March 19, 2004
To friends, family, and Wholistic Fitness students,
A deep bow of congratulations to young warrior Kerry Sheader, son of Teacher Haku (Joseph Sheader), who in a period of less than ten days attained his adult black belt (he is only 13) in Jeet Kune Do AND then this weekend won his first NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP in Eskrima-Kali stick fighting...a lethal martial art from the Philippines. Kerry is now qualified as a seeded competitor for the world championships this summer in the �Philippines.
Kerry trains with Sifu Troy Miller at High Desert Martial Arts in Grand Junction, Colorado. His outstanding conditioning drawing much Wholistic Fitness� principles and practices, including Sunrider Herbs.
Kerry is also a competitive wrestler, district mile champion, and a member of the state honor band First Chair Tuba.
One of his favorite books is Way of the Peaceful Warrior by Dan Millman.
Donations are eagerly being sought so Kerry and his father (Teacher Sheader) can join the team in attending the World Championships June 24-27 in Cebu City, Philippians. We are seeking business donations as well and will give recognition to every sponsor.
Please send any donation to JOSEPH SHEADER bookmarked for Kali World Championship:
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Thank you Coach Ilg for allowing Kerry and I the wonderful worldwide vehicle of DIRECT LINES to help us!
head bowed,
WF Online Teacher Sheader