About Me
December 8, 2007 by Bob Patterson
- Current Martial Art: Taekwondo. Style: Integrated which combines equal aspects of tradition, sport, & self-defense. Rank: school black belt (I now wait to take the Cho Dan test).
- Weapons: Riot Baton, nunchaku, and working on the single Korean short stick.
- Past Martial Arts:
- PPCT at the intermdediate level w/several live use of force scenarios.
- Western boxing at the novice level.
- Americanized Wing Chun Kung Fu at the novice level.
- Taekwondo at the intermediate level (5th gup @ approx. 15 years ago).
- The Legal Stuff:
The contents of this blog are for informational purposes only. Do not mistake any of this as a substitute for advice from a trained martial arts expert. Martial arts training is a physical activity in which there is risk to the participants. Participation can result in a myriad of injuries including permanent disabilities or even death.
The bottom line: This blog is not a substitute for a martial arts school or instructor with credentials. Use anything I say at your own risk.
- Contact Me:
E-mail: bpatterson67@comcast.net
- Quotable Quotes:
“Pain is the best instructor, but no one wants to go to his class.”
- Choi, Hong Hi (Founder of Taekwondo)“I dislike death, however, there are some things I dislike more than death. Therefore, there are times when I will not avoid danger. “
- Mencius“Do not get into a fight if you can possibly avoid it, but never hit soft. Don’t ever hit a man unless you must, but if you hit him, put him to sleep.”
- Theodore Roosevelt“A black belt is nothing more than a belt that goes around your waist. Being a black belt is a state of mind and attitude.”
- Unknown“Skill without knowledge is worthless.”
- Unknown“Martial Arts help develop patience, responsibility and self-discipline.”
- Oleg Volk
