CSC Marietta
5/8/12,
Knife Fighting Concepts - May 2012
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5/8/12,
Summer 2012 T-Shirt Order
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We have finally found a print solution for our Shaolin 5 Animal Logo created by Sifu Wright in a proper fashion that allows for the proper presentation of the art work. The print will be large full color 10x14 image on each shirt and it is going to look great and you will have your choice of what color shirt you would like as well as your choice between 50/50 Blend, 100% cotton, Dri Fit shirts and Tank Top and Sleeveless shirts.
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5/13/12,
May 2012 Formal Testing Results
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Formal Testing was conducted on Friday May 11, 2012 by Master Michael Reid at Highland Martial Arts. The group did a tremendous job on the Kung Fu and Internal Arts Testing. Congratulations we are very proud of your accomplishments!
KUNG FU PROMOTIONS Probationary Black Belt
Jr. 1st Level Black
Jr. 2nd Level Black
2nd Brown Belt
Probationary Black Sash
1st Brown Sash
2nd Brown Sash
Front Row: Phillip John Forsber, Timothy Seukeran, Ellie Gacuzana, Matthew Wright, Avorie Francisque Back Row: Melissa Dietz, Master Reid, Justin Marsh
Clarence Hollins, Chad Parsons, Master Reid & Ricky Thompson
Master Reid & Marina Dimitrova
Chirs Phillips & Master Reid
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5/14/12,
CSC Marietta Announcements May 14, 2012
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Our Formal Testers did and outstanding job on Friday May 11, 2012 at Highland Martial Arts. Make sure to congratulate Phillip John Forsberg, Ellie Gacuzana & Timothy Seukeran, Justin Marsh, Matthew Wright, Avorie Francisque and Melissa Dietz on a job well done. Click here for complete May 2012 Write Up. Test Photos - FaceBook click here, CSCMARIETTA.COM click here.
Our knife class went very well! I thought that if nothing else I was able to communicate to you guys some realities regarding the blade. I shot a quick video recap of the classs and for those of you who took the class this video is available to you on our cscmarietta.com website. Senior Students 5th Degree & 4th Degree training class is this weekend. Section 4 of Snake Pa Kua and 10,000 Lotus Blooming are our focused material for the week. Vince Vickers will host Chicks Fight Back in Rome Georgia this Thursday May 17, 2012 and he would love to get some assistance.
Shirt Order and Uniform Clarification: We are now taking orders for shirts! Please order what you want as I do not plan to stock any extra merchandise. We have plenty of color options and also shirt options. 11 colors, Dry Fit, T-Shirts (100% Cotton & 50/50 Blend), Tank Tops and Sleeveless options should take care of everyone's needs! [Note: Tank Top & Sleeveless are only available in 4 colors - Black, Red, White & Gray] Check out our websites for more details on the Summer 2012 T-Shirt Order. Shirts need to be paid for prior to order.
UNIFORM RULES: Summer T-Shirt rules go into effect on June 1, 2012. Until that time please wear your complete uniform. June through August students may wear a school T-Shirt in Liu of our uniform top. Please do not wear shirts that are not school T-shirts to train in. Michael Reid - 6th Degree Shaolin Master Thought For the Week "We can say what ever we want, but what we do is the true indicator of our real priorities!" - Michael Reid |
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5/17/12,
Pa Kua Concepts & Applications Class
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5/17/12,
Formal Testing July 2012
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5/17/12,
Brown Belt Sparring
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5/17/12,
I Chin Ching Final 2012 - CSC Marietta
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5/7/12,
CSC Marietta Announcements May 8, 2012
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Good luck to our formal testers this Friday Night at Highland Martial Arts - Phillip John Forsberg, Ellie Gacuzana & Timothy Seukeran, Justin Marsh, Matthew Wright, Avorie Francisque and Melissa Dietz - I am certain you guys will do and outstanding job! My Knife Fighting Concepts Training Class will be this Saturday May 12, 2012. I am looking forward to sharing some knowledge this weekend that should help you guys improve as martial artist! Last weekend I had a lot of fun at "The Master" movie premiere. The movie was actually pretty good and during the evening ceremonies I was awarded a plaque by Wing Chung Grandmaster Jason Lau. Click here to see photos of this event and our recent testers. The cscmarietta.com website has now moved to a new server. We are experiencing much faster response times, a better website environment and streaming on all videos should be available shortly after we work out a few more kinks. T-Shirt update and Uniform Clarification: I was very pleased with the Samples I received for our Shaolin 5 Animal Prints. We are finalizing the details and I think you guys will really be happy. You should be able to pick the color of shirt that you want, they type of Shirt you want T-Shirt, Sleeveless, Tank Top and the fabric that you want 50/50 Blend, 100% cotton or dri fit. Check out our websites for more details on the Summer 2012 T-Shirt Order. UNIFORM RULES: Summer T-Shirt rules go into effect on June 1, 2012. Until that time please wear your complete uniform. June through August students may wear a school T-Shirt in Liu of our uniform top. Please do not wear shirts that are not school T-shirts to train in.
Michael Reid - 6th Degree Shaolin Master Thought For the Week "Avoid having your ego so close to your position that when your position falls, your ego goes with it." - Collin Powell |
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About:
The Art of Shaolin-Tao
Why do you learn so many techniques instead of just focusing on a few things?
Constant learning will keep the training physically and mentally challenging for a lifetime. Your body will assimilate any new knowledge in a short amount of time and then the overall value of exercise will start to diminish. Some people want to learn a few things and study and practice them forever. But that's not how any educational system in the world works - except for martial arts schools with limited amounts of knowledge. Look at it this way - in school you learned to read, write, do math, study history, science, social studies and so on. Would you be better educated and better prepared to solve problems if you just worked on multiplication tables so you could perfect them? No matter how good you get at multiplication tables - without the other subjects that you learn in school you would be grossly uneducated and ill prepared to face and solve real world problems.
How does your style compare to other styles?
We essentially teach all facets of martial theory and techniques somewhere in the vast amount of material we deliver. So, after many years of training and practice, practitioners from other styles will be hard pressed to demonstrate a technique that you don't have or that is not similar to techniques in your martial arts arsenal.
What is your rank order?
White – Yellow – Blue – Green – 3rd Brown – 2nd Brown – 1st Brown and 1st through 10th Degree Black.
How long does it take to advance to 1st Degree Black?
On average it takes about 750 to 1,000 hours worth of work. Some people do it in a couple of years – most take longer.
Training at the Atlanta Area Chinese Shaolin Centers
Can we meet some of the instructors and watch a class?
Yes, we welcome the opportunity to have you meet our instructors. By meeting with them and watching a class you can better see how our program will work for you.
Can I train in both the kung fu and the internal program?
Yes, many students take both curriculums. The two programs offer balance in your martial arts training.
Do you have classes for adult beginners?
We have adult beginner classes Monday through Thursday and on Saturday.
Am I too old to start training?
No - however old you are you can still come in and work on improving yourself. If you are older and/or out of condition you may have a slower, more deliberate road to travel - but keep in mind that you train for what it does for you - not for how you compare to someone else. It is never to late to start down the road of personal growth and development.
What are the ages for the Youth class?
From age 5 through age 11 are the “official” ages for that class. However sometimes 5 is too young – especially for boys. Sometimes a child will stay in Youth class past 11 or possibly move into adult class before they turn 12.
How long is each class?
Most classes are an hour long.
How is the class time broken up?
It's not a hard and fast rule but class is generally 15 minutes of warm-up and conditioning, 15 minutes of review and 30 minutes of learning that week's material.
What type of conditioning is in each class?
We do an enormous variety of things to improve your overall condition. We define “being in shape” as having outstanding strength, flexibility, cardiovascular capacity, bone density and agility. The people who come in and apply themselves diligently – get exactly that.
Do you spar in class?
In the kung-fu program we spar in most classes from blue sash on but rarely in white and yellow classes.
How many classes can I attend each week?
As many classes of your rank or below that you can make it to.
I've had previous training, so what rank would I start at?
Everybody starts at white sash regardless of previous training. This is not an insult to your skill or knowledge. It's just that you are embarking down a new path. It's similar to what happens if you go to learn a new language – just because you have a degree in English it doesn't mean you can start in advanced Spanish class. You should learn and advance quicker than a true beginner but we want to make sure that anyone wearing a blue sash knows the material necessary to test for the rank – regardless of skill or other knowledge.
Pricing
How much does it cost?
The price is determined by the length of enrollment. The average student is spending about $95 a month for a membership that allows them to come and train 6 days a week at any class that is their rank or below. For exact pricing information visit the school closest to you and pick up the price and schedule information. While at the school watch the Chinese Shaolin Center-Atlanta DVD that will give you an overview of our schools and the art we teach. The best way to experience the Shaolin difference is to take advantage of our $49 trial membership. You'll get two-weeks of classes including the uniform pants and a Chinese Shaolin Center T-Shirt. After the trial if you choose to enroll we will credit the $49 towards your membership - if you choose not to continue your training you get to keep the pants and shirt. It is a low risk way to find out if our program is for you.
Do you have any special rates for members of the same family?
The second family member gets a 25% discount, the third and subsequent family members get a 40% discount.