Chayon-Ryu
A new way to teach classic styles of forms and self defense is now in Bakersfield!
Basic Principle Concepts of the month:
Use harmonized combinations – Here is an easy concept to understand and put into practice.  When stringing together a number of attacks (Constant Attack is another basic principle) you need to link them in a logical way.  You should be able to flow from one technique easily into another without losing the “natural way”.  For example, you would not punch with the right hand, and then, punch again with the right hand.  It is illogical and is not a balanced movement.  Instead, we would punch with the right hand, then the left.  That is a balanced movement and harmonized.

Harmonized combinations/timing – This concept is very similar to the one outlined in Self Defense.  While doing form practice, pay attention to the way that the form flows from one movement to the next.  Sometimes you need the momentum from one technique in order to execute the next one correctly.  Also timing is important.  Some forms are hard and fast while others are slower, more circular with important timing cues.  Be sure to understand each of these in all of your forms.

May 22, 2009
Last weekend the Chayon-Ryu headquarters held one if its special Tuksu Suryon classes.  This is a class reserved for instructor-level students (blue belt and up).  This class was then followed immediately by a black belt class.  GM Kim had us all work on some practicals and self defense techniques.  We also reviewed some forms and, of course, sparred.  The entire training took place over 4 hours.  It was also an opportunity to celebrate the birth of Grand Master Yoon, Byung-In.  GM Yoon is responsible for the Kung-Fu influences in Chayon-Ryu.  GM Yoon instructed Nam-Sok Lee, Chul-Hee Park, and Jong-Pyo Hong.  All three were direct instructors of GM Kim Soo.  GM Kim has done a lot of investigating as to the whereabouts and events in GM Yoon’s life after he disappeared sometime around the start of the Korean War.  Kyosanim Moore will be reviewing some of the instruction with his students over the next few classes.
May 10, 2009
We held our 3rd Rank Examination on Saturday morning.  Four students tested for advancement.  Check out the gallery for photos from the event.
May 6, 2009
Welcome to another new student.  Ms. Acevez has also decided to join us.  Bakersfield Chayon-Ryu offers family members a great discount.  If you are thinking about joining and know of a friend that might be interested too, we will extend that offer to friends as well.  Contact us for more information.  See you in class Ms. Acevez!
May 2, 2009
Welcome to our newest student - Mr. Acevez!  We look forward to your joining the Chayon family.  See you at practice.
April 25, 2009
What a great day in the park we all had.  It was a beautiful day and the class had a great time practicing our self defence and sparring out on the grass.  Mr. Moore has quite a sun burn.  Check the gallery for a few pictures from the event!
December 8, 2008
NEWS!  -  Please take an opportunity to congratulate Mr. Moore on being awarded Yi Dan (2nd Dan) after his most recent rank exam in Houston.  Pictures of the event will be posted soon in the gallery section.
We are interested in accepting new students at this time. If you would like to make Chayon-Ryu a valuable resource for your life, please contact us. You can reach Mr. Moore or obtain information about Chayon-Ryu at: info@bakersfieldcyr.com or by phone (661) 342-9758.

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