Archive for the 'General' Category

Springfield, Oregon Black Belt Test: Drew Morgan Promoted to 1st Dan

Sunday, June 8th, 2008

Congratulations to Drew Morgan who successfully completed his 1st Dan test on May 31, 2008 in Springfield, Oregon. According to Master Barbero, Drew demonstrated excellent single hand techniques, pressure points, and defense using a rope. Previously Mr. Morgan also demonstrated 2:1 defenses with clear balance and strong technique.
Drew has been studying Sakidokwan Hapkido since 2001, […]

Robert Kreinbrink awarded Instructor of the Year 2005 by Young Champions of Colorado

Monday, April 3rd, 2006

Robert Kreinbrink I Dan, was recently awarded Instructor of the Year 2005 by Young Champions of Colorado. Congratulations!

Sakidokwan Board Members welcome Master Nigel May (and students) of Australia

Monday, January 2nd, 2006

Sakidokwan Board Members met, reviewing the credentials and skills of Master Nigel May of Australia. His application for membership was unanimously approved! Welcome, Master Nigel May and students! Update: Master Nigel’s biography available.

Summer Camp Merchandise Available

Monday, January 2nd, 2006

The 2005 Saki Do Kwan Summer Camp T-shirts, Mugs and other merchandise are available in the Saki Do Kwan Merchandise Store.

Master Brian P. Kaumo 6th Dan will be relocating to Rock Springs

Monday, January 2nd, 2006

Master Brian P. Kaumo 6th Dan will be relocating to Rock Springs, Wyoming at the beginning of June. Master Kaumo will be working as The District Assessment Coordinator for Sweetwater County School District #1. Master Kaumo plans to work with Grand Master Joseph E.Petty 8th Dan and Mr. Willie Cederburn 4th Dan in running the […]

Rock Springs location Grand Opening

Monday, January 2nd, 2006

Master Petty, VIII Dan and Willie Cederburg, IV Dan are pleased to announce the Grand Opening of their new Tae Kwon-Do studio in Rock Springs, Wyoming on December 6. The school features a visitor lounge, office, equipment room, changing rooms, and is larger than Master Petty’s previous space on Pilot Butte. The school is located […]

Master Ron Hartshorn inducted into Black Belt Hall of Fame

Monday, January 2nd, 2006

Congratulations to Master Ron Hartshorn V DAN who was inducted into the Black Belt Hall of Fame on Nov.13, 2004 as Master Instructor of the Year. GOOD JOB!

Testing and Dan promotion in West Virginia

Monday, January 2nd, 2006

Congratulations to Mr. Tom Balderson, who was recently promoted to 2nd Degree Black Belt. Gup promotions included Mr. David Fields(Senior Green), Mr. James Griffith(Senior Green), and Miss Whitnney Shaffer(Senior Green Hapkido). Master Hartshorn, V Dan Master, relays: “It was a great test with good breaking techniques and very good forms.” Congratulations!

Grand Master Joseph E. Petty, 8th Dan relocates

Monday, January 2nd, 2006

Grand Master Joseph E. Petty, 8th Dan has recently relocated to Rock Springs Wyoming. Grand Master Petty will be working as a security officer through the Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Department, at the Sweetwater County memorial Hospital.
Grand Master Petty is planning on resuming TaeKwon-Do instruction within the next few months with the assistance of Mr. Willie […]

myKarateStore.com is now open

Monday, January 2nd, 2006

Here is a link to Mr. Kreinbrink’s myKarateStore.com, where you can purchase discount martial arts training equipment and supplies. (Yes, I realize this is not Karate - it’s a long story). Currently, Tokaido Ultimate Uniforms are available at huge discounts. Thank you, Saki Do Kwan members, for allowing this shameless promotion. Feel free to suggest […]