New Chi Masters in Venezuela!

Congratulations to newly promoted Master Instructors Jose Alberto Pico and Juan Pablo Luxardo from Chi Venezuela!  Their exam consisted of performing 2 colored belt patterns, Tong-Il, and specialty of 2 patterns, along with 7 breaks, one from each level of black belt. 
The weekend began on Friday with GM Steiner and Master Fruitstone administering the Master's Written Test, followed by the Physical Exam.  After the promotions, there was a Master's Seminar.  GM Steiner went first and taught the Training Secrets of TKD, followed by Master Cariati (ICTF President) teaching Self-Defense from different grabs, Master Fruitstone teaching self-defense against strikes, Master Pico teaching redirection of force, and Master Luxardo teaching kicking techinque.
Saturday was the Chi Cup in Caracas, which saw competitors from throughout Venezuela, as well as a team from Canada, and a competitor from GM Steiner's club in Miami.  The weekend concluded with a banquet Saturday night. 
Special thanks go to our hosts for taking care of us and giving a great show!

Chi wins big at OSC Martial Arts' tournament in Orlando!

Congratulations to the 6 Chi students who went up to Orlando on Saturday, March 26th.  We had 5 competitors in Patterns and took 5 gold medals!  In Sparring, we took 2 gold, 3 silver, and one bronze medal!  It was great to see and visit with the other schools and their instructors.  Special thanks to Mr. Francesi for hosting a great event.  A good experience was had by all!  Competitors came from St. Petersberg, Gainesville, Orlando, Sattelite Beach, Jacksonville, Ormond Beach, and Miami.