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[html] BAMA NEWSBLOCKER ACADEMY OF MARTIAL ARTS OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER (since 1995)February - May ~ Special Edition 2010 www.blockeracademy.com Quote “In modern battle, which is delivered with combatants so far apart, man has come to have a horror of man. He comes to hand-to-hand fighting only to defend his body or if forced to it.” – Ardant du Picq “Battle Studies” Videos(1 hour in training logbook for each video watched) Deadliest Warrior episode 1: Apache vs. Gladiator (Morning Star Entertainment & Spike TV) www.spiketv.com Deadliest Warrior episode 4: Pirate vs. Knight (Morning Star Entertainment & Spike TV) www.spiketv.com Deadliest Warrior episode 5: Yakuza vs. Mafia (Morning Star Entertainment & Spike TV) www.spiketv.com Deadliest Warrior episode 7: Shaolin Monk vs. Maori Warrior (Morning Star Entertainment & Spike TV) www.spiketv.com Deadliest Warrior episode 9: IRA vs. Taliban (Morning Star Entertainment & Spike TV) www.spiketv.com Bataan Rescue – The most daring rescue of World War II (PBS Home Video) Coach Carter (Paramount/MTV) Targeted Osama bin Laden – Reign of Terror (The History Channel) Books(5 hours in training logbook for each book read) On Killing – The Psychological Cost of Learning to Kill in War and Society by Lt. Col. David Grossman (Back Bay Books) Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer (Anchor Books) Websites Blocker Academy of Martial Arts www.blockeracademy.com 26,842,694 Unique website hits and counting Global Knife Fighting & affiliated arts www.globalknifefighting.com 33,063 Unique website hits and counting Blocker Academy of Martial Arts MySpace www.myspace.com/blockeracademy 1,597 website profile views and counting Snake Blocker MySpace www.myspace.com/snakeblocker 13,508 website profile views and counting Snake Blocker’s Photo Site www.flickr.com/photos/snakeblocker 78,869 views and counting Snake Blocker www.snakeblocker.com Snake Blocker found this turtle while training at Ft Dix, New Jersey (Summer 2009). The Native Turtle by Snake BlockerThe turtle has always been an important symbol to the Native Americans. The turtle is both a water and land animal and it represents strength (protection), fertility, truth, perseverance (long life) and balance. It has been regarded as mythical, symbolical and sacred. It has survived since the time of creation. Legend says the original turtles pictured on their back the patterns consisting of the 13 moons, which portrayed the truth of a single cycle of the Earth’s revolution around the sun. There were also 28 markings on the back which portray the woman’s body and the cycle of the moon. The hard shell symbolizes the actual happenings of the body and is also there to remind mankind of God’s plan and laws. The Native Americans used its shell for music during sacred ceremonies and its drawings are depicted on weapons, everyday household goods and other artifacts. One legend speaks of the Great Grandmother Turtle being present when God gave man the 7 Sacred Laws. She was present to make sure that the laws would not be forgotten or vanish. Another legend tells of the Earth being created from the shell of the Great Turtle. The shell was strong enough to survive difficult situations and tough enough to bare the burdens of mankind. The Apaches identified the turtle as symbolic of a person’s spirit. The turtle is steady, patient, strong, non-dramatic, defensive and consistent. You will see the turtle expressed in Native American legends, oral stories, songs and dances. You will see it portrayed in Native American art, pottery, rocks and basketry. Be like the turtle!Nicole De La Garza shooting 9M at shooting range – Colorado, May 2010. Promotions/Awards Jeron Hampton (U.S. Air Force) earned his Phase 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 Certificate in Military Close Quarters Combat (MCQC). Jeron is the highest ranked MCQC student under Snake Blocker. Sarah Burlee (U.S. Army) earned her Phase 1 & 2 Certificate in Military Close Quarters Combat (MCQC) and her Level 1 –Green Armband Level in Muay Thai. Sarah is the first female to be ranked in Phase 2 under Snake Blocker. Tapaev “Ban” Bakytbek (AAFES) earned his Phase 1 Certificate in Military Close Quarters Combat (MCQC). Kerwin Canionero (U.S. Air Force) earned his Phase 1 Certificate in Military Close Quarters Combat (MCQC). Raymond Jones (U.S. Air Force) earned his Phase 1 Certificate in Military Close Quarters Combat (MCQC). Mark Lewis (DCIS Special Agent) earned his Phase 2 Certificate in Military Close Quarters Combat (MCQC). Cyrus Kam (FBI Special Agent & U.S. Air Force) earned his Phase 1 Certificate in Military Close Quarters Combat (MCQC).Kerwin Canionero (right) receives his MCQC Phase I certificate from Snake Blocker.Cyrus Kam (right) receives his MCQC Phase I certificate from Snake Blocker.Mark Lewis (right) receiving his MCQC Phase II from Snake Blocker.Sarah Burlee receiving her MCQC Phase II from Snake Blocker.Tapaev “Ban” Bakytbek (left) receiving his MCQC Phase I from Snake Blocker. Snake Blocker was awarded the NATO Afghanistan ISAF Medal for service with NATO and the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) Operation in Afghanistan, signed by Anders Fogh Rasmussen, The Secretary General; Snake also received the Afghanistan Campaign Medal for service in Afghanistan; and he was awarded the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service in the performance of his duties under the 38th Human resources Company, the 82nd Sustainment Brigade, and the 82nd Special Troops Battalion signed by Col John E. O’Neil, LG Commanding 82nd Sustainment Brigade HQ. Jeron Hampton receiving his MCQC Phase II, III, IV, V and VI from Snake Blocker Patriot SaluteTimothy Spaulding is a true patriot. Mr. Spaulding has donated hundreds of book to troops in the war zone including the Military Close Quarters Combat program. Here is a list of some of the things Timothy has done in preparing books for our troops: 1) He spends hours researching books, DVDs, etcetera, educating himself on who’s who from Amazon books to E-bay to You-Tube. This is time he’ll never get back.2) He gets called at 0015 in the morning for a loaded coal train at his away-from-home terminal, where he gets in at 1330 and tries to sleep. He rinses up and repeats this work routine. He is on-call 24/7 minus “legal rest.”3) He trades his labor for books, shipping, and a truckload of pricey tape. This is money that will never enter his 401K, and never gains interests, therefore his efforts for the troops continue to cost him and take away from his retirement savings. And more labor is traded for replacement cash.4) He goes to a nearby 24 hour Wallmart between midnight and 2 a.m. to scrounge for the stiff boards he uses to turn paperbacks into hardbacks so the books he donates can last. 5) He then packs the supplies back and forth while working and begins putting it all together or he goes to a local McDonalds and sits there for 4-8 hours taping stacks of books utilizing table space and buying endless Coke, coffee and grub. He gets lots of stares, to say the least. He refuses to calculate how much time it takes for one book, but it’s far more time consuming than it would seem. He thinks his work advertises that the book was sent with a purpose and it’s his way of showing the troops that people care about them stateside. 6) He has to catalogue, pack, go to the post office, and fill out all the custom’s forms need. Many times this is done 5 minutes before closing when these books make it in the door.7) Timothy takes this off his taxes but his time and effort gets no return. 8) The books he sends do not represent 25 cent garage sale finds that would have been thrown away, they represent hours of irreplaceable time and financial sacrifice. To date, Mr. Spaulding has personally mailed off over 1500 books to Iraq and Afghanistan spending about $6,000 per year. 9) He also writes reviews on the books at amazon.com.God bless this true American Patriot and thank him for his support to the troops. “Thank you” to those that supported our troops and the MCQC program. There were over 30 individuals and companies that received a Certificate of Appreciation from 38th Human Resource Company, 510th Human Resource Company and Snake Blocker. “Every good citizen makes his country's honor his own, and cherishes it not only as precious but as sacred. He is willing to risk his life in its defense and its conscious that he gains protection while he gives it.” – Andrew Jackson NFL football players supporting our troops in Afghanistan: Joe Thomas – Cleveland Browns, Mario Williams – Houston Texans, Vernon Davis – San Francisco 49ers and Jason Witten – Dallas Cowboys. Thai Vocabulary Koo ek = main boutKru ek = main teacher/instructorKru suuan = master teacher/instructor Kruang rang = ring of charms SNAKE BLOCKER’S SEMINAR TOUR 2010
January-April 2010
Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan (Military & DOD Contractors only)MWR Clamshell Auditorium Mon – Thurs @ 0545 – 0700 and Fri – Sun @ 0630-0730. The Rock Fitness Center (Camp Cunningham) Tues, Thurs, & Sat @ 2100-2200.
NEW UPDATE: Snake Blocker will have to reschedule some of his summer seminars due to being out to the country during those days (Apache Knife seminar and Argentina seminar for sure). Kentucky Muay Thai & Knife Seminar – Saturday 8 May 2010 at 10 a.m.1100 east main street
Richmond, KY 4075Hosted by Stephen Carroll kamagong60@hotmail.com The "Apache Falcon" knife by Snake Blocker:
http://www.topsknives.com/product_info.php?products_id=305&osCsid=5bfd8ssbqpjh7eqph8do6o15f1 $ 229.00 sheath & certificate of authenticity with serial number included Many Military and DOD Contractors have already bought their Apache Falcon. Get yours today. Heather with Snake Blocker’s Apache Falcon - Afghanistan.Troy with his new Apache Falcon - Afghanistan. Christopher wielding his new Apache Falcon – Afghanistan
Butters with his new Apache Falcon knife - Afghanistan Special limited table-top hardcover poetry book by Snake Blocker (released 22 November 2009):The Art of Compromise – From Right to Left (collector’s edition)Click below to order:
Snake Blocker has had the opportunity again to continue to be on the air twice a month on American Freedom Network Radio (AFN) Afghanistan. Thanks AFN and Freedom Network Radio. 30 January 2010, Guro Mike Schwarz interviewed Snake Blocker for the online show, FMA/Silat [FMA = Filipino Martial Arts]. The show is sponsored by WSEF/MAI and Malayan War College. This interview is posted at: http://www.defensivecombat.com/DCMEDIA.html 31 March 2010, Snake Blocker talked to the troops at the USO Tillman in Bagram, Afghanistan during the showing of Deadliest Warrior: Apache vs. Gladiator. Snake Blocker’s Muay Thai Level 6 "The Crocodile Bites” instructional DVD is now available (High Home Films). Order Levels 1-6 today at http://www.hockscqc.com/shop/18-snake-blocker-apache-knife-fighting.html Over 225 students trained under Snake Blocker during his one year deployment to Afghanistan.
Muay Thaimes International Magazine sold in Kuwait.
White Flyer sent caps and tee shirts to the students.
New patches, tee-shirts, shorts (coming soon) and lapel pins by The United States Muay Thai Association. Go to www.usmta.com to order yours today: Snake Blocker will be working with Raven Tactical International on upcoming events and seminars.
Evanlee Romero turned 1 year old. Pick up your copy of Muay Thaimes magazine today - www.muaythaimes.com. Snake Blocker was interviewed in the new issue of Muay Thaimes
Lauren Bradley
99 New Students - WELCOME: ABUNDEZ-RAMIREZ, VALENCIAADAMS, MARQUITA L.ALDRICH, KAYLAALFORD, EDDIEAYQUE, AILEENAZAMAT, ABDULLAEVBAN, TAPAEVBARINAS, BUENLENIDOBARLOW, BRANDONBARNES, MICHAELBARTH, STEVEBAUDLER, JOSEPH E.BECKER, TRACIBLONG, JOHNBRIGHAM, A.BROWN, BRANDONBULGER, CHRISTIANBURLEE, SARAHCANNON, CHADCHICO, SWANLYNNCISNEROS, PATRICIA V.COLSTON, LOUISCURTIN, MICHAELDAHLE, ADAMDEPEW, WILLDROUPER, T.FELIX, VICTORFENTON, COREYFIFI, DENNISFIGUEROA-DIAZ, YESENIAGAINEY, SAMUELGALARPE, BRYANGONZALEZ SANCHEZ, ORLANDOGREENE, RIOGRIFFIN, ANDREHARKINS, CORYHARTMAN, CARLTONHARTMANN, RAYMONDHAYES, STEPHANIEHAYES, STEPHENHODGES, EDDIEHOLMES, PIEDADJACKSON, WILLIAMJOHNSON, BRANTLEYJONES, RAYMONDJOSEMON, T.KEASEN, BENJAMIN M.KELLIWAIWAIOLE, HOMERKO, JENNY
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