I have been on about this subject for going on two years now, because certain people who are viewed as untouchables in the Martial Arts Community are associated to him the general public is to this day not aware of the fraud that has been perpetrated on them by this man by playing the hero and taking their money since the Vietnam War Era. He is single biggest liar in the history of American Martial Arts, that is Dr. Gyi
Why does his name still come up? Because he is out there making money again! Here is just some of the latest points of interest mixed in with some old news.
[B]Monday, October 29, 2007
Dr. Gyi[/B]
I had the opportunity to meet and talk with Dr. Myaung Gyi, courtesy of Joe Palanzo when he had be teach at his recent camp.
“Doc Gyi”, as they call him, is the REAL DEAL.
I was privileged to sit and talk with him privately a few times during the event. He is a PhD in psycholinguistics and has an interesting background beypnd the fact he is fluent in nine languages. He is widely known as a grandmaster of Bando, a Burmese art. One portion of it looks like Muay Thai, but like many arts, there is way more to it.I had seen bando back when I was a brown belt in Chicago and thought it was pretty exotic.
Dr. Gyi had been the chief instructor for the United States Karate Association (USKA) for 15 years. I remember the USKA from my days as a new black belt and it was one of the biggest karate associations in America. Odd that a bando man would hold that position? I found he had trained with Gogen Yamaguchi, “The Cat”, a famous Goju-Ryu master. Makes sense to me. Gyi was the boxing coach for a university in Ohio for years, and he worked with the US military when he was young.
We spoke of other things and I’ll pass that on here soon in a second article. I was impressed with the Doctor and I’m looking forward to meeting him again.
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[B]The seminar was great! Dr. Gyi taught us the Dhot system he taught the Dog Brothers.[/B] Turn out was solid and we went out for food afterwards. We are looking forward to his return on September 15, 2007!
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[SIZE=2]I had a wonderful time at the WMAA Spring Camp. Thanks to Tim Hartman and Janice Stranc for another great event![/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]I arrived Wednesday evening and spent some time with Mr. Hartman. On Thursday afternoon we had a chance to bang sticks with some of his local students. That evening there was a special meeting for senior students during which he made sure that everyone was on the same page with respect to certain techniques. We listened and practiced and discussed. Afterwards, it was pizza and wings![/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]Friday afternoon came and the camp opened. After a brief orientation, the highlight of which was public display of the portrait of Prof. Presas by Ed Parker, Jr. (and the fact that once again there would be complimentary soda/juices/bottled water for participants all weekend long!), Mr. Dawdy taught Anyo Anim and Mr. Dulin taught applications from it. I picked up a teaching trick from Mr. Dawdy and a pressure point from Mr. Dulin (with help from his student Tony, whose last name escapes me). Next, I taught disarms 1-5 including brief discussion of L-on-R variations. (Thanks to Mr. Parsons and Mr. Anderson for showing their versions of #3 and #5, respectively!) Next Dan Carr taught a session that focused on the distinction between a lock (multiple joint involvement or multiple angles of compression resulting in severely limited or very difficult movement) vs. a control (temporary control of a person but not immobilization). Though he drew a very careful distinction here--more so than I am able to communicate from memory--this was no academic session. Many specific examples were worked.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]After dinner--many of us went to a ribs place, Tony Rome's--Mr. Hartman gave a palis-palis session that I regrettably missed the first half of due to administrative matters (as chair of the WMAA Advisory Board). Next Mr. Jornales gave a session that included double stick techniques and his 'four corners' drill. Many people commented that they would be incorporating that drill into their own training! [SIZE=3][B]Next Dr. Gyi gave a session on Bando knife work, including some from the ground. Everyone always enjoys Dr. Gyi's sessions--his stories, his insight, his perspectives, and his respect. This man addressed the students as 'sir' in many cases! He is a treasure.[/B][/SIZE][/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]Afterwards many of us went to Applebee's for food, drinks, and conversation. Grandmasters Gyi and Jornales joined us.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]Saturday morning was the black belt test. I chaired the board, assisted by Mr. Carr, Jaye Spiro, and Mr. Parsons. Many camp participants came to watch the test.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]After the test, Jack Latorre taught Pekiti Tersia knife and stick techniques. I finally had a chance to really see how the reverse grip with the knife held with the blade facing the forearm works. Mr. Latorre gave a fascinating session and was very approachable. Next Dan Carr continued his Locks and Controls session. I got to work with Cebu West who very successfully locked me in one case--ouch! (It's better now!) Bob Chesbro gave lots of good advice while people were practicing the techniques. Next was lunch at a local Chinese buffet, during which time Dr. Barber told some fascinating stories and Dr. Gyi hit and berated me for eating too much meat! [/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]In the afternoon Mr. Hartman did a session on Tapi-Tapi counters that started with simple Modern Arnis techniques, worked to more involved techniques, then worked in some Balintawak flavor. It was a very interesting progression, and really brought out the counter and counter-for-counter ideas. Dr. Gyi then gave his second knife session, focusing on thrust/slash combinations and ending in some simulated group-on-group sparring. (Again, I was forced to miss part of this session because of my duties.) Next was the round table meeting, discussing where we are and where we're going, and the banquet (during which I once again took blows and reprimands from Dr. Gyi due to my carnivorous ways). The banquet was well done including the beautiful glasswork done by Janice Stranc for the centerpieces. Hopefully these will have photographed well so all can see them.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]Following the banquet were the awards of promotions to Janice Stranc, Scott Caffrey, Mike Milazzo, and Ed Mengel. (Please excuse me if I have misspelled anyone's name; I am going from memory.) Other awards of appreciation were given. Next was the presentation of Mr. Hartman's certificate for promotion to seventh degree, signed by me as chair of the WMAA Advisory Board (which is responsible for the promotion) and endorsed by Grandmasters Gyi and Jornales. Board members Chad Dulin and Sal Todaro helped me present the certificate.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]Next came some amazing demonstrations. (I'm sure I won't recall the order correctly.) Capoeira Mandinga Buffalo gave a very memorable capoeira demonstration, with several musical instruments and lots of acrobatic kicks. It was a real show-stopper. There were many questions asked after the performance and indeed throughout the night, as many of the group's members stayed to watch and later to play. Next, Mr. Hartman's junior demo team (six students around ten years old, give-or-take) gave a nice demonstration of stick anyos and some sinawalis. Jack Latorre and his long-suffering assistant Tim (whose last name escapes me) showed some advanced Pekiti Tersia techniques, including a fascinating and unusual sword. He also did some rope work. Dan Anderson, assisted by Jaye Spiro, showed the progression in Modern Arnis from basic techniques through more advanced countering of the counter. Bong and Wendy Jornales put on a demonstration of speed, skill, and varied weaponry that as usual left jaws on the floor. I hope I have not forgotten anyone![/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]I had administrative matters to attend to afterwards but many participants went out and had a good time that night (and other nights)--some at local bars and restaurants, some in Niagara Falls, Canada, and some in the hotel's hot tub.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]Sunday morning was Mr. Jornales' second session, covering the four corners drill and some sinawalis. I had studied his system previously and had some familiarity with the techniques and drills but everyone came away with something. I worked with our own Mr. Hubbard which was a pleasure. Finally, Dr. Gyi finished things off with yoga using a single stick to assist. He continually related the importance of yoga to the needs of a martial artist or soldier. As always, he showed great respect for the memory of Prof. Presas.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]Mr. Hartman closed the camp--and then the fun began! In keeping with tradition, the sparring gear came out and Bob Hubbard took center stage. He sparred Rich Parsons staff vs. two sticks, me stick vs. stick, and ace (Primo Luciano) empty hand. (I may have forgotten other matches.) Afterwards many of us went out to a local favorite, Antoinette's, for ice cream sundaes. I spoke with Dr. Gyi and Ed Mengel briefly in the airport before either flight left.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]I don't know where to begin with thanks, and I apologize in advance to those I will surely forget (or whose names I will mis-type). Tim Hartman and Janice Stranc did a great job once again--first class all the way. Thanks to them for putting me up in their home for the first few nights and for, well, so many other things. Give my love to Thor and Loki (their horse-sized dogs). Thanks to Rich Parsons for rooming with me the last few nights and for the many things he did to help out--serving on the black belt board most notably. Thanks to Chad Dulin for sharing so much with me over the weekend; I really picked up some neat tips. He also served as Ed Mengel's partner during the test. Thanks to Sal Todaro and the Philadelphia group who are always so much fun to have around; he too helped during the test. Thanks to Dr. Barber for showing me some Gunting techniques--I'm now a believer!--as well as some very nice-looking wooden swords. Thanks to Dan Carr's students Bob Chesbro and Mark (whose last name escapes me) for the frequent one-on-one assistance they provided to participants (including me!). Thanks to all the instructors for helping us put on such a varied program! Thanks to Dan Anderson for once again signing a book for me but also for just being the great role model that he is--he set the standard for work ethic at the camp. Thanks to Mrs. Jornales for her demonstration and her enthusiasm. Thanks to Dan Carr and Jaye Spiro for serving on the testing board. Ms. Spiro always has a kind word for everyone and that's appreciated too! Thanks to Mr. Hubbard and Susan Spann for technical support, including the taping of the camp. Thanks to Mr. Jornales for his support and his kind words about the WMAA at the banquet. Thanks to Dr. Gyi for his advice and for taking so much time to chat with me and for his support of the WMAA in particular, and Modern Arnis in general, in so many ways.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]As always, I speak from the heart when I say thanks most of all to the camp participants, because it was for and about you, and you're the ones who make it work--and who make it worthwhile. See you next year![/SIZE]
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He began his training in his birthplace of San Francisco in 1966 and credits four men as his teachers. Mr. Nackord states, "The founder of American karate, Ed Parker (deceased), uniquely taught an understanding of the principles and relationships of movement, expressing them in terms clear to his students. Eight-time world heavyweight karate champion and the first American kickboxer, Joe Lewis, teaches an understanding of strategies and attitudes of fighting learned only from his vast experience. World champion boxing trainer, Marty Feldman, teaches skills and realism found only in the art of boxing, and I consider him the best puncher I have ever seen. And, the internationally known person who first brought kickboxing to the United States and founder of the American Bando Association, Dr. Maung Gyi, teaches the true combative, healthful, and spiritual aspects of the martial arts possessed by few instructors today. Dr. Gyi is currently a mentor to many of the foremost martial artists in the world."
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[I]Burma, July 1944
"At dawn, B and C Companies of the 319th were ordered to take the hill. The Gurkhas in those units looked exhausted; they had no sleep the night before. The enemy shelling had also stretched their endurance, but they were determined to secure the hill at any cost.
"I saw Jemadar [Lieutenant] Yambahadur with the lead platoon; he was assigned to B Company. I rushed toward him and knelt down, touching my forehead to his feet. This native gesture was also against British military rules, but I performed it any way. An image had suddenly flashed in my mind that it would be the last time I would see the brave jemadar.
"Maj. John Thorpe, commander of B Company, gave a signal and led his men up the hill.
"A British captain, Frank Blaker, about 20 years old, came to our dressing station and asked for MOs to be assigned to his platoons in C Company. During previous actions he had lost several of his MOs. I volunteered and was assigned to the 1st Platoon, under Jemadar Rahasing.
"My section leader was Havildar Manprasad.
"C Company was ordered to detour about two miles and come up from the rear of the hill. The monsoon rains had not stopped. We struggled through deep and slippery ravines, and climbed through tangled vines and thorny scrub. Our movement was slow. The trackless jungle became more dense as we tried to climb the steep 2,000 foot hill.
"One Gurkha slipped and fell into a snake pit. Before he could regain his footing, a large King Cobra rose above him and struck him in the face. The man groaned and writhed in agony, but the snake continued to strike until he lay motionless. The men behind me were horrified.
"Jemadar Rahasing rushed forward and chopped off the Cobra’s head with his kukri before it could strike again.
"I wanted to attend to the victim, but the jemadar signaled me to move on. The climb became more difficult. At some places we had to crawl on our hands and knees and hold on to trees, roots, branches or vines to avoid falling. Leeches, mosquitoes and other insects attracted by human sweat began to attack us. A Gurkha next to me had about 20 tree leeches on his face. With his hands busy climbing, he could only bite at the ones that attempted to wiggle into his mouth.
"Attack on Hill 2171
"After five hours of strenuous climbing, we reached the edge of the second plateau, followed by 2nd and 3rd Platoons. We discovered eight men were missing from our company. No one could say if they had been bitten by snakes, or fell and died for some other reason, or simply lost their way in the thick and tangled bushes.
"A Gurkha scout crawled silently to Capt. Blaker and told him there was another ridge to climb. He had spotted two machine gun nests, well hidden behind thick brush between the trees. There were also two large bunkers near the top. The enemy was well dug in. Capt. Blaker radioed for a mortar barrage to weaken the Japanese defense’ and cover our movement.
"According to Blaker, our C Company was to coordinate its assault with B Company, which was approaching from the other side of the hill. There was still a considerable distance for us to cover before we would reach our target. The captain therefore signalled us to move onto a narrow but well-trod path made earlier by the Japanese. It was the only direct route to the objective.
"Our mortar bombardment stopped, and soon we heard gunfire and loud yells coming from the other side of the hill. B Company had begun its assault. Realizing our company was behind schedule, Capt. Blaker rushed up the ridge along the path, leading the column.
"The Japanese opened fire, and several Gurkhas from lst Platoon fell. The rest of the men dove behind trees, rocks and bushes to find cover. Some crawled through the underbrush to try to silence the machine guns, but they were stopped by Japanese grenades. We were caught in a crossfire.
"When the firing stopped we could hear the wounded men groaning. I crawled toward several wounded and administered field dressings. The men lay low and waited for orders.
"The Japanese machine gunners were also waiting for us to rise.
"To our horror, Capt. Blaker suddenly sprang up and charged at the concealed enemy position up the path, firing his carbine as he advanced. A blast from a Japanese machine gun hit him. He fell sideways, and Jemadar Rahasing shouted, “Sahib, stay down! Stay down!”
"But Blaker stood up and charged again, firing wildly and yelling, “Charge! Charge, men! Charge!”
"Another blast threw him against a tree. He dropped his weapon, clutched his chest and shouted, “I’m dying! Come on C Company! Take this hill!”
"Then he collapsed, his body riddled with bullets.
"Inspired by the daring of this British officer, the Gurkhas sprang up, yelling: “Gorkhali Ayo!” (“The Gurkhas are coming!”)
"With drawn kukris and fixed bayonets they charged. The Japanese continued to fire, and more Gurkhas fell, but they fanned out and rushed through the dense trees and tangled thickets. When they reached the enemy positions, they cut down the Japanese in their foxholes and trenches. They succeeded in securing the second plateau.
"Capt. John Sweetman immediately took command of C Company, and quickly reorganized the men surviving from 2nd and 3rd Platoons.
"Then he ordered: “Men, we have to take the bunkers at the very top.”
"He led the renewed attack, and the young Gurkhas charged with him up the hill, again yelling, “Gorkhali Ayo! Gorkhali Ayo!”
"The Japanese, realizing they were being encircled, at first fought furiously, but then fled along an escape trail back into the jungle. B and C Companies linked up on the crest.
“The Japanese flag there was lowered and the Union Jack was raised in its place. I saw Sweetman cry as he saluted that flag atop Hill 2171.”[/I]
Captain Frank Blaker was awarded a posthumous VC.
Lieutenant Yambahadur appears to have survived, Dr Gyi’s premonition notwithstanding.
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[SIZE=3][B]Why was the item by "Alanorei" posted?
Notice that this entry is referenced from “phonies39” and relates to the charlatan Gyi claiming all sorts of unlikely things. I am “Captain” Blaker’s nephew, the story is bogus in all sorts of ways Major Blaker did indeed lead the attack, was KIA and awarded the VC. If Gyi had really been there he would not have repeated the “boys own stories” clap-trap loosely and fancifully embellished from the British press bravado of the day. There was no glorious “Charge for King and Country Men!!” stuff. However there was methodical, serious and determined fighting by brave, dedicated soldiers. How do I know this? I have my uncles effects including a hand-written description of that action, warts-and-all, by Lt Jimmy Sweetman, the company officer. “Dr” Gyi is a known “bull-artist” around the traps, it is a pity people like him parasitise and cloud the actions of others. His clap-trap should not be perpetuated. The facts should speak for themselves, they dont need embelishing.[/B][/SIZE]
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