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American Pressure Point Seminar
Saturday June 21,2008
4:00pm-6:00pm
Sensei Craig S. Craig
80
School St. Watertown Ma.
WMAF Members-$40.00
Non Members-$50.00
617-924-9888
for more inf.:www.craigskempo.com
Yoshitsune
Ju-Jitsu Seminar
Soke Michael DePasquale Jr. 10th Dan
May 15, 2008
6:30 pm-9:30pm
Pence Self-Defense Academy
226 Cambridge St. Burlington MA. 01803
Federation
Members-$40.00
Non-Members-$50.00
If you have any questions please call Jacqui-978-815-0761
Reserve your spot now space is limited!
The W.M.A.F. will be holding a free seminar!
Friday April 18, 2008 1:00pm-4:00pm
Dandelion Green Rest. Burlington MA 01803
Pre-Registration IS Required we have 30 spots
Topic to be covered:
Kid-Safe Network ,Women-Safe Network ,Rapid Search Network Charitable Connection
A Cause Worth Taking
Hello, my name is Ed Copley, founder and director of the National Security Alliance, and a proud member of
the Martial Arts community for over 47 years. The National Security Alliance is one of the world’s leading non-profit
organizations dedicated to achieving several important objectives relating to the safety and well being of children and women.
Issues regarding the safety of women and children are the National Security Alliance’s primary concern, which is why
the National Security Alliance has put a great deal of its energy and resources toward developing and providing cutting edge
materials and highly effective programs designed to combat the most horrific crimes of violence. As crimes against women and
children continue to increase in virtually every community in this nation, the demand for our innovative safety materials
and programs grows at an exponential rate every month.
Many community groups and o organizations have requested to represent and distribute our highly effective
danger awareness materials and programs within their communities, but we sincerely believe that those initiating our programs
should be the very people who are in the trenches of teaching self-defense (Martial Artists). We believe that Martial Arts
centers, more than any other type of business or organization, should be the experts that the media and leaders of the community
turn to for advice, materials and systems in the area of danger awareness and protective countermeasures against abduction,
abuse, molestation and violent assaults against women and children. I request your partnership and participation in the ongoing
battle to protect our children. The rewards for providing your community with important safety materials and programs are
plentiful to say the least. Not only can you help save lives but you also have an opportunity to generate significant revenue,
increase student enrollment, create positive media exposure and gain the respect of the community and its leaders.
This program can be fully operated by you and your staff. You may, like many who have joined our team have
done, delegate members of your center or their parents to run these effective programs. I’ll be demonstrating the many
benefits of this incredible program in your area very soon. I sincerely hope you’ll take time to come join us for a
real eye-opening experience.
Sincerely, Edward Copley National Director
www.kidsafenetwork.com
International Federation of Ju-Jutsuans, Michael DePasquale, Jr. and The World
Martial Arts Federation are proud to offer this certification to our fellow Martial Artists. This is an event you do not want
to miss. We only have 9 spots to offer and it will be on a first come basis if you are interested do not hesitate.
This is a Black Belt certification for School owners or their head instrucors.
The first weekend is June 13, 14 and 15th. The next weekend is October 3, 4, and 5th. The
third weekend will be December 5, 6, 7th. The fourth weekend will be March 6, 7, 8th.
For additional information and how to register, please contact Cheryl Nadeau (617)721-4909 or Jacqui Pence
(978)815-0761.
Yoshitsune Combat Jujutsu Certification:
Must have attained minimum black belt in any other system or style
Must show proof of current rank
Complete 4 weekends of training during a 12 month period with each weekend consisting of 20 hours training
Cost of Certification: $600 per weekend for W.M.A.F Members
This program is specifically designed for School owners and Head Instructors with documentation of their rank.
Are you tired of seeing so many certification programs, promising this and that, and everything under the sun? Did you ever
look at their background?
• What Lineage do they have?
• What Rank have they actually attained?
• What System are they really teaching?
• Who truly was their Master Instructor?
• Do they still work hand and hand with the people that taught them?
• What is their history in the arts and most important of all, are they loyal to their instructor today?
• DePasquale Combat Jujutsu
For years, the most trusted name in the Martial Arts and in particular Jujutsu has been DePasquale. The power of the centuries
old system of Yoshitune Jujutsu has been harnessed and the combat side of this traditional system is now available to be instructed
exclusively to black belts and high ranking brown belts, whose instructors believe to be talented enough to handle cross training
in another style. Adding Jujutsu to your schools curriculum is a great way to bring in additional students, and the DePasquale
name. You pass that level of excellence on to your students.
Seminar Hosts & School Owners
In addition to certifications held at the Hombu, school owners have an opportunity to host their own certification at their
dojo. The Host of the DePasquale Combat Jujutsu Certification will hold the Certification on 4 chosen weekends.
At the final weekend of Certification Training, you will take an IFOJJ 1st Degree Black Belt Certification Test in the DePasquale
Combat Yoshitsune System.
The requirements of this test must be met to pass the exam. No Certification will be awarded until successfully passing the
exam.
In addition, you will automatically become an official member in good standing in the oldest Jujutsu organization in the United States, the International Federation of Jujutsuans. If you are currently a School Owner,
you will have the opportunity to become a Chartered School in the IFOJJ. Instead of attending a DePasquale
Seminar, you can be teaching the combat system. You can also continue learning with the Traditional Waza, which Michael DePasquale,
Sr. and his instructor, Junji Saito, taught throughout the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s and continues today, through
his son Michael DePasquale, Jr.
You will also be entitled to use the IFOJJ Logo in your school and with your advertising.
The Program
The DePasquale Combat Jujutsu Certification runs in the following fashion:
4 Prescheduled Weekends – Friday / Saturday / Sunday.
20 Hours of Training included per Weekend.
At the conclusion of the 4th Weekend the Certification Test will be administered.
All attendees who complete the course and pass the required test will receive a certified diploma of completion in the Yoshitune
Combat Jujutsu System.
Application of Certification: Upon Graduation, Certified Instructor will have the needed skills and be able
to teach in any venue appropriate for this activity.
The Yoshitune Combat course is as follows:
Session One
1. White to Green Belt
2. Combat Kata 1 through 10
3. Combat Drills 1 through 8
4. 20 Point Blocking 1 through 12
5. Basic Falls ( Face Falls, Back Falls)
6. Combat Judo Throws
7. Street to Ground Techniques 1 through 3
Session Two
1. Green to Brown Belt
2. Combat Drills 8 through 14
3. Combat Katas 10 through 20
4. 20 Point Blocking 13 through 20
5. Basic Falls ( Forward Rolls)
6. Combat Judo throws off attacks 1 through 3
7. Street to Ground ( Chokes, Grab and Punch, Bear Hugs, Street Attacks, Knife Attacks )
8. Two Ground Grappling Techniques
Session Three
1. Combat Katas 21 through 30
2. Falling with and without Uki
3. Combat Judo throws off attacks 4 through 6
4. 20 Point Blocking into Self Defense
5. Six Street to Ground techniques utilizing locking and joint manipulation techniques
Session Four
1. Review all techniques taught above
2. Circle drills (controlled kicking and punching) and Shark Bait (Multiple Attacks using Techniques taught)
3. Black Belt test. Each individual will be tested formally.
BROUGHT TOGETHER
Congratulations to the following members of the W.M.A.F. who recevied their Black Belt in Yoshitsune
Combat Ju Jitsu on December 9, 2007 from Soke Michael DePasquale Jr. after completing the Shodan Certification. These eight
martial artist from various schools and concentratrions excelled and formed a new brotherhood between them. After a final
weekend of training more than 20 hrs. their 4 hour test was held at Kwons Martial Arts , administered by Soke and 4 of his
"top guys" who flew in from around the country. They proved that hard work and dedication truly pays off.
James Alty, Cosmo Bisazza, Patrick Cody, Mike Souza, Kevin Pence,Tom Alessi, Nuke Goldstein,
and Jeff Davis
 
Congratulations to Shihan Tim Barchard on his recent promotion to 6th Dan.
Master Shihan (Shihan is a very special title used for chief instructors of yondan or higher with twenty years
experience and covers a broad range of higher ranks and ages) began his martial arts training as a teenager under the tutelage
of Grandmaster Robert LaMattina. Shihan was promoted to his Godan 5th Degree Black Belt on November 24, 2004. Along with his
traditional martial arts training, he holds the rank of purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under BJJ Black Belt Keith Florian.
Shihan Tim also studies AMOK knife fighting, and Muay Thai. On April 24, 2004 Master Shihan was elected into the USA Martial
Arts Hall of Fame. A three time National Karate Champion, he has traveled all over the United States participating in tournaments
and seminars. In August 2006 he traveled to Brazil and won the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu World Championships. He has trained with
such notables as Chuck Norris, Ernie Reyes Sr., Fred Degeberg, Larry Lam, Tom Sotis, Keith Florian, Kenny Florian, Dave Kovar,
and Kru Mark DellaGrotte. Being the father of two children, he knows the importance of teaching morals and values.
CONGRATULATIONS TO SHIHAN LIMA!
Shihan Al Lima promoted to Rokudan (6th degree black belt).
On March 25th,
2007 during intermission of a karate tournament held by Al Lima’s Studio Of Self-Defense students, staff and spectators
were treated to a special event. During a promotion ceremony held for students and staff Shihan Al Lima was promoted to 6th
degree black belt by Kyoshi Herman Ocasio.The promotion was a accumulation of 33 years of martial arts
training and over 25 years of martial arts instruction.
Congratulations !
On behalf of the W.M.A.F we would like to congratulate
the following people who were honored November 10, 2007 in Sufferin N.Y. at the Annual Martial Arts University / Legion
of Honor Hosted by Soke Michael DePasquale Jr.
Jim Alty, Cosmo Bisazza, Michael Sousa, Kevin Pence, and Cheryl Nadeau.
Welcome to "2007 New W.M.A.F. Members"
Professor David Castoldi
Acedmy of Koton Ryu - Luis Cepeda
Ralph Smith Karate - Ralph Smith
Ed Parker Jr.- Parker Kenpo
Crystal Coast Kempo - Bryon Pence
Jeff Jones - Middleton MA.
Craig's Kempo - Craig Craig
Tokyo Joe's Studio - Eric Menard
Professional Martial Arts Academy - Mark Warner
Karate Pro Dojo - Kevin O'Connor
Agostini's Academy of Martial arts & Fitness
- John Agostini
Professional Martial Arts Academy - Tim Barchard
Congratulations to recent W.M.A.F. members
on their promotions!
Joe Nesta-10th Dan
Craig Seavey-10th Dan
Steve Nugent-9th Dan
Michael Fitzgerald - 8th Dan
Paul Cervizzi - 8th Dan
Al Lima’s - 6th Dan
Colleen Lemay-6th Dan
Michael Woods - 5th Dan
BUISNESS SEMINAR
The World Martial Arts Federation is presenting
a seminar on Holiday Promtions.. The seminar will be offered by Shihan Tim Barchard of Professional Martial Arts Academy of
Derry N.H. . Shihan Tim has one of the biggest money making schools in New England. He will be sharring some of
these ideas with us. Do not miss this opportunity to increase your student base and learn some new things to try at your own
schools.
Space is limited!!!!!!
Place: Professional Martial Arts
Academy
15 E. Broadway Derry N.H 03038
Date : Nov. 16th 2007 Time:
10:oo am- 1:00pm
Members Cost: $35.00 Non Members- $50.00
For more information call : Jacqui Pence
-978-815-0761 or Cheryl Nadeau -617-721-4909
W.M.A.F. Promoting Inter-Art
Relations
We
advocate Martial Arts training as one aspect of a balanced, life-long pursuit of physical, mental and spiritual health. We
are active in promoting of good citizenship and community within all arts. Other Arts organizations, their instructors
and practitioners are not viewed as competition, but rather as our extended, and honored family.
That being said we would
like to extend an invitation to all our Federation schools to an open Black
Belt work-out that we will be having every Wednesday night at Pence Self - Defense at 8:oo p.m.. Come on down and share or just work-out with us . There
is no set curriculum nor is there any style we won't try. Cross training with each other is one of the best ways to make this organization
grow stronger.
If you have any other questions
feel free to call Kevin or Jacqui Pence at 1-877-527-2838
Combat Ju-jutsu Certification Program Update:
The International Federation of Ju-Jutsuanas,
Michael DePasquale and the W.M.A.F. is pleased to announce
that the Yoshitsune Combat Ju-jutsu Certification is currently underway. The current session of this BB certification is beign attended by several WMAF school owners and head instructors and is recieving
great reviews! Schools in attendance are The Self-Defense Institute, Kwon's Martial Arts, The Martial Arts Research Institute,
New Horizon Karate and Pence Self-Defense.
If you are interested in attending the next
session in early 2008, please contact the W.M.A.F. .
TOURNAMENT NOTE:
On
behalf of the World Martial Arts Federation we would like to congratulate everyone who participated in Sunday's Tournament at
the Reggie Lewis Center. We would also like to thank all the Judges,Score Keepers,Time Keepers and Volunteers that made this
another great success. Our family tournament just keeps getting bigger and better every year thanks to all the wonderful support.
We look forward to seeing all of you in the fall on April 13, 2008!
The International Federation of JU-Jutsuans, Michael
DePsquale and The World Martial Arts Federation are proud to offer this certification to our fellow Martial Artist. This is
an event you do not want to miss. We only have 12 spots to offer and it will be on a first come basis if you are
interested do not hesitate. This is a Black Belt certification for School owners or their head instrucors.
At this time we have already filled 5 spots:
the first weekend is February 9,10,11 hosted at Pence
Self-Defense in Burlinton MA., the next weekend is May 18,19,20 hosted at Choice Martial Arts in Everett Ma.,The Third Weekend will be September 14,15,16 hosted by New Horizen Karate in
West Boylston Ma. and the fourth weekend will be December 8,9,10 yet to be hosted for more information or any other
questions call Jacqui Pence at 978-815-0761
Yoshitsune Combat Jujutsu Certification:
Must have attained minimum black belt in any other system or style
Must show proof of current rank
Complete 4 weekends of training during a 12 month period with each weekend consisting of 20 hours training
Cost of Certification: $600 per weekend for W.M.A.F Members
This program is specifically designed for School owners and Head Instructors with documentation of their rank.
Are
you tired of seeing so many certification programs, promising this and that, and everything under the sun? Did you ever look
at their background?
• What Lineage do they have?
• What Rank have they actually attained?
•
What System are they really teaching?
• Who truly was their Master Instructor?
• Do they still work hand
and hand with the people that taught them?
• What is their history in the arts and most important of all, are they
loyal to their instructor today?
• DePasquale Combat Jujutsu
For years, the most trusted name in the Martial Arts and in particular Jujutsu has
been DePasquale. The power of the centuries old system of Yoshitune Jujutsu has been harnessed and the combat side of this
traditional system is now available to be instructed exclusively to black belts and high ranking brown belts, whose instructors
believe to be talented enough to handle cross training in another style. Adding Jujutsu to your schools curriculum is a great
way to bring in additional students, and the DePasquale name. You pass that level of excellence on to your students.
Seminar
Hosts & School Owners
In addition to certifications held at the Hombu, school owners have an opportunity to host their
own certification at their dojo. The Host of the DePasquale Combat Jujutsu Certification will hold the Certification on 4
chosen weekends.
At the final weekend of Certification Training, you will take an IFOJJ 1st Degree Black Belt Certification
Test in the DePasquale Combat Yoshitsune System.
The requirements of this test must be met to pass the exam. No Certification
will be awarded until successfully passing the exam.
In addition, you will automatically become an official member
in good standing in the oldest Jujutsu organization in the United States, the International Federation of Jujutsuans. If you
are currently a School Owner, you will have the opportunity to become a Chartered School in the IFOJJ. Instead of attending
a DePasquale Seminar, you can be teaching the combat system. You can also continue learning with the Traditional Waza, which
Michael DePasquale, Sr. and his instructor, Junji Saito, taught throughout the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s and
continues today, through his son Michael DePasquale, Jr.
You will also be entitled to use the IFOJJ Logo in your school
and with your advertising.
The Program
The DePasquale Combat Jujutsu Certification runs in the following fashion:
4
Prescheduled Weekends – Friday / Saturday / Sunday.
20 Hours of Training included per Weekend.
At the conclusion
of the 4th Weekend the Certification Test will be administered.
All attendees who complete the course and pass the required
test will receive a certified diploma of completion in the Yoshitune Combat Jujutsu System.
Application of Certification: Upon Graduation, Certified Instructor will have the needed skills and be able to teach in
any venue appropriate for this activity.
The Yoshitune Combat course is as follows:
Session One
1. White to Green Belt
2. Combat Kata 1 through 10
3.
Combat Drills 1 through 8
4. 20 Point Blocking 1 through 12
5. Basic Falls ( Face Falls, Back Falls)
6. Combat Judo
Throws
7. Street to Ground Techniques 1 through 3
Session Two
1. Green to Brown Belt
2. Combat Drills 8 through
14
3. Combat Katas 10 through 20
4. 20 Point Blocking 13 through 20
5. Basic Falls ( Forward Rolls)
6. Combat
Judo throws off attacks 1 through 3
7. Street to Ground ( Chokes, Grab and Punch, Bear Hugs, Street Attacks, Knife Attacks
)
8. Two Ground Grappling Techniques
Session Three
1. Combat Katas 21 through 30
2. Falling with and without
Uki
3. Combat Judo throws off attacks 4 through 6
4. 20 Point Blocking into Self Defense
5. Six Street to Ground
techniques utilizing locking and joint manipulation techniques
Session Four
1. Review all techniques taught above
2.
Circle drills (controlled kicking and punching) and Shark Bait (Multiple Attacks using Techniques taught)
3. Black Belt
test. Each individual will be tested formally.
New Horizon Karate goes to the Summit Academy
I gave a presentation on the benefits of martial arts training on children with autism on October 21st at
Holy Cross College . This presentation was for the Autism Resource Center of Central Massachusetts. In addition to that I
have been hired by Summit Academy of Ohio to run a program in Worcester County and across Massachusetts for parents and children
with ADAD, ADD, and Asperser’s Syndrome (higher functioning autism). This program will begin in January in Worcester
, MA .
The goal is to bring a full academic and therapy
program to MA. Summit Academy uses a Therapeutic Martial Arts Program in place of a normal physical education program.
This program will be the first of its kind in MA.
Jim Alty New Horizon Karate
click here to download Summit Academy file
Filipino Martial Arts SeminarArnis Kali Escrima Tuhon
Grandmaster Jerson "Nene" TortalSaturday, November 4, 200610:00 AM - 12:00
PM2:00 PM - 4:00 PM$100 whole day / $65 half day if paid by October 25, 2006 $120
whole day / $75 half day at the door Grandtuhon Jerson "Nene" Tortal Born and resides in the island of Negros occ.
Philippines. He is a grandmaster of Dekiti Tirsia Siradas Kali and president of Philippines Arnis
Kali Escrima martial arts federation international Seminar will be held at: Martial Arts Research Institute 53
Mason Street, Suite 201 Salem, MA 01970 (978) 745 - 2555  Combat Kali Silat
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  BARINGIN SAKTI "HARIMAU" PENCAK SILAT SEMINAR
Sat. Oct. 21, 2006
Mike
and May Williams and the gang at M.A.R.I. have done it again! Here on a tour of the U.S. Guru Edward Lebe from West Java,
Indonesia taveled from the other side of the world to give us a very rare treat, he shared his 45 + years of martial arts
training with a group of about 30 willing Students, ( not all from the school of "Silat" But all from of the school
of learning). In the frist 6hrs. of mat time we covered and un-covered much from the way of "HARIMAU" . The fun didn't
stop there after a nice banquet at the Dandelion Green, it was back to the Burlington dojo for some more play this time lasting
till mid-night!
To see Guru Lebe's skills up close its hard to belive
he's in his mid 60s, by his movement one might think he was in his young 20s!
The 2007 trip to S.E. Asia is coming up soon! We are all looking forward
to get back to I.P.S.I. even more now that we got a fresh dose of Baringin Sakti !
........T-minus 11 mo. 6 days 22 hours !
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Michael DePasquale Sr.
1925 - 2006
On September 23, 2006 at 1:30pm Soke Michael DePasquale, Sr. passed away. The world has lost a martial arts legend
and pioneer. A loving husband, father and teacher he will be sadly missed by all. information on memorial services
Memorial Services Viewing will be
Tuesday September 26 2:00pm - 4:00pm & 7:00pm - 9:00pm At
Becker Funeral Home 219 Kinderkamack Road Westwood, N.J. 07675
201-664-0292
Mass service will be Wednesday September 27 9:30am at
Church of the Assumption 29 Jefferson Avenue Emerson, NJ 07630
All are welcome
Directions to the Church of Assumption
From
George Washington Bridge
Take route #4 (West), to Kinderkamack Road, (Rt. #503).
Exit and proceed to traffic light. Turn left at traffic light and proceed North to Emerson, New Jersey. Go over
R.R. Tracks. Go two (2) blocks past traffic light after R.R. tracks. Make right turn onto Jefferson Avenue.
Church of the Assumption is located off corner.
From
New York State Thruway
Take the New York State Thruway to the Garden State Parkway
exit, and proceed South, to exit #165. Proceed towards Oradell, (East). Take Ordell Avenue to Kinderkamack Road.
Make left onto Kinderkamack Road and proceed to emerson, New Jersey. Go Over R.R. Tracks. Go two (2) blocks past
traffic light after R.R. Tracks. Make right turn onto Jefferson Avenue. Church of the Assumption is lcoated off
corner.
From
Route #80
Follow Route #80 to Garden State Parkway, North, take exit #165 and follow directions as above.
Biography
Soke Michael DePasquale, Sr. has studied and trained in the Martial Arts since 1940. He is considered
the "Father of American Ju-Jitsu," having founded one of the first Ju-Jitsu schools in the U.S., sanctioned by the Japanese
Federation. Soke DePasquale is the Grandmaster of the International Federation Of
Ju-Jutsuans (IFOJJ) and holder of the title of Soke. He holds a 10th degree
Black Belt in Ju-Jitsu. His knowledge of the art of self-defense is unsurpassed.
Shortly
after his induction into the United States Army, at the onset of World War II, the senior Soke DePasquale was trained as a
CID (Criminal Investigation Detachment) special agent.
Upon his return to America, Soke DePasquale did two things, which altered the course of both his life, and that of Martial
Arts/Law Enforcement history. The first was to join the Long Island Railroad Police, in which he promptly became one of the
most decorated law enforcement officials on the East Coast. The second was to bring the art of Ju-Jitsu to the United States
as the American representative of the world headquarters of the Hakko Ryu Hombu in Japan. The Shihan (Master) was also
chosen to represent Martial Arts at the 1963 World’s Fair.
After
retiring from the Railroad Police, Soke DePasquale served as corporate security director for several large corporations prior
to launching his own company called International Protection Systems Inc. As a whole, the company provided the business community
of New Jersey with excellent service, including, Investigations, Consulting, and Uniformed Professional Security Officers
Service. Soke"D" is a member of many professional organizations including the Fraternal Order of Police, American Society
of Law Enforcement Trainers, International Law Enforcement Association, Rockland County Shields and the National Law Enforcement
Association. Soke DePasquale Sr. has been recognized as a leading advocate for professionalization through extensive candidate
selection and training of the security officer service industry. Soke DePasquale has been profiled in New Jersey Business
Magazine, Who's Who in Law Enforcement, the Sunday Herald, and has also been featured on WCBS-TV, and WWOR-TV. He has also
been a licensed Private Detective since 1966.
HIGHLIGHTS
Soke DePasquale has been inducted
into the International Martial Arts Hall of Fame and has earned innumerable awards in the Martial Arts. Soke DePasquale has
been considered one of the top Ju-Jitsu parishioners in the world. He recently attended a Martial Arts exposition in Japan
as the guest of honor of the Japanese Federation. Along with his many honors and titles he also holds the title of Professor
of Martial Arts. Soke Michael DePasquale Sr. is in demand as a teacher, worldwide.
He continues to travel to all parts of the world teaching self-defense for the average citizen, police defensive tactics to
law enforcement agencies, such as the U.S. Marshall Service and the F.B.I., and the most advanced Martial Arts techniques
to Black Belts. He is an expert in cane and stick fighting style of Hepi-Ryu.
Soke DePasquale
and his wife, Josephine, A 2ND degree karate Black Belt, recently celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary.
They reside in River Vale, New Jersey and have four grown sons and one grandchild.
EXPERIENCE
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Handled diplomatic security during several administrations
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Played an integral role in the apprehension of several
criminal consortiums that had plagued the Long Island Railroad.
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Founded a Security company that provides security
for international corporations
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Trained several FBI and Law Enforcement personnel
COMMUNICATIONS/MEDIA
Soke
DePasquale has a tremendous background in all aspects of communications, especially as concerns Anti-Terrorist instruction
and bomb deactivation. His extensive Counter-Terrorist seminars have added to the knowledge base of Law enforcement
operatives throughout the nation.The Soke’s guest shots on his son, Ni Dai Soke Michael
DePasquale Jr's anti-crime cable TV show, sponsored by FUMA, further underscored and highlighted his incredible store of wisdom
regarding all things security.
Founder American Karate Association (AKA)
1964
Founder and Chief Instructor of the American Karate System (AKS) 1973
AKS Board Advisor and AKS World Council
Member 2004
September 22, 2006
Very sad news from Lathen, Germany . . .
It is with heavy hearts that we must inform you that Ernest Lieb and Charles Krum were involved in the
high-speed German train crash and did not survive. Also killed were Mattheas Augustijn, and Dagmar (Daggi) Wichterich
who were German A.K.S. students.
Sensei Lieb and Sgt. Krum were to attend a seminar hosted by the A.K.S. in Germany.
LATHEN, Germany - A high-speed magnetic train traveling at nearly 125 mph crashed
Friday (September 22nd) in northwestern Germany, killing 23 people in the first fatal wreck involving the high-tech system,
officials said.
The train, which runs primarily as a demonstration by its manufacturer, struck a maintenance vehicle
that was carrying two workers on the elevated track. Mangled wreckage hung from the 13-foot-high track, with seats and other
debris strewn below.
Police put the death toll at 23 after a search of the crash site, about a half-mile from the station
at the village of Melstrup. Officials also reported 10 people were injured.
The train runs four days a week on the
20-mile test track between Doerpen and Lathen near the Dutch border. The maintenance car was regularly used to check and clear
the elevated tracks of branches and other debris. The passengers were believed to be employees and their friends
and relatives.
Please pray for the families and friends of these dear people.
CONGRATULATIONS!!
On behalf of the W.M.A.F we would like to congratulate
Sensei MIke Woods
for running the Boston Marathon this year
Sensei mike ran with the Mass General Cistic Fibrosis
team which is near to his heart because his niece
Brooke is burdened with the disease .
Job Well Done!
WMAF Biz Seminar
On May 12, 2006 the World Martial Arts Federation will be presenting
a Business Seminar for all schools who wish to learn from a Shihan Don Rodrigues. Don started with all of the
basics and created one of the biggest and best Martial Art Schools on the East coast, the Don Rodrigues Karate Academy
in Warwick R.I. Don is the coach of one of the most
successful teams in sport karate (Team Paul Mitchell),
and the Promoter of the Ocean State Grand Nationals. Come to this seminar and learn how to make your school
grow!
All participants will receive a FREE copy of the marketing book,
"Guerilla Marketing," a must
read for all business owners!
Space is LIMITED and Pre-registration is required!
Date: May 5, 2006
Time: 10:00 a.m.
-1:00pm
Place: Rocky DiRico's School of Kenpo Karate
32 Mill st. Arlington MA 02474
Cost: $40.00-members
$50.00-non
members
For more information or to reserve your spot for the seminar call : Cheryl Nadaeu (617)721-4909 or Jacqui Pence
(978)815-0761
 
W.M.A.F. EVENT
September 10th 2:00
PM
Black Belt Seminar & Gathering
PRESENTED BY: JIM ALTY
SHIHAN
OPEN
TO ALL FEDERATION SCHOOLS
$25.00 PER PERSON
( APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE AT ORIENTAL GATEWAY OR CALL DIRECTLY WITH CREDIT CARD TO NEW HORIZON
KARATE AND MORE (508-852-3333)
Over Night Work Out!!!
On August 27, 2005 The Martial Arts Research Institute held its annual overnight
work out. The night was a huge success congratulations to Mike and May Williams for being true Martial Arts Hosts. The
night began at approximetly 9:00pm with about 35 martial artists from around New England from many different styles including
Kenpo/Kempo, WingChun, AMOK!
Knife Fighting Guild, Combat Sambo and submission wrestling. Some of our own Federation people
(Cheryl Nadeau , Kevin Pence, John Savage and Nathan Porter) were in attendence to show support to Guru Mike and May.
Each guest brought a favorite dish for a late night dinner and also taught something from there own schools curriculum.
This was a true melting pot of Martial Arts Excellence.
ADVANCED MARTIAL ARTS TRAINING!!!!!
A SEMINAR PRESENTED BY THE W.M.A.F
Who- Shihan Jim Alty
When- AUGUST 20, 2006
Time- 1:00PM- 3:00PM
Cost- $30.00 per person
Place- Pence Self-Defense
226 Cambridge St.
Burlington Ma. 01803
Open to all W.M.A.F. school owners and their senior instructors of 3rd degree and up. This seminar
is for the martial artist who is interested in training for the benefit of there future advancement in the martial arts and
to secure the knowledge that they currently posses. This will be the first of several training seminars offered by the W.M.A.F..
Our goal is to be able to offer you the martial artist the ability to continue your martial arts education while running your
own schools. This will also be a time for meeting other members and maybe be able to do some cross training. Space is very
limited so get your registration in now. If you have any questions please contact: Jacqui Pence(978) 815-0761 or Cheryl Nadeau
(617) 721-4909
R.I.P.
1941-2006
David
German recently celebrated his fiftieth year in the Martial Arts at age sixty-three and is recognized as
a Judan, tenth degree, by over 20 worldwide martial arts organizations. He wrote, directed and starred in a television instructional
series that ran over 700 half-hour segments from 1974-1981 (hint: The Art of Karate with...?). He is considered the highest
paid martial demo performer in America, performing over a thousand martial shows in Las Vegas during the years 1962 to the
present, as well as spending eight years performing a martial segment for the Las Vegas extravaganza Lido De Paris. He's an
award-winning inventor of martial training equipment, a sports columnist, a radio personality and past president of the U.S.
Stuntman's Association. He is a California state-licensed boxing trainer and owner of a rarely-licensed boxing gym. He has
a series of four video tapes available through Panther Productions. He was featured on the cover of BLACK BELT Magazine twice
in 1981 (once as the featured cover practitioner).
W.M.A.F. MEMBERS TRAVEL ABROAD
The Martial Arts Research Institute adventure in South East Asia began Friday the 7th of Oct. Jakarta, Indonesia /
Negros and Manila, Pillippines. The group of Artist know as the M. A. R. I. Delegates included eight members from many different
M.A. backgrounds. The cultural and historical side of the trip alone was worth the long flights to the other side of the world
but, not as exciting as the training we received from some of the worlds most respected martial arts masters!
The more than two weeks of training was with ; Guru Drs. Edward Lebe in the art of Baringin Sakti. The art
of Oido De Caburate Arnis with Grandmaster Abraham Gubaton. Dekiti Tirsai Siradas Kali with Grand Tuhon "Jerson Nene" Tortal.
 
From the out-skirts of Jakarta in a Martial Arts University built and run by the Government to the Mountains
of Ma-ao the people treated us like Kings. All of this was done with Thanks to May & Mike Williams, who ran this trip
and are celebrating the 10th year of this adventure to S.E. Asia.
FRIDAY evening, November 18, 2005
FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY!!
Two seminars for one great price.
Everyone attending MUST be pre-registered!! Call
now to reserve your spot!
SEMINAR WITH NI DAI SOKE MICHAEL DEPASQUALE, JR.
Also, Martial Arts Historian: Joe "Kenpo Joe" Rebelo
WMAF Members: $40.00
Non-Members:$50.00
Time:6:30pm-10:30pm
Place: Rocky
DiRico's School of Kenpo Karate 32 Mill St. Arlington,
MA
To reserve your spot (call and leave a message with
# of people attending):
Cheryl Nadeau 617-721-4909
Jacqui Pence 978-815-0761
All payment is due at the seminar. Checks payable
to WMAF, Inc. or CASH
For Immediate Release from;
The World Martial Arts Federation,
Inc.
The World Martial Arts Federation is proud to announce the promotion of
Shihan Don Spink to the rank of 7th
Degree Black Belt in Kempo Karate.
Shihan Don Spink was promoted by Shihan Jim Alty with special
permission from the
Karazenpo Go Shinjutsu Black Belt Society. Shihan Alty is a Sr. Advisor to that organization and has been in close contact
with
them for special approval for Shihan Spinks promotion.Shihan Spink has been teaching and studying the martial arts
for more than 30 years. He is Head Master for the East Coast Martial Arts Academys and has been one of the main driving forces
behind the success of the W.M.A.F. tournaments and the The World Martial Arts Federation, Inc. as an organization. He was
one of the 3 founding members of the World Martial Arts Federation, Inc. and helped it grow to what it is today. We would
like to congratulate Shihan Spink and wish him continued success in the martial arts.
6th ANNUAL WEAPONS OPEN IN THE PARK
Shihan Nesta will hold a weapons siminar on the kama, bo, sai, jo, tonfa, bokken, & escrema
This will be an introduction to handling, techniques and form.
Fun for all levels. Bring your own weapons. Drinks & refreshments provided. Date: Sunday Sept. 11 2005
Cost:$40.00
Location; Pine Banks park.
Main St. (Malden / Melrose line)
Meet at Nick Cerio's Kenpo
525 Main St. Malden Ma. @ 830am
781 397 8090
THE FUTURE IS YOUR HANDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The World Martial Arts Federation is presenting a seminar on student retention and back
to school programs. The seminar will be offered by Shihan Robert "Tokyo Joe" Lamatina and Shihan Tim Barchard Of Tokyo Joe's
of Derry N.H. . These two men have over 40 years in the martial arts and have won national titles in Karate. Shihan Tim has
one of the biggest money making schools in New England. They will both be sharring some of these ideas with us. Do not miss
this opportunity to increase your student base and learn some new things to try at your own schools.
Space is limited!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Place: Rocky Di Rico's School of Kenpo Karate
32 Mill Street
Arlington Ma.
Time: 10:oo am- 1:00pm
Cost: $30.00
For more information call : Jacqui Pence -978-815-0761
Cheryl Nadeau-781-721-4909
A Letter from North Reading Martial Arts
Dear Studio
Owners/Chief Instructors,
We would like to take this opportunity to introduce ourselves; we are North
Reading Martial Arts. Our studio is new to the World Martial Arts Federation but not the Martial Arts.We have been in business since 1985 and Bruce and I have been studying the martial arts for over 20 years and are looking forward to working with all of you.
We are hosting a Sai clinic with 9 th Degree Black Belt Shihan Joe Nesta. This clinic
will be held on Saturday, June 4, 2005 from 1pm to 3pm at our North Reading Studio. We would
like to extend an invitation to you and your students with opportunity to participatein this clinic.The cost of the clinic is $35 (Pre-registration until May 28, 2005). After May 28th to June4th, the day of the clinic, the cost is $45. This price
does not include Sais. Sais will be available, in limited supply to purchase, the day of the clinic from
us. If you wish to reserve a pair, give us a call to ensure we have enough for all that need them. Space is limited; sign up early to ensure your spot. If you or any of your students have any questions, do not hesitate to contact
us directly at (978) 664-0256. Thank you in advance for
your participation and making this clinic a great success.
Yours in Kenpo,
Master Bruce and Brett Gonsalves
click here to download app for Nesta clinic
click here to download poster for Nesta clinic
Chuck Norris
kick-a-thon
Dear WMAF Federation Members,
We
have an update on the packages that you received in the mail last week about the kick-a-thon project. After recently speaking
with Don Rodrigues, he better explained how these events will work with the WMAF schools.
Each school needs to hold their
kick-a-thon no later than the third week in February. Once your event is held have all checks & payments made payable
to your school. Once all money is collected you in turn will make a single check
payable to "KickStart Foundation". Each
school owner will receive a jacket and each top student who brings in the most money will receive a jacket. All the schools
who hold an event will be able to be included in the WMAF pictures we take with Chuck Norris. At the evening show, the amount
of funds raised will be announced. This donation will be presented as one WMAF donation COMBINING all of our schools. Thus
separating us from the 20 other schools that were previously invited. If you have any further questions please feel free to
call either Jacqui Pence 877-527-2838 or Cheryl Nadeau 617-721-4909. We will be calling all schools the first week
in February so that we know what date you will be holding your event. Please feel free to send us pictures and or write ups
about your event, including your top fund raising student, so we can put it on the WMAF websight & newsletter. Thank you
for your anticipated cooperation and have fun!
War at the Shore
This past
Jan 15 2005 two of our W.M.A.F. members; Shihan Paul Cervizzi , and Sensei Kevin Pence where inducted it to
the Action Martial Mag. Arts Hall of Fame
On Sunday, January 16th, the Action "WAR AT THE SHORE,"
will take place at the Tropicana. We have arranged for a noted local organization to host this nationally rated open tournament
for your enjoyment. Win or lose, it promises to be a memory never forgotten. with 2 New Partners Master Don Rodriques
& Tom Festa ( 2 of the Best Tournament Promoters In the World)
The ACTION TRADE SHOW & EXPO offers TV & film
celebrities, stage shows, demonstrations, products and services to suite the professional martial artists, as well as Law
Enforcement and/or security minded individuals and fans (Scheduled Booths DEA FBI FOP STATE POLICE ETC). The show boasts the
largest worldwide following of international martial arts legends, as well as huge assortment of actors, directors and stunt
people from some of the most notable Action TV, Film or Stage genre. Literally every Action oriented Publication is represented
and give aways and product offerings abound.
(A portion Of the Proceeds will be donated to The Fraternal order of Police)
As Being Noticed as One of the Largest
& Most Elite Martial Arts events In the World . The Weekend has been chosen to be filmed for Worldwide TV Cable Broadcasting.
Some of the people at this years dinner.....Don The Dragon Wilson, Dan The Beast
Severn, Frank Shamrock, Bill Superfoot Wallace, Joe Lewis,Stephen
Hayes
Michael DePasquale Jr Tom
Peteri CDT,Gary Wasniewski
Gary Alexander, John Pelligrini
Mark Shuey Cane Master
Rick Tucci Kathy
Long Plus Tom Festa, Guy Cason, Frank Corbo, Stephen Kaufman, Kimo Ferraria, Grm Choi, George Lim,
David Ortiz, and More.
Plus 20
Main Stage Shows with some of the Worlds Best
(Grm R Duncan, Chip Townson, Grm
H. Velez, Grm Braff , Grm S Gamma , Kum Sung , John Whitman Krav Maga, Ralph Bergamo just
to name a few)25 FREE Seminars in All
$25 for a 2 day entrane fee to the Expo
Trade show
with 75 Vendor booths
Professor Nick Cerio Legacy Memorial
Mark your calendars! The event everyone has been waiting
for has finally arrived. A day of recognition and celebration in honor of one of the most influential people in the
Kenpo world, Professor Nick Cerio. On Saturday, January 29, 2005, at the Royal Plaza Hotel in Marlborough,
Massachusetts, the Professor Nick Cerio Legacy Memorial will take place. Nick Cerio's Kenpo is most honored to have
the following Masters join us in our salute to Professor Nick Cerio and his legacy:
Shihan Fumio Demura - Shito Ryu
Tadashi Yamashita, Hanshi
- Shorin Ryu
Master Bill Chun, Jr. - Goshinjutsu Kai Kenpo/Chinese Kempo
For more information about the Professor Nick Cerio
Legacy Memorial, including schedules, accommodations, and price, please click here.
The event will be limited to the first 400 people for the
seminars and 350 people for the evening celebration/awards dinner. It is strongly advised that you register early
as this event is expected to sellout quickly. For further information, please click on the but
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