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How far would you drive for 1 idea that could be worth 10,000 ?

This seminar can show you how to do that

Come see how !

 

WMAF Summer Business Seminar

June 12, 2009

Dandelion Green Rest. Burlington Ma.

Cost: $40.00

Time : 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Facilitators:

Shihan Don Rodrigues

Professor Tim Barchard

Master Tom Donahue

Shihan Don Rodrigues - 9th Dan Black Belt and founder of Oki-ryu Kenpo. He has been teaching Kenpo in RI over 35 years. His topic will be: In house Promotions to advertise your school with little cost and increase your revenue.

Professor Tim Barchard - 6th Dan, His topic will be : Summer Fun Fest.

Keeping students motivated and excited thru the summer to give them momentum for back to school.

Master Tom Donahue- 5th Dan Black Belt, His topic will be: Birthday Parties in the Dojo.He will show us why he has such a successful approach to birthday parties at the Dojo.

This is the Seminar you do not want to miss a combination of smart business ideas to bring your dojo to the next level and open doors you never thought where possible. Please contact Jacqui Pence (978-815-0761) to reserve your spot. Pre- registration is required !

These seminars are one of the main reasons the Federation was created. It is our goal to help the schools grow and prosper in business as well as opening the door to each other for cross training.

         WMAF Fall Tournament
    Sunday  Nov 1, 2009


Demo Team Competition

This years fall tournament will be held on: November 1, 2009

The World Martial Arts Federation Will Hold Its First Demo Team Competition !

8 Teams will be Accepted

(The first 8 teams that register and pay no later than August 1, 2009 will be accepted.)

Musical Performance

(No longer than 5 minutes points will be deducted if a team goes over.)

No more than 10 members on a team

(All teams must be comprised of children 17 and under)

The cost will be $150.00 Team entry

We will award 1st thru 4th with Special team

trophy’s ( each team member will receive a trophy )

In addition they will receive a plaque to hang in the school .

All other teams will recieve Medals

Competition will start promptly at 8:30 a.m.

Register Now Space is limited!

If you have any questions call Jacqui: 978-815-0761


Place: Reggie Lewis Athletic Center Boston, MA

Start Time: 8:30am  Demo Team competition Then All Events

THIS IS A GREAT EVENT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY !

ALL COMPETITORS RECEIVE A PARTICIPATION TROPHY !

Youth competitors receive a gift bag at the door 

 Adult winners receive swords 1st-4th PLace          
Spectator Tickets
                                                                 
Competitor  Fees

 $10 FOR AGES 13 AND UP                         $40 FOR 1ST EVENT & $10 EACH ADD’L  $5 FOR AGES 6-12

 AT THE DOOR:

CHILDREN 5 AND UNDER ARE FREE!   $50 FOR 1ST EVENT & $10EACH ADD’L. EVENT

Directions to the Reggie Lewis Athletic Center (1350 Tremont Street Roxbury, MA):

Take Route 93 to the Mass. Ave./Roxbury Exit and follow the signs to Melnea Cass Boulevard

From Melnea Cass Boulevard, follow to the end and go left onto Tremont Street (Police Headquarters will be on right)

Continue on Tremont Street, about ½ a mile, Reggie Lewis Center is on left

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE WORLD MARTIAL ARTS FEDERATION:

VISIT US ON THE WEB AT:   wmafonline.com

 Jacqui Pence (978) 815-0761 or Cheryl Nadeau (617) 721-4909


WMAF Fall Seminar:

October 24, 2008

WMAF will be holding a seminar on October 24, 2008 at Pence Self-Defense Academy in Burlington Ma.. We will be featuring two special guest speakers:

Kevin Kearns : has been professionally involved in the fitness industry for over twenty years. A graduate of the University of Massachusetts, Boston, he was trained by Dr. David Thomas.

he has been professionally involved in the fitness industry for over twenty years. A graduate of the University of Massachusetts, Boston, he was trained by Dr. David Thomas.

He is certified by the NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association) and is a Functional Movement Screen (FMS) Certified Specialist. Recently, he was certified a FreeMotion Master Trainer. His commitment to fitness is both unique and compelling.

Kevin will be showing schools how to incorporate fitness programs into the Karate schools and help fight one of the countries biggest epidemic of child obesity.

Shihan Jim Alty : has owned an operated his school in West Boylston for over 20 years.

His success and dedication to the martial arts has made him successful not only as a teacher but as a businessman. Shihan is one of the founding members of the WMAF and continues to be a

valued consultant to the WMAF. He has developed a merit system for his students that every school should learn. You will truly be intrigued.

October 24, 2008 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Members: $35.00

Non-Members- $50.00

Space is very limited so call now to reserve your spot.

All participants must be pre-paid .

This is one you don’t want to miss!!

Call now: Jacqui-978-815-0761

The Federation holds these seminars in an effort to help our our Federation schools grow

not only in student base but also with innovative new business ideas. We bring in special guests that have traveled around the country spending thousands of dollars for their own enrichment. These generous people come back to us and share what they have learned.

We try to keep these costs low as you can see for our members. Truly everyone should be taking advantage of these opportunities. We will be adding many more seminars this year but we need to have more participation from our members in order to keep these prices so low. Hopefully we will peak your curiosity and thirst for growth and success.

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 10, 11, and 12th. 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

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.




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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

PMAA

 

 

 

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
 
 

PMAA

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

Pence Self-Defense

 
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!

      

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 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

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

GM Jerson "Nene" Tortal and Dan I

Filipino Martial Arts Seminar
Arnis Kali Escrima
 Tuhon Grandmaster Jerson "Nene" Tortal
Saturday, November 4, 2006
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 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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Guru Lebe

 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
Michael DePasquale Sr. 1925 - 2006

 

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

  • Handled diplomatic security during several administrations
  • Played an integral role in the apprehension of several criminal consortiums that had plagued the Long Island Railroad.
  • Founded a Security company that provides security for international corporations
  • 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.

 

 

 

Ernest Lieb 10th dan

 

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.
 
 
 

 

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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
 

Shihan Spink

 
 
 
 
 
 
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.

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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).

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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.

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May & Mike Williams

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 9th 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

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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 button of your choice to the left.  If you would like to request a Legacy Memorial Poster,  please go to the Contact Us page and send your request.

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Legacy Memorial Updates

 

1.  The following Master's have been invited to attend the Professor Nick Cerio Legacy Memorial to be honored for their contribution to the development of Nick Cerio's Kenpo.
(click highlighted name for bio)


* Grandmaster S. George Pesare
* Sijo Victor 'Sonny' Gascon 
(although not one of Professor Cerio's teachers, Sijo Gascon is being invited due to his founding of Karazenpo Goshinjutsu, of which Professor Cerio had his Kenpo start and went on to develop his own system.)
* Grandmaster Ernie Lieb
* Sifu Gee Gin Soon (Gin Soon Chu)
* Ed Parker, Jr. (? title)
(Mr. Ed Parker, Jr. is being invited on behalf of his father, SGM Ed Parker, Sr., with whom Professor Cerio had a near twenty year relationship with and whose input helped in the formation of Nick Cerio's Kenpo.)

 

2.  The following students and colleagues of Professor Cerio are being invited to the Legacy Memorial to be recognized for their efforts in keeping Professor Nick Cerio's name alive.  This list is NOT all inclusive.  If you feel their has been a name omitted in error, please email us with the person's name and contact information.  This list is in NO particular order:
(Contact information is needed for those names listed in red.  Please email any information you may have on these people so that they may receive their invitations.)
Cerio, Nancy Lee Weeden, Maryann
Sheeley, Mark O'Donnell, Kevin
Cerio, William Smith, Peter Joey
Coutu, Eugene Smith, Dee Marie
Rodrigues, Don Powers, Bill
Verigan, Georganne David, Walter
Martin, Larry S.L. Rowe, Walter
Chamberlain, Nick Agostini, John
Rubiano, John Erlandson, Ray
Carmody, Thomas Nesta, Joseph
Shuras, Joseph Lombardi, Stephen
Shuras, Kathy Thibault, George
Nohelty, Robert Mayo, Paul
Bryant, James Assumpico, Ann
Burton, Michael Beauchamp, Rick
DiRico, Rocky Fournier, Hank
Fescina, Richard Villari, Fredrick J.
Duncan, Rudy Armstrong, Norman
Corrigan, Bruce Schatvet, Steve
LeClair, Rick Curtin, Paul
Sullivan, Larry D'Allessandro, Allan
Golden, Mark Moran, Rick
Keefe, John Marciarelli, William
Micciche, Paul Murnane, Don
Scaduto, Jason Merriman, Chuck
Hart, Glenn Budd, Ed
Biancuzzo, Sam Lynn, Robert
Pantazi, Evan Collins, Michaela
Cerio, Cheri 
(
on behalf of Frank Cerio)
Leidke, Robert

DIRECTIONS:

 Take exit 24b off Interstate 495. Hotel is one mile on the right

40 miles from Boston and Providence; 60 miles from Hartford

Hotel and Trade Center
Best Western Royal Plaza
main  ballroom

World Martial Arts Federation, Inc.

Achievement and Distinction

HALL OF FAME

at

Jimmy's Allenhurst

Function Facility

6:00pm October 16th 2004

The World Martial Arts Federation Hall of Fame was created to recognize the achievements of professional martial artists throughout the world. It is an independent organization, which promotes and supports individual martial artists based on their achievements and contributions regardless of style or affiliation.

The Hall of Fame is for those people who have made outstanding achievement or significant contribution to the martial arts.The remarkable people listed in the Hall of Fame represent some of the most selfless martial artists in the United States. Induction into this elite group has been determined by ballots received from martial artist. The recipients of this award represent a tradition of W.M.A.F. ,recognition of years of stellar individuals and their furthering of the martial arts. May you find the tales of these excellent men and women as inspirational as we do.



DIRECTIONS

Inductee’s

 2004

Founding Members

James Alty, Joe Nesta, Jim Cormier, Don Spink, Craig Seavey and Rocky DiRico

Golden Life Time Achievement Award

Michael DePasquale Jr.

Don Rodrigues

Achievement and Distinction Inductee’s

Patricia Bickford - Female Instructor of The Year

Rui Rodrigues - Male Instructor of The Year

Suzanne DiGiammo - Female Sensei of The Year

Peter J. Smith - Male Sensei of The Year

Cheryl Nadeau - Female Martial Artist of The Year

Michael Woods - Kenpo Instructor of The Year

Bobby Lynn - Kenpo Master Instructor of The Year

Joe Shuras -  Male Master Instructor of The Year

Kathleen Shuras - Female Master Instructor of The Year

Paul Cervizzi -  Martial Arts Master Instructor of The Year

Alan D’Alessandro -Ken-Ryu Instructor of The Year

Lee Smith - Chinese Martial Artist Instructor of The Year

Robert Denault - Tactical Martial Artist of The Year

Rick Wong - Kung Fu Instructor of The Year

Michael Williams - South East Asian Arts Master of The Year

Kevin Pence Sr .- Male Martial Artist of The Year

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From Route 1 North Toward New Hampshire:
Exit 114 East Peabody to the right. Go approximately one mile and we are on the left hand side of the road.
From Route 128 North Toward Gloucester:
Exit 25B, head west on Middleton 114.
 We are approximately 2 miles on your right.

From 95 North:
Exit 47A (Peabody 114)Head east on 114
and we are approximately one mile on your left.
 
 
101 Andover St. • Rte. 114
Danvers, MA 01923

Phone: (978) 774-5200
Fax: (978) 774-1144

John MacDonald or Shawn MacLean
Function Managers


E-Mail: jallenhurst@earthlink.net

 
 
 

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. 12 2003
Location; Pine Banks park.
Main St. (Malden / Melrose line)
Meet at Nick Cerio's Kenpo
525 Main St. Malden Ma. @ 830am 
781 397 8090
 
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Michael DePasquale Jr.
Seminar
Pence Self-Defense and United Kempo Karate of Burlington 
is proud to host another COMBAT JU JITSU seminar.
 
Date - Oct. 15th  6:30pm
Price-$40.00
Place - 226 Cambridge St. Burlington Ma.
call for space for you and your students as space is limited to 25 Martial Artists
 
toll free at (877) KARATE-U.S.A.
1 (877) 527-2838
 
FOR THOSE OF YOU THAT HAVE BEEN TO A De PASQUALE DATE YOU KNOW HOW MUCH THERE IS TO LEARN, AND IF YOU HAVE NEVER SEEN MR. DePASQUALE IN ACTION YOU ARE IN FOR A TREAT!
 
Go to Pence Self-Defense site at
 
Michael DePasquale Jr.  A 9th Dan Yoshitsune Jujutsu Ni Dai Shihan; Black Belt Hakko Ryu Jujitsu , Publisher/Editor "Karate International Magazine."  inducted into over 15 Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Shihan DePasquale has published 10 books,20 videos, Action Films, King of the Kickboxers, American Shaolin, Blood Brothers, and The Power Within just to name a few. He has also taught the 1st Division of The Army Special Forces, F.B.I., U.S. Marshals, Postal Police, the New York City Police Academy and many other law enforcement personnel . 
 
 
 

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 W.M.A.F. EVENT 
 Black Belt Seminar & Gathering 
 
SEPTEMBER 18, 2004-1:30 PM

     PRESENTED BY SHIHAN JIM ALTY

 With SHIHAN JOE REBELLO

OPEN TO ALL FEDERATION SCHOOLS

$25.00 PER PERSON

        1ST,2ND AND THIRD DEGREE BLACK BELTS IN ONE GROUP AND 4TH AND ABOVE IN TH OTHER GROUP.

( APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE AT ORIENTAL GATEWAY OR CALL DIRECTLY WITH CREDIT CARD TO NEW HORIZON KARATE AND MORE AT 

(508-852-3333)

Masters event

Silver Tiger Martial Arts Academy - formerly Lee Carl's Martial Arts, will be attending International Masters Tournament in New Jersey on July 24, 2004 for info please contact Master Lee Smith (401)438-7528 - P .O. Box 14534, E. Prov, RI 02914

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Wow!!
 
That was the word of the day at the seminar held at Shihan Nesta's school on Saturday May 22, 2004
On the first floor the room was   
flying with Bo's and on the second floor which  the Arnis stick where clicking.
The sai were used as a take away in defense of the bo sweat flying faces smiling.
 
We would like to thank all who came to show support and also Shihan Nesta who has once again showed that he is not only willing but  also very able!
 
 
Print and Post me!!!!

W.M.A.F

Presents!!!

Shihan Joe Nesta,9th Dan

Traditional Weapons Seminar

on the Bo

Saturday May 22,2004 Time:2:30-4:30

Cost: $40.00

Place:Nesta's Kenpo Karate

525 Main St . Malden Ma.

For more info. call toll free:1-877-527-2838 Ask for Jacqui:

KICK-IT!

SPRING 2004 TOURNAMENT

ON SUNDAY APRIL 25,2004 WMAF HELD ITS SPRING 2004 TOURNAMENT AT THE REGGIE LEWIS CENTER IN BOSTON.

 THIS YEAR WAS ONE OF THE BEST TOURNAMENTS TO DATE.WITH MANY CHANGES TO THE LAY-OUT OF THE TOURNAMENT THINGS WENT MUCH SMOOTHER AND FASTER THIS YEAR.WITH OVER 500 COMPETITORS A LOT OF BRAIN STORMING AND HARDWORK WAS DONE. PLEASE E- MAIL US WITH ANYTHING YOU WOULD LIKE TO SEE CHANGE STAY THE SAME OR JUST COMMENT ON . THIS WILL ONLY HELP US ALL!

W.M.A.F. WOULD ESPECIALLY LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE FOR THEIR DEDICATION AND TIME TO MAKE THIS ONE OF THE BEST TOURNAMENTS ON THE EAST COAST.  DON SPINK, KEVIN CROSSEN, LISA CROSSEN, JIM CORMIER,  JACQUI PENCE, KEVIN PENCE, CHERYL NADEAU, NATHAN PORTER, AND ALL THE BLACK BELT RING COORDINATORS, JUDGES,SCORE KEEPERS AND TIME KEEPERS. LETS KEEP UP THE HARD WORK AND GET READY FOR THE FALL 2004 TOURNAMENT.

Shihan Fumio Demura
1st Seminar of 2004

On Saturday, January 31, 2004, Shihan Fumio Demura will be making a rare appearance in Massachusetts.  In what promises to be a memorable experience, Shihan Demura will be conducting two action packed seminars covering unarmed self defense and the Bo Staff.  Both seminars are open to beginner and advanced students of all ages.  All participants will need to bring their own Bo Staff and tuition will cover both seminars.  Don't miss this opportunity to meet and train with a martial arts legend.  (Due to space, the seminar is limited to 100 participants.)

Date: Saturday, January 31, 2004

Place: Littleton High School Gym,
           Litteton, Massachusetts

Time: 2:30-4pm - Unarmed Self Defense
                4-5:30pm - Bo Staff (bring your own)

Tuition: $60 prior to January 15, 2004
                     $80 after January 15, 2004

1 (978) 985-2900

Nick Cerio's Kenpo
PO Box 5
Littleton, MA  01460-0005

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NEW JIU-JITSU SHODANS
           ON OCTOBER 16, 2003 THREE STUDENTS FROM NEW
HORIZON WHERE TESTED BY SHIHAN JIM ALTY.  THEY ARE  PATTY BICKFORD, SHAWN BICKFORD AND JEFF HARRIS, CONGRATULATIONS TO THESE THREE WHO WHERE PROMOTED TO 1ST DEGREE IN JIU-JITSU.


Find your true roots.

Guest Master Instructor Joe Rebelo, Kyoshi

original kempo/kenpo combos Most of what we teach STARTED HERE!

This is a must for anyone who studies or has ever studied kenpo or kempo. The original techniques and history of kenpo/kempo.

Location: New Horizon Karate West Boylston, MA

Date: Feb. 29th, Sunday  (Leap Year)

Time: 1:00 PM

Call: Jim at (508) 852 - 3333

Fee: $35.00 before 2/21/04   After 2/21/04 $50.00

TO ALL WMAF MEMBERS:

ON FEB 27th, 2004 FROM 10:00AM-12:PM A BUSINESS-WORKOUT MEETING WILL BE HELD AT EAST COAST MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY 8 UN ION STREET SOUTH WEYMOUTH MA 02190.

THE MEETING WILL BE HOSTED BY SHIHAN DON SPINK. EVERY MEMBER IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE A MORE POSITIVE ATTENDANCE BY OUR MEMBERS. THERE ARE ALOT OF UPCOMING EVENTS THAT WE WOULD LIKE TO GO OVER. WE  WILL ALSO NEED SOME NEW VOLUNTEERS TO HELP US OUT . PLEASE R.S.V.P. BY JANUARY 26, 2004 . SHIHAN SPINK HAS REQUESTED THAT EVERY ONE BRING A SHINAI TO THE MEETING FOR THE WORK-OUT.

YOURS IN THE ARTS, JACQUI PENCE

R.S.V.P.- 1 877 KARATE-USA  877 527 2838

WORK IT OUT!
THERE WILL BE A BIZ SEMINAR /  WORK -OUT ON THE 7th of November @ 10:00am - 12pm in West Boylston Ma.
 Members wishing to attend should contact Shihan Jim Alty at New Horizon Karate in West Boylston. (508)852-3333 or  877 KARATE-USA. The cost for World Martial Arts Federation members is $10 .

From the Massachusetts Turnpike (Rt. 90):
Take exit 10 onto Route 290 East. Follow Route 290 to exit 19, Route 190. Take exit 4 off Route 190. At the end of the ramp, turn left onto West Boylston St. (Rt. 12). New Horizon Karate and More is in the CVS Plaza on the left.

From Rt. 2:
Take exit 33 onto Route 190. Take exit 4 off Route 190. At the end of the ramp, turn left onto West Boylston St. (Rt. 12). New Horizon Karate and More is in the CVS Plaza on the left.

"Tournament Time"

Mr. Wallace

Super Seminar
 
NIGHT OF LEGENDS
 SUNDAY OCTOBER 26TH  4:00 PM
REGGIE LEWIS CENTER - BOSTON MA.
TWO LIVING LEGENDS
BILL "SUPERFOOT " WALLACE
& Christine Bannon-Rodriques
 
ONE NIGHT ONLY TO TRAIN WITH THE BEST.
BRING YOUR FIGHTING GEAR AND A CAMERA!
 W.M.A.F. MEMBERS PRE PRICE $45 &
 NON MEMBERS PRE PRICE  $55
AT THE DOOR $75
FOR MORE INFO CALL 781 933 0931

New Black Belt Ranks

New Horizon Karate had it's semi-annual black belt review and seminar on September 13th from 1:00 - 3:00. Thirty one students and instructors from Massachusetts attended the event. Guest Master Instructor Joe Rebelo, Kioshi taught one of the original kempo/kenpo sets Monkey Dancing. Following the review some students were tested for

Black Belt and Degrees of black belt.
Achieving their 1st Degree Black Belt were:
Ashley Gordon - Black Belt
Alicia Gordon - Black Belt
Eric Reguera - Black Belt
Hari Chelvan - Black Belt - From New York
Brian Dillon - Black Belt

Achieving their 2nd Degree Black Belt were
Matthew Polnerow - 2nd Degree Black Belt
Larry Owens - 2nd Degree Black Belt

Achieving his 4th Degree Black Belt - From Burlington, Ma.
Kevin Pence - 4th Degree Black Belt Yondan

NEWS FLASH!!!
 THEIR WILL BE A JUDGES MEETING FOR THE W.M.A.F. TOURNAMENT ON 11th OF OCTOBER 2PM AT UNITED KEMPO KARATE BURLINGTON. ALL W.M.A.F. SCHOOL OWNERS AND JUDGES ARE URGED TO COME AND SHOW THERE SUPPORT FOR THE FEDERATION. WE ARE ALSO LOOKING FOR ANY RANKED STUDENTS OR PARENTS WHO WOULD LIKE TO HELP WITH SCOREKEEPING AND TIMEKEEPING AT THE EVENT TO SIGN-UP NOW SO THAT THE OWNERS MAY LET US KNOW ABOUT HOW MANY WE CAN COUNT ON. THANKS FOR YOUR ON GOING SUPPORT AND WE WILL SEE EACH OTHER SOON!
GOT A ? PLEASE CONTACT SENSEI KEVIN OR JACQUI
UNITED KEMPO KARATE
226 Cambridge st. Burlington Ma. 01803 
TOLL FREE (877) KARATE-U.S.A. 
                      877 527- 2838

BROADSWORD

ANNUAL WEAPONS OPEN IN THE PARK
Shihan Joe 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. 7 2003
Location; Pine banks park.
Main St. (Malden / Melrose line)
Meet at Nick Cerio's Kenpo
525 Main St. Malden Ma. @ 830am 
781 397 8090


Shihan Jims web-site

 
For Immediate Release:
Master Jim Alty has studied the martial arts for more than 30 yrs.  He is an 8th Degree Black Belt.  Master Alty is the chief instructor of New Horizon Karate in West Boylston,  MA. and has been awarded the title of Shihan in the martial arts. Jim Alty is to be inducted into the USMA International Hall of Fame as the Most Outstanding Master of 2003. The induction will be held on July 26, 2003.  
New Horizon Karate is not just in business to make money but to make a difference in people's lives. Master Alty believes the Martial Arts are about giving back. "Too many schools have taken from the arts and not treated students fairly. School are either brutal or give away belts based on attendance. Neither of these is right" say Master Alty. "The truth is you have to earn your belt and achieve YOUR OWN SUCCESS." It took me 30 years of study and lessons to make it this far.  I still study and take lessons each week.  The martial arts do not start and stop with a punch or a kick.  Learning to achieve and accept success is a beginning and the end.
 
 
 

I.S.K.A. CHAMPS
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CONGRATS!!!!

"Close the gap and make them Tap!"
ISKA World Submission Grappling Championships Orlando, Florida July 13, 2003.
 Sensei Cheryl of Choices Martial Arts took the Women's Division ISKA World Grappling Championship.Sensei Nathan Porter (also of Choice Martial Arts) won the Bantamweight Division Championship.
Congrats to both from all of us at the W.M.A.F.!!!!!!

NEWS FLASH!!!
 
 THERE WILL BE A BLACK BELT REVIEW /  WORK -OUT ON THE 13th of SEPTEMBER @ 1:00pm
 Black belt and 1st deg. brown Martial artists of all ages are invited to take part in this event. All martial arts students from any school or style will benefit from this Reveiw. Students wishing to attend should contact Shihan Jim Alty at New Horizon Karate in West Boylston. or call (508)852-3333. The cost for World Martial Arts Federation members is $25 .

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