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What you should know about me? Name: Senior Kenpo Master - Randall K. Flaherty Sr. (9th Degree Black Belt) Occupation / EDU: President / Master of Flaherty’s Kenpo Karate Association (F.K.K.A.). Teacher / Developer of Martial Arts Children Programs. Instructor of Women Self-defense Athletic Programs @ San Jose State University - (Women’s Week). - Business Management / Owner / Consultant. Doctorate of Martial Arts Philosophy, PhD. 10 years / Santa Clara Emergency Response Team (ERT) Member (First Aid & CPR certified). 3-time U.S.A. Martial Arts Hall of Fame inductee (2004 / Master of the Year, 2006 / Pioneer Award, 2008 / Living Legend Award). Web Master and Owner / of KarateToday.com. favorite style: F.K.K.A. / Kenpo Karate martial arts studied: Kenpo Karate, Kung-fu, Judo, Wrestling, Aikido, Tai-Chi, Arnis, Tae Kwon Do, Boxing, and Kick-Boxing. My martial arts Instructor’s / mentor’s / helper’s: Robert Flaherty Sr. (Father / Kenpo) Rudy Jr. / Sr. (Karate) Angel Martial (Kenpo Karate) Bruce Crary (Sparring / Karate) Roland Gonzalez (Kenpo Karate) Ed Parker Sr. (Directed me in learning) John Sepulveda (Kenpo) Larry Tattum (Kenpo / Videos) Chuck Sullivan (Kenpo / Videos) Bill Superfoot Wallace (Kick-boxing) Benny “The Jet” (Kick-boxing) Jin Sun Ding (Wushu Kung-fu) Charllotte Hargrave (Tai-Chi) John Holland (Tae Kwon Do) Miguel Hartado (Tae Kwon Do) Ruban Ruiz (Kenpo Karate) Dan Anchetta (Arnis / Stick Fighting) Mr. Bart (The Old Man’s / Aikido) black belt degree: 9th Degree Black Belt - (F.K.K.A. Kenpo Karate - Senior Master) influential F.K.K.A. black Belt Students that offered assistance to Master Randall Flaherty’s Kenpo Association & Development: Mr. Dave Cantrelle (Northern Regional F.K.K.A. Director). Mrs. Becky Cantrelle (Academy Owner & Outstanding Supporter). 1980’s nickname: Bullet - based on tournament sparring & human-speed (Black Belt Division). Personal Motto: “Never let defeat rob you of success.” fkka - latest photos  Why i love kenpo? Respect. Discipline. Building Confidence. Helping Others Achieve. Teaching & Meeting people from all walks of life. It’s practical and realistic for the streets. It’s great for studying motion logical principles, and physics entwined into a comprehensive system of practical self-defense. I like Kenpo because it includes stand-up fighting, throws, grappling, hand and foot striking, nerve attacks, joint locks, and other. It’s designed for the average man & women to use if needed. It deals effectively with multiple attackers, and also include weapons (material of self-defense -like sticks, knives, and guns). Kenpo provides a work-at-your-own-pace environment (people study Kenpo for deferent reasons). I LOVE KENPO BECAUSE - it’s a self-defense systems that works well with me - (I can see myself and Kenpo growing old, together).file://localhost/Master%20&%20Cantrelle-150.pdf

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I was introduced to Kenpo Karate when I was 8-years old from my father Grandmaster Robert Flaherty. I remember, sitting on my father’s knee outside of our country (Kentucky) home listening to Army stories of his Asian friend. As the story goes - back in 1951 my father was observing his friend being harassed by a GI for several minutes, my father said, “I couldn’t even blink an eye,” and the Asian friend reached into the rib cage of the big GI with speed, and popped the rib cage out while using his finger-tips (the Martial Art = ‘Kenpo’). Well needless to say, that stories like this one, motivated me to learn. Of course my father introduced me to Kenpo, guided me in learning with his pearls of wisdom, encouraged my steps, and offered his unselfishness for me to learn in the world of Martial Arts, while, my mother had her hands on my life’s direction by keeping me in school, keeping me attending church services and bible studies, and supporting me in sports activities, such as, football, baseball, basketball, tennis, track, wrestling, and Martial Arts (Kenpo). Profile dedicated to my father for his unselfish guidance, wisdom, and excellent martial arts enthusiasm by providing me the workable knowledge of school ownership to carry on a family tradition handed down from generation to generation.                             - May DAD rest-in-peace My Martial Arts Profile: 1972 - 
1. Began Kenpo, Karate, Judo, and Martial Arts Training (with Father - Grandmaster Robert Flaherty).
2. Became ranked in Kenpo throughout the years privately under Dad’s direct supervision and expertise – Dad would often call me his "Junior Master", or the "Master Blaster").
3. Dad was truly the best Kenpo / Martial Arts Great Grandmaster of the World.
4. Dad encourages me to broaden my horizons by searching for answers within the Martial Arts Industry, Kenpo Karate specifically - (My comment - “I barely touched the tip of the iceberg”) - revised this July 3, 2006.

1974 -
1. Introduced to Wrestling in school.
2. Became involved with school sports (activities), such as, baseball (fast pitch), basketball, football, and track.

1976 - 
1. Dad joined me into my first official karate school ("THE DOJO") - a classic fighting / sparring school (located in Bowling Green Kentucky).
2. Trained at "THE DOJO" under Marty Senior and Marty Junior (father & son team).
3. Moved to San Jose California.
4. Joined Kenpo, Karate, Kung-fu, and Judo classes @ "The International Martial Arts Academy" - (located in San Jose California) with older brother Darrell.
5. Darrell joined - to be my martial arts inspiration ("I was a self-motivated student").

1977 – 
1. Began training and became professionally skilled in the art of "Arnis" under Dan Anchetta and the Anchetta family as an Arnis brother (Filipino Martial Arts - sticks, swords, and dagger fighting).
2. Trained in "Arnis" directly under Dan Anchetta (Head-Founder of the "Brotherhood" of Arnis).
3. Participated in sparring matches at Lee's Martial Arts ("Friendship Meet").

1978 - 
1. Received the title - "Private Lesson / Introductory Course Junior Instructor."
2. Kenpo & Self-defense Assistant Instructor - for the Academy's Senior Instructors & Chief Instructor (Mr. Angel Martial).
3. International Martial Arts Academy - "Demonstration Team Member."

1979 – 
1. Trained under one the best martial arts Fighting Instructor / Tournament Coaches (Mr. Bruce Crary). 
2. Joined and help teach the "Guardian Angels" Kenpo Karate - (only this year).
3. Presented the nick name as “Bullet” (by Mr. Bruce Crary).

1980 – 
1. Received my "First Degree Kenpo Black Belt" under two Kenpo Schools and group of expert Instructors - First Black Belt received at the International Martial Arts Academy under Angel Martial (Mr. Martial had received his Black Belt under Lee Thompson of "Lee's Martial Arts"), and the second - "First Degree Black Belt received was under the roof of the "Twin Dragon Academy (Owned by twin brothers - "Ruben and Roger Ruiz").
2. Broke two 1” pine boards by holding them together myself (free standing) in front of a panel of Kenpo Karate / Kung-fu Judges (consisting of approximately six members, present) to demonstrate great speed and accuracy.
3. Introduced to Jeff Thorbs -- Jeff and Myself became close friends and sparring partners (Jeff Thorbs was an Olympic Track Competitor that suffered a minor ankle injury).

1982 – 
1. Top Kenpo, Kung-fu, and Fighting Instructor of the International Martial Arts Academy
2. Became a silent partner (subcontracted space or lease) from official business owner "Angel Martial" (DBA-International Martial Arts Academy, of San Jose California.
3. Took on the business name as "Golden Dragon" Martial Arts (due to my blond hair).

1983 – 
1. Black Belt Tournament Competitor.
2. Instructor - of tournament competitors (Kumite / Sparring Division).

1984 – 
1. Rated #1 - Martial Arts Fighter (Kumite Division).
2. Participated in, and, judged tournaments, such as, "The Karate Ways" promoted by Mr. Joe Myers, - "The Internationals" promoted by Mr. Ed Parker, - "The Invitational" promoted by Mr. John Supelveda, - "International Martial Arts" promoted by Mr. Ricardo Chaverri, - "All Styles International (ASIA), - "Kids Classic" Promoted by Max Togisali, and other "Open Style" tournaments not mentioned (All competitions where from 1981 - 1992 ).

1985 – 
1. Study of Tae Kwon Do under Instructor John Holland. 
2. A student of the International Kenpo Karate Association (I.K.K.A.) upon the sole direction and leadership of the Late Great Grandmaster Edmund Parker Sr.
3. Official Tournament Judge. 

1986 – 
1. Student of Wushu Kung fu Weapons (Instructor - "Master Jin Sun Ding").
2. Special Guest Appearance at the San Francisco Wu-Shu Tournament honored by Master Jin Sun Ding – (appointed by “Master Ding’).
3. Upon visiting Master Ding at the East West Karate Academy (Owned by my friend Master Dave Thomas) - I would teach Master Ding privately Kenpo Karate & Self -defense techniques before receiving my Wushu lessons.

1987 – 
1. Study of Aikido from Instructor Bart (Bart's Instruction was under the direct supervision of "The Old Man"), within the Philippines. 
2. Head Official Tournament Judge.
3. Introduced to, and, sparred with Mr. Chucky Curry ("Quick Kick"). Mr. Curry was a 9 National Champion Fighter of "Open Style" Tournaments that trained his Tae kwon do classes (Sub-leased space) at The International Martial Arts Academy (My DOJO - Owned by SIFU Ricardo Chaverri).
4. Visited with Frank Trejo in Los Angeles California (The President of the International Kenpo Karate Association - I.K.K.A.).
5. Introduced to "Jeff Speakman" (Movie Star of The Perfect Weapon).

1988 – 
1. Trained with Top fighters, such as, Bill “Super foot” Wallace, and Benny “The Jet”, and others.
2. Introduced to Professor Richard Bunch (A close personal friend of Bill "Superfoot" Wallace).
3. Assistant Promoter - of the Bay Area (of California) Bill "Superfoot" Wallace Seminar.
4. Introduced to Don Alves (An excellent fighter with great martial arts spirit). Also, had the privilege and good fortune to spar with Mr. Alves and instruct him in Kenpo on many occasions. Mr. Don Alves is an adult fighter who made Black Belt as a Quality Fighter (Kumite Division) and Assistant Instructor under Flaherty's Kenpo Karate Association. In addition, Mr. Alves is the founder of "The Fighting Dragons" of tournament competition (Kumite Division). Mr. Alves offers free training to children for only $10, and, the kids are in for life (Supported, approved, and insured by the city of Newman). 
5. Bill Davis of the Fighting Dragons also trained and provided assistance with class instruction @ Flaherty's Kenpo Karate. Bill Currently is an assistant Instructor to Mr. Don Alves (Founder).
Note: Mr. Don Alves received his Black Belt in the year of 1999.
This year of #4 and #5 had been revised on September 10, 2006. 

1989 - 
1. Manager for the International Martial Arts Academy (New owner SIFU Ricardo Chaverri).
2. Son # 1 -- Christopher Allen Flaherty was born - "I hope to give my son what my father gave to me (Martial Arts, Kenpo Karate, Self-defense, Discipline, and Direction)."
3. Perform Martial Arts for a local newspaper & Spanish television commercial with Mr. Ricardo Chaverri.

1991 – 
1. Opened Kenpo Karate / Martial Arts Business under DAD’S SUPERVISION -- (DBA – Flaherty’s Kenpo Karate). 
2. Earned a place on the ED Parker's I.K.K.A Family Tree / Outstanding Kenpo Member (4th Degree Black Belt).
3. Worked out with John Sepulveda (Top leading Master Instructor for the I.K.K.A. family) - learning Western Kenpo Karate.

1992 – 
1. Martial Arts Business Association – "Graduate."
2. San Jose Chamber of Commerce Member - (Academy was written in the Commerce Paper).
3. Creator & Director of a Low Cost Youth Outreach Program for local school districts (Co-director and Instructor of the program - "Master Alfredo Bandalan Sr. / Master Bandalan's Son / and his Kenpo Black Belt Instructors.
4. Mr. Bandalan Jr. - is a Nationally Recognized (World Renowned) Stick Fighting Champion in "Escrima." Master Alfredo Bandalan Senior and Junior are friends of Flaherty's Kenpo Karate and former / silent business partners to myself (Master R. Flaherty).

1993 – 
1. Study "Tai Chi" from a Val Pak Advertising Representative Ms. Charlotte Hargrave (a veteran in Chinese Philosophy).
2. Placed 1st - (received 1st Place trophy) from the Cinco-de-mayo parade. Over 100,000 people were at attendance~
3. Flaherty's Kenpo Karate demonstrated over 20 exhibitions at the "Fair Grounds and other" - with self-defense and breaking.
4. Introduced to Master CJ Stewart (a respected member of the local San Jose Community). CJ's Style was Tae Kwon Do (and may Master Stewart rest in peace).

1994 – 
1. Promoted to 5th Degree Black Belt in Kenpo Karate - witnessed by Sifu Chaverri, Angel Martial, Roland Gonzales, and other Black Belt Instructors not mentioned.
2. Received a 5th degree Black Belt trophy from Daniel of Golden Circle Martial Arts Supplies.
3. Instructor of Women's Week / Self-defense at San Jose State University (Over 50 Women were in attendance).

1995 – 
1. Instructor of Excellence "verbal recognition" within a small group seminar at Flaherty's Kenpo Karate Academy by World Renowned "Kenpo Master Larry Tattum."
2. Joined the Larry Tattum's Kenpo Karate Association (L.T.K.K.A.).
3. Flaherty's Kenpo Karate performs demonstration at Fair Grounds and the Cinco-de-mayo Parade.

1996 – 
1. California’s Bay Area Tournament / Seminar Partner and Promoter under the International Martial Arts Academy with life long friend SIFU Ricardo Chaverri (Academy Owner). 
2. In House Tournament & Seminar Promoter (involving other Bay Area Local Martial Arts Schools) - - International Martial Arts Academy, Gonzales's Kenpo Karate, and West Coast Athletics are to name a few.
3. Featured in Bay Area Magazine

1997 – 
1. Continuation of Tae Kwon Do Training under Tae Kwon Do and Kickboxing Instructor Miguel Hurtado (My Friend & Owner of West Coast Athletics).
2. Flaherty's Kenpo Karate Demonstration at the San Jose's Rose Garden (over 10,000 spectators were present), and sponsored by the San Jose Mercury News (Master Flaherty broke 9 bricks stacked on top of each other).
3. Completed the fighting training with life long student and friend Victor Phillips (Nickname "Quick Vic"). Mr. Phillips was known for his flexibility (Chinese Splits) and incredible human speed. I am proud to say that, "Mr. Phillips is the only student who became a better fighter than myself," that I have professionally trained and fought with for over 10 years. In addition, Mr. Phillips is a student in a college at Nashville Tennessee (majoring in General Medicine); and won the National Tournament Championships (known as "The Nationals").

1998 – 
1. Member of the United World Karate Association (U.W.K.A.) - Owner of the U.W.K.A. and life long friend Kenpo Master Roland Gonzales.
2. Son # 2 -- Randall Kevin Flaherty (Junior) was born - "I hope to give my son what my father gave to me (Martial Arts, Kenpo Karate, Self-defense, Discipline, and Direction)."

1999 – 
1. Creator of the Northern Style and Developer (“The Chow System”).
2. Implementation of a new Kenpo Karate Program within the Flaherty's Kenpo Karate Academy (supported by the Academy's Black Belt Instructors).

2000 – 
1. Developer of successful Martial Arts Programs (for School Districts).
2. Youth Martial Arts Program Director ("The Young Karate Masters Program").
3. Instructor of many Managers, Directors, and CEO's of the High Tech and Small Business Industries & Corporations.

2001 – 
1. Established the Flaherty's Kenpo Karate Web Site (www.FlahertysKenpo.com) - Mr. Dave Cantrelle is a "Top Instructor" of Northern California, Web Master, and Dedicated Student / Instructor of Flaherty's Kenpo Karate Association - (Mr. Cantrelle is also a Director for a Video Game Company).
2. Established and Developed Flaherty’s Kenpo Karate Association (F.K.K.A.).
3. Developer of the Association's Annual Masters Class Workshop / Seminar.
4. Developed the "Tiny Tigers Youth Program."

2002 – 
1. Promoted to 8th Degree Black Belt (Under the Flaherty’s Kenpo Karate Association (F.K.K.A.).
2. The Association's (namely Master Randall K. Flaherty Sr.) Degrees of rank are based on time (approximately: 5-years per degree), supported by many school owners, and presented by the Association Black Belt Senior Instructors during a Masters Class / Seminar / Workshop (also as advertised).

2003 – 
1. California Property Investor.
2. Promoter of the Master Class Workshop / Seminar – Guest speaker and performer "Great Grandmaster Ralph Castro," and his Black Belt Instructors (include his son "Grandmaster Rob Castro").
3. Developer of the Low Cost Instructor Payment Program.
4. Christopher Flaherty / age 13 years -- "is an official Green Belt" (Under his Dad's Supervision and expertise).

2004 – 
1. Better Business Bureau (B.B.B.) / Outstanding Member.
2. U.S.A. Martial arts Hall of Fame Inductee (“Master of the Year”) – Presented by Dr. Jim Thomas.
3. Promoter of the Master Class Workshop / Seminar – Guest speaker and performer "Grandmaster Chuck Sullivan."
4. Little Randy Flaherty (Junior) / age 7 years -- "is an official Orange Belt" (Under his Dad's Supervision and expertise).

2005 – 
1. Businessman of the Year - of Washington D.C. (Congress). 
2. National Leadership Award & Honorary Chairman (Business Advisory Council) - of Washington D.C.

2006 – 
1. U.S.A. Martial Arts Hall of Fame "Pioneer Award"
2. Congressional Order of Merit Award from Washington D.C.
3. Set two Martial Arts World Records (#1 Broke three boards at one time) - (#2 Broke 13 bricks stacked on top of each other).
4. Flaherty's Kenpo Karate is the first school in human history (35 students / Instructors) to have set Martial Arts World Records on-line.
5. Developer of the Instructors Sparring Class Schedule (to be alternated between the Academy Instructor's for diversity in martial arts training).
6. Member of -- U.S. National Martial Arts Team / Official Letter of Appointment (presented by Dr. Jim Thomas on March 1, 2006).
7. Owner of Kenpo Karate Businesses: (DBA – Flaherty’s Kenpo Karate) Located in San Jose and the Central Valley of California.
8. Ultimately received the 9th Degree Black Belt (Master Status)- from the FKKA Senior Instructors (December 22, 2006). Mr. Gary Schoolcraft, Mr. Dave Cantrelle, and over eighty-people were in attendance during this holiday party, award ceremony, and promotional day.

2007 - 
1. Partnered with Mr. Dave Cantrelle within the San Jose Kenpo Academy (DBA), located @ 302 Toyon Ave. Unit B (Studio #1). Mr. Dave Cantrelle shall be recognized as the "Senior Partner" of Flaherty's Kenpo Karate Association. 
2, Opened Studio # 2 as sole proprietor @ 4343 Pacific Ave. #D2 - Stockton CA. 95207.
3. Martial Arts Business Consultant for small business owners. 

2008 - 1. First year - Launching the Ad-Vantage News Publication to residential and small businesses of local communities by via U.S. Mail and other.  The publication is designed to assist with promoting Flaherty's Kenpo Karate Association within the immediate cities and surrounding areas of all FKKA school locations.
2. May - Received the "Living Legend Award" from the Martial Arts Hall of Fame. 3. Mr. Dave Cantrelle (Senior Partner) - Received his "3rd Degree Black Belt (Head Instructor, status)" from Master Flaherty's Kenpo Karate, at the Stockton Academy. June - Received a "Doctorate of Martial Arts Philosophy; Ph.D." from the University of Asian Martial Arts Studies. 5. September - - World Renowned - Grandmaster Alfredo Bandalan Sr. performed a workshop / seminar at Flaherty’s Kenpo Karate, located in San Jose, California. In addition, The G.M. has been a friend for more than 20 years and former business partner. 2009 - Saturday - November 24, held a “Sparring Event” in San Jose (based on tournament competition, feet work, and maneuvering concepts / drills. Recognition - Monday: February 23, Mr. Dave Cantrelle offered a new association form that was accepted by the FKKA - Board of Black Belt Instructors. Saturday - March 21, Mr. Jerry Maloney of Lee’s Martial Arts within the San Jose area (established in the 1970’s) performed a sparring workshop / seminar with many of the F.K.K.A. Black Belts and Students. In addition, Mr. Maloney has been a friend of Master Flaherty’s for approximately 27 years. Saturday - June 27, 2009: A Special Congratulation - to Mr. Randy K. Flaherty Jr. for his Junior Black Belt Accomplishment. 2010- 1. Promoter of many Black Belts.http://www.FlahertysKenpo.comAbout_Master_Flaherty_files/Back%20Logo_Color_outlines.aishapeimage_13_link_0

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