KIM's Academy and OLD School

Were you like me ....and pick up and read in the book store or grocery store racks ....or subscribe to them ?

I was like a sponge on all styles all practitioners all demos

Man we trained and worked in a Golden Era of Martial Arts in the 70s and 80s ....it was old school with the real deal instructors of incredible power and depth of knowledge and skills

It is on their shoulders we stand today

The 1979 Yearbook cover spotlighted one of the most feared Korean fighters of his era, Byong Yu.

Arriving in America around 1968, he was among the rare traditional Tae Kwon Do masters from Korea who stepped into the ring during the raw, blood-and-guts era of full-contact competition.

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She never lost in tournament or in class ....always the star of the Demos

There was no Women's Division .....and she never lost

jus sayin

Angelo Thorne .....running the camera at every testing ....trying to get her to share some of them on here

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Dave Fly Boy Bell in Del Mar California ...1980

Happy 80th Birthday to the Legendary Jackie Chan! 🎂🥋🎬🎉😍

A true global icon whose fearless stunts, martial arts mastery, and unmatched comedy redefined action cinema. From Police Story to Rush Hour, Jackie Chan has thrilled generations with heart, humor, and hard-earned bruises — always doing his own stunts and always leaving us in awe. 💥😂

Here’s to a living legend whose legacy bridges East and West, action and comedy, discipline and joy. Wishing you a birthday filled with celebration, respect, and endless applause.

Happy Birthday, Jackie! 👏🔥

The Drunken Master (1978)🎥♥️🌟
Legend Superstar, Jackie Chan and Yuen Siu-tien Then and Now