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If you ask any Martial Arts Practitioner how to classify the martial arts, each will give you a different answer. If the answer is a one word answer, chances are they are wrong. Many martial art styles, are indeed sports. Judo, Boxing, Tae Kwon Do and several forms of wrestling are featured in the summer Olympics. Mixed martial arts aka cage fighting is one of the fastest growing spectator sports in America, and martial arts is the fastest growing health and fitness fad in America. To ignore the self defense and martial or fighting skills aspect of the martial arts is to ignore its historical roots as both a spiritual( but not religious) discipline practiced by monks in nearly every culture, and as a way to defend both monastery and castle.

And to ignore the sport and health aspect is to deny the traditions of many cultures, including our own of proving the ability of a martial artist in some form of ritual combat. Some martial arts, like Judo and Sambo were developed within the last 150 years specifically as a competitive sport. Judo was developed in the late 1800’s as a sport for Japanese children, to build character and discipline. Others, like Tae Kwon Do have a fairly long history and lineage, with its roots dating back as far as 3000 BC to the original Korean martial arts, including hwarang which was founded in 57 BC.

During the 1910-1945 Japanese occupation of Korea, only Japanese Martial arts were taught in Korea. From this fusion of ancient Korean and modern Japanese arts, the modern Korean arts, including Tae Kwon Do were developed and used by Korea, ironically enough, to free itself from the occupation and then later as hand to hand combat in the Korean conflict. After the war, Tae Kwon Do became more standardized under several different organizations and continued to be taught as a military art as it does to this day.

In its sport form, Olympic style sparring is emphasized primarily, with the goal being to deliver devastating kicks to the head and body, with the ultimate goal being a knock down of the opponant. In its more traditional style, all parts of the art are taught equally: forms, self defense, technique and a more traditional form of hand to hand, or sparring as well as some ground technique, and joint locking that was held over from the original hwarang family of arts. The weapons work that many schools practice comes directly from the Japanese occupation. This type of Tae Kwon Do has many characteristics in common with the Okinawan karate schools, due to the very similar history and background: the modern Okinawan arts were developed during the same period.

These schools generally compete in open tournaments, as opposed to Tae Kwon Do and pre - Olympic tournaments.Their more traditional style best show cased against ot her styles with similar goals and versatility. No martial art has survived entirely unchanged from its historical root. Every instructor adds his or her own ideas to the art. When the instructor holds a 3rd or 4th degree in the art(the equivalant of a Phd candidate) then this is from 10 or more years of experience in his art alone. A first degree or first dan in karate or Tae Kwon Do may have studied for as little as 3 years, in styles like Judo and Aikido, as many as ten and in some other styles, a black belt is conferred in as little one or two years.

Each additional degree ranking requires a certain number of years before it is attained, thus allowing the individual time to integrate theory with practice. Some styles add titles to their higher ranked black belts. Tae Kwon Do confers the title Master to 5th dan(degree) and above, whereas other styles use the title professor and still others confer Japanese Samurai titles, like Renshi. What most of them share is a set of standards for competence of technique and a code of honor among their practitioners, including duty to their instructor.

Master as mentioned before, is generally conferred by the organizing board that oversees each art. Grand Master is another thing entirely. It is used by someone who makes up his or her own style. It can have great meaning, if after 20-30 years his style has 100’s of schools scattered across the country(or world). One example would be Chuck Norris’s Chun Kuk Do, where his being grandmaster is significant, even though it is much understated as he prefers to stand on his dan ranking rather than the title.

Or it can mean nothing, especially if the holder has jumped around from art to art, without spending any in-depth of time in any one art, and especially if he is evasive about his former schooling. Usually in such cases his style lacks the foundation of deep study of generations of practitioners before him. So what are the martial arts? Are they sport? Are they fighting system? Are they fitness and health? Do they promote better focus? Self defense? The answer is yes to all of the above.

This week, we focus primarily on the martial art as sport. Every martial art that competes as a sport follows some standardized rules. Far from the early karate tournaments of the 1960’s in this country, participants generally come away uninjured, and they compete in more than just fighting: showing off their ability in forms, both open handed and with a variety of weapons. Some styles, such as judo and many styles of karate only compete against their own style, and others compete in open tournaments which welcome practitioners from a variety of styles: Kung Fu, Karate, Tae Kwon Do and more.

In either type of competition, there are small regional tournaments, and large national ones. Regardless of the type, the purpose is the same: to allow students to be judged by black belts other than their own instructors on their martial arts skills. Some competitions are sanctioned by a governing board, such as Sport Karate International, or National Blackbelt league, and winners receive points toward a national top ten ranking in one of those organizations. The competitions that Coquille Martial Arts enters fall under both the sanctioned and unsanctioned variety, and primarily those which are open to all styles.

The most recent tournament was held in Oregon City and hosted by Brent Mullins and Northwest Martial Arts on February 7th. 4 students from Coquille Martial Arts competed, winning 15 trophies in a variety of divisions: flag sparring, padded stick sparring, point sparring, forms and weapons.]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/781/1/What-are-the-martial-arts/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/780/1/13th-annual-Power-107-Wedding-Fair/Page1.html
The Wedding Fair will feature a beautiful fashion show, displaying the latest in contemporary and traditional bridal wear, as well as tuxedos and bridesmaids gowns. Come talk to local vendors including florists, caterers, photographers, limousines, wedding planners, ceremony venues, hotels, bakeries, pianos, beauty consultants, hair and nail salons, and more! There will also be a bridal registry grand prize drawing for a lucky bride and groom that includes an overnight stay and breakfast for two at the Valley River Inn, and a romantic basket of wine, chocolate and treats that includes a $150 gift card to Valley River Center, a $300 Harry Ritchie’s gift certificate, plus dinner and suite for two at the Mill Casino Hotel! This prize is valued at over $1,000.00! No purchase necessary, general contest rules apply. For more information, log onto www.power1073.com, or call 267-2121. This event is free to the public.]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/780/1/13th-annual-Power-107-Wedding-Fair/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/779/1/Coquille-Basketball/Page1.html
Ryan Dannels scrambles for the loose ball against the Reedsport Braves. Other Red Devils pictured are
Daniel Muntifering, Heston Altenbach, Joseph Savala and Cole Waddington


Jenna Stone scores on a lay up while Shelby Jones
is ready to rebound


After stealing the ball, Tristan Dixon scores on a lay
up against North Bend

]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/779/1/Coquille-Basketball/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/778/1/Boating-Safety-Education/Page1.html “All motor boat operators need a Boater Education Card in 2009 for boats over ten HP.”

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 51 will conduct an 8 hour boating safety education coarse on Saturday, February 21st in Charleston. The course covers the basics of boating safety, rules of the road and Oregon boating laws. A test at the end of the course will qualify boaters for their Boater Education Card, under the Oregon Mandatory Boater Education Program. In 2009 the Boater Education Card is required for all motorboat operators of all ages for boats over ten horsepower. Additional provisions apply to youths. The cost of the course and materials is $15. Pre-registration is required. To register for the class, please call (541) 267-6152.]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/778/1/Boating-Safety-Education/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/777/1/Theres-a-new-doctor-in-town/Page1.html
Dr. Lyle Norton, D.C. has opened a new Chiropractic office located at 31 N.
Adams Street in Coquille. Dr. Norton is a graduate of W.S.C.C. and has been in
practice for 12 years. Dr. Norton uses a wide range of of adjusting styles such
as diversified and gousted. He also employs non-force and activator techniques.
His treatments include, when appropriate, nutrition counseling, hormone
balance, and extremity adjusting. Dr. Norton strives to match the adjusting
techniques to the individuals needs, not to the Doctor’s personal preference.
To make an appointment or just to meet the “Doc” call Coquille
Chiropractic at 824-0800.]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/777/1/Theres-a-new-doctor-in-town/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/776/1/February-Focus-on-Booster-Seats-and-Safety-Belts/Page1.html
The other? Even though Oregonians are buckling up in record numbers, lack of safety belt use was a major factor in half of all Oregon motor vehicle fatalities in 2007. “Consistent safety belt use is the single most effective way to protect people and reduce fatalities in motor vehicle crashes,” said Carla Levinski, Occupant Protection program manager at the Oregon Department of Transportation.

“It’s important that we continue getting that message out.” Law enforcement agencies around the state, including 30 Sheriff Offices, 76 Police Departments and the OSP Patrol Division, will be keeping a keen eye on safety belt, booster seat and child safety seat use from Feb. 9 – 22 in a campaign funded through ODOT’s Transportation Safety Division. A new public service announcement will also begin airing, reminding motorists that “Just one click can save your life. So buckle up.” For child passengers, that means using the proper restraint system for their size. Oregon law requires the following: • A child weighing less than 40 pounds must be restrained in a child safety seat. • A child under one year of age or weighing less than twenty pounds must be restrained in a child seat, rear facing. • A child over forty pounds but under age eight or less than 4’ 9” tall must be restrained in a booster seat that elevates them so the lap/shoulder belts fit correctly. For adults, Oregon law requires “proper use” of safety belts. That means using the entire belt system, with the lap belt low across your hips, and the shoulder belt over your collarbone and crossing the center of your chest. Belts should be free of slack and lying flat with no twists or knots.

If the shoulder belt portion of an adult safety belt rides up onto your neck or feels uncomfortable, slide the built-in adjuster up or down or move your seat forward or backward. “Your shoulder belt should not be under your arm or behind your back,” Levinski said. “Wearing a belt improperly can cause serious internal injuries or ejection in a crash.” Levinski noted that someone who is unbelted or improperly belted is five times more likely to be ejected in a crash. “The odds of surviving after you are thrown from a vehicle are about one in four,” she said. “We want Oregonians to remember just one click can save your life.” For help with child safety seats, refer to the seat manufacturer’s instructions or vehicle owner’s manual, or call ACTS Oregon Child Safety Seat Resource Center at 1-800-772-1315.]]> no@spam.com (Sheriff's Department) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/776/1/February-Focus-on-Booster-Seats-and-Safety-Belts/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/775/1/COOS-COUNTY-SHERIIFFS-DEPARTMENT-LOG/Page1.html 1:38 a.m. North Bank Rd. Assist public. Caller reports that his wife is having abdominal
pain. Refused ambulance but wanted to know if there was a doctor at the hospital. Called
later and confirmed that wife had been taken in.
9:56 a.m. Coos County. Missing person. Caller reports that subject was last seen in El Paso,
Texas. Was supposed to hitchhike to Coos County and has not shown up yet. Reporter has
not heard from him in a month.
3:04 p.m. 4th Road. Suspicious conditions. Caller reports a peeping tom in the area.
Reporter has been finding cigarette butts outside of her windows. Thinks it has been going
on for some time.
3:35 p.m. North Bank Rd. Injury accident. Motorcycle crashed - cycle is in the river.
Operator is injured. Vehicle removed by Clyde from Glide.
4:25 p.m. Hwy 42S. Animal abuse. Report of an abandoned and starving dog at neighbors
residence.

FEBRUARY 3, 2009
6:49 a.m. Hwy 42. Warrant Service. Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office request Attempt
Warrant Service on a Contempt of Court charge. Unable to locate.
3:12 p.m. Hwy 42. Missing person. Caller reports that husband is missing. Was bringing in
bottled water, the water is still sitting in the driveway. Unable to locate on her property,
afraid that he might have fallen into the river. Subject was located.

FEBRUARY 4, 2009
12:56 a.m. Bandon area. Assist public. Reporter went to a party somewhere between
Bandon and Langlois, doesn’t know where, decided to leave on foot and is now lost in
some woods near Hwy 101. Caller thinks that he is about 10 miles south of Bandon, but
isn’t sure. Caller could not provide the name of the people where the party took place.
Subject located.
8:43 a.m. N. 4th St. Unlawful Entry into Motor Vehicle. Caller reports that someone
attempted to break into her car.
10:32 a.m. Beaver Hill. Report of Illegal Dumping of household items.
4:49 p.m. Joe Ney Ln. Possible Violation Restraining Order. Reporter contacted by phone.
Will patrol area to check and see if subject is at location.
8:04 p.m. Dolezal Ln. Report of a possible burglary in progress at neighbors residence. Not
as reported. Subject has permission to be there. Reporter contacted and advised.
10:09 p.m. Fat Elk Rd. Animal at large. Report of three cows in the road. Two herefords;
one horned. Both with orange ear tags.

FEBRUARY 5, 2009
4:47 a.m. Catching. Burglary. Theft from residence, property next to complainants. A loud
sounding pickup left at a high rate of speed toward Coos Bay. Attempt to locate vehicle.
Report taken for Burglary II and Theft II.
7:42 a.m. Fairview Rd. Assisting Oregon State Police on serving a search warrant.
Assistance rendered.
8:55 a.m. Lookout Ln. Mental subject. Caller request that mother be transported to Bay
Area Hospital. Having mental problems; thinks that she has parasites.
6:49 p.m. Fat Elk/Roth. Animal at large. Female cell caller reports three cattle at large.
Reporter left message on owners cell phone.
10:41 p.m. Old Broadbent Rd. Non-injury accident. Caller reports rolling his truck about 1
mile from Broadbent. No injuries and no property damage. Reporter is returning to scene to
remove vehicle.
11:36 p.m. Hwy 42. Caller reports receiving threatening phone calls.

FEBRUARY 8, 2009
1:43 p.m. Big Creek Rd. Suicide. Report that subject shot himself. Request for ambulance.
8:46 p.m. Hwy 101. Juvenile problem. Three out of control juveniles.
FEBRUARY 9, 2009
8:49 a.m. Hwy 42. Incomplete 911 call, on call back got an answering machine.]]> no@spam.com (Sheriff's Department) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/775/1/COOS-COUNTY-SHERIIFFS-DEPARTMENT-LOG/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/774/1/COQUIILLE-POLIICE-LOG/Page1.html 12:03 a.m. Patrol check. Out with vehicle in parking lot at location. Got information that
subjects might be drinking.
1:13 a.m. E. 5th St. Incomplete 911 call from location.
1:58 a.m. Central & 4th. Out with one. Chastity Latimer arrested on Myrtle Point Police
Department Probable Cause Arrest for Burglary I & theft I.
2:37 p.m. Figaros. Person stop. Possible wanted subject.
4:30 p.m. N. Central Blvd. Vehicle release.
5:49 p.m. Gould & 2nd. Possibly located wanted subject.
6:10 p.m. Figaros Pizza. Follow up. Looking for two subjects from last night.
7:38 p.m. W. Central. Hit & Run Accident. Caller advises that a van just hit her car and
took off.
7:49 p.m. Coquille Middle School. Theft of bike. Subject contacted him regarding son’s
bike getting stolen from location.
8:38 p.m. Denny’s Pizza. Criminal trespass. Caller reports that a female is refusing to leave
Denny’s Pizza. She is in the bathroom washing up at this time. Female is wearing shorts
and a black top. Unknown if she is intoxicated or what her name is.

FEBRUARY 3, 2009
8:40 a.m. N. Central. Traffic stop. Traffic citation issued to Petra Moradoledesma for
Violating Posted Speed, 37/20 school zone.
9:29 a.m. Pioneer Methodist Church. Criminal Mischief. Suspicious conditions.
10:57 a.m. N. Alder. Theft. Request that officer respond to the station for a theft report.
12:47 p.m. N. Collier. Barking dog complaint.
1:51 p.m. NW Alder St. Welfare check.
2:58 p.m. N. Central & E. 10th. Traffic stop. Traffic citation issued to Linda Waterman for
Violating Posted Speed, 38/20 school zone.
6:08 p.m. E. 3rd & N. Central. Casual contact. Out with one adult male.
8:23 p.m. W. 4th St. Runaway juvenile. Advised that foster child ran from location.
10:12 p.m. E. 10th St. Robbery. Caller reports that he was just robbed.

FEBRUARY 4, 2009
12:17 a.m. Elliott. Suspicious conditions. Out with a vehicle whose dome light is on.
12:23 a.m. W. 4th St. Parking violation. Citing vehicles for parking.
1:30 a.m. E. 10th St. Arrest. Corey Taylor arrested on charge of Menacing. Transported to
the Coos County Jail.
10:03 a.m. McPherson Ave. Follow up. En route to North Bend.
4:51 p.m. E. 7th St. Criminal mischief. Caller reports that subject was just at location and
damaged property.
8:56 p.m. Fast Mart. Casual contact.
9:47 p.m. E. 3rd St. Incomplete call. Hang up 911 call.

FEBRUARY 5, 2009
9:55 a.m. Knott & 10th. Report of a dog at large.
1:55 p.m. N. Central Blvd. Vehicle released from impound.
2:10 p.m. Hwy 42 & Hathorn. Out with disabled vehicle.
4:23 p.m. Folsom Ct. Caller reports that a subject is at her residence reporting that his
daughter was bitten by a dog.
4:24 p.m. Hwy 42. Disabled vehicle blocking traffic.
5:16 p.m. McKays. Civil problem. Caller reports that her female friend is leaving her
boyfriend tonight and may need a civil standby.
4:25 p.m. Hwy 42 & Central. Report of a possible intoxicated driver.

FEBRUARY 6, 2009
10:35 a.m. N. Dean. Location of wanted subject. Bobby Franklin Hunter arrested on a Coos
County Sheriff’s Office Warrant charging Parole Violation on original charge of Contempt
of Court. No bail.
11:38 a.m. Collier & 6th St. Spotted possible wanted subject.
12:14 p.m. OFCCU. Alarm activated.
1:23 p.m. N. Baxter. District Attorney’s Office reports subject is in their office that has a
Probable Cause to Arrest. Jeff Newton arrested and charged with Probable Cause/Violation
Restraining Order.
2:42 p.m. Fat Tuesdays. Person stop.
5:52 p.m. Coquille Broiler. Welfare check. Intoxicated woman just left the broiler. May be
mentally unstable.

FEBRUARY 7, 2009
1:49 a.m. McKays. Caller reports hearing shots fired in the area.
2:07 a.m. E. 16th. Lost animal. Dog gone from location.
10:07 a.m. N. Myrtle St. Suspicious subject.
12:37 p.m. N. Central. Report of an assault at location. Richard Dockery arrested and
charged with Assault IV.
2:38 p.m. Hwy 42-Valley Coffee. Theft. Failure to pay for coffee. Justin Langan arrested
and charged with Theft III.
3:05 p.m. Mr. Zack’s. Attempted burglary of the business occurred during the night.
4:35 p.m. N. Dean St. Harassment. Caller reports loud music and stomping on the floor
above, which is the reporter’s ceiling. Caller believes that it is harassment. This has been
going on for months. Mother is upset and on the verge of a nervous breakdown.
5:01 p.m. Coquille Fire Hall. Purse was found at a Jr. High sporting event in Myrtle Point
and dropped off at the Fire Hall.
5:37 p.m. N. Folsom. Driving complaint. Caller reports a speeding vehicle.
5:39 p.m. E. 11th St. Dispute. Judy Jenkins arrested and charged with Domestic Menacing
and Harassment.
5:51 p.m. N. Cedar. Caller reports an open door at a vacant house.
10:17 p.m. SE 6th. Suspicious vehicle. Out with a vehicle at location.
10:29 p.m. N.Elliott. Dog at large. Caller reports a dog standing in front of her house on
the sidewalk.
10:37 p.m. N. Henry. Fight. Caller reports hearing subjects cussing, fighting, etc.

FEBRUARY 8, 2009
12:21 a.m. N. Henry. Follow up. Back out at location. Nicholai Erichson cited for
Furnishing Alcohol to Minors. Decker will be referred to the Juvenile Department for
Minor in Possession.
3:17 a.m. N. Elliott. Dog from earlier is out barking in front of her house.
7:04 a.m. Hwy 42. Disabled vehicle. Trailer sparking heavily.
7:03 p.m. Shelley Rd. Dispute. Needs police at location.]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Police Log) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/774/1/COQUIILLE-POLIICE-LOG/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/773/1/Care-Quilters-Seek-Assistance/Page1.html
Quilter Anne Soucy says that this year they hope to increase their efforts and they are seeking help from the general public. The group has scheduled a Care Quilt-a-thon on March 7th , at the Coquille Art Center, from 10 - 4pm. They welcome non-quilters as well as those with experience. Supplies will be provided as well as instruction. Sewers may choose to bring their own sewing machines and scissors, but there are many things that can be done without them. Sharon Arrant joked, “ if you can sew a straight seam and tie a strong knot, you can be a quilter.” Other non-sewing jobs would be cutting, ironing, and tying those knots. Beginners are welcome.

“This is a non threatening way to learn about quilting, and to help with a good cause at the same time,” Shirley Lee pointed out. Quilters may show up and leave at their convenience. Coquille Art Center is housed in the restored white school building south of Coquille at 11144 Highway 42. The quilting groups meets regularly on Wednesdays from 10:00 to noon. A group that specializes in appliqué meets on Tuesday mornings. Anyone is welcome to join at any time, and beginners are welcome. For more information, contact the Art Center at 396-3294 or Anne Soucy at 396 - 4021.]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/773/1/Care-Quilters-Seek-Assistance/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/772/1/Jack-D-Rogers/Page1.html Jack D. Rogers
September 15, 1918 – February 1, 2009
At his request, no services will be held for Jack D. Rogers, 90, of Coquille. Cremation rites were held at Myrtle Crest Crematory in Coquille. Jack was born September 15, 1918, in Blaine, Washington. He died February 1, 2009 in Coquille.

He was married to Vivian Julia Kortes for 50 years and moved to Coquille in 1958. Jack was a veteran of both WWII and the Korea war. He was a member of the Elks Club and the Eagles. Jack was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and stayed strong to the very end. Jack is survived by his son, Dennis S. Rogers of Eugene; daughter, Sandra J. Rogers of Renton, WA; son, David S. Rogers of Coquille; son, Douglas S. Rogers of Coquille; 11 grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren. Arrangements are under the direction of Myrtle Gove Funeral Service, 396-3158.]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Editor) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/772/1/Jack-D-Rogers/Page1.html