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Jun 01
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June 2006 NewsletterPosted by KMSF in interview |
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From Barny's Desk
Concentrate while being distracted.
On the street you may be approached by someone asking directions, a light for a cigarette, or even the time. This may be someone trying to distract you while a second person picks your pocket, steals your bag, or maybe even grabs you from behind. If you decide to talk to this person position yourselfso you can see everything around you. Use all your senses. If you feel something is out of place, it probably is. Say "Sorry, no" and move on. Always concentrate on what is around you, not what is directly in front of you.
Announcements and Events
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Instructor Gabriel Khorramian and wife Roberta welcomed a new baby girl into the world Saturday, June 3rd.
2nd Annual Combatives Training Seminar
Open to all levels.
Increase punching and kicking speed and power!
Material Covered:
Straight Punches, Palm Strikes, Hammer Fists, Hook Punches, Uppercut Punches, Groin Kicks, Vertical Kicks, Push Kicks, Side Kicks, Back Kicks, Round Kicks.
Arm and Leg conditioning to increase strength, speed and stamina.
Great for anyone who wants to learn to improve their punches and kicks.
Saturday July 15 1:30-4:30
Sign up by July 1....$50
After July 1.........$65
Upcoming Belt Tests
Yellow Belt: June 10th
Green Belt: June 17th, June 18th
Gym Facilities at KMSF
If you were thinking about it now is the time! We need 10 people more to sign up. As soon as we have 30 people, we will order the floors and equipment which should take about 2 weeks. Billing will not start until 2 weeks after we open the gym.
The 2nd Annual Elite Training Camp was a blast!
Check out the slide show on the KM home page: www.kravmaga-sf.com
Interview: Luis Recinos
"I had to make a choice, do I want to be happy and healthy, or do I want money? Thats what it boils down to... all the time I spend at Krav I used to spend at work doing overtime so I made a decision that I didn't want to do that with my life."
Luis Recinos is a trainer and counselor at San Francisco Juvenile Hall. Last month he gave me a tour of the new facility being built near Twin Peaks, and showed me the current facility that it will eventually replace. I knew the environment would be a little intimidating and perhaps a little grim, but I noticed that Luis has a high level of comfort here. He trains the staff in how to deal with crisis intervention, using verbal skills as well as a wide array of control techniques such as wrist locks, sweeps and other takedowns. He is also a liaison between the administration and the construction project managers, advising them on safety and security problems with the design, such as putting more clear barriers on upper levels and preparing the staff to deal with some of the new cell block configurations. After the tour, we sat down in his office to talk for a while.
How did you get started in martial arts training?
"I first started in martial arts when I was 5 or 6 years old doing American Kenpo. In the Army, I studied basic hand to hand. Afterwards, I went to school and got out of shape, so I decided to get back into it. I studied tai chi, hapkido, taekwondo, shaolin kenpo, aki jujitsu," but then decided to try a self defense system that was not so traditional. "Krav felt different, I did it for a month, and it kinda grew on me and now it's been 2 1/2 years!" In the Army, Luis was stationed in Germany from 1980 - 1983. He was initially trained as an interrogator and counter-intelligence agent but he also did a wide variety of other training. "I served on what's called a SAT team, "Special Actions Team". There was a lot going on with European terrorists at that time, they were blowing up cars and kidnapping GIs, so we'd have select teams that would do special weapons training. If there was an explosion in the street, we would be the first responders."
What got you interested in that particular focus of military service? Did your superiors discover that you had an aptitude for it?
"I coudn't say exactly, I think it's my short attention span, so that's also why KMSF is great for me. I get tired of Krav, so I do some groundfighting, I get tired of that, do some Strike and Fight, get tired of that and do some Yoga and conditioning. There's always something to keep me interested and going, which is why I've been there for so long now. With interrogation its the same thing, you get to play roles, you can pretend you're a seargeant, you can pretend you're a major. You have to be able to talk to people on different levels, so it keeps you interested."
How did you start working at Juvenile Hall?
"I had my own business for a while, and I started working with kids painting temporary murals on my store front." Luis signed up for a position at Juvenile Hall on a lark, and soon discovered that it was very challenging. "I learned a few things about myself, first of all, that I was intimidated by the place. I was intimidated by the people that work here, and I don't like feeling that way. I took it as a challenge, when you're new here, you're on your own. I was stuck running a unit where the kids were out of control and the staff was not managing them. I remember waking up in the morning before work in a cold sweat, I was so stressed out about it. I was able to overcome those fears, and thrive here. I can go into any unit now."
How did you start training staff?
"Initially I was coming in on my own time, trying to work shift patterns out for the staff because they were so bad for people's health. I would meet the chief probation officer every month to work out the shifts and he liked the way I worked, so he offered me a position as a liaison to the construction project here about 3 years ago. That developed into being responsible to train the staff for the new building, but that evolved into training the staff now. You just have to be willing to take the headaches and handle the criticism." Since then, Luis has deveoped an extensive training curriculum, with manuals and policy explanations that have helped the staff understand how to apply verbal and physical techniques in the safest way possible.
Does the Krav training come into play in this job very often?
"It does, but it surprisingly not as much as you'd think. The best skill a person can have is communicating, and even in a tough spot, the chances of being able to get out of it is pretty good unless someone is dead set on doing serious harm to you. I've talked my way out of some doozies for sure. So I think that's greatest skill you can use or develop, is to be able to understand people, and not be initimidated. At the same time you respect people, to be confident but not arrogant." He explained that part of that is having enough confidence that once you've said what you can, you have some skills to back you up. "This confidence comes out in people, I see it in a lot of people that train at KMSF. I'm talking about the women here especially, I think its amazing that they are sparring with guys that outweigh them by 100 pounds. It takes guts, and I give them a lot of credit."
"Another by product of this training is the people that I've met, it's one of the reason I keep going back. It's the camaraderie, getting through the workouts, I really like that. I find myself in a good place most of the time. I come to work and I do my thing and I stress out. Then I get out of here and go to Krav. By the time I leave I'm beat and tired and I've got it all out of my system. At the same time I'm on an even keel, I'm not hateful and I don't dislike anyone. The thought of even a flash of anger which happens to all of us, even that goes away a lot quicker than it used to."
Integrated Training - Cycles
In the last 2 segments (April news, May news) I made recommendations on incorporating strength and conditioning training into your Level 1 or Level 2 training. To wrap up the series, I make suggestions as to how to cycle the various types of training throughout the year.
Consider several factors when it comes to altering your training routines. What are some good reasons to change your routine? Physically, is your body getting tired and sore, or aquiring more injuries? Do you feel like you've become stuck on a plateau, physically or mentally? Maybe it's the seasons changing, I know right now I feel a desire to get outside and enjoy the summer weather.
With any kind of exercise routine, it is helpful to alter it slightly every few months. Particularly with strength training, it is advisable to take a break and do less something less intense for a couple weeks. It could be going with lighter weights, or getting away from it entirely and swimming or cycling, anything that keeps you moving and puts less stress on the joints and tendons.
Training in different environments helps as well. Instead of going to the gym sometimes, go to a par course and do body weight exercises outdoors. Instead of hitting the bag, go to the park with a partner and hit focus mitts or work on self defense techniques.
Most of all, pay attention to your physical and mental state throughout the year. Listen to the signals your body sends you, and also your moods. Are you looking forward to training? Or does it take more effort than usual to get up the energy to do it? Sometimes the need to change comes from other areas. In times where stress from work or personal relationships increases, training can be a welcome refuge. Other times, being emotionally exhausted may mean you need a physical break as well. Get to know your own cycles, and you can make the necessary adjustments in your training routine to always get the most from it.
If any of you have questions, ideas or comments on the suggested training, please feel free to e-mail me. I know many of you have a variety of training experiences, and possibly other concerns such as injuries or working on specific areas.
Concentrate while being distracted.
On the street you may be approached by someone asking directions, a light for a cigarette, or even the time. This may be someone trying to distract you while a second person picks your pocket, steals your bag, or maybe even grabs you from behind. If you decide to talk to this person position yourselfso you can see everything around you. Use all your senses. If you feel something is out of place, it probably is. Say "Sorry, no" and move on. Always concentrate on what is around you, not what is directly in front of you.
Announcements and Events
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Instructor Gabriel Khorramian and wife Roberta welcomed a new baby girl into the world Saturday, June 3rd.
2nd Annual Combatives Training Seminar
Open to all levels.
Increase punching and kicking speed and power!
Material Covered:
Straight Punches, Palm Strikes, Hammer Fists, Hook Punches, Uppercut Punches, Groin Kicks, Vertical Kicks, Push Kicks, Side Kicks, Back Kicks, Round Kicks.
Arm and Leg conditioning to increase strength, speed and stamina.
Great for anyone who wants to learn to improve their punches and kicks.
Saturday July 15 1:30-4:30
Sign up by July 1....$50
After July 1.........$65
Upcoming Belt Tests
Yellow Belt: June 10th
Green Belt: June 17th, June 18th
Gym Facilities at KMSF
If you were thinking about it now is the time! We need 10 people more to sign up. As soon as we have 30 people, we will order the floors and equipment which should take about 2 weeks. Billing will not start until 2 weeks after we open the gym.
The 2nd Annual Elite Training Camp was a blast!
Check out the slide show on the KM home page: www.kravmaga-sf.com
Interview: Luis Recinos
"I had to make a choice, do I want to be happy and healthy, or do I want money? Thats what it boils down to... all the time I spend at Krav I used to spend at work doing overtime so I made a decision that I didn't want to do that with my life."
Luis Recinos is a trainer and counselor at San Francisco Juvenile Hall. Last month he gave me a tour of the new facility being built near Twin Peaks, and showed me the current facility that it will eventually replace. I knew the environment would be a little intimidating and perhaps a little grim, but I noticed that Luis has a high level of comfort here. He trains the staff in how to deal with crisis intervention, using verbal skills as well as a wide array of control techniques such as wrist locks, sweeps and other takedowns. He is also a liaison between the administration and the construction project managers, advising them on safety and security problems with the design, such as putting more clear barriers on upper levels and preparing the staff to deal with some of the new cell block configurations. After the tour, we sat down in his office to talk for a while.
How did you get started in martial arts training?
"I first started in martial arts when I was 5 or 6 years old doing American Kenpo. In the Army, I studied basic hand to hand. Afterwards, I went to school and got out of shape, so I decided to get back into it. I studied tai chi, hapkido, taekwondo, shaolin kenpo, aki jujitsu," but then decided to try a self defense system that was not so traditional. "Krav felt different, I did it for a month, and it kinda grew on me and now it's been 2 1/2 years!" In the Army, Luis was stationed in Germany from 1980 - 1983. He was initially trained as an interrogator and counter-intelligence agent but he also did a wide variety of other training. "I served on what's called a SAT team, "Special Actions Team". There was a lot going on with European terrorists at that time, they were blowing up cars and kidnapping GIs, so we'd have select teams that would do special weapons training. If there was an explosion in the street, we would be the first responders."
What got you interested in that particular focus of military service? Did your superiors discover that you had an aptitude for it?
"I coudn't say exactly, I think it's my short attention span, so that's also why KMSF is great for me. I get tired of Krav, so I do some groundfighting, I get tired of that, do some Strike and Fight, get tired of that and do some Yoga and conditioning. There's always something to keep me interested and going, which is why I've been there for so long now. With interrogation its the same thing, you get to play roles, you can pretend you're a seargeant, you can pretend you're a major. You have to be able to talk to people on different levels, so it keeps you interested."
How did you start working at Juvenile Hall?
"I had my own business for a while, and I started working with kids painting temporary murals on my store front." Luis signed up for a position at Juvenile Hall on a lark, and soon discovered that it was very challenging. "I learned a few things about myself, first of all, that I was intimidated by the place. I was intimidated by the people that work here, and I don't like feeling that way. I took it as a challenge, when you're new here, you're on your own. I was stuck running a unit where the kids were out of control and the staff was not managing them. I remember waking up in the morning before work in a cold sweat, I was so stressed out about it. I was able to overcome those fears, and thrive here. I can go into any unit now."
How did you start training staff?
"Initially I was coming in on my own time, trying to work shift patterns out for the staff because they were so bad for people's health. I would meet the chief probation officer every month to work out the shifts and he liked the way I worked, so he offered me a position as a liaison to the construction project here about 3 years ago. That developed into being responsible to train the staff for the new building, but that evolved into training the staff now. You just have to be willing to take the headaches and handle the criticism." Since then, Luis has deveoped an extensive training curriculum, with manuals and policy explanations that have helped the staff understand how to apply verbal and physical techniques in the safest way possible.
Does the Krav training come into play in this job very often?
"It does, but it surprisingly not as much as you'd think. The best skill a person can have is communicating, and even in a tough spot, the chances of being able to get out of it is pretty good unless someone is dead set on doing serious harm to you. I've talked my way out of some doozies for sure. So I think that's greatest skill you can use or develop, is to be able to understand people, and not be initimidated. At the same time you respect people, to be confident but not arrogant." He explained that part of that is having enough confidence that once you've said what you can, you have some skills to back you up. "This confidence comes out in people, I see it in a lot of people that train at KMSF. I'm talking about the women here especially, I think its amazing that they are sparring with guys that outweigh them by 100 pounds. It takes guts, and I give them a lot of credit."
"Another by product of this training is the people that I've met, it's one of the reason I keep going back. It's the camaraderie, getting through the workouts, I really like that. I find myself in a good place most of the time. I come to work and I do my thing and I stress out. Then I get out of here and go to Krav. By the time I leave I'm beat and tired and I've got it all out of my system. At the same time I'm on an even keel, I'm not hateful and I don't dislike anyone. The thought of even a flash of anger which happens to all of us, even that goes away a lot quicker than it used to."
Integrated Training - Cycles
In the last 2 segments (April news, May news) I made recommendations on incorporating strength and conditioning training into your Level 1 or Level 2 training. To wrap up the series, I make suggestions as to how to cycle the various types of training throughout the year.
Consider several factors when it comes to altering your training routines. What are some good reasons to change your routine? Physically, is your body getting tired and sore, or aquiring more injuries? Do you feel like you've become stuck on a plateau, physically or mentally? Maybe it's the seasons changing, I know right now I feel a desire to get outside and enjoy the summer weather.
With any kind of exercise routine, it is helpful to alter it slightly every few months. Particularly with strength training, it is advisable to take a break and do less something less intense for a couple weeks. It could be going with lighter weights, or getting away from it entirely and swimming or cycling, anything that keeps you moving and puts less stress on the joints and tendons.
Training in different environments helps as well. Instead of going to the gym sometimes, go to a par course and do body weight exercises outdoors. Instead of hitting the bag, go to the park with a partner and hit focus mitts or work on self defense techniques.
Most of all, pay attention to your physical and mental state throughout the year. Listen to the signals your body sends you, and also your moods. Are you looking forward to training? Or does it take more effort than usual to get up the energy to do it? Sometimes the need to change comes from other areas. In times where stress from work or personal relationships increases, training can be a welcome refuge. Other times, being emotionally exhausted may mean you need a physical break as well. Get to know your own cycles, and you can make the necessary adjustments in your training routine to always get the most from it.
If any of you have questions, ideas or comments on the suggested training, please feel free to e-mail me. I know many of you have a variety of training experiences, and possibly other concerns such as injuries or working on specific areas.
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