Press Release: NATO/ Kuntaw 2011
Event: 1) NATO International Seminar (National Association of Tournament Officials)
2) Kuntaw Martial Arts Advanced Training Seminar (Colored belts, Black Belts and Masters) conducted by Grandmaster Bud Cothern—Technical Director for the IKF, Martial Arts Masters Hall of Fame Inductee, 2010. (Saturday, April 30th at Kuntaw Palace
3) Reunion/ Outdoor training picnic (Sunday, May 1st, at Toisnot Park
Date: Saturday, April 30th – NATO and Kuntaw Seminar, Sun., May 1st, Outdoor training/ Picnic
Location: Kuntaw Palace
Downtown Wilson ,
122 S. Goldsboro St ., Toisnot Park
Who: 1) Conducted by Grand Master Bud Cothern for IKF Members from around the world: Saudi Arabia , Canada , Florida , New York , Maryland , Virginia , and California
Description: Grand Master Bud Cothern traveled from California
from around the globe. One seminar (NATO) highlighted proper judging techniques and
standards for black belts and above. The other seminars were geared towards improving and refining skills, techniques, strategies, and understanding of the art of Kuntaw for individual members. Sunday was simply a beautiful day for gathering and reuniting. Newer members had fun reviewing what they had learned and exchanging knowledge and personal insights as senior members recounted stories of personal experiences through the years in the art of Kuntaw.
“The Seminar of NATO on April 29 till May 1 was very successful. The support of the masters and instructors are very significant. I salute the presence and dedication of GM Bud Cothern of his limitless time to impart the NATO seminar. The precious time of Kyud Bill and Kyudai Alice who really give all their support to make this seminar a success. We also feel the presence of GGM kyud Lito because of the support of all kuntawistas and parents.” --Rollie Descargar, 7th Degree Master, IKF Director, Central , Canada
“The recent NATO event was a smash hit. Kyud Bud had provided a wealth of information on form techniques in accordance with traditional values. My deepest thanks for your support and revitalizing my spirit. I also would like to express my sincerest thank you on behalf of IKF Jubail Chapter in Saudi Arabia Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Grandmaster Bud Cothern started his martial arts training in 1962 in the art of Judo. But at the age of 16 under the guide of a black belt, who was working for the U.S. Navy. He started what was to be his lifelong journey in the ancient Filipino art known as Kuntaw.
In 1971 Bud joined the US Navy at the age of 17 as a means to continue his Kuntaw training. Twenty-two and a half years later he completed his journey in the U.S. Navy. It has been over forty years since beginning his Kuntaw training, and GM Cothern’s journey still continues in the art of Kuntaw.
Mr. Cothern attributes his success in this Filipino art directly to his teacher of many years, Great Grandmaster Lanada. “He is like a father to me. I have spent more years in Kuntaw than not. Kuntaw is part of who I am,” says Cothern. Bud also studied under Kuntaw legends Benjamin Ortiz (forms instructor) and fighting instructor Rey Basco. Grandmaster Bud Cothen received the Golden Lifetime Achievement award as he was inducted into the Masters Hall of Fame in Anaheim , CA
Great Grandmaster Carlito A. Lanada, Sr. is responsible for reviving this art in 1960, when he founded the IKF and KNP to facilitate and better organize its practitioners around the globe.
In fulfillment of his father’s wishes, Carlito has continued to promulgate and allow this art
to evolve, while successfully maintaining the same stringent standards that have historically enabled its practitioners to effectively defend themselves against their aggressors.
Large Group Outdoor Picture:
Front Row (L to R):
Dhakil Hausif, Elizabeth Nevoraski, Kelsey FitzGerald, Cassandra Kossmann, David Boulo, Laura Stair, Sam Descargar, Chris Paliangayan , Daoud Abeid , Rasu Jilani
Back Row (L to R):
Stephen Page, Jason Closson, Bill Kossmann, Leon Simmons, Lhod Villaluna, Rollie Descargar, Alicia Kossmann, Grandmaster Bud Cothern, Jun Paliangayan, Dashaun Simmons, Tante Napase, Chris Napase, Stanley Jenkins, Jr., Suhail Smith, Erik Boulware, Al Boulo, Bheng Descargar.
Not pictured: Don and Tynet Barlow (Saudi Arabia ), Marino Santos
Indoor Picture:
Standing Back Row:
Rollie Descargar, Bill Kossmann, Grandmaster Bud Cothern, Laura Stair, Stanley Jenkins, Jr., Don Barlow
Standing Front Row:
Leon Simmons, Lhod Villaluna, Jun Paliangayan, Alicia Kossmann, Tante Napase, Chris Napase, Sam Descargar, Cassandra Kossmann
Kneeling: Al Boulo, Kelsey FitzGerald, Daoud Abeid, Erik Boulware, Tai-Durell Dixon
Contact: Bill Kossmann
President, IKF
Phone: 289-5878
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