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Richard Smith

2nd Dan Instructor Saturday Class

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Belt: Black
Rank: 3rd Dan                        Start Date:1974-75           Shotokan Karate 
                           1994  Started TKD  Under  Master Don Vercellini student of Grand Master Won Oklahoma Education: BSEE San Jose State University


Hobbies: Amateur Radio 15 time international Radio championship competitor holder of 3 world records. Ballroom Latin dance

Favorite Quote: "The best sermon is a good example" Benjamin Franklin

"Never measure the height of a mountain until you have reached the top. Only then will you know how low it is" 

Personal

" For me Taekwondo is about self defense, great overall health, and learning of the art. Gaining strength and confidence through Taekweondo training has resulted  in an approach to life where I am more gentle and understanding dealing with people in my professional and personal life"