ChunJiDo Blog

I just had a wonderful conversation this morning with our good friend and ChunJiDo International Tennessee State Director, Dr. Dan Netherland. As many of you may know, Dr. Netherland is one of the World’s top breaking experts, holds many breaking world records, and is in Ripley’s, “Believe it or Not!” Dr. Netherland is not only an incredible martial artist, but also an amazing motivational speaker and mentor to young martial artists.

It was wonderful to talk about how much we both consider it a gift to be a martial arts instructor and share our gift with others. Having had my fair share of injuries and setbacks along the way, I still would not change a thing. I truly feel blessed to be able to teach martial arts and impact the lives of my students in some way.

Seeing the excitement, and sense of achievement in the eyes of a child training in martial arts or the determination of an adult student who is transforming their life through the arts is all of the reward I need and far exceeds any trophy I have ever received in competition! Dr. Netherland expressed the same appreciation for this wonderful opportunity to teach and feels everyday in the dojo is truly a blessing.

During my conversation with Dr. Netherland, he gave me the highest compliment that he possibly could have when he said, “I believe in you and your wife, and I believe in your organization and what you are working to accomplish!” This is coming from someone who has dedicated nearly six decades of his life to the martial arts and has traveled the world giving motivational speeches and setting world breaking records! Dr. Netherland is a true Man of God and is not one to waste words, so knowing that he feels this way, it is a great honor and privilege!

Thank you Dr. Netherland and may God continue to bless and strengthen you in all you do for the arts and for those coming up behind you. I hope you continue to share your gifts for many years to come!

With Highest Respects,
Grandmaster Cutrell