Friday April 2,2010
ACS Karate is proud to presnt Sifu Gary McGhee Seminar 9th degree Black Belt under
Grandmaster Tomas Connor Sr. and Traco Interationl.
Saturday April 17th 2010
12 pm - 2 pm
All students are eligible to attend,
fegardless of rank and style.
don't miss your chance to train with
a legend in Chinese Kenpo!
Only $50 to attend
$45 prepaid by 4/10/2010
ACS Karate
1987 W. Elliot Rd suite #1
Chandler, AZ 85224
480 - 968 - 2068
www. acskarate.com
Wednesday April 15,2009
Belt promotions for March 2009
Jim Tulin - GSWS 2nd Brown
Brian Jacome - Yellow
Jace Beveridge - Yellow
Jued Kolbeck - Yellow
Jerry Porter - GSWS 3rd Brown
Great work everyone! Keep up the dedicated training!
Saturday March 14, 2009
Belt promotions for January 2009
Daniel Opie - 1st Brown
Jim Tulin -GSWS Green
Dusty Hock - Orange
Joe Harris - Blue stripe
Belt promotions for February 2009
Jim Tulin - GSWS 1st Brown
Lisa Renner - Orange
Dylan Burbank - Yellow
Gage Beveridge - Yellow
Jon Lockett - Blue
Michael Hahn - Yellow
Saturday February 21, 2009
Sorry it took some time for us to post the list of the latest belt promotions. As most of you know, we have had major problems with our computer for the last month or two, making hard for me to get on to website to do this.
Belt promotions for November 2008
Dakota Bradley - Purple stripe
Mallory Holland - Purple
Taimur Burki - 3rd Brown
Morgan Cislini - Green
Geoff Wall - Green
Aseem Kumar - 1st Black (GSWS)
David Waite - 3rd Black
Nizhoni Saenz - Purple
Parker McCarthy - Orange
Kyler Chiago - Yellow
Belt promotions for December
Carlos Sedano - Purple stripe
Catherine Araza - Yellow (MCC)
Andrea Harris - Yellow (MCC)
Ronald Walker - Blue stripe
Jim Tulin - Purple (GSWS)
Kylie Hunts-In-Winter - Purple
Ryan Olmstead - Green (GSWS)
Jason Devening - Blue
Tigran Norekian - 1st Brown
Makayla Curley - Purple
Maonday November 10, 2008 Thanks to everyone that came and participated in the ACS Fall Classic. We had a nice little turnout. Thank you to Mr. Craig Palm, Ken Benturk, and Geoff Wall who helped with setting up the rings. Special thanks to Mr. Rudy Flores, Tim Hunts - In - Winter, and Parker McCarthy who were tossed into the fire and had to learn how to score the kata and kumite divisions at the last minute. You did a grate job, hope you can help us at the next tournament we have in the spring.
We would also like to thank all the Black belts that helped to make the day a successful event. Congratulatins to the winners. see you in the spring.
Belt Promotions for October 2008
Nathan Bichler - Purple stripe
Jerry Porter - 3rd Black
David Van Wie - 3rd Brown
Dusty Houck - Yellow
Friday October 17,2008
Halloween is just around the corner, here are some safety tips for all you ghosts and goblins out there to make your night of trick or treating fun and safe.
1. Go with a group of friends and/or have a Mom or Dad go out with you. (Remember that there is safety in numbers)
2. Stay away from lit candles. Many costumes are not flame resistant and can catch fire easily. Also wear some reflective tape, so that you can be seen in the dark. Take a flashlight with you, too.
3. Stay in your neighborhood and go to only the houses that have their lights on both inside and outside.
4. Look both ways before crossing the street. Use the crosswalks and stay on the sidewalks.
5. Don't approch any cars or go with any starangers.
6. Don't go inside any houses unless you know the people that live there.
7. Try wearing make-up instead of a mask. It will be easier for you to see and you won't get too hot.
8. WALK! Don't run as you go from house to house.
9. Don't eat any of your candy until you get home and Mom or Dad have inspected it. Avoid candy that is loosely wrapped, punctured or homemade (unless you know the family that made it). Fruit should be washed and cut up before eating.
10. Remember to say thank you when you get your candy. Have a fun, safe night so you can come back to class Saturday morning.
Belt Promotions for August 2008
Jon Lockett - Blue stripe
Jason Devening - Blue stripe
Carlos Sedano - Orange
Makayla Curley - Purple stripe
Laura Eheart - Yellow
Jeanette Richter - 1st Black
Ryleigh Cislini - Blue stripe
Belt Promotions for September 2008
Samantha Knowles - Purple
Myron Curley - Purple stripe
Nathan Clark - Purple stripe
Richard (Jim) Palmer - 2nd Black
Friday, August 1, 2008
Belt Promotions for June 2008
Zane Tsamis - Yellow
Dakota Bradley - Orange
Michael Lemos - Purple stripe
Myron Curley - Orange
Aristotle Jaimes - Green
Karen Burns - 1st Black
Ildiko Fejes - 1st Black
Good work everyone sorry it took me some time to put you guys down..
....
Belt Promotions for July 2008
Roman Cordova - Orange
Parker McCarthy - Yellow
Gary Lovejoy -1st Black GSWS
Alex O'Rourke - Orange GSWS (Mr. Porter's)
Lyn Dutson - 1st Brown
Jaden Kalla - Yellow
John Saager - Purple
Kaden Brooks - Yellow
Amy Konowalik - Purple
Nizhoni Saenz - Purple stripe
Keep up your good work guys
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
CONGRATULATIONS TO KAREN BURNS AND ILDIKO FEJES ON EARNING THEIR BLACK BELTS
On Friday, June 13th, Karen Burns and Ildiko Fejes tested for their Shodan Level (1st Black) in Chinese Kenpo. Both of these ladies have been training with ACS for close to 10 years and have been diligently working towards this goal. Attaining the level of Shodan is a very difficult task that is reserved for the few who are willing to put in the time and effort that it takes to be an ACS Black Belt. Way to go ladies!
Belt Promotions for May 2008
Nathan Clark - Orange
Clayton Detweiler - Orange
Mark Prillwitz - Orange
Kylie Hunts-In-Winter - Purple Stripe
Fernando Perez - Blue
Jim Tulin - 3rd Black
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
ACS Karate gets BIG surprise
Sifu Gary McGhee was in town last week for a family function and surprised many people by "guest teaching"some of the classes on Thursday night 5/8/2008. Sifu and I had this pre-planned but I chose NOT to tell people about it in advance. I wanted to reward the students who showed up with something special.
Many times when my teachers come into town, there usually is a special clinic and an additional charge to train in the clinic. Not this time. I have had many positive comments from the students who were there and they all enjoyed the time spent with Sifu McGhee. I have also heard from students that were disappointed that they did not know about Sifu being here and teaching. Just come to classes and who knows what surprises may happen.
Sifu McGhee then turned around and surprised me by promoting me to 6th degree Black belt (Professor level) in Kenpo at the end of the Advanced class. It was truly unexpected.
On behalf of all of ACS, I want to thank Sifu McGhee for his generosity and help. God Bless.
Friday May 9, 2008
congratulations to all of you who belt tested in April, keep up the good work.
Billy Evans - Purple
Jon Lockett - Purple
Myron Curley - Orange stripe
Amy Konowalik - Purple stripe
Lisa Renner -Yellow
Wesley Hathcock - 1st Black JR.
Dylan Burbamk - Yellow stripe
David Eheart - Yellow
Joseph Harris - Purple stripe
Migule Lopez - Purple stripe
Makayla Curley - Orange
Nathan Bichler - Orange
Carlos Sedano - Orange stripe
Wednesday April 23rd, 2008
Wesley Hathcock Earns his Junior Black belt
On Saturday April, 12th Wesley Hathcock became the 1st Junior Black Belt promoted in the history of ACS Karate. There were over 30 people in attendance including his family & friends who came to watch his accomplishment. His test consisted of the 3 Black belt level katas as well as a through review of his previous material.
We are very proud of Wesley & encourage you to commend him the next time you see him.
Friday April 4th, 2008
Are you at risk for Gout?
I was reading the Sunday paper lately and came across this article; It seemed very appropriate to share with you because 4 of your dojo brothers have recently told me that they are suffering from this disease. Once again, this is from the Parade section of the Sunday paper (3-2-08).
Men who drink 2 sugar-sweetened soft drinks a day are at a 85% greater risk of suffering from gout, a painful condition that afflicts 1 in every 400 Americans. Research published recently in the British Medical Journal reveals that the fructose in many soft drinks raises blood levels of uric acid, whose crystals settle in the joints & inflame them.
The effect of frutose has not been determined in women. If you have gout or are vulnerable to it, add soft drinks to the list of foods to avoid, along with beer, red meat, yeast and oily fish.
In a gentle addition, drink water instead. Think of the needless calories you will avoid consuming and it is healthier for you anyways.
Master Fisher
March 2008 Belt Promotions
Morgan Cislini - Green stripe
Makayla Curley - Orange stripe
Nathan Clark - Orange stripe
Dakota Bradley - Orange stripe
Roman Cordova - Yellow
Geoffrey Wall - Green stripe
Mallory Holland - Purple stripe
Daniel Opie - Yellow GSWS
Jason Devening - Purple
Congratulations to all of you!!!!!
Wednesday March 26, 2008
Spring returns to the Valley
It's springtime in the valley. We had a cool winter and now it is starting to get nice and warm out. Now's the time to get out and explore the wonders of nature that the desert has to offer us before it gets to be too hot outside.
Remember when you go out for your hikes to bring plenty of water with you. Bring your cell phone to call for help if needed and always stay on the marked trails. Don't forget to put on some sun block and bring some bananas or oranges for a little break when you get to your destination.
There are plenty of places in the valley to go to for a short hike, such as South Mountain, Echo Canyon, and Papago Park out by the zoo. Get out and have some fun. Remember not to over do any hiking, so that you can be here working on your katas and techniques later. Also, remember to do some stretching before and after you are done.
Friday March 14, 2008
Happy St. Patrick's day have a fun and safe weekend, and if you will be attending any St. Pat's festivities remember to have a designated driver!!
Congratulations to the following students who passed their belt tests in February
Joseph Harris - Orange
Yasmeen Williams - Purple
John Saager - Purple Stripe
Eric Holland - Purple Stripe
Carlos Sedano - Yellow
Christy Bartlett - 2nd Brown
Makayla Curley - Yellow
Myron Curley - Yellow
Ryleigh Cislini - Purple
Tim Wilson - Yellow
Fernando Perez - Blue Stripe
Ari Jaimez - Green Stripe
Nizhoni Saenz - Orange
Kyle Williams - Orange
Ferris Saad - 3rd Brown
Mr. Kumar is named Student of the Year
Mr. Aseem Kumar was named ACS Karate’s student of the year for 2007. The ACS Student of the Year is voted on by the ACS coaching staff. It is awarded to a student who shows hard work and dedication in their training.
Mr. Kumar is an excellent example of hard work and dedication. Mr Kumar not only holds a 2nd Degree Black belt in Kenpo but he also has earned 3rd brown level in GSWS while training with ACS. He also attends Kick Boxing classes as well.
The student of the year is chosen from the twelve students of the month. The ACS coaches vote each month for the students they feel are showing the most hard work, dedication, and are devoting the time to their classes they attend.
Coaches are always looking for someone to vote for so, if you’re not already doing so, start working hard and coming to more classes. Who knows, maybe next year, YOU will be the Student of the Year at ACS.
Wednesday February 6, 2008
We would like to say thank you!
Acs would like to say thank you to all of you that took time to donate blood to the United Blood Services as well as to all of those who tried to donate! United Blood Services has a strict donation protocol that included restrictions from being recently out of the country to having a low iron count.
Your time and effort was greatly appreciated; not only were you able to help a great number of people but you also had the opportunity to attend Grandmaster McNeill's clinic and learn the Radial Cut set using the knife. Grandmaster also taught a special new drill using the Radial Cut set as it's initial platform.
Mr. Kamron Lovgren of San Tan Karate (Mr. Craig Palm's school) received a cool cane as a prize for coming up with a name for the drill that Grandmaster McNeill taught. Grandmaster McNeill brought an extra special cane along with him to give to anyone who could come up with a creative name for the drill that Grandmaster approved of. Mr. Lovgren suggested calling it "Dancing Blades" and Grandmaster McNeill really liked the name.
Student of the Month
Congratulations to the following students who were named student of the month for 2007. The coaches voted on these students based on all their hard work and dedication that they showed in class.
Jan. Jason Devening
Feb. Chipepo Mugala
Mar. Dean Nelson
Apr. Nathan Yellowhair
May Michael Krause
Jun. Brianna Frazier
Jul. Nathan Borchers
Aug. Tim Wilson
Sep. Jeanette Richter
Oct. Travis Simmons
Nov. Kylie Hunts-In-Winter
Dec. Aseem Kumar
Belt Promotions for January 2008
Dakota Bradley - Yellow
Aseem Kumar - 2nd Black
Kylie Hunts-In-Winter - Orange
Daniel Opie - 2nd Brown
Myron Curley - Yellow stripe
Makayla Curley - Yellow stripe
Ashley Porter - 1st Black
Jared Bollas - Yellow
Nathan Clark - Yellow
Congratulations to you all, keep up the great work you are all doing...
Monday January 21, 2008
Aseem Kumar tests for 2nd Black Belt
Mr. Aseem Kumar tested for his 2nd level black on January 5, 2008 in front of dozens of spectators. Not only did Mr. Kumar do a great job of performing his current level (especially advanced staff), but he also survived the gauntlet of material that Master Fisher, Miss Schipper and Mr. Brookhart asked him to perform as pop quiz of earlier material.
WAY TO GO MR. KUMAR, KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Saturday January 05, 2008
ACS and United Blood Services team up
ACS Karate and United Blood Services will be teaming up on January 19, 2008 to help save lives across the valley. To be eligible to donate, you must be 17 years old and weigh at least 110 pounds. Let's all roll up our sleeves and share a little of our blood and time. It only takes a few minutes of your time to do it. Blood is needed every day all over the valley for a great number of people for everything from surgeries and accidents to people who have leukemia. United Blood Services is located next door to ACS and they open at 7:00 a.m. on January 19, 2008.
Feel free to make your donation anytime between 7 a.m. and the start of the seminar.
Soke Dave McNeill to give cane seminar
Soke Dave McNeill, Founder of the Goju-Shorei Weapon System, will be coming to the valley of the sun to present another fun and exciting cane seminar on January 19, 2008 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. -- All are welcome to attend regardless of their rank and style. If you have not been to one of Soke McNeill's clinics, now is a great time to do so. We are having the blood drive on the same day as the seminar. Grandmaster issued a challenge for us and our friends and family to get out and help our community. The seminar will start at 1:00 p.m. and run until 3:00 p.m.
The fee to attend is $40.00 or FREE TO ALL WHO DONATE BLOOD!! (with proof of donation).
United Blood Services is conveniently located next door to ACS!!!
Friday, January 04, 2008
Belt Promotions for December 2007
Nathan Bichler - Yellow
Mark Garcia - Yellow
Jason Devening - Purple Stripe
Tigran Norekian - 1st Black Goju-Shorei Weapons System
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Sifu McGhee is in town this week!
We know it is short notice, but Sifu McGhee will be visiting ACS Karate this week and running a two hour seminar on Chinese Kenpo this Friday, December 21st. The seminar will run from 6pm - 8pm and only costs $25 to attend. Sifu McGhee is one of the highest ranking black belts ever promoted underneath Master Tomas Connor Sr. and is the head of the Five Fingered Fist Society in Kansas City, Missouri. If you train in Kenpo or are interested in Kenpo, don't miss this opportunity train with one of the most experienced practitioners around today. Contact the front desk for details ph/480.968.2068
ACS KARATE HOLIDAY HOURS
Monday, December 24th 2007 - CLOSED
Tuesday, December 25th 2007 - CLOSED
Wednesday, December 26th 2007 - CLOSED
Thursday, December 27th 2007 - NORMAL HOURS
Friday, December 28th 2007 - NORMAL HOURS
Saturday, December 29th 2007 - NORMAL HOURS
Monday, December 31st 2007 - CLOSED
Tuesday, January 1st 2008 - CLOSED
Wednesday, January 2nd 2008 - NORMAL HOURS
Please contact the front desk to reschedule your private lessons and have a safe and Happy Holidays!!!!!!!!
Wednesday, December 05, 2007
November Belt Promotions
Robert Mancuso - Yellow
Billy Evans - Purple Stripe
Connor Prillwitz - Purple Stripe
Jon Lockett - Purple Stripe
Joe Sisemore - Blue Stripe
Ken Benturk - Blue Stripe
THE HOLIDAYS ARE COMING, WHAT BETTER GIFT THAN SELF DEFENSE?
Whether you are shopping for friends, family or even co-workers, ACS has gift certificates available for any amount or service, just stop by the front desk for details.
Friday, November 09, 2007
ACS Would Like to Wish Everyone a Happy Veteran's Day Weekend!!!
The staff at ACS would like to express our gratitude to all of the men and women of the armed services who have fought and are still fighting so hard for our freedom. Our thoughts are with you and your service will not be forgotton. ACS KARATE WILL BE OPEN ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12TH 2007, so if you have the day off make sure you get in and train, we'll be here.
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
October Belt Promotions
Nicholas Welch - Junior Yellow
Joe Harris - Yellow
Mallory Holland - Junior Orange
Amy Konowalik - Orange
Aristotle Jaimez - Junior Blue
Geoffrey Wall - Blue
David Putney - Green (Goju-Shorei Weapons System)
Jeanette Richter - 3rd Brown (Goju-Shorei Weapons System)
Congratulations guys, keep up the good work!
Friday, October 26, 2007
Don't Forget About the Soke Dave McNeill Seminar Tomorrow!
Saturday October 27th, 2007, ACS will be hosting Soke McNeill for a weapons seminar!
The seminar will be held from 1:00pm - 4:00pm and is only $40.00 to attend!
Be sure to sign up now as space is limited! Call 480-968-2068 for more information.
ACS Fall Classic a Success!
ACS would like to thank every one that volunteered and competed at our tournament last Saturday. Your help and good etiquette helped us to run a very fun and efficient tournament. Congratulations to all of the competitors, it takes a lot of courage to get up in front of a large group of people and perform, not everyone can do it. Way to go!
Friday, October 05, 2007
Belt Promotions for the Month of September 2007:
Kylie Hunts-in-winter - Orange Stripe
Michael Lemos - Orange
Damian Moore - Orange
Ryan Yellowhair - Purple Stripe
Nathan Yellowhair - Purple
Morgan Cisilini - Blue
Nikki Hofwolt - Green
Jeanette Richte - 1st Brown
Great Job Guys...Keep Up the Good Work!!!!!!!!!!!
Friday, September 21, 2007
The ACS Fall Classic will be held on Saturday October 20th, 2007
This year our tournament will be held right next door to the dojo. That's right, we will be running three rings in the vacant facility just east of the dojo, so that means you don't have drive any where to compete! The tournament will begin promptly at 9am and will have divisions for all ages and ranks. The fee for competition is a measly $20 for one event and $30 for 2 or more events, so you can't go wrong! Contact the front desk for details and to pre-register. This tournament is a blast every year, but this year, Master Fisher will be inviting multiple other Kenpo schools, so you can compete against martial artists performing the same style as your own. *
*All styles are welcome to attend, tournament is NOT limited to Kenpo styles.
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Soke Dave McNeill is coming to town!
Saturday October 27th, 2007, ACS will be hosting Soke McNeill for a weapons seminar!
The seminar will be held from 1:00pm - 4:00pm and is only $40.00 to attend!
Be sure to sign up now as space is limited!
Friday, September 07, 2007
Congratulations ot the following students that received belt promotions during the month of August:
Eric Holland – Orange
Jason Devening – Orange
Mallory Holland – Orange Stripe
Ryleigh Cisilini – Purple Stripe
Aaron Wermuth – Blue Stripe
David Wolfmeyer – 2
nd Brown
Way to go guys, keep of the good work!
Friday, August 31, 2007
ACS Karate will be closed on Monday September 3rd, 2007 in recognition of Labor Day.
We will re-open Tuesday September 4th, 2007 at 9am for regular business hours. Please contact the front desk to re-schedule any private lesson.
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Congratulations to the following students that received belt promotions during the month of July:
Dean Nelson – Yellow
Kylie Hunts-in-Winter – Yellow
Amy Konowalik – Yellow
Clayton Detweiler – Yellow
Billy Evans – Junior Orange
Sonnie Romero – Purple Stripe
Ildiko Fejes – 1st Brown
Nicolas Espinosa – 1st Brown
Monday, August 13, 2007
ACS Karate has officially moved into our new location. Come down to the brand new facility and check out our 3,000+ sq. ft. dojo. We are still in the process of making the dojo our new home and are constantly making improvements every day. The heavy bags and speed ball have been installed and are ready for usage. If you haven't had the pleasure of checking out our new facility, you have got to get in here. This place is sweet!!!!!!!
ACS would like to thank the following students and coaches for their efforts in helping us with the move and set-up of our new facility.
Gary Thayer - If it weren't for you, we would still be moving stuff right now!
Bob Gumfory - Gave up hours of time, and an eye, for the heavy bag rack and water fountain!
Jason Devening
Rex Black
David Waite
Nathan Borchers
Jim Palmer
John Saager
Ron Walker
Jeanette Richter
Lyn Dutson
Ildiko Fejes
Tami Schipper
Dave Fisher
Alex Armstrong
Ken Benturk
If there is anyone that we apologize and understand that we appreciate your efforts just as much as everyone elses.
We would also like to thank all of the students that have been extremely patient with us during our move. Becuase of your continuing support, our move has gone as smooth as possible.
Monday, July 30, 2007
Don't forget, ACS Karate will be closed this Wednesday and Thursday, August 1st and 2nd, for our big move to the new facility. If anyone is interested in helping us with the move, contact Master Fisher and he will gratefully put you to work. We will be open Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, for normal hours, so don't let the move hold back your training. Below is the address to the new facility:
ACS Karate
1987 W. Elliot Rd. #35
Chandler, AZ 85224
We would also like to congratulate Mr. Nathan Borchers and Mr. Rami Kalla on their recent promotion to the 4th Degree Black Belt in Kenpo-Jujitsu as well as Mr. Craig Palm, who was promoted to 3rd Black on the same day. All three of these men put on a spectacular show for a crowd of over 30 spectators. In addition to performing the required material for their level, Mr. Borchers and Mr. Kalla provided the audience with a brief demonstration of their self developed techniques. Needless to say, the audience was in awe of the show. Way to go guys!
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
Belt Promotions for June 2007
Kyle Williams - Yellow
Connor Prillwitz -Junior Orange
Hayden Pryor - Junior Purple
Daniel Opie - 3rd Brown
We would like to thank all of you for your support with our upcoming move. As many of you know, we are in the process of moving many of the items around the dojo. Our new facility will have our drinkning fountain set and ready to go, but unfortunately we had to take it out of our current facility. Because of this, we would like for all of students to bring their own water bottles and/or money to purchase water bottles. With the summertime heat and the super intense workouts that we run, it is ultra important to keep yourself hydrated.
For more information on the upcoming move, see the information below or contact us at #480.968.2068
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
As many of you have already heard, due to circumstances beyond our control, ACS Karate will be moving our training facility to a new location. ACS Karate will be closed on August 1st and 2nd (Wednesday and Thursday) for the move. We will re-open at the new location on Friday August 3rd 2007. The new location will be located approximately 6 miles southeast of our current location on the southeast corner of Dobson and Elliot. The actual address is the following.
ACS Karate
1987 W. Elliot Rd. #35
Chandler, AZ 85224
The new facility will be slightly smaller than our current location, but will still feature two large training spaces with mutliple hanging bags, a full size ring and a changing room. We are very excited about starting our 21st year of helping individuals meet their goals in the martial arts in our brand new facility and we would like to thank you for your continued support. Please contact us if you have any futher questions.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
ACS Karate will be closing early on Friday June 29th at 4pm.
The following classes will be cancelled:
Kenpo Kids 4:00pm - 4:50pm
Young Adults 5:00pm - 5:50pm
We will re-open at 9am on Saturday morning.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
ACS Karate will also be closed on Wednesday July 4th, 2007 for Independence Day.
Have a safe and happy holiday!
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Belt Promotions for May 2007:
Brandan Yellowhair - Orange
John Saager - Orange
Ron Walker - Orange
Aaron Wermuth - Purple Stripe
Sara Hadley - Purple Stripe
Keneke Boyd - Purple
Joe Sisemore - Purple
Tim Leslie - Blue Stripe
Farah Saad - Blue Stripe
Lyn Dutson - 2nd Brown
Thursday, May 17, 2007
ACS Karate will be closed Monday May 28th, 2007 for Memorial Day!
If you have private lessons scheduled for Monday, please contact the front desk to reschedule.
Belt Promotions for April 2007:
Kylee Hunts-In-Winter - Yellow Stripe
Billy Evans - Junior Yellow Belt
Mallory Holland - Junior Yellow Belt
Matthew Goodman- Yellow Belt
RyanYellowhair - Junior Orange
Nathan Yellowhair - Junior Purple Stripe
Aristotle Jaimez - Junior Purple Belt
Ferris Saad - Junior Green Belt
Bob Gumfory - Green GSWS
Travis Simmons - Green GSWS
Karen Burns - 1st Brown Belt
Tuesday, April 03, 2007
Jim Palmer Earns 1st Black in Chinese Kenpo
On Friday March 16th, Mr. Jim Palmer successfully tested for Shodan (1st Level Black) in the Chinese Kenpo system. Mr. Palmer has been a member of ACS since 2000 and has attained two other black belts in the martial arts making this his third. Mr. Palmer holds a 3rd Degree black belt in the Goju-Shorei Weapons System as well as a 1st black in Aiki Jujitsu. In addition to being a practicing attorney, Mr. Palmer teaches five days a week at ACS and is a huge assett to our program. Way to go Mr. Palmer!!!
Belt Promotions For March 2007:
Damian Moore - Junior Yellow
Mark Prillwitz - Yellow
Stephen Campbell - Junior Orange Stripe
Nicholas Romero - Junior Orange
Finnegan Boyle - Junior Orange
Samantha Knowles - Junior Orange
Jason Devening - Purple - Goju-Shorei Weapons System
Jared Dent - Green
Jim Palmer - 1st Black
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
This Friday, March 16th, 2007 - Black Belt Test
This friday Mr. Jim Palmer will be testing for 1st Level Black (Shodan) in the Chinese Kenpo system. The testing will commence promptly at 6:00pm so don't be late. Mr. Palmer will face a panel of judges that will task him to perform not only the 1st Black requirements, but random techniques, katas and exercises from earlier charts as well. Black belt tests are few and far between, so be sure to get down to the dojo this Friday and check it out.
Good Luck Mr. Palmer!!!! - Palmer 3:16
Tuesday, March 06, 2007
Belt Promotions for February 2007:
Fernando Perez – Jr. Orange
Ari Jaimez – Purple Stripe
Jason Devening – Yellow
Robert Lemos – Yellow
Jim Tulin – 2nd Degree Black
Yasmeen Williams – Purple Stripe
John Lockett – Yellow
Raul Tapia – Blue Stripe
Sonnie Romero – Orange
Aaron Wermuth – Purple Stripe
Spring is Coming!
Winters in most places involve snow plows, heavy coats, freezing storms and leaves that actually change color. Here in Arizona, when it comes to Winter, we are lucky. We get to opt for windbreakers, long sleeve tees and shorts. Pretty sweet huh? Unfortunately, winter is all but finished and we only have about three weeks of eighty degree weather ahead of us before we begin our annual 7 month scorching. The point that I am trying to make is that we should all get out there and enjoy the weather while it is still here. If you are sitting at your computer reading this, close your browser and get outside. It doesn't matter what you do. The following is a list of fun recreational activities that you and your family can participate in while enjoying this great weather:
Bike ride - you don't have to be Lance Armstrong to enjoy a ride through the park.
Jogging - if you have been planning on losing weight, now is the time to start exercising, not when it is 115 out.
Picnic - take your family on picnic in the park.
Hiking - the valley has a lot of places to hike, check out Papago for a light stroll and Camelback for the die hards.
Youth Sports - volleyball, tennis, basketball, baseball, soccer, football, etc. - These are all the sports that you loved as a kid, I guarantee you won't get picked last this time around.
Tai Qi - Millions of people in China practice Tai Qi in the parks, why not here?
Reading - whether it is a great book or a tabloid magazine. When you find yourself reading, do it outside!
These are just a few simple suggestions on how to enjoy this great time of year. Try some of these activies, or think of some on your own. The whole idea is to just get out and enjoy yourself. Be a kid for while. If your a kid, be a more of kid (if that's possible). But whether your an adult, a kid, a grandma or a billy goat, I got one thing to say to you: GET OUT AND PLAY!
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
Jim Tulin Earns Second Black in Chinese Kenpo!
Friday, February 16th, Mr. Jim Tulin tested for his 2nd degree black belt (Nidan) in Chinese Kenpo. Mr. Tulin impressed the audience with his exceptional recall and physicalizations of the required material. Students testing for 2nd black are responsible for 23 katas and 237 techniques (over 450 if you count the variations i.e Inward Defense abcd/e). During the test, any one of these techniques or katas can be called at any time. Bottom line, if you are not ready, you will not remeber your material, if you do not remember your material, you will not pass.......
Mr Tulin, was obviously ready!!!
Tuesday, February 13, 2007
Team ACS Scores Big at State Championships!!!
Master Fisher and Team ACS would like to thank all of the competitors and spectators that participated in the USKA/ASKA Arizona State Karate Championships over the weekend and represented their school.
The following is a listing of some of the results from the tournament*:
-Bob Gumfory - 2nd Place - Kobudo (Weapons)
-Bob Gumfory - 4th Place - Senior Kyu Kata
-Jeanette Richter - 2nd Place - Senior Kyu Kata
-Michael Lemos - 1st Place (Arizona State Champion) - Adult Beginning Men's Kata
-Michael Lemos - 2nd Place - Adult Beginning Sparring
-Alex Armstrong - 2nd Place - 14-15yrs Intermediate Sparring
-Robert Lemos - TBA - Adult Beginning Kata
-Robert Lemos - TBA - Adult Beginning Sparring
Once again, congratulations and thank you to all of our competitors, way to go Team ACS!
* A more complete listing will be posted later this week, so if we missed you let us know!
Thursday, February 08, 2007
David Waite Earns 2nd Black!!!!!!!
ACS Karate would like to congratulate Mr. David Waite on earning Nidan (2nd Degree Black) in Chinese Kenpo. In addition to Chinese Kenpo, Mr. Waite has training in multiple styles of martial arts inlcuding grappling, balintawak and Goju Shorei Weapons (1st black). Mr. Waite is one of our most experienced coaches and has been a member of the Arizona Ch'uan Fa Society for almost 10 years. If you would like the opportunity to train with Mr. Waite, he helps out in the Special Weapons Level #2 class on Wednesday at 7pm, he teaches the Special Weapons #1 class on Thursday at 8pm and also runs the Saturday morning Grappling Class at 11am. Check it Out!
Belt Promotions for January 2007:
Steven Campbell - Junior Yellow
Michael Lemos - Yellow
Nathan Yellowhair - Junior Orange
Jason Devening - Orange - Goju Shorei Weapons System
Hayden Pryor - Junior Purple Stripe
Travis Simmons - Purple - Goju Shorei Weapons System
David Waite - 2nd Degree Black
Wednesday, February 07, 2007
Congratulations to all of our outstanding students of 2006. The following is a list of the students that received awards for Student of the Month in '06.
January - Karen Burns
February - Miranda Fisher
March - Jeanette Richter
April - Jim Palmer
May - John Saager
June - Raul Tapia
July - Tim Leslie
August - Grant Voss
September - Farah Saad
October - Sam Knowles
November - Eric Holland
December - Tami Schipper
Each one these dedicatated martial artists is now elgible to recieve the Student of the Year Award which includes a larger plaque and a credit on their account towards their membership or dues. Way to go guys keep up the good work!!!!!!!!
Tuesday, January 23, 2007
The staff at ACS would like to thank everyone that came and supported our ACS Tournament on Saturday
The turnout was great. We would especially like to thank Mr. Craig Palm, Jerry Porter and Aseem Kumar for their students' attendance. The following is a listing of the results:
Kata:
6 -7 Novice
1st Place - Hayden Pryor
2nd Place- Mike Davis
3rd Place- Fernando Perez
4th Place- Sarah Hadley
6 - 7 Intermediate
1st Place - Justin Keton
2nd Place - Barry Benson
3rd Place - Adam Gillies
4th Place - Chantz Rietz
8 - 9 Novice
1st Place - Colton Weinberg
2nd Place - Sonny Romero
8 - 9 Advanced
1st Place - Farah Saad
2nd Place - Raul Tapia
3rd Place - Derek Skorniak
4th Place - Jared England
10 - 11 Novice
1st Place - Aristotle Jaimez
2nd Place - Nathan Yellowhair
3rd Place - Nick Romero
10 - 11 Advanced
1st Place - Wes Hathcock
2nd Place - Addison Cox
3rd Place - Maleko Boyd
4th Place - Noah Benson
12 - 13 Intermediate
1st Place - Aaron Wermuth
2nd Place - Keneke Boyd
3rd Place - Ferris Saad
12 - 13 Advanced
1st Place - Daniel Opie
2nd Place - Emily Cox
3rd Place - Jessica Willis
14 - 15 Intermediate
1st Place - Alex Armstrong
2nd Place - Daniel Rivera
Adult Novice (White Belt)
1st Place - Robert Lemos
2nd Place - Ken Whitley
3rd Place - Jason Devening
Adult Novice (Yellow Belt)
1st Place - Seana Purvis
2nd Place - Michael Lemos
3rd Place - Ron Walker
Kobudo (Weapons):
9 and Under
1st Place - Jared England
2nd Place - Chantz Rietz
3rd Place - Ethan Palm
Adult Kyu
1st Place - Bob Gumfory
2nd Place - Ildiko Fejes
3rd Place - Ken Whitley
Tai Qi:
Adult
1st Place - Beverly Haga
2nd Place - LaDonna Greg
3rd Place - Ken Whitley
4th Place - Gary Thayer
Kumite:
5 - 7 Novice
1st Place - Steven Campbell
2nd Place - Sarah Hadley
3rd Place - Ferenando Perez
4th Place - Mike Davis
6 - 7 Intermediate
1st Place - Chantz Rietz
2nd Place - Barry Benson
3rd Place - Justin Keton
4th Place - Adam Gilles
8 - 9 Intermediate
1st Place - James Mejia
2nd Place - Farah Saad
3rd Place - Raul Tapia
4th Place - Jared England
5th Place - Dalen Lewis
10 - 11 Novice
1st Place - Aristotle Jaimez
2nd Place - Nathan YellowHair
10 -11 Advanced
1st Place - Wesley Hathcock
2nd Place - Maleko Boyd
3rd Place - Camberly England
12 - 13 Intermediate
1st Place - Ferris Saad
2nd Place - Maleko Boyd
12 - 13 Advanced
1st Place - Rikki Pacey
2nd Place - Daniel Opie
14 - 15 Intermediate
1st Place - Alex Armstrong
2nd Place - Daniel Opie
Adult Senior Novice
1st Place - Ken Whitley
2nd Place - Robert Lemos
Adult Novice
1st Place - Michael Lemos
2nd Place - Jason Devening
If we missed any body please let us know; and once again, thanks for such a great turnout!
Tuesday, January 16, 2007
The ACS Winter Tournament is only three days away!!!
If you have not signed up for the ACS Winter Tournament, now is the time to do so. Everyone is invited to attend and compete in this year's tournament. Divisions include Kata, Kobudo (Weapons Kata), Kumite (Point Sparring) and Tai Qi. Each division will be seperated by age and rank.
Tournament Location:
ACS Karate - West Room
1845 E. Broadway Rd. #124
Tempe, AZ 85282
Cost: $20 for any and all events (Cheap!!!)
Medals will be awarded to top competitors.
Contact the front desk for more details and to get set up!
Monday, January 8th, 2006
2007 is Finally Here!
Now that the holiday season is over, pull out a pen and paper and write down your goals in the martial arts for 2007. Whether you want to drop 10lbs or test for a certain belt doesn't matter, if you write down your goals and post them somewhere you are much more likely to attain them. So get in to the dojo and start training now, after all, you only have 51 more weeks till 2008!!!
Belt Promotions for December 2006:
Eric Holland - Yellow
Aaron Wermuth – Junior Orange
Ari Jaimez - Junior Orange
Keneke Boyd – Junior Purple Stripe
Maleko Boyd – Junior Purple Stripe
Travis Simmons – Orange (GSWS)
Morgan Cislini – Blue Stripe
Farah Saad - Blue Stripe
Great job guys, keep up the good work!
ACS Winter Tournament - Saturday January 20th, 2007!!!!
Come down to the dojo and join us for one of Master Fisher's awesome in-house tournaments. This year we will be inviting students from Mr. Kumar's Tempe Karate, Mr. Palm's San Tan Karate and Mr. Porter's Warriors Guild in Casa Grande amongst others. There will be weapons, sparring and kata divisions for students of all ages and ranks. While we are sending invitations to certain schools, everyone is invited to attend and compete. If you have not had the opportunity to compete in a tournament, this is a great chance to see how it all works in a home field setting. The dojo will remain open for business but we will be running a limited class schedule that day. Look for more information on the tournament coming soon.
Saturday, December 30, 2006
Congratulations to Tami Schipper on earning 4th Black in Chinese Kenpo!
It was a great test, with Mr. Ray Fisher and Mr. Charles Stanley as judges, Ms. Schipper blocked, punched and kicked her way into immortality by being the second person in ACS's 19 year history to attain the 4th and final level in the Chinese Kenpo system. Way to go Ms. Schipper!!!
Wednesday, December 27, 2006
We hope everyone had a safe and Happy Holiday! We are open regular hours for the rest of the week, so be sure to keep your training up. It will continue to improve your safety and awareness while fighting those extra holiday calories that we all love to eat.
ACS WILL BE CLOSED on Monday January 1st, 2007. Happy New Year Everyone!
Saturday, December 23, 2006
Tami Schipper 4th Black Test
Next Friday December 29th, Ms. Schipper will be testing for 4th Black in Chinese Kenpo. The test will begin at 6:15pm and everyone is invited to attend. 4th Black is the highest rank that one can attain in the ACS Chinese Kenpo System. So do yourself a favor and come down to the dojo and watch Ms. Schipper shine!!!
Happy Holidays from all of us at ACS Karate:
ACS Holiday Hours
December 25th - ACS CLOSED
December 26th - ACS CLOSED
January 1st - ACS CLOSED
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
Congratulations to Farah Saad for earning Student of the Month for September of 2006. Farah is Purple Stripe in our Youth Program. Farah and her family have been training with ACS on and off for the past 3 1/2 years. Her older brother Ferris is currently a Green Stripe and her other brother Emile has earned orange with us in the past. Farah works extremely hard in class and is a pleasant student to teach. She performs well under pressure and has an incredible amount of physical strength for her age and size. In October, Farah was successful in competition at the Annual ACS Fall Classic Tournament. She is one of our most experienced kumite (sparring) practitioners and has excellent form in her katas as well. Farah is now eligible for the student of the year award which will be decided by the coaches in January.
Way to Go Farah.....Keep up the good work!!!
ACS HOLIDAY SALE - 20% OFF ALL IN STOCK MERCHANDISE!!!
MONDAY DEC. 18th - SATURDAY DEC. 23rd- STOCK UP ON ALL GEAR NOW!!!
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
The end of the year holidays are coming fast, so now is the time to pick up your training. With all of the hustle and bustle of morning commutes mixed with holiday shopping and family events, this time of year can be pretty stressful. What better way to relax than to punch a 140lb leather bag as hard as you can ;-) Whether you come in for the relaxing motions of the Tai qi classes or the hard hitting steam blowing kick boxing/kenpo classes, make time for yourself this holiday season. It will reduce your stress levels, making you more fun to be around, and in turn creating a much more enjoyable holiday season for you and your loved ones.
Don 't put off your training because your too busy and don't wait to make training part of your new years resolution. Keep on training and keep on growing (in the martial arts that is)!
Saturday, December 09, 2006
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MASTER FISHER!!!!
Today is Master Fisher's birthday. Be sure that if you are in the dojo, you wish him well. You can also send happy birthday messages and e-cards to his e-mail address masterfisher@acskarate.com
We hope your day is full of joy and hapiness. Thanks for everything Master Fisher.
- ACS STAFF
Thursday, December 06, 2006
For more information on the GSWS check out their webpage at
www.gojushorei.com and click on weapons.
Tuesday, December 05, 2006
ACS Karate would like to thank Sifu Gary McGhee for putting on such a wonderfully informative and exciting seminar last Friday. Students participated in everything from highly innovative partner excercises and martial arts drills, to verbal sparring dealing with theories and concepts of the Chinese Kenpo System. In addition to all of this, Sifu McGhee honored Master Fisher by awarding him the level of 5th Dan (Professor Level) for his continous dedication in training and teaching Chinese Kenpo. This certification with the Five Fingered Fist Society, Sifu McGhee's institution, is an extremely great honor bestowed on only a very few martial artist. Congratulations Master Fisher!!!!!
Belt Promotions For November 2006:
Jason Devening - Yellow (GSWS)
Connor Prillwitz - Yellow
Adan Zacapa - Yellow
Ryan Yellowhair - Yellow
Raul Tapia - Purple
