Guru Darren has been training in the art since the mid 90's. He has been a teacher for quite some time now, even producing a few instructors himself. He has been an absolute beacon for what PCK as an art is all about. He is an example of the humble nature we expect of our students and teachers as well as an example of the extreme opposite end of that spectrum, the ability to take PCK Silat onto the streets and use it effectively. He has proven at every turn to be the type of student and teacher that everyone in this art can aspire to emulate. He received the Gold Sash Award this year for his years of dedication and contribution to PCK Silat.
We had an interesting opportunity to do a surprise testing at this years summer camp. Only a select few even knew it was taking place. It was a test of combat against multiple attackers. Guru Darren's long time student Nick Mettille has been training for quite some time now and has proven himself to be a dedicated student, a good example to his fellow pesilats, and worthy to be a representative of our art as an instructor. Nick has been at all of our camps and has always represented our art well with his humble nature, willingness to help others and his knowledge of PCK Silat. He did great in his test was promoted to Guru Muda at the camp and we all are looking forward to seeing what he has to offer to PCK as an instructor!
Chris Henslee has been training with me in Tennessee for about 5 yrs now. I have pushed him harder than any other student I have ever had. He has been dedicated, going above and beyond in countless ways for his school, his teacher and the art. He helped tremendously with the online course by letting me beat him up on camera. He has been a great example of what we look for in a student of PCK Silat. Chris has a deep understanding of our art. He is going to make a fine Guru some day. Chris was promoted to Instructor Candidate at the camp.
Tim Crea is one of PCK's Online Training Course students. He received a PCK Silat Achievement Award for his hard work and dedication. Tim has been training in the course since day 1. He was actually waiting for it to launch. He is an example of what we were looking for when we created the course. He has taken full advantage of all of the resources given to him through the course and it has payed off. He is hungry for knowledge and has a love for the art and sense of dedication that is inspiring. He is not only an example to his fellow students for these reasons, but also a testament to the possibilities that lie within the online course. He is a perfect example of what the course is capable of. Tim has taken the art and made it his own. He is a great student and friend and I look forward to seeing where he goes in our art.
Everyone at the Camp deserves recognition for their hard work and dedication the the art. It isn't easy to do what we do. It takes a lot of dedication (and balur oil) to survive in PCK Silat. It is great time for PCK Silat. We are seeing people being rewarded for their hard work, we are producing instructors and we have a fantastic and diverse group of students. I couldn't be more proud to be a part of this organization. We are only growing stronger with each year and it is because of you. You are the face of PCK Silat. You represent our art. And that makes me very hopeful for our future. I got to see such a great display of brotherhood at the camp this year. People helping each other, training hard, learning, displaying skill, and most importantly an intense and inspiring willingness to learn, to get bruised and gain some knowledge. Thanks again to Guru Besar, Guru Darren for making this camp happen and Guru Muda Nick and Dave for helping out as well. We may not be the largest art in the world, but it's camps like these that remind me just how lucky we are to have such a great group representing us. I was reminded this camp that the things that make PCK Silat such an amazing art to be a part of are not only alive and well, but thriving.
The conditions are right for PCK Silat to grow and spread. Let's make this new year count. Help us take PCK Silat even further. Continue working hard and bringing new people into your schools. Spread our art in any way you can, by word of mouth, social media, and most importantly by being a good example yourselves for what PCK Silat represents. Terimah kasih, selemat.
- Guru Derek
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