About me: The Texas Martial Arts Hall of Fame was founded by Danny Passmore in Waco, Texas. Mr. Passmore's dream was to preserve the history of all martial arts practiced in Texas as well as the outstanding individuals who pioneered the way for future generations.
The Texas Martial Arts Hall of Fame was the first hof in the United States to have a display erected for public viewing in a museum setting. A permanent display is being negotiated to be housed in the famous Texas Sports Hall of Fame located next door to the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame off of I35 in Waco.
The official Texas Martial Arts Hall of Fame website is www.tmahof.org. Here, viewers can visit the personal pages of Texas Martial Art legends which tell the stories of their accomplishments and current endeavors.
The Texas Martial Arts Hall of Fame recognizes, but DOES NOT ENDORSE any martial artist, style, organization or event.
An official podcast for interviews has also now been established. It's entitled Martial Art Masters of Texas and can be reached by a link on the hall of fame website.
The current board of directors for the hall of fame are: President, Danny Passmore; Vice-President, Robert Kristensen; Secretary, position temporarily unfilled; Treasurer, position temporarily unfilled
Who I'd like to meet: Members of the Texas Martial Arts Hall of Fame (titles not included):
Jhoon Rhee, Allen Steen, Kim Soo, J.D. Lawler, John Painter, Victor Cheng, Bill Sosa, John Nash, Vince Tamura, Al Francis, J. Pat Burleson, Fred Simon, Larry Caster, Michael Park, Chuck Norris, Keith Yates, Skipper Mullins, James Toney, Demetrius Havanas, Richard Jenkins, Roy Kurban, Tim Vought, Kim Geary, Royce Young, Danny Passmore, Won Park, Jose Santamaria, Adrian Roman, Ed Daniel, Troy Dorsey, Steve Cardenas, Robert Kristensen, Ye Mo Ahn, Dennis Gotcher, Al Garza, Ishmael Robles, Joy Turberville, Linda Denley, Raymond McCallum, Ron Browning, Billye Jackson,Tim Kirby, W. Hock Hockheim, James McMurray, George Minshew, Cliff Thomas, Zdenek Matl, Santae Wilson, Harry Leggott, Gary Lee, Larry Ritchie, Rick Arnold, Man He Han, Larry Wheeler, Walt Mason, Lascelles McCarthy II, Dean Chapman, Dan McDonald, Virgil Sioco, Eric Mattingly, Tom Downs,Dan McDonald, Keith Macy, Shihan Ivan Lewis, Chris Yaeger, Chrisy Yaeger, Maria Kristensen, Brian Heiar, Larry Wheeler, Rhonda Payne, Jennifer Robles, Ty Yocham, Debra Templeton, Joe Lansdale, Mark Jessup, Lascelles McCarthy III, Matthew Rupe, Terry Free, T.K. Lee, Michael Emanuel, Michael Pejo, Brian Goines, George Brock, Tom Sergent, Wes Olney, Margaret Beasley, Sifu David Lesser, Charles Bouton, Jeff Delaney, Deborah Browning, Chris Martin, Guy Mezger, Chris Minshew, Steve Sosa, Darren Walters
Organizations:
Cha Yon Ryu, Kick Drugs Out Of America, The Texas A&M Taekwondo Team
FILIPINO KALI SEMINAR ~ DATE : SATURDAY, MAY 3, 2008. FEATURING - THE MARCIAL TIRADA SYSTEM - AS WELL AS, THE ART OF, KINJIRU ~ SCORPION FREE-STYLE FIGHTING ! * SPECIAL NOTE * - FEATURING SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE : GRANDMASTER DEE, i.e., 'ANGEL CABALES SERRADA SYSTEM !
Thanks for being a friend! The World Internationals is less then 30 days away! We are excited to announce that several representatives of Lions Gate Films will be attending our event. Lions Gate is the leading independent film entertainment studio and has produced such movies as Saw III, Daddy's Little Girls, Pride, and Forbidden Kingdom starring Jackie Chan and Jet Li!
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This weekend on April 19th 2008, Larry Caster will be inducted into the Texas Martial Arts Hall Of Fame. The induction ceremony and banquet will be held at Joe T Garcia’s in Fort Worth Texas. The celebration will begin at 7:00pm and the legendary who’s who of American karate will be in attendance.
Larry Caster is an integral part of Texas karate and indeed that of the United States. Mr. Caster began his martial arts training in 1959 on the East Cost in hard style Chinese Kempo while in the US Navy. He completed his black belt in TaeKwonDo under the aegis of Allen R. Steen in 1966.
His tournament matches with Joe Lewis, Jim Harrison, Fred Wren and Rodger Carpenter are the “stuff” of martial arts legends. As successful as he was as a fighter, his accomplishments as a teacher and coach are almost unequaled.
Larry Caster coached U.S. and world Karate Champions Joy Turberville, Phil Wilemon, Ishmael Robles, Roy Kurban, Billy Jackson, Raymond McMallum and Demetrius Havanas. Larry Caster assumed a leadership role in coaching the new sport when full contact karate “hit the scene”. When Chuck Norris founded the National Karate League (NKL) in 1974, Larry Caster was the choice to head a contingent of kick boxers from Texas. His Dallas Fort Worth Texans was the only team to defeat the highly touted Los Angeles All Stars
Under Larry Caster’s guidance, Ishmael Robles, Billy Jackson and Raymond McCallum captured World Championships. During the 1980’s, Larry Caster was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Karate International Council of Kickboxing (KICK). For twelve years he trained judges and referees, and served as liaison between KICK and the National boxing commissions. He was involved in all aspects of the sport, assisting athletes, coaches, and promoters.
Somehow, in his spare time, Mr. Caster founded an Amateur Kickboxing Organization and promoted his own events. Larry Caster is considered one of the most influenc
The location will be Joy Turberville’s World Black Belt Academy @ 2209 Jupiter Road #100, Garland Texas. This is located between Kingsley and Miller on the north side of Jupiter Road.
Jim Harrison is a 9th Dan, Grand Master. He is the 3 time All American Grand Champion, Asian Challenge Champion, National Masters Champion and is a member of All the martial arts halls of fames world wide. Jim Harrison earned his very distinguished reputation in the true blood and guts era of karate.
COMBAT INSTRUCTOR: For SOF, SWAT teams world wide, SEALS, DELTA FORCE team CO, USMC Scout- sniper/Re-Con, US. & Thai Rangers
PERSONAL SECURITY for: Chuck Norris. Linda (Mrs. Bruce Lee), Lee Marvin and countless more world wide.
Professional Karate Magazine, International Karate, Belk Belt Magazines, Grand Master Magazine, Fighter International Magazine, Living Legends Hall of fame, They all acclaimed Jim Harrison as, “Most Dangerous Man Alive”- AMAF-2005.
ENDORSED BY” Grand Master Roy Kurban- National karate champion, Grand Master Joy Turberville -National karate champion, Master Raymond McCallum- National & World karate champion – National & World kickboxing champion, Master Tim Kirby- US grand champion & states champion, Master Troy Dorsey- State, National & World karate champion, State, National & World Kickboxing champion, National & World boxing champion, Guy Mezger- State karate champion, kickboxer and MMA champion. Master Dennis Gotcher, along with countless other (Whos who) of the martial arts world wide.
SUBJECT OF INSTRUCTION: Open hand defense against a knife and gun attack.
INFORMATION: $35.00 per person. Two hour class. If you would like to attend contact Scott Caster at (940)453-3485 or Joy Turberville at (817)357-9682
THE ART OF KINJIRU SCORPION FREESTYLE FIGHTING METHOD, TEACHES ITS STUDENTS CERTAIN PRINCIPLES AND GUIDELINES. BEYOND THAT, THE ART EVOLVES MORE ON A PERSONAL LEVEL. THEREFORE, IT IS DIFFERENT FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL. WHICH, MEANS THAT IT IS TAILORED TO AND FOR THE INDIVIDUAL. THERE'S NO MYSTERY ! THAT'S THE SIMPLICITY THAT LIES BEHIND THE ART OF 'KINJIRU'.
Thanks for the add. Many of my fondest martial arts memories originate in Texas. Earning a Black Belt from Mr. Al Francis. The opportunity to train with all time greats like Ray McCallum, Ishmael Robles, Roy Kurbin & Linda Dentley. Becoming friends and fighting against Tim Kirby and many others. Wow! The 70's & 80's was an awesome time to be a Texas Black Belt. I miss those days for sure.
Just dropping By To Say Hi. I Hope Everything Is Going Good For You Guys. And Thank You For Having This Hall Of Fame We Needed Something Like This For Us Martial Artist. Again Thank You.
