Masters Series: Project 2007
Featuring Grandmaster Karl Marx
Grandmaster Karl W. Marx, Sr. began his self defense experience in 1945. He is the soke/creator of the martial arts style Keichu-Do. Formal international sanction through the United States Karate Association (USKA) for Keichu-Do was confirmed by the late Grandmaster Robert Trias in 1974.
Grandmaster Marx is a pioneer of pure American martial arts. Many regard him as the "True Father of American Karate" because the Keichu system is a pure American martial arts style. Dr. Marx has never formally studied oriental karate nor earned a black belt in an Asian karate style. Keichu-Do is a street smart, no-nonsense Cajun karate and ju-jitsu style with a huge following both nationally and internationally.
When: Saturday, August 11, 9am – 3pm; Dinner from 6pm - ?
Saturday, August 11. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. Classes promptly begin with Dr. Marx at 9:00 a.m. There will be a break from 12 noon -12:30pm (lunch is on your own). Classes end around 3:00 p.m., after which there will be a book signing by Grandmaster Marx. Then join with us for the Cajun dinner!
CAJUN FAMILY PITCH-IN & BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: 6pm–
After the seminar go get your family and return to GMAU Headquarters at 6pm for a Cajun Family Pitch-in & Birthday Celebration! Please plan on bringing a family-sized Cajun cuisine dish to share (here is a link with some ideas: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cajun_cuisine ) and a 2-liter soft drink. In addition to enjoying some great family fellowship and food, we will also be celebrating Dr. Marx’s birthday (he is 70+!)
Where: Gospel Martial Arts Union Headquarters
The event will be held at the GMAU Headquarters located on the near south side of Indianapolis, Indiana. Take I-65 to the Raymond Street exit. Go west one block to Shelby Street. Go north on Shelby to Palmer. Go west two blocks and you will see the building on your left (note the awning with “Old School Karate Boxing Judo” is the main entrance). Turn left on Ringgold Street to access the parking lot. The parking lot is located behind the building. Enter through the main front doors on Palmer Street. Physical address is: 1001 East Palmer Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46203
Cost: free with a special love offering for Dr. Marx
FREE! There will be no registration/tuition fees to attend this event with Grandmaster Marx. However, a Love Offering will be collected to support Dr. Marx and his outreach ministries. Please come prepared to be a blessing.
Topics Covered: various lectures and hands-on
Dr. Marx will be lecturing on several topics ranging from the development of a purely American/Cajun martial arts style; to competing on a national platform; to Christian martial arts. Dr. Marx HIGHLY ENCOURAGES all attendees to prepare questions and/or topics that they would like discussed. Dr. Marx desires to address all questions.
Many topics that may be covered are in Dr. Marx’s book, The Martial Arts Spirit. This textbook will be available at the event for $20.
Who May Attend: 15 & up all ranks and all styles
Due to the complexity and depth of what will be covered, this event is open to martial artists 15 years of age and up,
all ranks, and all styles are welcome. Email the GMAU Executive Director, Dr. J.R. Russell, with any questions
(jrrussel@iupui.edu).
Required Pre-registration: fast and simple
Pre-registration for this event is required and must be submitted NO LATER THAN Wednesday, August 8. Registration is simple and fast. Merely email the GMAU executive director (jrrussel@iupui.edu) with the following information:
Name; Date of Birth; Address; Style of Martial Arts; and Current Martial Arts Rank. Please be sure to put “KARL MARX REGISTRATION” in the email subject line.
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