September 20, 2009 Gathering

[Crafty_Dog]

A Howl of Greeting to All:

Subject to confirmation from Powerhouse Gym of its availability, we are looking for our next Open Gathering to be held September 20, 2009.

"Higher Consciousness through Harder Contact (c)"
Crafty Dog
Guiding Force of the Dog Brothers

[Dog Robertlk808]

I'm not exactly sure which one I will be able to attend but I definitely plan on attending a gathering, Im leaning towards the September gathering.
Looking forward to getting back out there.

[Kaju Dog]

Power House Gym was a great location for the last public Gathering...  I look forward to seeing it there again. 

any more news on the April Private event???

There is a corral here on base we might be able to use in the future...  The ground is softer here also, mainly due to the large amount of Horse poop...LOL

I'll keep checking the other thread for April.

My med bag is good to go for that already

[Crafty_Dog]

We are confirmed!
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This is to confirm the date September 20th, 2009 for the Dog Brother's 
Gathering of the Pack at Powerhouse Gym in Burbank.  If this date is a 
problem, please let us know asap.  Last year's event was a success, 
and we're looking to build on that positive momentum.  Thanks!

E

Eric the Trainer
www.ericthetrainer.com

[Guide Dog]

Power House Gym was a great location for the last public Gathering...  I look forward to seeing it there again.

I agree.

It was a "different" venue, but then again we were fighting in horse crap a few months before.
 
...You know what, I LOVE the Powerhouse Gym.

[jkrenz]

I would love to give it a shot.  I'll be back home then 

[Crafty_Dog]

Outstanding.   We'll be here for you.

[ryangruhn]

It was a "different" venue, but then again we were fighting in horse crap a few months before.
 
...You know what, I LOVE the Powerhouse Gym.

 

My mask and gloves are still stained,  . . . poop color.  I also remember going back to the hotel one night, going into my office, wiping my rear end and getting more horse poo than my own.  Good times.

[Tom Stillman]

  I have a few prospects (one in particular) that will have a lot to offer in empty hand and weapons skills.
 He will probably make his debut at the September gathering.

 

[Dog Mauricio]

     Guau to all 

     Excelent, my students (Javier, Iván, Toño and Ramses) and I we training for the Gathering. We from México city.

 Greetings
 Mauricio

[Growling Dog]

looks like we have 5 people coming from toronto in sept.

[Crafty_Dog]

 

[CrazyCossack]

looks like we have 5 people coming from toronto in sept.

Toronto?

Where in Toronto, I'm in Hamilton and haven't found anyone at all interested in stickfighting, (well some were interested until it came time to actually do it....).

-- More info please?

[ryangruhn]

I don't mean to jinx it but this one seems like it's gonna be big! 

[Sebresos]

Is Kendo gear allowed?

[Crafty_Dog]

The protective gear? 

No.  Its too sturdy.

[PhilipG]

There is quite a group forming in Toronto. Rene Cocolo has brought Crafty up a couple of times and he has some guys trying it out. Also Tyler Morin, A Pekiti Tirsia instructor, has been to a couple of gatherings and DBMA seminars has hooked up with Rene. He will probably answer your question directly. We have a gathering-like event here in Montreal every once in a while that they come up to.

All is possible, even in Canada.

Sled Dog

[Crafty_Dog]

For the record, Tyler is also a DBMA Group Leader/Trainer and has trained with me privately in Switzerland as well as in the US.

I greatly enjoy the group that comes when Dog Rene hosts me and look forward to the next time.

[CrazyCossack]

Thanks for the help, now I guess I'm waiting on hearing from one of the people in and around Toronto for more info.

[PhilipG]

Thanks for the clarification, Crafty. I am inclined to understate when I am not sure of the information.

Sled Dog

[Kaju Dog]

Pretty Kitty,

I just noticed that the attachment of "Registered Fighters" for Sept 20th is showing the old list from last year.

FYI 

Please add my name to the list of Fighters and I will be dropping my registration form in the mail now.


Woof,
Kaju Dog

[Growling Dog]

just faxed mine......
Hey Kaju, round 2 with canes?

[Kaju Dog]

just faxed mine......
Hey Kaju, round 2 with canes?

Definately!  You can expect a bit more aggresssion this time round and a few new tricks.   

Looking forward to it!   

[ryangruhn]

Try not to break the cane over your forearm this time!  You guys are crazy 

[Kaju Dog]

Try not to break the cane over your forearm this time!  You guys are crazy 

LOL 

I plan on being a bit more mobile this time around. 

How's you Dad?  Will he be joining us in Sept?

[pretty_kitty]

Pretty Kitty,

I just noticed that the attachment of "Registered Fighters" for Sept 20th is showing the old list from last year.

FYI 

Please add my name to the list of Fighters and I will be dropping my registration form in the mail now.


Woof,
Kaju Dog

You're right...I need to update it.    If you plan to fight please send in a registration form.  (This means everyone!)  You may fax it to 310-943-2733 or mail it in.

[Kaju Dog]

Pretty Kitty,

I just noticed that the attachment of "Registered Fighters" for Sept 20th is showing the old list from last year.

FYI 

Please add my name to the list of Fighters and I will be dropping my registration form in the mail now.


Woof,
Kaju Dog

You're right...I need to update it.    If you plan to fight please send in a registration form.  (This means everyone!)  You may fax it to 310-943-2733 or mail it in.

Thank you for the fax number.   

[JeffP]

Pretty Kitty,

I just noticed that the attachment of "Registered Fighters" for Sept 20th is showing the old list from last year.

FYI 

Please add my name to the list of Fighters and I will be dropping my registration form in the mail now.

Woof,
Kaju Dog

You're right...I need to update it.    If you plan to fight please send in a registration form.  (This means everyone!)  You may fax it to 310-943-2733 or mail it in.

Dang it... I thought I was pre-registered! 

[Doppelgangster]

I'll be there.  Last time I only fought with knives because I was there by myself and didn't want to get injured that far from home all alone.  This time I'll try to do something with sticks or some other weapons.

[Crafty_Dog]

A Pulitzer prize winning writer has approached me about covering the Gathering.

[Tom Stillman]

"The adventure continues" 

[Kaju Dog]

Justing bringing this to the top.

Sept 20th will be here before you know it.  If you plan on fighting at this one, please get your "Fighter Registration Form" in. 

http://dogbrothers.com/pages/gathering.html

Im looking forward to setting up some fights early.  Last time at Power House it was a huge turn out with lots of fighters.  I hope to get in at least 10 fights this time. 

I already have a cane match set with Dog Rene 

I want to also call out anyone that wishes to go against double sticks, staff and of course "Shock Knife".  I would also like to defend with double stick against staff.

Let the chatter begin...   

Woof - Woof!!

[Growling Dog]

great idea Kaju

all i need to do is find a cane the broken one is mounted on my office wall ( would like to see the pic of that fight actually)
i owe Papy a fight
and id like to give Pound Dog and Cyborg a shot
and i am looking for a double stick match as well

[Kaju Dog]

the broken one is mounted on my office wall 

( would like to see the pic of that fight actually)  ME TO! 

[C-Yo Dog]

I plan on coming and fighting @ the "Gathering" Sept 20th. This will be my first one. I've been a long time fan of DBMA. I'm comin from Portland, Oregon. Is there anyone else from Portland coming down? On the day of, how earlier should one get there? Also, how is fighting order decided? I understand that you pick your own fights but I was just wondering if people have back to back fights or what?

Thanks,
Ryan

[Growling Dog]

last year i came really early yo help set up this help to settle the chattter a bit
as for picking fights walk up say hi and ask, if you have good cardio you can go back to back i saw pound do it but my first time it took me
some time to regain my breath from my first match my not just from the fight but also from the nerves

[Kaju Dog]

I smell the fear in the air...  It's time to get your Fighter Registration in so that the real "Chatter" can begin.


*I know with EURO Gathering and the Canadian summer camp that this is on the back burner a bit....  Just bringing this to the top to keep it fresh. 

I am hearing a slight chatter in the distance and feeling excited for this one.  (Fairly Local for me = I can go!)


PS
Dog Rene, keep working that cane.   

Respectfully,
KD

[Growling Dog]

well trying to  find a good cane is not easy already broke 2, one at home the other in the store
and Kaju if you ever do make it up here you got a place to crash, camp prep is in full swing but
i am keeping focused on the sept. bash it will be nice to fight with a knee at 90%  we still need to get those pics
from Pound.....let the chatter begin

[Tom Stillman]

well trying to  find a good cane is not easy already broke 2, one at home the other in the store
and Kaju if you ever do make it up here you got a place to crash, camp prep is in full swing but
i am keeping focused on the sept. bash it will be nice to fight with a knee at 90%  we still need to get those pics
from Pound.....let the chatter begin

Maybe a rattan cane would be more durable?

[Growling Dog]

they were both rattan

[Kaju Dog]

they were both rattan

MMMmmmaybe not,    The one you broke on me was an inferior wood.  But it still stung.   

I hope to see you soon.  Thanks for everything, but mostly your friendship and loyalty to the pack.

Woof,
KD

[Crafty_Dog]

Ryoga Vee of Baltic Dog's Bay Area Clan of the DBs is now registered.

[Crafty_Dog]

Euro Gathering report inadvertently posted here.  Deleted.

[Point Dog]

Thanks to Guro L for hosting the Gathering.

I posted my thoughts over on the Euro thread but would add here that it was a fantastic couple of days spent with great friends 

[ryangruhn]

Here is my additional training to get ready for the Gathering next month:





An entire triaxle of firewood to cut, split and stack by the time I leave.  I estimate it to be around 8 cords.

[Crafty_Dog]

I like it!!!

Coincidentally enough I did a bit of hitting the tires with a sledgehammer today.

[ryangruhn]

I got pretty good at hitting the tire over the past year however I was promptly reminded how much different splitting wood is.  When you get half way through a log it no longer makes sense to pull the ax back out.  Instead, logic tells me to lift not only the ax but the ax with the log still attached and then try to split it . . . .    Not sure it's the best way but definitely makes for a very interesting workout when you have no clue how many times you're actually going to swing the ax.

[Jonobos]

Let the chatter begin...   

Funny how the flight confirmation email changed my internal dialogue from "Hell yeah lets do this" to "what the hell are you thinking?"   

[arkangel]

Let the chatter begin...   

Funny how the flight confirmation email changed my internal dialogue from "Hell yeah lets do this" to "what the hell are thinking?"   

hahahaha, +1, not that i have flight confirmation yet but thats pdf. and understood. :]

[JeffP]

Let the chatter begin...   

Funny how the flight confirmation email changed my internal dialogue from "Hell yeah lets do this" to "what the hell are thinking?"   

hahahaha, +1, not that i have flight confirmation yet but thats pdf. and understood. :]

Phil, is the Canadian Mafia returning?  Good to hear... see you there!