Greetings from Switzerland! I had a nice seminar in Hanover, Germany, hosted by Kurt Steube. There were 60 people present, some very fine martial artists. I really appreciate the kindness of Kurt, and his wife, Andje. I also appreciate the help of Bern, the translator (who reminds me of Travis P). Bern's training is Anti-terror Kampf (defensive tactics), so at times my karate technical language was too unfamiliar. At those times, a fine Wado-ryu practitioner named Frank Carmichael (a German of Scottish decent, who spoke great English with a Scottish/German accent) would step in to translate. So, thanks Bern and Frank.

Right now we are enjoying Switzerland under the kind guidance of our host Ralph Hodl. Ralph is a very fine Shit0-ryu practitioner. He has arranged for me to teach at a Kyokushin dojo Thursday evening, a Shito-ryu dojo Firday, and a two-day seminar (full to capacity with 30 students) at Ralph's dojo Saturday and Sunday.

Interesting note, here in Europe kyusho training seems to be regarded as 'for seniors only.' In Hanover, it appeared to be only brown and black belts (and a couple of senior kung fu practitioners), and I understand the same will be true here in Switzerland.

Above, I've attached a few photo. Center one is (L-R) translator Bern, Me, Kurt Steube.

Thanks for reading.

Now, go train!

CT