Why the “State of the Arts” Supercamp

I started the “State of the Arts” in 2001 as a  way  to  help  Martial Artists from all styles to grow in there knowledge and skills, just like I had  experienced in my 27 years of diverse personal training and 15 years of teaching National and International seminars ..I wanted other motivated students and Instructors to benefit from the kinds of information that I had experienced without having to constantly travel around the world spending $$$$ and sitting on those long nightmare   Airplanes flights  {Sitting on the airplane, huuuummmm, ask my wife about it sometime,]

Many times throughout my years of study I reached plateaus in my training and motivation {I am sure you have had the feeling] and I have found by stepping out of my box [outside my style or art ] that I was instantly stimulated to persevere on the path people often inquire [some even criticize me, can you believe that, in the martial arts, no, not possible [lol] how I have developed such diversity of study, skills and success in the Arts with multiple Black Belts and International recognition.

My answer is always step outside your box, pull your blinkers off, take your head out of the sand and crosstrain, crosstrain and crosstrain again. I am amazed [actually no I'm not, I know the reason, more on that some other time] how some martial artists will only stay in one style and never look outside there Art. I know it’s a bit freaky to go to another school or attend a seminar on some thing you may not understand, that’s maybe not your art, but just for a moment imagine what your life would be like if you only could write with one type of pen and one color, you only learned to walk in a straight line and the only food you could eat was Mc Donalds {get out Supersize Me on DVD and stop the slow death,} what would your life be like, go on, don’t cheat, imagine.

I am sure you get my point; your whole world comes alive when we are given lots of possibilities to play with, this is also true with Martial arts, Bruce Lee used to say “you must first empty your cup [there’s a long Zen story he borrowed this statement from] but to progress to the high levels of M/Arts excellence we must, for a time at least ,empty out some of our old information, training systems and concepts and play with some new Martial Arts toys …..So the perfect environment for you to feel like Santa just came down your chimney are……. the “State of the Arts” Supercamps.

Remember as I have said before NONE… no… NOT ONE … of the Ancient or Modern M/Arts Masters perfected there overall abilities With only one teacher and only one Art, [ they may not tell you this,] but along with discipline and focus, this was the real secret to there success. And the S O T A s could just be a big stepping stone to your own  Martial Arts success.

Over the years we have had hundreds supercamp attends who have taken just that STEP.

So come along and immerse yourself in a weekend of relaxed learning and fun,,, from 10 highly skilled teachers from diverse backgrounds,,, all with the ability to take you from where you are regardless of rank or style to a higher level of M/Art excellence.

Outlined below is a brief background on each of this years  “State of the Arts” Supercamp Teachers dedicated to helping you.

Chris Gower is a highly accomplished Kyokushin style Martial Artist with over 30 years of constant training. He has held multiple NZ Kumite titles, south Pacific title and in 2005 achieved the World championship title in Tokyo Japan. Chris has trained with both Sosai Mas Oyama and Kancho Matsui in Japan. He also participates as a NZ Technical Committee member responsible for the development of the NZ Kyokushin Syllabus. Along with his Black Belt wife Jill they run the Mt Vic Dojo, a State of the Art Training facility in Wellington.

Ian Sadler’s 14 year Martial Arts journey has taken him to Black Belt Dan Levels in both Aikido and Okinawan Karate, always wanting to test the boundaries of combat reality Ian immersed himself in the study of one of the most cutting edge knife fighting systems in the World, AMOK.

After 5 years of intensive training in NZ, Australia and Thailand, Ian has been authorized to open up the AMOK system to New Zealand.

Sean Fitzpatrick is Head Instructor for Progressive Kempo Arts, he is a 3rd Dan teacher with over 20 years encompassing Judo Karate and Kempo. His study is focused on practical applications for the modern environment. He is associated with DSI, CKA ,BCAand OCI, all cutting edge International Martial Art Organisations...As well as M/Arts, Sean is a Professional Fitness Consultant and Regional director for Kempo4 Kids.

John Whitby  is one of the three Chief Instructors For International Okinawan Goju-Ryu - Karate Federation NZ, a 5th Dan and of the old school training under Sensei John Jarvis and Sensei Kawana in the early 70s. Johns 34 years of M/Arts has taken him to many countries with a 5 week training   schedule under Sensei Higaonna 9th Dan at the Home Dojo in Naha City. He also had the great opportunity to practice Zen Meditation under the great Zen Master Rochie in Okinawa .

Adam Lang is a highly respected 5th Dan Multi School owner, Adams 20 years experience covers the in-depth research of pressure points in Martial Arts. He has a deep background in Karate and Ryukyu-Kempo Adam continues to push his own boundaries of study and research. He has achieved Dragon Society International Instructor Level and currently progressing in Bruce Lees Gung Fu.

Alex Richardson is an extremely successful MMA Competitor with a background in Kickboxing, and passion for winning, Alex has taken to the Art of Brazilian Jujitsu with lighting speed and blended these arts to accomplish a high level of success in the Ring of few rules.

Mike Addison-Saipe began training in 1963 with Judo and Karate moving to Aikido and Kobujitsu. He heads the Bushin-Ryu Karate Dojo in Nelson a fulltime Martial Arts and Natural Healing Centre. Being a Chinese trained Acupuncturist has enabled Mike to unlock the finer points of study regarding pressure point related to Martial Arts. He holds a 7th Dan and is a Senior Instructor with Dragon Society International.

Kevin McCombe is the director of Quantum Group South Island and a founding Instructor of TKA Kempo. Kevin has had the opportunity to test his 26 years of M/Arts experience as a Doorman, Security worker and in the Military. He holds a 3rd Dan rank and Black Belts in two styles. Kevin has a passion for Natural Healing and a revolutionary system for Healing Dojo injuries.

Paula Ludwicki is a natural teacher and facilitator, gifted with strong intuitive understanding she holds a 1st Dan Black Belt with 8 years of M/Art experience and is pursuing higher levels in Bruce Lees Gung Fu. Her study and research encompasses Traditional Health, Exercise Science, and the Mind /Body connection. Paula is Head Instructor and Director of Success Black Belt Academy, a fulltime Martial Arts /Mind /Body Centre in Hamilton. She has taught nationally and Internationally.

Ian Waite is an 8th Dan teacher with 33 years of extensive international experience. He holds multiple Blacks Belts in diverse M/Art systems and has trained exclusively under Bruce Lees 1st Generation Students/Instructors. He is the only New Zealander to be inducted into the World M/Arts Hall of Fame.

He has been a pioneer teaching his cutting edge technologies to not only Martial Art Organizations but Elite Teams and Athletes including The Tall Blacks, Chiefs Super 14, several All Blacks and International and World Motocross Champions Darryll King and Ben Townley. Ian was also invited to teach to over 400Black Belts at the Chuck Norris National Convention in Las Vegas 2000. A maverick by traditional standards Ian continues to lift the level of understanding immersed  within the mysteries of the Martial Arts.

Act now, here’s your opportunity to learn from over 230 years
of diverse martial arts experience, all in one weekend, all in one place.

“When the student / Instructor is ready, the teachers will appear”

November 18th and 19th 2006, Ten of the most Cutting Edge Martial Art Teachers
will be appearing at STATE of the ARTS SUPERCAMP 6.

Take  your  Martial  Arts  to  a  “NEW LEVEL” of  Excellence

Outlined below are seminar times and registration information

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