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Title: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on February 04, 2010, 10:43:33 PM
Woof All:

Just opening this thread.

"HCTHC" (c)
Crafty Dog
Guiding Force
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Dog Howie on February 09, 2010, 12:31:28 PM
Can my chatter start yet GC?
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on February 10, 2010, 10:12:33 AM
It is up to you  :-D
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Monkey Man on April 18, 2010, 08:52:31 PM
Woof

Is there any restrictions on bringing others? I have two people who I would like to bring with me, also is there any cost for observing?

Thanks

Monkey
 :?
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on April 18, 2010, 10:41:19 PM
Yes we look for a donation at the door.  If your friends would like to fight, well then, they must pre-register just like everyone else.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Growling Dog on May 11, 2010, 04:01:53 PM
woof
looks like Toronto crew has grown to 5
with a potential Calgary participant
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on May 11, 2010, 09:09:59 PM
Dog Mauricio of Mexico City looks to be in. 

Many others too; it's still early for people getting formally registered.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Jonobos on May 24, 2010, 06:29:25 PM
I am hoping to make it out again this year. Its a little out of my price range to make the trip alone, so it sort of depends on the rest of the crew.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on May 24, 2010, 08:43:57 PM
"Tomorrow is promised to no one."
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Padraig on May 29, 2010, 09:34:36 AM
Howdy,
 I registered formally for the Open Gathering a couple weeks ago and I am cautiously psyched for it. By the Gathering I will be bout 1.5 years into my Dekiti training and I have upped my Kali Training to 6 hours a week supplemented with 6 hours of MMA type stuff. What sort of independant work should I be doing, road work, tire work, weights, probably all of the above? Thanks for any advice.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: bjung on May 30, 2010, 09:45:50 AM
Well...it's some time away, and the answer is YES. good conditioning is important, one thing that separates new comers from people who have fought before is the experience of being in the adrenal state. Put some time into hard sparring (either in stick or MMA), get the feeling of being under pressure. i feel it's hard to hard to get to (for me) unless it's in a stick fight, try using light rattan for sparring and work your way up with some trusted partners.

good luck :-D
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Growling Dog on June 01, 2010, 01:06:21 AM
Woof Padraig

if i may give you my 5 cents
cardio is very important a 2 min stick fight can feel like 10 min
hit tires, as hard as you(using foot work) can this will get you used to holding on to your stick, and help your recovery after you strike i strongly suggest you wear your mask during this drill.
which brings me to my next point try to train with the equipment that you will use at the gathering. and find a group of people and stick fight often, light sticks and padded sticks are good but you need to bring out what you are going to fight with to get a true feeling of what you are getting your self into
and lastly congrats for signing up i look forward to seeing you in september

C-GD                             
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Jonobos on June 05, 2010, 01:29:44 PM
Padraig

Yes, cardio! Although I could be totally wrong and my perceptions wildly off, it felt like my double stick fight vs Kaju dog at last years open gathering ran for an eternity. At the time I would have estimated it to be around 5 minutes. Looking back it may only have been 3? I don't really know. I am quite sure it was exhausting though :P

Prepare yourself for the size of the sticks and the power people will be swinging with. Drill will your training partners putting some serious force into thier swings. Maybe it is just me (it was my first gathering after all) but I found this to be quite a shock. Dog Mauricio slammed the stick clear out of my hand with only stick on stick contact. Not ideal!
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Padraig on June 10, 2010, 07:12:36 AM
Thanks for the advice, I am on it. I also signed of for Guro Crafty's Kali Tudo Seminar in NYC in a couple weeks to sharpen my game up.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Guide Dog on June 10, 2010, 08:06:36 AM
Padraig,

I think you have some sound advice already. I would add a few things:

- In a magazine article, Guro Lonely Dog suggested stopping your hard sparring several weeks before the Gathering. Naturally, this helps you to avoid injury, but I have always appreciated that advice to avoid going into the Gathering feeling psyched out. What if you're sparring the night before, and you just "don't have it" that day and you perform badly? By focusing on yourself those last weeks, you don't bring any performance-related baggage with you into the Gathering space that could come with sparring days before the event.

- Focus on a few things, and put those FMA concepts into a circuit training routine. Go beyond the norm. If you lift weights, halfway through the weight routine, do some carranza, or hit a tire. Go for a run, and cool down with power shots. By working on a few FMA things while your body is recovering from other (varied) activities, you will OWN the FMA material on which you are working.

- Check your equipment the night before, so you don't have to bother with it the morning of. You want to just be able to get into your car and go.

- Most of the fighters I have met over the years, whether I only met them once, or I see them at every Gathering are really good, funny, friendly people. Get to Powerhouse early if you can, and introduce yourself to some folks. It will lighten your mood, and make the waiting easier.

- For me, once my first fight of the day is over, I'm in it, and the nerves settle down exponentially. The night before, and the morning of are the hardest.

- Set a number in your head of fights for the day, and try to achieve it. If you don't think you have another one in you, take one more.

- If you think there is a fighter completely out of your league, try to fight him. In my humble opinion, you will either fare well and surprise yourself, or you will survive a beating, and come back stronger.

- Remember, not too many people in the world want to do RCSF, so enjoy the moment and the day itself!

GD
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on June 10, 2010, 10:37:26 AM
A Dog Brothers Parable:

A couple have been enjoying videoing their livemaking and are rather impressed with themselves.  They go to a porn producer to see about performing in front of his cameras.  The producer checks out their videos and is duly impressed and agrees, but cautions the man about the unique experience of getting it up front of a whole and rather jaundiced film crew.

"No problem!" exclaimed the man.

Nonetheless, come the day of the shoot it is as the producer warned; the man can't get it up.  When the producer starts with an I-told-you-so the man cuts him off and says

"I can't understand it!  We practiced three times last night, and twice this morning!"
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Padraig on June 10, 2010, 05:36:07 PM
Good advice. I have started running with an axe handle across my shoulders and stopping every quarter mile to do strikes. Joggers are terrified. Any body know of any motel near the gym, like within running distance? I'm coming out from Jersey.


Padraig,

I think you have some sound advice already. I would add a few things:

- In a magazine article, Guro Lonely Dog suggested stopping your hard sparring several weeks before the Gathering. Naturally, this helps you to avoid injury, but I have always appreciated that advice to avoid going into the Gathering feeling psyched out. What if you're sparring the night before, and you just "don't have it" that day and you perform badly? By focusing on yourself those last weeks, you don't bring any performance-related baggage with you into the Gathering space that could come with sparring days before the event.

- Focus on a few things, and put those FMA concepts into a circuit training routine. Go beyond the norm. If you lift weights, halfway through the weight routine, do some carranza, or hit a tire. Go for a run, and cool down with power shots. By working on a few FMA things while your body is recovering from other (varied) activities, you will OWN the FMA material on which you are working.

- Check your equipment the night before, so you don't have to bother with it the morning of. You want to just be able to get into your car and go.

- Most of the fighters I have met over the years, whether I only met them once, or I see them at every Gathering are really good, funny, friendly people. Get to Powerhouse early if you can, and introduce yourself to some folks. It will lighten your mood, and make the waiting easier.

- For me, once my first fight of the day is over, I'm in it, and the nerves settle down exponentially. The night before, and the morning of are the hardest.

- Set a number in your head of fights for the day, and try to achieve it. If you don't think you have another one in you, take one more.

- If you think there is a fighter completely out of your league, try to fight him. In my humble opinion, you will either fare well and surprise yourself, or you will survive a beating, and come back stronger.

- Remember, not too many people in the world want to do RCSF, so enjoy the moment and the day itself!

GD
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Monkey Man on June 11, 2010, 12:32:38 PM
Woof All:

Just opening this thread.

"HCTHC" (c)
Crafty Dog
Guiding Force

About when is the location going to be finalized, or has the location been finalized? :?
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on June 11, 2010, 07:29:29 PM
There is an alternate location into which we are looking.  It is in the same general vicinity.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Dog Howie on June 12, 2010, 09:15:17 PM
Thanks for the advice, I am on it. I also signed of for Guro Crafty's Kali Tudo Seminar in NYC in a couple weeks to sharpen my game up.
As a new fighter with little Martial Arts experience I'll throw some things that I leaarned from fighting at my first Gathering last year.  First is to fight guys that have some accountability and relationship with DBMA... this means guys that have fought at a number of gatherings, probably have a lot more experience than you and it may, but not always mean they are named dogs or "C" dogs. Open gatherings are just that.... open... and this removes "wild cards" and potential "crazies" from your list of opponents. By ideology the dogs will not be easy on you... in fact they will fight you hard BUT they will not go insane on you either. Experienced Dog Bros goals are to raise up fighters not destroy them. They know and believe this. Let the dogs respond to the "wild cards" and "crazies"... not you.

For me I just had a few attacks and blocks that I had been training in and, frankly, unless you have years of experience then it's better to get a few inside of your thinking than a lot that are just outside. You won't have time to think anyway and if you are like me then what comes out will be what you train the most.


The biiggest surprize I had was the intensity of the adrenaline dump and the strength/violence of the aggression. Dog Bros learn to strike hard... real hard..... prepare to hold your stick and not present your hands or sticks for disarm attempts. The intensity of the attacks took be back... I wasn't exposed to that level of attack before... it was GREAT feeling and experienceing it. The adrenaline dump threw me cause I didin't understand it. Be prepared to get intense fast aand respond fast.


Canada's Growling Dog once told me that stepping onto the mat at a gathering will change your life. It changed mine for the better and I continue to be extremely thankful for the opportunities provided. See you in September.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Dr Dog on June 13, 2010, 05:28:47 AM
Howie, we will all be glad to see you in September.

Rick
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Growling Dog on June 14, 2010, 01:08:30 PM
C-Growling Dog Howie, am looking at dropping the c part
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Padraig on June 16, 2010, 05:38:44 PM
Good advice Howie. I never thought about that, but it makes good sense.Just as an aside, I'm shooting for 3 fights that day. Is that a fair number? Punkishly low? Optimistically high?
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Dog Howie on June 16, 2010, 06:01:11 PM
Good advice Howie. I never thought about that, but it makes good sense.Just as an aside, I'm shooting for 3 fights that day. Is that a fair number? Punkishly low? Optimistically high?
here's the advice I got and I believe it to be good. If you aren't sure if u should take another fight then you SHOULD take it. U don't have to plan them all in advance so u can take more when u r there. U can always cancel and you will not be disrespected if u do. I'll just pass that on. Any opposing view gentlemen? 
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: sting on June 18, 2010, 06:22:51 AM
For a few years in the 2000s, I organized my friends to help Marc and Fran, then, Ron with photography and videography.  So, I had tallies of fight counts for a number of events.  The average was three, despite manly recollections of greater deeds : one knife and two stick.  1-2 guys would do one or five fights.  Some would do 1-2 knife fights, only (more prevalent at more recent, larger events).  Personally, I would judge those as exhibition matches as a knife fight in itself s not a full Gathering experience.  Three is a good number for a first-timer.  As Marc recommends, the knife fights help release the butterflies from fighting in front of a crowd.  You decide beforehand because it is so easy to sit out from lack of motivation.  Legitimate injuries take out only a few.  If you are worried about stamina, take it easy during the knife fight. 
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Growling Dog on June 18, 2010, 10:09:46 PM
the biggest mistake i feel i did at the  last open gathering was skipping the knife fights
i agree with Sting the knife fight gets you lose and warmed up, i felt  stiff during my first fight
and never got to a second thanks to the broken arm
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: drammel on June 23, 2010, 04:59:59 AM
Crafty, can we start to formally register? I'm excited for my second trip to the Gathering and want to make sure I get registered. :evil:
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on June 23, 2010, 08:16:31 AM
Absolutelzy-- go for it.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: drammel on June 23, 2010, 10:00:27 AM
Done. I'm really looking forward to it.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Padraig on June 25, 2010, 05:11:24 AM
I'll definitely make sure to knife fight. C_Growling, how did you break your arm, was it a stick strike or while grappling?
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Growling Dog on June 25, 2010, 09:39:57 PM
i am not entirely sure how it happened, Poi  and I had a few good exchanges( its the fight on you tube "open gathering09" 7min 58 sec and on, wearing Gamma shirt(Sled Dogs School))
after wards my arm felt a bit tight i was about to fight again, but decided to have Kaju take a look at it, he rotated my arm and that's when i felt the click.  i sometimes wonder if it was already injured the from the fights at the Toronto camp which was only a few prior to the gathering
Thanks again Kaju if it wasnt for you and the jack daniels i dont think i would have survived the 16 hours of travel time
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Padraig on June 28, 2010, 06:44:00 AM
This is gonna sound like a stupid question, but, do you wear mouth guards in addition to the fencing helmet.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Jonobos on June 28, 2010, 08:56:31 AM
This is gonna sound like a stupid question, but, do you wear mouth guards in addition to the fencing helmet.

I do. I saw many others doing the same.


Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Growling Dog on June 28, 2010, 07:00:49 PM
protect your grill, they are way to expensive to replace
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on June 29, 2010, 06:46:28 AM
I confess I never did, but it is probably a good idea.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: drammel on June 30, 2010, 06:31:08 AM
protect your grill, they are way to expensive to replace

^^^what he said
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Padraig on June 30, 2010, 10:45:55 AM
Yeah, I already have 4 fake fronts due to my tendency to lead with my chin. I'll opt for the mouthguard.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Poidog on July 13, 2010, 11:31:03 PM
i sometimes wonder if it was already injured the from the fights at the Toronto camp which was only a few prior to the gathering
Then you better stop blaming me, damn Spaniard!!  BTW, congrats on the whole World Cup thing.   :wink:
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Dr Dog on July 21, 2010, 12:47:54 PM
Guro Crafty, any word on location yet?

Registration sent, tickets purchased. Waiting on location for hotel.

Chatter, anyone?  Or am I the only one getting the adrenaline at 2 in the AM thinking about it and then lurking the forum because I can't get back to sleep? 

Rick
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on July 21, 2010, 03:11:58 PM
It will either be at the same location as last year or at Gokor's gym which is in the same general vicinity.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Kaju Dog on July 21, 2010, 09:37:00 PM
Hows the Registered Fighters list comming...  No rush, I can only imagine how much you have on the table right now.

Just curious.

2am Chatter...  Yeh, got that  :oops:
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Growling Dog on July 22, 2010, 10:57:00 AM

Woof Kaju

haven't registered yet but will sometime this week
you and i will go first this time bro
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Kaju Dog on July 22, 2010, 09:10:13 PM

Woof Kaju

haven't registered yet but will sometime this week
you and i will go first this time bro

IM HONORED SIR
:)
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Howling Dog on August 01, 2010, 04:52:49 PM
Woof, I have one of these and am thinking about bringing it to the Sept. Gathering.
Whats the thought. Woul you fight with it, or against it?
Theres pro's and con's on both sides.
C-HD
http://www.coldsteel.com/sjambok.html

If your intrested lets talk.  :wink:  :evil:
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Dr Dog on August 04, 2010, 10:45:51 AM
Will staffs be provided/available at the gathering? (for those coming in via airlines - staff will really complicate packing...)

If so, what is the typical length? 4,5,6 foot?
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on August 04, 2010, 01:48:39 PM
The standard length that DBMA sells is 54" so I'm sure I can find a couple for those so inclined.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Dr Dog on August 04, 2010, 11:26:24 PM
I hope to make use of them. 54" is the length I'm used to - perfect.  Thanks Guro  :-D
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Dr Dog on August 19, 2010, 05:51:08 AM
One month from today!!!!! :-o
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on August 19, 2010, 06:18:26 AM
I need to get the invitation out! 

I am just back from the Euro Gathering.  It will take me a day or three to do so.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Howling Dog on August 19, 2010, 10:39:27 AM
Quote
One month from today!!!!!

 :mrgreen: Woof!  8-) :evil:........Lets do this!!!
             C-HD
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on August 24, 2010, 07:32:05 PM
Howl of Greeting:


The rhythm of the seasons is with us and its time for the "Summer Dog
Brothers Gathering of the Pack". On behalf of the Council of Elders of the
Dog Brothers, Dog Brothers Inc. hereby cordially invites all people of good
spirit to its "Dog Brothers Open Gathering of the Pack" at 11:00 AM on
Sunday, September 19, 2010 at:

Gokor Chivichyan's Hayastan MMA Academy
7299 Atoll Ave
North Hollywood, CA 91605

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=&daddr=7229+Atoll+Ave.++North+Hollywood,+CA+91605&hl=en&geocode=&mra=ls&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=53.564699,135.263672&ie=UTF8&ll=34.200809,-118.419431&spn=0.006904,0.016512&z=17

This is not far from last year's location so similar hotel arrangements
should apply.

I am very happy with the fight area-- in my opinion it is the best indoor
fight area we have ever had.  Two sides of the fight area are padded walls,
one side is a cagefight type fence, and the fourth side is a waist high
version thereof.  Fighters, please note that Gokor takes VERY seriously the
cleanliness and condition of his fight area.  Therefore ONLY wrestling shoes
(white soled preferred) or bare feet will be allowed.  You will be required
to remove them before exiting the fight area and put them back on upon
returning to it, so bringing sandals of some sort along may be a good idea.

The viewing experience is also the best indoor experience we have ever had.
There will be bleachers on two sides of the fight area and a balcony over
looking from a third side.  The donation at the door will be $15.  Please
remember that this will be a good opportunity to pick up our DVDs, sticks,
clothing (including the new "Kali Tudo" MMA shorts and rash guards) and
other items at special prices.

Concerning parking:   The Hayastan Academy's parking lot is relatively small,
so most of you will be parking on surface streets.  On a Sunday morning this
should present no problem, but please plan your time accordingly.

The Magic Words:

The MAGIC WORDS: "No judges, no referees, no trophies. One rule only: Be
friends at the end of the day. This means our goal is that no one spends the
night in the hospital. Our goal is that everyone leaves with the IQ with
which they came. No suing no one for no reason for nothing no how no
way!Real Contact Stickfighting is Dangerous and only you are responsible for
you, so protect yourself at all times. All copyright belongs to Dog Brothers
Inc. CA law applies."

THIS MATTER OF ACCEPTING ALL RISKS APPLIES TO THOSE OF YOU OBSERVING AS
WELL!!!

For example, sticks, and fights for that matter, may go flying into the
crowd. Parents should consider things like this in deciding whether a child
is old enough to bring along and/or deciding on from where to observe the
event. If a stick or a fight comes careening your way know that the fight
has right of way-- it is on you to get out of the way! If you are sitting in
or near the front row, we will not make fun of you if you wear protective
headgear!

As always, NO VIDEO CAMERAS and NO DUAL PURPOSE CAMERAS
WILL BE ALLOWED.  In God we trust, everyone else NO DUAL PURPOSE
CAMERAS. If you see someone cheating, please let us know!!!  We are very
appreciative when you help look out for us!

We will continue starting the knife fights with a handshake and the knives
undrawn and analogous ideas. Concerning the knife fighting, there is a
relevant thread at http://dogbrothers.com/phpBB2/index.php?topic=1296.0 We
will have some "Shocknife" knives on hand and so it looks like we will be
able to have electric knife vs. electric knife fights (as long as they last!). In
lieu of the shock knives, aluminum blades are encouraged.  Perhaps this
will help induce more realistic behavior during the knife fights!

We encourage you to fight knife versus stick-- the stick versus electric
knife is always exciting. Stick vs. knife has been one of perennial
questions of the FMA, so let's continue the research! Also, please feel free
to hide a knife on your person and surprise your opponent with it during the
stickfights. Remember that you may fight with weapons other than a stick if
you can find someone willing to go against you.  Please consider staff,
double stick, and anything else. At the most recent Euro Gathering we had a
Three Section Staff enter the fray.  In order to more deeply explore certain
variables, fighters may agree to "no grappling" rules. In staff and other
heavy weapon fights the fighters may wear wrestling type ear guards under
the fencing masks.

As always, there is no charge for fighters but FIGHTERS MUST PRE-
REGISTER, even if they have fought before--  no handing in registrations
at the door! WE WILL BE RUTHLESS ON THIS!

The Fighter's Registration form can be found on the website
http://dogbrothers.com/adobedocs/fighterform.pdf
and MUST be filled out whether you have fought before or not.

For all Fighter Registration matters, please contact Cindy at
info@dogbrothers.com 310-540-6853. You are not registered until your name
appears on the list of registered fighters on the website!!!

The Adventure continues!!! "Higher Consciousness through Harder Contact" (c)

Crafty Dog
Guiding Force of the Dog Brothers
President/Dog Brothers Inc.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Kaju Dog on August 25, 2010, 08:21:03 PM

This is not far from last year's location so similar hotel arrangements
should apply.


With that being said...  Im going on a search for a friend.  Anyone have a suggestion for a hotel where a Kajukenbo Brother might be able to stay close to some of the other fighters?

Thanks in advance...  Im short on time now, but will look in the AM. 
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Growling Dog on August 26, 2010, 07:17:06 PM
woof everyone
i just booked my flight i will be in town on the 16 if anyone is up for training drop me a line
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Dog Howie on August 27, 2010, 09:54:14 AM
Classified Ad: Help Wanted
Sept Gathering: Seeking Dog, C-Dog or Named Dog only to fight or at least discuss the possibility of fighting "Garden Hose with Brass Fittings vs. Garden Hose with Brass Fittings". I'm thinking 6ft black rubber with standard brass fittings on either end. I would make up duplicate weapons and mail out to opponent in time for getting familiar with it. Use it like whip, fold and strike with brass fittings end, fold and strike with loop end, interesting possibilities for chokes, trips, hog tie(?) etc.,etc.

Any interest please email (not PM) Click on my name at left of this message to find my email. Thanks.

-Howie
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Kaju Dog on August 27, 2010, 10:17:12 AM
Classified Ad: Help Wanted
Sept Gathering: Seeking Dog, C-Dog or Named Dog only to fight or at least discuss the possibility of fighting "Garden Hose with Brass Fittings vs. Garden Hose with Brass Fittings". I'm thinking 6ft black rubber with standard brass fittings on either end. I would make up duplicate weapons and mail out to opponent in time for getting familiar with it. Use it like whip, fold and strike with brass fittings end, fold and strike with loop end, interesting possibilities for chokes, trips, hog tie(?) etc.,etc.

Any interest please email (not PM) Click on my name at left of this message to find my email. Thanks.

-Howie

Howie,

I got ya Brother.  YOur number 5 on my current list and you are allowed to bring whateva you want to the table. 

Been a while since Ive been hosed ;)
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Mongolian Dog on August 27, 2010, 11:11:45 AM
[Note: I started (and deleted) a new thread with this topic because I confused this thread with the fighter registration thread -- which has been locked.  Sorry for any confusion.]

Can anyone point me to an example of a relatively inexpensive wrestling shoe whose sole definitely complies with the venue's requirements.  I've never bought wrestling shoes before, and I'm also unsure as to exactly how a 'white' sole would be specified -- and whether that is different from a normal 'non-black' sole, etc.  Basically, I'd like to wear shoes and don't want to spend a lot of money on it.  Suggestions?

Thanks,
Chhi'mèd
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on August 28, 2010, 01:44:17 PM
Barefoot is certainly an inexpensive option  :-D

Sorry for the additional expense for those who do not already have wrestling shoes.  What suggestions for them?  (BTW do not get too hung up over sole color; non-black would be preferred but do not worry should yours be black.)

Changing subjects, the official fighters list is at http://www.dogbrothers.com/adobedocs/registered-fighters.doc
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Mongolian Dog on August 28, 2010, 02:48:29 PM
I picked up a pair of Asics Split Second 7 wrestling shoes on sale.  They have two rubber areas on the sole, one is clear and the other is natural rubber color.  The salesman assured me they are non-marking.  At $50 these seem like pretty good quality, and I'm sure I will get future use out of them given that their mat-safe -- so no worries about the expense, etc.  If anyone else is thinking about ordering online, they seem to run narrow.  I got an 11, which I sometimes have to for width only -- and they still feel tight.  However, I'm also assured that they stretch out quickly.  Hopefully that information will be useful for someone.

Regards,
Chhi'mèd
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Kaju Dog on August 29, 2010, 04:20:43 PM
23 Fighters Registered as of my viewing on 08/29 @16:20

Thats only about half compared to the Euro Gathering...  TIME TO STEP UP WARRIORS
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Howling Dog on August 30, 2010, 05:49:11 AM
Woof!! Barking it up with Kaju dog. C'mon people The open Gathering only comes once a year. Get you fighter forms in. The day draws near!  You know you want to!  :wink:
Lets do this.....Woof!                C-HD
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: sting on August 30, 2010, 07:14:22 PM
Although there has been a welcomed swell in the number of Gathering fighters in the last five years, many were there for a single fight, and in some cases, only one or perhaps more knife fights.   Also, it is a lot harder to fight several rounds over a period of four hours than the same number over two hours.  It's just hard to be amped up for such a long time span.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Kaju Dog on August 30, 2010, 08:54:56 PM
Although there has been a welcomed swell in the number of Gathering fighters in the last five years, many were there for a single fight, and in some cases, only one or perhaps more knife fights.   Also, it is a lot harder to fight several rounds over a period of four hours than the same number over two hours.  It's just hard to be amped up for such a long time span.

Woof Baltic Dog and Aloha,

Could I be forward and ask if you could eleborate on your experiences with hose fighting.  Maybe another thread if this is not the place or even a PM would be appreciated.

With all due respect,
Dean
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on August 31, 2010, 06:02:30 AM
This thread is intended for such conversation.

Also, we have several people whom I know are coming but are dawdling about getting their registrations in.
Title: Feet, shoes, and mats
Post by: Crafty_Dog on August 31, 2010, 09:28:20 AM
It is through Boo Dog's relation with Gokor that we get to use Gokor's gym.

Boo Dog writes:

The shoe wearing things goes like this...

1)  Only wrestling shoes or bare feet on the mat.  This is due to the skin diseases that grapplers contract due to bacteria, viruses, and germs brought onto the mat from regular floor surfaces.  These mats are highly used, so a lot of care is taken in keeping them clean.

2)  If you are wearing wrestling shoes, don't wear them off the mat.  Many people wear wrestling shoes on the way to the gym, walking around the parking lot, walking around the gym, into the bathroom, and in the waiting areas.  You wouldn't believe the surprise then when we tell them they can't use those shoes on the mat.  Without thinking, they have essentially turned them into street shoes.  So after a fight, take them off when leaving the mat area.

3)  For the same reason, if you are fighting in bare feet, when you leave the mat put some flip flops, sandels, or even your street shoes on so the bottom of your feet don't become as bad as street shoes.  Then when reentering the mat area, take off those shoes.  This also means don't walk around in bare feet before you enter the mat to fight as well.

4)  There is a cage and boxing ring that guys can use for warmups.  This same rule applies for these areas.  You can use street shoes around them but before entering them, treat them as you would the mat area.

All of this is for your, and the other people using this gym's protection.  It has nothing to do with formality or ritual let me assure you.  This is a hard core MMA gym.  This procedure is about not having anyone loose precious workout time before a fight due to a skin disease.  Outdoors, this wouldn't matter.  Nature has a way of taking care of this kind of thing on its own.  But inside a heavily used, closed environment like this one, the germs just sit there and fester on the mats until you rub your face on it in the middle of a grappling session or fight.  They clean them every day, but there is no way to undue the damage wearing contaminated shoes on the mat has done.

Hope this helps clear up the shoe policy for this gathering.  The venue is amazing.  We just need to leave it in the condition that we found it so we can continue to have the gatherings there.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Kaju Dog on August 31, 2010, 01:06:07 PM
With respect I would be happy to volunteer as part of some sort of cleaning crew post Gathering.  Just let me know and count me in...

Gratful for venue!

 :mrgreen:
Title: Re: Feet, shoes, and mats
Post by: C-Yo Dog on August 31, 2010, 04:06:46 PM
Wow I never thought of wearing shoes that way. Makes perfect sense though. Perhaps maybe some sanitizer and a roll of towels by the mat would be good that way ppl could do a quick wipe of the bottoms of their shoes before entering the fighting area.

It is through Boo Dog's relation with Gokor that we get to use Gokor's gym.

Boo Dog writes:

The shoe wearing things goes like this...

1)  Only wrestling shoes or bare feet on the mat.  This is due to the skin diseases that grapplers contract due to bacteria, viruses, and germs brought onto the mat from regular floor surfaces.  These mats are highly used, so a lot of care is taken in keeping them clean.

2)  If you are wearing wrestling shoes, don't wear them off the mat.  Many people wear wrestling shoes on the way to the gym, walking around the parking lot, walking around the gym, into the bathroom, and in the waiting areas.  You wouldn't believe the surprise then when we tell them they can't use those shoes on the mat.  Without thinking, they have essentially turned them into street shoes.  So after a fight, take them off when leaving the mat area.

3)  For the same reason, if you are fighting in bare feet, when you leave the mat put some flip flops, sandels, or even your street shoes on so the bottom of your feet don't become as bad as street shoes.  Then when reentering the mat area, take off those shoes.  This also means don't walk around in bare feet before you enter the mat to fight as well.

4)  There is a cage and boxing ring that guys can use for warmups.  This same rule applies for these areas.  You can use street shoes around them but before entering them, treat them as you would the mat area.

All of this is for your, and the other people using this gym's protection.  It has nothing to do with formality or ritual let me assure you.  This is a hard core MMA gym.  This procedure is about not having anyone loose precious workout time before a fight due to a skin disease.  Outdoors, this wouldn't matter.  Nature has a way of taking care of this kind of thing on its own.  But inside a heavily used, closed environment like this one, the germs just sit there and fester on the mats until you rub your face on it in the middle of a grappling session or fight.  They clean them every day, but there is no way to undue the damage wearing contaminated shoes on the mat has done.

Hope this helps clear up the shoe policy for this gathering.  The venue is amazing.  We just need to leave it in the condition that we found it so we can continue to have the gatherings there.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: sting on August 31, 2010, 06:41:43 PM
Could I be forward and ask if you could eleborate on your experiences with hose fighting.  

Woof Kaju Dog,

Although I tried only one hose fight with Bart Hubbard at a past Gathering , I've been experimenting with thick black rubber hose fights at my own fighting events.  We've tried the thin 3/4" clear hose and the thick black 1 .. 1.5" in diameter, all available from Home Depot.  The fights are with WEKAF masks for sound, visibility and to allow bare-handed fighting that would be grated into mozzarella on the face mesh of a fencing mask.  Shirt-free and glove-free fights allow for maximum pain.  The thin hose is too whippy, though longer lengths provide plenty of sting.  The thicker hose fights are more fun.   Are you planning such a fight?

Also, we've tried some chain fights with lighter grade chains.  They leave excellent welt patterns, but the sharp burrs should be sanded down as they cut and tear the skin too much.  There is an image of my friend Peter with fading leg pattern the first time we tried the chains with shirts.  Take the picture immediately after the fight, not 30 minutes later.

With respect,

Gints

http://www.gentlemensfightingclub.com/Images/GFC/Wounds/GFC_PeterChainWound_5131.jpg
(My web server is finicky.  Save the above file or right mouse-click to open in a new window)
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Kaju Dog on August 31, 2010, 08:21:04 PM
Woof Baltic Dog,

Great feedback, just what I needed...  and YES Howie from Philiy has called me out for such a fight. 

Much Respect,
Dean

Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: pretty_kitty on September 03, 2010, 04:47:03 PM
Here is the official list of registered fighters.  If yo're not on this list, you're not registered to fight...

http://www.dogbrothers.com/adobedocs/registered-fighters.doc

Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Howling Dog on September 06, 2010, 03:41:56 PM
Woof, The open Gathering quickly approaches. Its is the only Open gathering here in the U.S. this year. So If your New to the Gatherings or on the fence about fighting, Allow me to encourage you to take the plunge and give it a go.
A experience like this,  there is none like it. So get that registration in and come on out.

Bringing this over from the members forum, we are planning a pre fight dinner on Saturday night before the Gathering, a kind of meet and greet if you will.
Fighters and their family's friends and loved ones are all welcome.
If you would like to attend we would be glad to have you. Please make your intentions known.
Guro Crafty will set the location for the dinner base on the projected number of people planning to attend.....so sound off!  :-)
the adventure continues!!  WOOF!
             C-HD
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on September 06, 2010, 05:27:57 PM
The dinner will be held in the Hermosa Beach area.

As always, there will be a post Gathering get together at a beer and burger joint in the general vicinity of the Gathering-- details to be provided by Pappy Dog.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Growling Dog on September 06, 2010, 05:50:32 PM
toronto group will attend
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on September 06, 2010, 06:31:28 PM
How many is that?
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Dr Dog on September 06, 2010, 09:13:51 PM
Woof - I will be at the dinner with my dad - he introduced me to kali over 20 yrs ago, although I didn't train in it then - still that's pretty cool after all this time to make the trip this way.
Looking forward to meeting folks and putting some faces to names.

Rick
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: pretty_kitty on September 06, 2010, 10:15:18 PM
Updated Fighter List...

http://www.dogbrothers.com/adobedocs/registered-fighters.doc

Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on September 07, 2010, 03:49:30 PM
Dog Mauricio of Mexico City just sent in his registration.  Is there someone who can offer him a place to stay?  Please email me at Craftydog@dogbrothers.com

Thank you.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: pretty_kitty on September 09, 2010, 10:11:04 AM
36 registered fighters...are YOU registered?   :-D

http://www.dogbrothers.com/adobedocs/registered-fighters.doc

Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: pretty_kitty on September 10, 2010, 07:51:29 PM
More fighters registered...

http://www.dogbrothers.com/adobedocs/registered-fighters.doc

Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on September 10, 2010, 10:08:02 PM
I count 39 fighters .
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Howling Dog on September 12, 2010, 05:29:13 AM
Woof,   
Quote
I count 39 fighters .
I just saw on FB, that the Toronto Group added another Fighter  8-) :mrgreen:...... C'mon guys lets do 50.
A week from today get those forms in !!!
WOOF!!
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on September 12, 2010, 08:08:49 PM

Lets no get too hung up on the numbers.  There's always some last minute cases of vaginitis , , ,  :lol:
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Howling Dog on September 13, 2010, 07:09:06 AM
Woof,
Quote
Lets no get too hung up on the numbers.  There's always some last minute cases of vaginitis , , , 

True, Not even antibiotics can cure this disease.  :lol:


TTT=
Quote
Bringing this over from the members forum, we are planning a pre fight dinner on Saturday night before the Gathering, a kind of meet and greet if you will.
Fighters and their family's friends and loved ones are all welcome.
If you would like to attend we would be glad to have you. Please make your intentions known.

GC, We will bring 2
Anyone else on the fence about the dinner, Esp first time fighters. Come...you will be glad you did.  :wink:
        C-HD
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Dog Howie on September 13, 2010, 08:57:06 AM
I'll b there and bringing a first timer along.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on September 13, 2010, 02:57:36 PM
C-HD, may I ask you to be in charge of keep count?  Either here or on the DBMAA forum, would you please keep a running count so I can best decide which restaurant we should use?
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Howling Dog on September 13, 2010, 05:24:13 PM
Woof Guro Crafty, yes sir, I will be glad to.......See you soon !!  8-)
       C-HD
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Kaju Dog on September 13, 2010, 08:44:22 PM
Myself + 3 or 4...  Maybe  :lol:  Only one I can say for sure is me.  but hope to have some Kajupit crew along.  so 1 to 5  :?

 :evil:
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Howling Dog on September 14, 2010, 09:31:24 AM
Woof, Pre gathering dinner list. If your not on the list and want to be or if there is a mistake please let it be known.
This is what I have thus far.

1) Guro Crafty and ?=1+
2) Toronto group= 4
3) Howie +1 =     2
4) Rick and dad=2
5) Kaju dog and clan=1-5
6)C-HD + 1=  2

Guro Crafty needs to know if your comming so he can set the place to chow down according to the numbers comming.
So please speak up as the day draws near......WOOF!!
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Kaju Dog on September 14, 2010, 11:13:37 AM
Ooops, my mistake.  I thought this was for the Post-Gathering dinner.  I will not be there until Sunday AM.   :x
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: pretty_kitty on September 14, 2010, 03:09:53 PM
Updated Fighter list...

http://www.dogbrothers.com/adobedocs/registered-fighters.doc



Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: pretty_kitty on September 15, 2010, 04:17:34 PM
More updates...

http://www.dogbrothers.com/adobedocs/registered-fighters.doc
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on September 15, 2010, 05:27:50 PM
43 fighters.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Southpaw on September 16, 2010, 07:59:33 PM
Hi, I faxed my reg form yesterday, but I'm not showing up on the list yet.

My name is Shawn, and I'm one of Pappy dog's students and I train with the NoHo group.

To be on the safe side, I'm having somebody fax it again from another fax machine in case the one I used was on the fritz. If for some reason you didn't get it, what else should I do? I don't want to miss my first gathering!

Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: pretty_kitty on September 16, 2010, 09:20:36 PM
Updated fighter list!   :-o

http://www.dogbrothers.com/adobedocs/registered-fighters.doc

Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on September 17, 2010, 08:14:51 AM
Southpaw:

Pretty Kitty's contact info:
info@dogbrothers.com
310-540-6853
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Howling Dog on September 17, 2010, 08:59:08 AM
Woof, Last call for the sat. night pre Gathering dinner. speak up so we know whos comming. Those who have spoken, we hope that you will attend.
See you guys all soon!!        C-HD
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: bluesbassist on September 17, 2010, 10:42:33 AM
2 more for Saturday night dinner.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Poidog on September 17, 2010, 10:43:55 AM
Woof, Last call for the sat. night pre Gathering dinner. speak up so we know whos comming. Those who have spoken, we hope that you will attend.
See you guys all soon!!        C-HD
What time and where?  I may be able to attend if the dinner dovetails with my Saturday agenda.

Aloha, Poi
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on September 17, 2010, 02:52:21 PM
18:30 (i.e. 6:30 PM)
Akbar Indian Restaurant
Northeast corner of Prospect Ave and Aviation Bl. in Hermosa Beach

Hope you can make it Poi!
Title: Attention Fighters: Shirt colors
Post by: Crafty_Dog on September 17, 2010, 11:01:45 PM
Woof All:

I know lots of us like black shirts, but if both fighters are wearing a black shirt it makes the fight footage very hard to follow if the range closes.  If you can, please wear some other color, or bring a non-black shirt as well as a black shirt.

Thank you,
Crafty Dog
GF
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: pretty_kitty on September 18, 2010, 10:36:50 PM
Final List...

http://www.dogbrothers.com/adobedocs/registered-fighters.doc
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: maija on September 19, 2010, 08:05:01 AM
Good luck to all the fighters today! No doubt a good time will be had by all  8-) :lol:
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Gong Fu Dog on September 19, 2010, 08:27:13 AM
I also would like to wish all the fighters good luck and no injuries!
For sure they all will have a great day  :-)
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Guide Dog on September 19, 2010, 08:27:43 AM
My kids (ages one and three) have been sick with what looked like runny noses for a few days now, and yesterday my sister-in-law went to urgent care and was diagnosed with strep throat. My sister-in-law watched my kids for a few hours on Friday.

I absolutely hate this, but I think it would be very irresponsible for me to come to the Gathering today, and possibly spread strep. I know the universe will keep on working without my attendance, but I must apologize to the five folks with whom I agreed to fight.

Best of luck to everyone today. Sorry I can't be there, and I will aim to see you all in the spring.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Doppelgangster on September 19, 2010, 07:57:10 PM
That was a great experience.  Thanks to everyone who showed up to support the tribe.  I've been given some direction on things to train and it was humbling to see such grace under fire by the more experienced members.  Hopefully by next year I can step it up a notch.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Dr Dog on September 19, 2010, 10:10:41 PM
Absolutely awesome day. Dog Brothers 2010 Open Gathering of the pack was everything I hoped it would be! Lots of great fighters without ego trips, hard fights and great camaraderie after. Old friends, new friends, bruises, contusions, only a couple broken bones...... Observations?

So many good fights and fighters its hard to know where to begin......

Hose fight was too short - I wanted to see round 2!
A fighter from Sunnyvale, CA was combining Parkour and stick - literally bouncing off the walls. Unbelievable agility!
3 way knife fight - everybody dies - a LOT
Don't jump Boo Dog in an alley. On second thought, if you're going to fight him, better jump him in an alley....a DARK alley
Little Johning a short staff is not a good idea against a fighter with real power who isn't Little Johning.
Closing on someone with really good triangular footwork is not as easy as it may sound.
So much more, but its a bit of a blur now. Others can fill in more.

Definitely a huge learning experience for me. Got some areas to work on, but I'm more inspired than ever! I will definitely be there next year!

Thanks to Howling Dog, David, Pappy Dog and Poi Dog for the fights, Howie for the inspiration, and Guro Crafty for the guidance. Woof!
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Crafty_Dog on September 20, 2010, 12:07:18 AM
Woof All:

An outstanding day!!!  45 fighters; the Gathering went over four hours-- without having kept count I am quite positive that this Gathering had the largest number of fights ever/highest number of fights per fighter ever.

So much to say that , , , I am speechless in the wordless state for now , , , and so will remain silent for now.

"Higher consciousness through harder contact."(c)
Crafty Dog
GF

PS:  Those who were accepted into or ascended within the Tribe, please post on the Dog Brothers Tribe thread reminding me.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Growling Dog on September 20, 2010, 10:35:41 AM
Woof everyone

an awesome day of fighting, it was awesome to see everyone again special thanks to the NOHO tribe you guys always make us feel welcomed ( except for Poi :-D :-D)
i also want to give props to Shawn , Gord and AJ( take it and go) for an excellent first time outing. and thanks to all of you who sang the Canadian national anthem when i stepped on the mats with Pappy


ill see you all at the tribal

C-GD
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: pau on September 21, 2010, 12:37:42 AM
Congrats to you all  :-D some day soon ( i hope ) il be with you guys on the mats
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: danicasdad on September 21, 2010, 04:30:43 PM
 :cry:
thanks to everybody who fought, much respect to you all!
being a first timer and battling a severe case of vaginitis, i was all nerves, until the first real hard shot hit me then i was kinda pissed! :evil: :x
thanks to rene for the push to fight, in my case he was pushing me quite a bit and gave me some very good motivational cues for getting into the proper mindset.
i especially appreciate the friendship after the fights. i dont think i have laughed so hard in three years!! :mrgreen:
i hope we all feel as enriched by this experience as i feel and i hope to see you in april.
anybody got some tips on healing stick hickeys...rapidly?
much respect and im trading meow for WOOF!!
Gord...from calgary but adopted by toronto.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Mongolian Dog on September 21, 2010, 10:54:49 PM
Thanks to everyone for a great experience -- my second Gathering.  In particular, thanks to everyone I fought: Peter, Ryan, Tim, Jeremiah, and Ryoga.  There were too many interesting moments from the day to enumerate them here, but I will say I appreciate the opportunity to participate in such an extraordinary event.  I enjoyed it immensely, especially the spirit of mutual encouragement making it possible for so many people to come together and build each other up in this way.  That requires a great deal of trust and a great deal of bravery, and I count myself lucky to have found a place where such exchange is possible.

Regards,
Chhi'mèd
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Ryoga Vee on September 22, 2010, 10:17:48 AM
Thank you all for such an amazing day.
I learned alot at the gathering and its nice to see new faces and take on new styles.
My injures are healing up just fine if anyone was worried, they are a reminder of the need to protect myself at all times and not to over look the little things.
Though I'm glad it happen, I'll be far better prepared next time.

I forgot the name of the person I fought last, but his defense and evasion was amazing. At first i thought it was reckless running but then I saw the science of it. best way to win a fight, is to not get hit in the first place.

Thanks for all the encouraging words and praise thought out the day. it Only fulled my desire to perform. And had I not been tagged at the end I would have gone for a 5th fight.

Cant wait to see photos and catch you guys next year.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Stickgrappler on September 22, 2010, 01:32:08 PM
Belated congratulations to all the fighters who participated in this past Gathering! Sounds like a great time was had by all as well as a great learning experience.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Southpaw on September 22, 2010, 06:31:02 PM
I just wanted to say what a great experience my first gathering was!

First, I'd like to thank Mark "C-Fu Dog" and Ryoga for the great fights. I'd love to talk to you guys to get your perspectives on how the fights went sometime- feel free to message me.

Next, I'd like to thank Nick (Pappy Dog), and Mat (Boo Dog) for being great instructors and just generally cool dudes. Also, a big shout out to Poi, Seeing Eye, Junkyard, and everyone from the NoHo crew. You guys are awesome. I'm spoiled to be able to train with guys at this level.

I can't wait to do this again!  My only regret would be not getting more fights lined up.

Now it's time to up the training a notch.  More stick. More knife. More grappling. More sparring. More cardio. More everything!  :-o
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Dr Dog on September 22, 2010, 08:22:55 PM
Woof Southpaw - "I'm spoiled to be able to train with guys at this level."

Yes, you are. Make the most of it. The rest of us are jealous!

Rick
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: Dog Howie on September 29, 2010, 07:18:15 PM
I was really pumped about the contributions made by my two "first timer" room mates Jake Skully and Matt Berry(sp?). Jake started training me this summer and I talked him into fighting this year himself. It didn't take much " talking into".  I was totally psyched by his showing. He was passionate and brave hearted. He ROCKED.     Matt flew in by himself from Boston not even knowing where he was gonna stay until he overheard snd then approached a few of us staying at the Marriott. He was getting ready to find a bench to sleep on until the gym opened in the AM but Jake and I offered him some pillows and carpet real estate. We later found that he has been single-mindedly training for 4 months from videos etc w his cousin just to fight at the gathering. Matt was passionate and red hot. I am fairly certain that both enjoyed the cuisine and will be back for second helpings.
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: The Tao on October 14, 2010, 04:38:53 PM
What a wonderful day that was and even better people.

I want to thank everyone involved for helping to improve all of us and I love the way that I walked away from my first gathering with the sense that everyone there really had an astute sense of what martial arts are really about. I definitely can't wait until Europe and the next gathering here in the US.

Again, I thank each of you with all of my heart, as well as the NOHO tribe and my opponents, Pappy Dog, Robert, and William. Thank you.

Dayvid Franke
Title: Re: Dog Brothers Open Gathering Sept 19, 2010
Post by: lonelydog on November 12, 2010, 01:52:44 AM

Hi guys

I would like to update the „DB Pack“ list on the www.dogbrothers.ch site…

To do this I need the name, last name, and "dog status" of the guys who get dubbed at the September gathering.

For all others have a look at: http://www.dogbrothers.ch/pages/en/dog-brothers/the-pack.php  and please check if your "dog status" is correct.

Thanks and wuff
Benjamin "Lonely Dog"