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James Fell
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Mitchell ~
Dragon wing chun is a great self defence class you can learn so much in so little time. James Fell is very good at explaining the techniques. James is a awesome and fun teacher. The class is also really fun and the people are really cool and good to be around.
Hello Mitchell,
I'm glad you like the class and think it is fun. We all try to have a good time in class, learning and practicing the techniques and applications of Wing Chun. Wing Chun is really a very good self defense art and system. Thank you for attending class and being a good student.
~ The Teacher
Jewel ~
My family and I had the best time ever attending Dragon Wing Chun. James is the most patient and thorough teacher I have ever met. My daughter has developmental disabilities and really enjoyed the class. I really look forward to being able to attend Dragon Wing Chun again. Seriously, I learned sooooo much in one day it was amazing!! James is the Best Teacher Ever!!
Hello Jewel,
I really had fun teaching your cousin, your daughter and yourself. The three of you are all quick learners and were very easy to work with. It was good that you could practice together on the different techniques.
~ The Teacher
Samual Culp ~
Saturday mornings are the best part of my week. We meet early so its not too hot and the park is really cool. Wing Chun is a beautiful form of self defense and James Fell is a wonderful teacher. What can I say? James got me hook, everybody Wing Chun!
Hello Sam,
You are a really good student. Since I met you, you have come to almost every class and you show that you really want to learn the art of Wing Chun. You are doing very well in the techniques, drills and Chi Sao and I'm sure you will in all other aspects of Wing Chun.
~ The Teacher
Van Masker ~
Thank you, James for the Martial Arts. I'm so glad to get to understand more about the benefits of learning Wing Chun. Definitely planning to have my children and myself learning this martial arts from James because it's for everybody regardless of age and gender. James is definitely a great communicator and teacher!
Hello Van,
It has been a pleasure to train you and thank you so much for the Buddhist invitation. My wife and I enjoyed it very much. You daughter is very sweet and beautiful and seems to be ready for training with her mom.
~ The Teacher
Kathleen Woodhouse ~
I had never done any form of martial arts before last week, so I wasn't sure what to expect. I had a great time and learned a lot in one day! I was able to watch demonstrations and practice the moves. I learned a new way of looking at energy that I could apply to my life and made a new friend in the process. Thank you, James!
Hello Kathleen,
I was happy to see you come to class ready to learn Wing Chun. You worked well with the other student present and you were quick to learn the moves and techniques and were very responsive to the different energy types. It is a pleasure to train you.
~ The Teacher
Nancy Forrest ~
Thank you, thank you James, for teaching me the art of Self Defense. Thank you for your information, your instruction and your patience. I'm in Level 2. It's a great feeling to know that I'm learning how to take care of myself, in what could be a bad situation. What a confidence builder!
Nancy
Hello Nancy,
You are a wonderful student to train with. I can that you have a sincere interest in learning the art of defense and are diligent in your attendance and training. You are progressing every week and show improvements every time I see you. Keep up the good work and you will be ready!
~ The Teacher
Eric Weiss ~
I always have a blast when training with James. He is the perfect balance of an informative and decisive instructor as well as a friend I can share a laugh with. He always knows just how to get the technique across the learning curve and just when you need that challenge to spur you further. The lessons I learn from him carry forward through out the training as well as apply to other disciplines I endeavor in. To sum up, James is an inspiration. Thank You James!
Hello Eric,
Since we met that first day in the park, you have shown talent and enthusiastic. You have always been respectful and open to new ideas. I think you are the type of person that will go far in what ever you wish to do. It's always been good to work with you.
~ The Teacher
Gus Uquillas ~
DRAGON JAMES FELL, I WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW I HAD A GREAT TIME TODAY. I'M SO HAPPY TO BE ENTERING LEVEL 3. IT'S FUN TO THINK I CAN ACTUALLY DEFEND MYSELF. YOU'RE A GOOD INSTRUCTOR, A GREAT TEACHER! BEST WISHES!
THANK YOU, GUS UQUILLAS.
Hello Gus,
I'm always glad I have the opportunity to train with you and I appreciate your friendship. You are defiantly on your way for when the time comes, you will be ready.
~ The Teacher
Darren Laing ~
Hi, My name is Darren Laing. I've just completed the Level I Basics training sessions. This is an excellent opportunity to learn self defense techniques, and to understand the philosophy behind traditional martial arts such as Kung Fu and JKD!
Hello Darren,
Congratulations on completing the Basics ( Level I), of the Art Of Defense, and receiving your certificate and patch. I appreciate that you recognize the opportunity that it is.
~ The Teacher
Jason Dziuk ~
I'm very excited about continuing my training.
Hello Jason,
GREAT ! Can't wait for us to train again. Your completion of Level I in our next session will advance you to Level II.
~ The Teacher
Darren Laing ~
James is a great instructor. I truly enjoyed learning about methods for deflecting against an attack from a more powerful opponent. It was also great to learn about the history of the martial arts techniques we practiced. Thanks a lot James!!
Hello Darren,
Thank you for being a great student. The Art Of Deflection is one of the most important tools in the Art Of Defense. All things require a solid foundation of philosophy and roots to grow from.
~ The Teacher
Gus Uquillas ~
HELLO DRAGON JAMES FELL!
IN PEACE THERE'S NOTHING SO BECOMES A MAN AS MODEST STILLNESS AND HUMILITY; BUT WHEN THE BLAST OF WAR BLOWS IN OUR EARS,THEN IMITATE THE ACTION OF THE " DRAGON "; STIFFEN THE SINEWS, SUMMON UP THE BLOOD, DISGUISE FAIR NATURE WITH HARD FAVOUR'D RAGE.
DRAGON JAMES FELL, I AM PROUD TO CALL YOU FRIEND!
GUS UQUILLAS.
Hello Gus,
Thank you for those kind words. Anyone who calls you a friend is your friend indeed.
I am, and always will be, Your Friend.
Live Long and Prosper, Gus Uquillas.
~ The Teacher
Aida Rojas ~
Hi James, I learned a lot about self defense from you today. You have a lot of insight and knowledge, thanks, look forward to talking to you soon! - Aida
Hello Aida,
Thank you for the kind words. It is always a privilege to enlighten someone who is willing to listen and learn.
~ The Teacher
Jason Dziuk ~
I am about midway in Level I of James' training, and already I can appreciate the difference
in the teaching of a philosophy from the standard teaching of an art. I have 5-6 years of
martial arts training, mostly in Wushu and TKD (WTF-style), and have become accustomed to
knowing and practicing a response to any given action. Art Of Defense, though, teaches
thoughts and values to be applied to the situation, and provides a number of actions for
these values to act through to meet your objective, which is never one of "DESTROY!"
as is the case with some arts (and I will admit, was much of the allure of martial arts for
me). Maybe I'm just growing up, but James' teaching seem more wise, practical, and
abstracted from the "heat of the moment" than those I have come to know in the past.
Hello Jason,
Thank you for visiting the site and posting a GREAT comment. I'm glad you see a difference between different types of training. Your ability to see that will make you a more well rounded martial artist who will be able to easily adapt to any situation. I look forward to your completion of Level I and your advancement into Level II.
~ The Teacher
Teresa Ming ~
James is an excellent instructor and has enhanced my martial arts knowledge with a completely different style from the full contact of Tae Kwon Do and Karate I am used to, with that of the more cognitive and deliberate styles of Wing Chun and Art of Deflection. He is extremely knowledgeable in a wide range of self defense disciplines and the time training with him is well spent.
Hello Teresa,
Thank you for the excellent comments. Your previous training in the martial art Tae Kwon Do and Karate is doing you well in your Art Of Defense training. I'm sure you will develop well in your confidence, enlightenment and power.
~ The Teacher
Adam Fox ~
James is a fantastic teacher in the Art of Defense. His knowledge and ability to apply these principles is both fun and informative. He works with my wife and two boys on how to protect ourselves from a dangerous situation and protect us from bodily harm. I enjoy the intensive training and information that he imparts on us.
Hello Adam,
Thank you for joining the Art Of Defense and leaving a great comment. The world today is not the same as sweet America used to be. There is a lot of violence and desperation now days and you're smart to want to be prepared for any emergency what ever it may be.
~ The Teacher
Justin Lazo ~
Mr. Fell has taught me so much in such a little time. He has challenged me to better myself and i thank him for that.
I look forward to
the challenges ahead in training and in life. Thank you Justin Lazo
Hello Justin,
Thank you for your kind words and visiting the site. You are doing well and have a good natural ability to go far with the training for the Art Of Defense.
~ The Teacher
Angie Lobue ~
James,
Thanks again for all that you taught me for self defense. You inspired me and equipped me with skills that could save my life! I miss you and hope all is going well. Those students who are learning from you now should consider themselves lucky! Blessings!
Angie
Hello Angie,
Thanks for visiting the site and leaving a message. You were a great student and I learned a lot from you, too. I hope you and your family are having a great new year and hope to see you again soon for training Level II Art Of Defense.
~ The Teacher
Gus Uquillas ~
SIFU,HELLO SIR.
JUST TO SAY HELLO AND TO
SAY HOPE THINGS WENT WELL FOR YOU WITH THE JEET KUNE DO SCHOOL.IF THEY WOULD
HAVED KILLED YOU I WOULD GO
OVER THERE,BEAT THEM UP AND
SAY, WHY YOU KILLED MY TEACHER;WHY,WHY,WHY!
WELL,LIKE THEY SAY: IF YOU
CAN`T ROLL WITH THE BIG DOGS,
STAY ON THE PORCH. I KNOW
YOU DON`T HAVE TO STAY ON
THE PORCH.
WELL,TAKE CARE AND
THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING,
F-14 GUSCAT
~ GUS UQUILLAS
Hello Gus,
Thanks for visiting the site and leaving a message. Now you know why I’m called Teacher. HA!
~ The Teacher
Gus Uquillas ~
SIFU,HELLO SIR.
WHEN AT THE AGE OF 14,I FIRST SAW BRUCE LEE .LITTLE DID I KNOW
HOW MUCH HE WOULD MEAN TO ME.
WHEN I MET JAMES FELL, LITTLE DID I KNOW HOW MUCH HE WOULD
MEAN TO ME.AS A TEACHER AND AS A FRIEND.
I`M A BETTER MARTIAL ARTIST AND A BETTER PERSON.YOU NOT ONLY TEACH SELF DEFENSE,BUT SELF AWARENESS.
“A MARTIAL ARTIST HAS TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR HIMSELF…
AND ACCEPT THE CONSEQUENCES OF HIS OWN DOING.”
F-14 GUSCAT
Hello Gus,
Thank you for your comment. And your are right about taking responsibility. Because we have power that others do not, we must be careful not to fight whenever possible, else using power can corrupt.
~ The Teacher
Gus Uquillas ~
I SAW THE PICTURE WE TOOK IN MY GYM,IT MAY ME SMILE.
THANK YOU!
F-14 GUSCAT
Hello Gus,
I like that picture a lot. I will keep it always. It makes me smile too!
~ The Teacher
Daneen Kimbrell ~
You have opened my mind to be stronger and you have taught me some powerful tools to defend myself! I love your approach and your techniques!
Hello Daneen,
Thank you for those comments. I have seen you become more confident and aware, and you seem to enjoy the art. That is always good to enjoy, and realize you are learning something important.
~ The Teacher
Gus Uquillas ~
SIFU, HELLO SIR.
WHILE IN THE MARINE CORPS,A GENERAL ONCE TOLD ME,”COURAGE IS
ENDURANCE FOR ONE MOMENT MORE.”I FEEL THAT`S WHAT YOU REALLY
TEACH ,FOR ONE MOMENT MORE;ENDURE,COURAGE.GIVE`EM HELL BABY!
U.S.M.C.
F-14 GUSCAT
Hello Gus,
One of my recent tweets on twitter says…
Teach your students to develop their art unique to themselves. ~ The Teacher
During the basics, and the advanced, and in to the custom designed lessons, the student will learn the art so that the art and the student are uniquely one, different than all the rest.
As I did and I am myself, and is one of the teachings and comments of Bruce Lee.
And all ancient, current and wise philosophies from around the world since the beginning. As with anything and everything, even any animal or plant, something learned, realized or discovered, becomes uniquely part of oneself.
As no bird hunts for a worm exactly the same way. ~ The Teacher
Angie Lobue ~
Enjoyed my class today, James! I love how it’s building my confidence. Thank you!
Hello Angie,
Thanks for the comment. I’m happy you enjoy the class. You are becoming confident and enlightened.
~ The Teacher
Gus Uquillas ~
SIFU, HELLO SIR.
I`M DOING THE STRECHING EXERCISE YOU RECOMMENDED.POLE
ACROSS SHOULDER,TWIST, PUSH AND PULL WITH HANDS AT THE SAME
TIME. I CAN FEEL IT, IT IS HELPING BIG TIME.SOON I`LL BE AT MACH 3.
THANK YOU,
F-14 GUSCAT
Thanks for the info. I’m glad you can feel it helping you. That is the method the old Chinese monks used to develop the strength in their strikes.
~ The Teacher
Gary Castleberry ~
James, it was a pure pleasure meeting and speaking with you today. We share lots of the same mentality in fighting and life in general. Jeet Kune Do is not only for combat but also for daily living. Bruce Lee would be proud to know his concept of fighting and the JKD way of life is being carried on by you and your students. So many miss the point of what Bruce Lee intended his JKD to be. Not a style, but a way of life and a concept that evolves as does life itself. I look forward to training with you sir. Keep up the great work.
Hello Gary,
Thank you for your kind words. I agree with you all the way. Everything we come in contact with through our journey of life is a learning experience that we can use to improve ourselves in order to live, get along with others, and be happy.
~ The Teacher
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