The following is a news update from our brother, Black Belt, son, and friend, Marine 2nd Lieutenant James Mobley in Iraq to his teacher and adopted Father-Dr. Michael Steward. We are all family within and without the martial arts. Please continue to send James your prayers and love!!! I will keep you all posted with news and updates from Iraq as I receive them. If you know of anymore martial arts students in the service overseas, please contact me and I will put them into our website.
Dear One Fine Great Man,
Thank you for your prayers. They mean a lot to me. Everything has been going good. At least as good as can be considering I am half way around the world. It has been getting cooler here. The highs are below 100 now. That is compared to what it was when we got here of 115. That makes a huge difference. The nights are down to low 80s. We still have the moon dust here. Moon dust is here because of the tanks driving back and forth all the time; it has turned the dirt into a fine dust. This is what we have to walk to when we go and get something to eat. Their winters over here are called the rainy season. So it will be very interesting to see the moon dust turn into mud.
I have been working 11 pm to 2 pm right now. So I had to adjust to that. Even though I am up, it makes for long days. Speaking of that, we are over a quarter of the way done and we have been here for about 8 weeks. The days seem to take forever and the weeks go by fairly quickly. It seems like the days just repeat themselves, like in the movie Groundhog Day.
I hope everything is going good for you and Mrs. Steward. Tell her I said hi. You be safe and healthy and I know that you are in my prayers as well.
Your Second Good Looking Son,
James
The following official minutes were submitted for the membership to read. These minutes were submitted by our new secretary-Sensei Linda Spetnagel.
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KOKUSAI SENSHU TOKUKAI MEETING MINUTES
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The meeting of the members of the Kokusai Senshu Tokukai was held on September 9, 2006 at the Golden Dragon Restaurant in Middletown, Ohio. Twenty-one high ranking KST officials were in attendance.
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Michael Steward announced his official retirement as active head of the KST. He will remain on as advisor and consultant to the group. Before turning the meeting over to Patrick Albrecht, Calvin Campbell and Dan Neal, who is taking over the lead, Michael introduced new and current officers: Secretary: Sensei Linda Spetnagel Treasurer: Master Cris Trammel Webmaster: SenseiKevin Evans |
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Executive Directors: Soke-Dai Patrick Albrecht, Hanshi Dan Neal Soke Calvin Campbell |
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Board of Directors: Hanshi Jeff Disney Soke Terry Wilson Dr. Tom Manson Hanshi Russell Malone Master Don Spetnagel
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Patrick welcomed the group and announced the need to fill the following positions: Director of Seminars Director of Tournaments Director of Summer Camps Director of Fund Raisers Director of Membership Director of Sponsorship Director of Publicity Board for Testing |
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Don and Linda Spetnagel volunteered to take of Directorship of the Summer Camp and keep it running until Tom Manson wishes to return to that position. Tom offered to reserve the shelter at Long's Retreat for the first weekend in June, to provide mailing lists, and provide any guidance needed to get things started for them . |
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Jeff Disney volunteered to become the Director of Seminars. |
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Terry Wilson volunteered to step in as Director of Tournaments and announced his upcoming tournament on October 21st in Greenfield. |
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Russell Malone volunteered to become the Director of Publicity. |
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All KST Black Belts are to be a part of the Board for Testing. |
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There was discussion of the KST's international base. The group has a Board of Directors from seven different countries capable of assisting in and organizing international tournaments. |
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Russell Malone stated that he would like to see a KST USA Team created through team trials and tournament qualifiers. |
Michael Steward stated that it has always been his dream to create a KST Foundation to help athletes and coaches compete internationally as well as being able to give out more KST college scholarships. The group also discussed the difficulty of fund-raising and of obtaining corporate scholarships. The need to increase membership in the KST was also stressed. Life-time membership is $100.00. Student memberships are $10.00 a year from January 1st to December 31st. If the dues are paid after June 30, membership is good from the date paid to December 31 5t of the following year.
All KST members receive a welcoming letter, membership card, a patch, and a certificate of membership. Lifetime members receive a laminated membership card. All members are eligible for: a college scholarship, assured good, safe KST tournaments, an opportunity to be part of a team, discounts on entry fees at t KST tournaments, seminars, and summer camp.
Lifetime members may test for free black belt promotions when their Masters or instructors are no longer available. Black Belts testing must briefly demonstrate their skills before a KST Black Belt Testing Board. For Sokeship they must demonstrate their entire system.
The www.kokusai_senshu_tokukai.org website includes: minutes of the quarterly meetings, sportsmanship rules, parents' rules, coaches training opportunities with international certification, a list of Black Belt promotions, membership roll call, news, Martial Arts events, and Board Members and Officers pictures and bios.
The KST Board plans to meet four times a year at various locations.
Michael Steward motioned to close the meeting. Tom Manson seconded. The meeting adjourned for group photographs.
Respectfully submitted by,
Linda Spetnagel Secretary of the KST
Congratulations!!!!!
It is great pride and honor that we humbly congratulate Sensei Rick Shelton and Shihan Rick Ludwick who were recently promoted in rank. Sensei Shelton was promoted to 5th Dan in both Ju-Jitsu and Arnis. Shihan Ludwick was promoted to 7th Dan in Karate. Please join us to congratulate both of these fine martial artist in this great achievement!!!
Las " noticias Encienden De Centroamérica " el 17 de febrero de 2005
Hanshi Rolando Lawrence que 8 Director Dan-técnico de Centroamérica está en el proceso de sostenimiento los primeros Kokusai Senshu los torneos de Tokukai en Centroamérica. Más información será venidera. Hanshi Lawrence puede localizarse a la dirección siguiente. Cualquiera cuestiona acerca del KST en Centroamérica puede enviarse a él a la dirección debajo. Nosotros estamos orgullosos del trabajo él y es el personal está haciendo en Centroamérica.
La residencia:
HANSHI ROLANDO LAWRENCE
EL DIRECTOR TÉCNICO DE AMÉRICA CENTRAL
KOKUSAI SENSHU TOKUKAI
BARRIADA ERSA CALLE " L " #E-82
PEDREGAL, PANAMÁ,
E-Mail karatekst@hotmail.com
Residence:
HANSHI ROLANDO LAWRENCE
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL AMERICA
KOKUSAI SENSHU TOKUKAI
BARRIADA ERSA CALLE "L" # E-82
PEDREGAL, PANAMA
E-Mail karatekst@hotmail.com
As you all know for the past year I have been trying to place on different martial arts seminars showcasing different friends of mines technical skills and offering all of us as a martial arts family the ability to train and learn from one another at a very minimal cost to ourselves and our students. I now have scheduled two more seminars with two outstanding masters in their own right in the upcoming months.
On Nov.20th I have Rick Shelton Renshi coming in to do a jujitsu seminar that everyone from beginner to advanced belt levels will come away with additional knowledge that they didn't have before. The next seminar is Nov.20th with Master Rick Shelton. Shelton Renshi will be placing on a jujitsu seminar demonstrating basic and advanced techniques alike. He has been in the martial arts over 20 years and has belts in Karate, Jujitsu and Kali/escrima.
The second seminar that I have coming up is on Dec.11th with Tokoshi Kans Head Master Dr. Tom Manson Soke. Manson Soke will be covering Gun and Knife Disarming. Manson Soke works for the State of Ohio corrections and has been teaching this for them for the past 18 yrs. He has 40 years experience in the martial arts and is a true master of what he does! You won't want to miss this. The cost of these seminars are $15.00 pre-registered the day before each seminar and $30.00 at the door. Please pass this information onto your students and if you have any questions feel free to call me at (740) 636-0305 or e-mail me at jeff_disney@excite.com.
On July 24th Soke Calvin Campbell proudly promoted four new black belts. A huge congratulation goes out to them. Soke Campbell’s black belt tests are some of the toughest I have ever seen. This is something to really be very proud of. The following people were promoted:
Sensei Shirley Campbell
Sensei Isaiah Campbell-Jr. Black Belt
Sensei Mwai Kinywa
Sensei Tulani Rufaro Jr.
Soke Calvin Campbell proudly announces the advancement of Hanshi Frank Jones to 7th Dan in Tang Soo Do and 2nd Dan in Tajuwuka Kai Do. Hanshi Jones is a board member for the KST. He is the real deal. He walks the virtuous path on and off the mat. We here at the KST are all very proud of Hanshi Jones and all of his great accomplishments over the years in the martial arts!!! Congratulations Hanshi Frank Jones!!!
11th Annual Weekend with the Masters
Summer Camp
When: June 4, 5, & 6, 2004
Where: Long’s Retreat
Family Resort
TOKOSHI Martial Arts Federation put together one of the finest family retreats with their 11th Annual Weekend with the Masters summer camp. There indeed is something for everyone.
This camp is known as a fun camp with great instructors, and this year was no exception. Dr. Tom Manson proved to me and my wife that Long's Retreat is a great family resort. There is something to do for the entire family. Classes were scheduled to allow time for family activities, and the scenery was fantastic.
The students attending this past camp (2003), made our weekend the most enjoyable weekend that I have had in years. I have taught all over the world, and I liked Dr. Manson's camp the best. I can't wait to go back next year!
Dr. Michael Steward Sr.
For further
information contact:
Soke Tom Manson
Phone 740-606-3500
Voice 1-800-529-6045
E-mail tmaf@bright.net
Website
http://www.tokoshi.com
The Board of Directors proudly announces three new board members. With much pride we would like to welcome Soke Sonny Barker, Soke-Dai Randy Lawrence and Professor Nestor Figueroa. All of these gentlemen come from very distinguished backgrounds and we as a board are extremely proud and excited to have them join us. We welcome these gentlemen and look forward to their generous experienced help.
Soke Sonny Barker Soke-Dai R.D. Lawrence Professor Nestor Figueroa
Soke Steward presenting Soke-Dai Albrecht with his 9th Dan
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Soke Michael Steward Sr. proudly announces the appointment of his Soke-Dai. Soke-Dai Patrick Albrecht received his 9th Dan rank and successor Makimono-scrolls. Soke-Dai Patrick Albrecht meets and exceeds all requirements for this rank and title.
Soke-Dai literally means "in place of the Soke" or "instead of the Soke". The Soke-Dai position was used as a sort of "proxy" to handle affairs that the Soke could not attend to. If the Soke were unable to attend a formal function the Soke-Dai would attend in his place. He was used as an official representative of the Soke. Being a people of great honor, in Japan if one were formally invited to an important function, it would be a "loss of honor" not to show up or have some kind of formal representation, so the Soke-Dai would be there.
In the west this term is used to mean "the next generation inheritor". Most Japanese Ryu have many Soke-Dai with only one person destined to inherit the Ryu.
When the Soke had no family member to leave the art to, he looked to his number one student. A scroll (Makimono) attesting to his inherited art and Soke-Dai title was generated stating the mentioned facts of the responsibilities of the inheritor/Soke-Dai.
The familial responsibilities of a Soke-Dai are as follows:
1. Rights regarding the techniques (waza) of the art, such as the right to keep it secret, the right to control how and when it is performed, and rights over the repertoire of its curriculum and its choreography (kata).
2. Rights over instructors (kyoju), over initiation rituals and documents (soden), and over the awarding of diplomas and licenses (menkyo).
3. The right to punish (chobatsu) and to expel (hamon) students.
4. The right to control uses of uniforms, patches, logos and so forth.
5. The right to control facilities and special equipment or tools used in the art.
6. Exclusive rights to the monetary income and social status resulting from the preceding five items.
The Soke-Dai or current inheritor has assumed responsibility for preserving the historical texts, special tools, unique skills, and specific lore that have been handed down within their own particular lineage. In both cases the Soke-Dai distinguish their traditional teachings from newly founded rivals by pointing out how their teachings remain faithful to the goals and forms taught by previous generations. Based on these similarities, many modern writers use the term Soke-Dai as designation for the legitimate heir to any established main lineage. Used in reference to present-day representatives of traditional martial art lineages, therefore, the Soke-Dai title properly denotes their roles as successors to and preservers of a particular martial arts historical and cultural legacy.
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Dr. Michael Steward Sr. proudly presents Master Patrick Albrecht with his Menkyo Kaiden certificate and his 5th Dan in Shotokai Karate-Do. This is the highest rank a black belt can achieve in this system. Congratulations to Soke-Dai Patrick Albrecht on this great accomplishment!
"News Flash" June 7th, 2003
The Kokusai Senshu Tokukai Board of Directors proudly announces the recent
promotion of three 10th Degree Masters. Soke Terry Wilson, Soke Calvin Campbell and
Soke Sonny Barker. These grandmasters were honored at the Tokoshi Weekend With
the Masters Summer Camp. Soke Wilson's martial arts system-Makeji Damashi Do,
Soke Campbell's-Screaming Eagle Kempo Tajuwuka Kai Do and Soke Barker's-Tora
Tsuru Ryukyu Kempo Te, were duly recognized and documented. These men are some
of the finest martial artist in the country and they represent their arts with the highest
proficiency. The Kokusai Senshu Tokukai proudly announces the following
promotions:
Soke Dai Randy Lawrence 9th Dan Tokoshi-Kan Aiki-Jitsu was presented this high
honor by his Soke, Dr. Tom Manson. Hanshi Jeff Disney 8th Dan was promoted to
2nd Dan Black Belt in Filipino Arnis by Soke Calvin Campbell.
The Tokoshi Weekend With the Masters Summer Camp was a huge success with eighty
students attending seminars. If you were not there then you really missed a one of a
kind camp. This was Dr. Manson's 10th Anniversary Camp.
PICTURED LEFT TO RIGHT:
SOKE-DAI RANDY LAWRENCE, DR. MICHAEL STEWARD SR., SOKE TERRY WILSON,
SOKE SONNY BARKER, SOKE CALVIN CAMPBELL AND DR. TOM MANSON
"News Flash" April 1st, 2003
Message from Dr.
Steward,
"News Flash"
March 21st, 2003
Tokoshi Martial
Arts Federation
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10th Annual Weekend with the
Masters
Summer Camp
When: June 6,7,8, 2003
Where: Long’s Retreat
Family Resort
TOKOSHI Martial Arts Federation put together one of the finest family retreats with their 10th Annual Weekend with the Masters summer camp. There indeed is something for everyone.
This camp is known as a fun camp with great instructors, and this year was no exception. Dr. Tom Manson proved to me and my wife that Long's Retreat is a great family resort. There is something to do for the entire family. Classes were scheduled to allow time for family activities, and the scenery was fantastic.
The students attending this past camp (2002), made our weekend the most enjoyable weekend that I have had in years. I have taught all over the world, and I liked Dr. Manson's camp the best. I can't wait to go back next year!
Dr. Michael Steward Sr.
For further
information contact:
Soke Tom Manson
Phone
740-606-3500
Voice
1-800-529-6045
E-mail tmaf@bright.net
Website
http://www.tokoshi.com
NEWS FLASH
February 8th, 2003
We are proud to announce and welcome the affiliation of the "Full Circle Karate" school from Middletown, Ohio. Their instructor is Renshi Ted Ihle 4th Dan in Shotokai Karate. We welcome him and his many students to our organization.
January 25th, 2003
Congratulations to the following black belts on their recent promotions:
Hanshi Rick Crawford 8th Dan-Bushido Karate Dojo
Sensei Donnie Stewart 3rd Dan-Family Martial Arts Academy
Sensei Steven Shumaker 4th Dan-Makeji Damashi Dojo
Sensei Steve Lamb 4th Dan-Makeji Damashi Dojo
Sensei Staci Dunn 2nd Dan-Makeji Damashi Dojo
Sensei Sammantha Cantenese 2nd Dan-Makeji Damashi Dojo
Sensei Kyle Garrison 2nd Dan-Makeji Damashi Dojo
Sensei Terry Garrison 2nd Dan-Makeji Damashi Dojo
October 5th, 2002
The Executive Board of Directors has the great honor of announcing the advancement of Hanshi Steven Kinney to 8th Dan Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. Congratulations Hanshi Kinney!!!
August 10th, 2002
On behalf of the Executive Directors, we are pleased to make the following announcement. We now have a representative for the Kokusai Senshu Tokukai in Switzerland.
The Executive Technical Director for Switzerland is Shihan Carl Emery 6th Dan. The executive committee voted unanimously for him, and his staff to serve in this capacity. Shihan Emery brings many great talents to our organization.
July 27, 2002
Hanshi Calvin Campbell proudly announces the advancement of Julian Smith-Campbell to the rank of Shodan-1st Dan Black Belt. Sensei Julian Smith-Campbell is an assistant instructor at Hanshi Campbell's Screaming Eagle Martial Arts Academy. The Executive Board of Directors congratulates Julian on an excellent job. Julian is a premiere competitor, and you will be hearing about him for many years to come.
July, 2002
The Executive Board of Directors has the great honor of announcing the advancement of Dr. Keith Santagata to 10th Dan Black Belt.
There is a saying that goes;
Humbleness leads to exultation
This saying best represents the essence of Dr. Keith Santagata 10th Dan. Congratulations Dr. Santagata.
July, 2002
News release after the World Cup Soccer Championships;
Sports Can Provide Moral Training, Pontiff SaysVATICAN (CWNews.com) -- Pope John Paul II received the members of a soccer team from Barcelona in a private audience on Friday, and told them that athletes have a "special responsibility" to society because of the publicity they attract.
Sports competition can promote "attitudes which give birth to the most noble human virtues," the Pope told the 45 Spanish athletes. He noted that team sports in particular foster an understanding of "solidarity, loyalty, proper behavior, and respect for others." This is particularly true, he said, if opposing teams are viewed as competitors but not enemies.
The traits that should be encouraged among young athletes, the Pope continued, include "good will, patience, perseverance, a sense of equilibrium, sobriety, a spirit of sacrifice, and self-control." These habits, he observed, can form the basis for "the development of Christian virtues." When they become a part of a person's interior disposition, motivated by love of Christ, they reach to the highest level of virtue. Thus, he concluded, sports can be "an important favor in moral education."
July 1st, 2002
Dr. Michael Steward Sr. was named the Honorary President of the Tipperary Jiu-Jitsu Kai in Ireland. The title was bestowed upon Dr. Steward by Master John Duggan. Dr. Steward is very proud to have this honor bestowed upon him, and he wishes to thank all his friends and family in Ireland.
June 19th, 2002
The Executive Board proudly welcomes the edition of a new executive board director, Dr. Keith Santagata 10th Dan. Dr. Santagata will be the executive director in charge of college scholarships awarded by the Kokusai Senshu Tokukai. The scholarships will begin next year 2003 in the spring following High School graduations.
June 19th, 2002
We the executive board of directors proudly announce the advancement of Hanshi Connie Arrington to the rank of 8th Degree Black Belt. Hanshi Arrington is the chief instructor of the Striking Cobra School in Jackson, Ohio. Hanshi Arrington is also a member of the Kokusai Senshu Tokukai Executive Board.
May 14th, 2002
On behalf of the Executive Directors, we are pleased to make the following announcement. We now have a representative for the Kokusai Senshu Tokukai in Scotland.
The Executive Technical Director for Scotland and England is Shihan Robert Ross 7th Dan. The executive committee voted unanimously for him, and his staff to serve in this capacity. Shihan Ross brings many splendid martial arts talents to our organization.
May 8th,2002
On behalf of the Executive Directors, we are pleased to make the following announcement. We now have a representative for the Kokusai Senshu Tokukai in Ireland.
The Executive Technical Director for Ireland is Sensei John Duggan. He will be in charge of all Ireland. The executive committee voted unanimously for him, and his staff to serve in this capacity. We would like to also congratulate Sensei Duggan on his recent promotion to 5th Dan. Sensei Duggan was promoted by his instructor in April. This now proudly gives us representatives in America, Canada, Central America, and Ireland.
March 17th, 2002
We the executive board of directors proudly announce the advancement of five Hanshi, three Shihan, and one Renshi. The Kokusai Senshu Tokukai advanced the following individuals;
Hanshi Patrick Albrecht 8th Dan
Hanshi Daniel Neal 8th Dan
Hanshi Calvin Campbell 8th Dan
Hanshi Terry Wilson 8th Dan
Hanshi Jeff Disney 8th Dan
PHOTO COMING SOON
Shihan Rolando Lawrence 6th Dan
Shihan Frank Jones 6th Dan
Shihan Bruce Dance 6th Dan
PHOTO COMING SOON
Renshi Jackie Goodloe 4th Dan
Congratulations gentlemen!!!!!
February 06, 2002
On behalf of the Executive Directors, we are pleased to make the following announcement. We now have a great staff of elected officials representing the Kokusai Senshu Tokukai in Central America.
The Executive Technical Director for Central America is Master Rolando Lawrence from Panama. He will be in charge of all of Central America. The executive committee voted unanimously for him, and his staff to serve in this capacity. His staff of associate directors is as follows:
Assistant Technical Director-Master David Flores
Associate Staff: Sensei Juan Rodriguez, Sensei Gustavo Monterrey, Sensei Jaime Caballero, and Sensei Christian Lawrence
We will be setting up seminars and meetings in Panama in the near future. More information to come later.
