Tonight, I have the great privilege to honor a man that has had a great impact on me and countless other in the martial arts community. I have nominated Master Emelio Rodriguez (5th dan) to be inducted into the Action Martial Arts Magazine Hall of Fame.
He will be recognized for 50 YEARS lifetime contributions to the martial arts.
Throughout my time with Master Rodriguez I am humbled to have been taught by him, taught along side him, and on a very rare occasion taught him some things.
Master Rodriguez taught me early on that I could be a great instructor, not just for my age, but a great instructor period.
He taught me it's okay to curse during the adults class. =P
He taught me when it's time to have fun, and when it's time to be serious, something all my students know I practice every day.
Master Rodriguez has been like a brother, father, and grandfather =) to all that have trained with him all these years.
Please join me in congratulating Master Emelio Rodriguez and his dojo Byakko Martial Arts in Edison on this momentous achievement!
-Master Brooks
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