students but those students got extra attention for that reason. Those who were not able or those who just did not come really missed out. The quality of instruction and instructor is more than worth the price of admission. I was able to get several photos and have posted them on the web page. Check it out in the photos area of the page.
I did attend the second session of Grandmaster Richard "Huk" Planas' seminar. We worked on a brown belt technique and then changed it up a bit. Actually we changed it up a lot. We started out the same but he had us incorporate various changes that allowed us to expand our knowledge of the original but see what could be done with it. I was lucky enough to work with a second degree black belt who did not seem to mind he was working with a lower ranking individual. In fact he was great and spent a lot of time helping me with the various changes that we worked on. I had a great time and was very happy I was able to participate. I will definitely be at the August seminar, check the website for details. For those who missed, well what can I say??? You snooze you looze!
Bob Beck
Webmaster
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New Website Up and Running!
Wednesday, May 18th, 2011
The new website is up but more will be added to it when time permits. I have links to this page and several others including our Facebook and Twitter sites. Also note that the Planas Brothers Seminar information has also been added. Show your support and if you are 13 years of age or more please attend. The Planas Brothers are experts to say the least and to study with them is an honor.
Just a quick note about the Webmaster:
Robert Beck maintains the site. This includes this blog or this page, the email, Facebook page, Twitter account and website. I, Robert Beck will do my best to answer any questions, comments or concerns regarding the listed sites. Please note that Double Dragon Kenpo Karate is not responsible for anything posted by anyone else via email, Facebook, Twitter or any other social network or service. I also ask that our members use their best behavior when using any of the above mentioned methods of communication. Remember that young children attend the school and may also access these sites. Thank you,
Robert Beck
