The Halls Dojo: Recent Comments

Comment on Doyle Seiber Academy of Martial Arts and Associated Dojos

Doyle — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 20:14:32 GMT

Mike, This years event was really nice it was good to add the MC and Band to last years line up. The venue is a wonderful place with Great food and service. Alex Wilson was excellent as MC kept things moving and fun for everynoe. As always Tragedy rocked the end of the event. I had a wonderful time with People that I respect and appreciate and I can only hope they feel the same for me. We had a different set of People this year. Some new faces were in attendance and some were sadly absent. However, the over all mood was of celebration and brother/sisterhood. I am so excited, I might just start planning next year today. :)

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Doyle — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 17:46:05 GMT

I was commenting on your 100% comment at the top of the thread. I went to a seminar back 8 years or so ago with Angi Uezu hosted by Jim LaRocco. Angi asked me to assist him in demonstrating some of the Bunkai of the Bo/Bo kumite. with him speaking half the words in Okinawan hogan and the rest in broken slurred English not a slam on Master Uezu(He was recovering from a recent stroke he had suffered) He said something, I shook my head in an agreeming manner... he thoguth I understood and did a kamae downward strike to my forehead. I didn't block it because I didn't know what he had asked me. I was concentrating 100% but still got wachked. :)

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Doyle — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:38:16 GMT

Even with 100% concentration I was hit in the face by Angi Uezu at a seminar in GA. Got to love it.

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Mike Allan — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 15:10:37 GMT

Yep, I'd be the one to who shot himself in the foot!!!
Oh, I need to introduce you to Evan and Louie ... everynight is training with guns!!!!!

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scottie — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 15:04:07 GMT

It a good thing you were not training with guns. Ha Ha

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Brad Walker — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:49:26 GMT

I second that emotion. (sorry to quote an oldie but goodie). I never let it be a secret that I haven't always been the biggest fan of kata. However, over the past few years I have come to appreciate and even enjoy kata. Learning more in-depth about the bunkai of the kata has opened my eyes to the true nature of kata.

I don't care about fads or whats popular for the moment. I have the utmost respect for those who run a brick-and-mortar school because they are constantly having to change and adapt to retain their students and to peak the interest of others to join. But that is not for me. I would prefer a handful of students who want to learn traditional martial arts. It's about the knowledge, not a belt or a title.

Take care
Brad

Comment on AMAPS Tournament News

Scottie Schultz — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 20:52:18 GMT

Sensei Papa,
I met you at this tournament last year. When I heard that the amazing Master Doyle Seiber may show up I didn't even want to compete because I didn't want to miss any time with him.
Your humility left a lasting impression on me that day, and it has not changed.
As a Teacher I would rather see my students win than for me to win. I know you feel the same way.

The World Karate Union H.O.F. Tournament was a great time last year and I am sure it was again this year as well. I did not go this year because of the drive, but if I would have known that you were going to be there I would have made the trip.
Congrats to you and Mr. Rollo all the way from Georgia.

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Sensei Papa — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 14:34:52 GMT

Thank you very much for all the kinds words. I will share this with Mr. Rollo. Your comments just support everything I was taught over the last 30+ years. This is why I am honored to be affiliated with Master Seiber and other instructors of Isshinryu- following in the steps of Master Mitchum.

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Doyle — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 13:02:29 GMT

Maybe, Mr. Rollo can accompany Sensei Papa to Mike Taylor's tournament in October. Since it is an Open event, Shorin-Ryu would be a great addition to the Isshin-Ryu,Kung-fu,and Tae Kwon do stylist.

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Mike Allan — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 20:51:30 GMT

I have not had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Rollo but look forward to it in the future ... I know he's in good hands with Sensei Papa!!

I have to agree with you on your tougest competition being yourself ... most of us would have walked away long ago if it was only about besting the other guy ....