ChunJiDo 15 Year Celebration
March 31, 2011
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This weekend the ChunJiDo organization celebrated its 15 Year Anniversary and it was truly a monumental event. The event was attended by nearly 200 people including most of the high ranking Black Belts in the organization, students, and their families. In addition, my dear friend and one of the most respected martial artists in the Midwest, Grandmaster Tom Black of Carbondale, Illinois and Heather Minckler one of his top Instructors, attended the celebration. Grandmaster Black is our ChunJiDo International Illinois State Director and a very strong supporter of ChunJiDo. Their attendance was greatly appreciated and I am always deeply thankful for their continued support.
The event kicked-off with testimonies from several Black Belts, students, and parents, who openly shared their experiences with the ChunJiDo organization and expressed their gratitude for what all it has done for them and what ChunJiDo has meant to them. I was so humbled and moved by all of the kind words about the impact I, as their Master Instructor, have made in their lives. There was not a dry eye in the house. I have always hoped, through my teachings, I could influence the lives of others in a positive way and it was reassuring to see that my hopes are coming true! As an instructor, I feel it is just as important to develop life skills as it is to develop martial arts or self-defense skills. ChunJiDo is about self-realization and giving people the confidence to meet challenges and overcome obstacles. Words cannot express my gratitude to all of those who spoke and I am forever grateful for your kind words and appreciation.
I also want to thank my amazing wife, Sensei Nancy Cutrell, who is my rock and my strength. She has always believed in me and supported me in my efforts to grow the ChunJiDo organization, and most recently, to take it internationally. Without her love and belief in my vision it would not have been possible.
Fifteen years ago I started the ChunJiDo organization on a hope and a dream, fifteen years later it has far exceeded my expectations. It would not have been possible without all of my Black Belts, students, families, and fellow martial artists along the way that have believed and supported this vision. Most of all it would not have been possible without the Grace of a Loving God, that has allowed me to do his work and who gave me this wonderful gift of martial arts to share with others. I am also grateful for everyone who helped put on the celebration this weekend. Thank you all for a wonderful day that meant the world to me!
God’s blessings,
Grandmaster Cutrell
It is an honor to be a part of such a POSITIVE organization like yours. Kristine and I are blessed to have found you guys. As we appreciate our parent alliance, the Tactical Hapkido Alliance and GM Rodemaker, we are also thankful for our association with ChunJiDo. Kristine and I are more than happy to have such wonderful mentors. All the Best in the future.
Posted March 31, 2011 by Ken Ducote