Full Circle Martial Arts Academy - Community Service Photos

Congratulations to our Lil' Ninja graduates for an awesome display of martial excellence! These future leader's performed with super confidence and a winning attitude. We look forward to seeing you all at the next belt test ceremony. Keep up the awesome work!

Ninjas-Thomas Jones Jr., Yaheez Smith, Kennedi Johnson, Robert Redmon, Nia Lockwood, Cha'ron Thompkins, Jevin Harris, Anthony King, Dallas Washington, CJ Pumphrey, Messiah Smiley, Keon Kirksey, James Young, Tareek Rinkine, Xavier Scott, Lawrence Bullard, Daijon Teague, Mason Ashley, Mark Crowley

Congratulations to our recent graduates who put on an awesome show! Special kudos to the yellow belts (now green belts) who performed with the attitude and confidence of a Blackbelt! Stay focused and don't let anything or anyone distract you from reaching your ultimate goal of Blackbelt! We are truly proud of you all. See you at your next show.

Steven Kyukendall, Keyon Ware, Christopher Kelly, Hoshea Smith, Leyah Smith, Myla Olpihant, Kendol Foster, Daniel Smith, Daniel Archer, Diontae Young, Jared Younger, Jordan Bradley, Cameron Mance, Tre Cutler, Michael White, Saivon Desper, Tren Pearson, Rennie Pearson, Clinton Wiggins, Justin Harris, Ahmira Miller, Jamal Jones, Marisol Howard, Simon Buggs, Daneisha Johnson, Kevin Dryden, Kevon Wells, Maiya Williams, Kevin Harris Reed, Nigel Sanders, Jawan Wells, Christian Cleveland, Kevin Dryden

Master Scott's book signing was a huge success! We would like to thank you all for coming out and showing your support. Master Scott has been on the front lines addressing women violence for over 20 years. His book is packed with useful information to help keep women one step ahead of the Predator. If you didn't get a chance to come by the book signing, be sure to pickup your copy at one of our locations. Hurry, special gift with each purchase. Only for a limited time!

Women's Personal Safety Seminar was a success! Thanks to Master Samuel Scott, Master Hersh Sandhoo, and the EPS Team! The seminar was empowering to women of all ages. Participants learned firsthand what an attacker looks for in a target, how to avoid the victim profile and escape the most common attacks used by predators and much more! Learn more about this exciting network and join our free online women's personal safety community to stay up-to-date with the latest scams, safety articles, alerts, videos, news, resources and more at www.theWPSN.com.

Full Circle will be hosting a Holiday Sleepover!- Fri. Dec. 18-Sat. Dec. 19 , 7:30pm-9am-Sign your child up for the most exciting event of the year! Your child will enjoy a fun-filled night of games, relay races, and so much more with the staff and their friends. Limited spaces! Sign up today!

A special thank you to everyone who help feed the homeless during the Thanksgiving Holiday! With your help we help feed 593 people!

Over 40 participants have started on the path of superior health and longevity. They have submerged themselves into the ancient art of Chi Kung...breath training. In this 2 part seminar, they learned:

- How to slow their breathing pattern, reducing the workload of their vital organs

- Ancient Chi Kung sets dating back thousand of years (these sets are currently used in hospitals and clinics in China)

- Chi massage to stimulate energy for healing of joint and back pain as well as skin therapy

- Our Black Belts were taught special Wai Dan sets to develop internal strength as well as a breathing discipline called "Warrior Breath"

Be sure to stay tuned for Master Scott's official launch of his "Breath of life" program. This program will turn back the biological clock, help you burn unwanted fat, drastically reduce your stress level and improve your overall health and vitality. Recently on Oprah, Dr. Oz said "The number one cause of aging is stress...the best way to reduce the effects of stress is thru meditation and chi kung". Soon, the entire country will be doing Chi kung...don't wait for the masses...BE FIRST!

Congratulations to our students from our satellite school at Woodstream Christian Academy, for their recent belt promotion. Not only did they perform their physical techniques well, their focus and concentration was superior and commendable. A Special thank you to Guro Johanna for directing this program and helping develop leaders outside the walls of Full Circle. We'd also like to thank Guro Brian and Claudette for assisting with this program and helping reinforce our leader building concept. This program currently has 40 plus students in it and continues to grow with every session. We are honored to be a part of the Woodstream Christian Academy and would like to thank them for allowing us to be a part of their awesome "Life Skills" program. A special thank you to Mr. Holmes for making this opportunity a reality.

Congratulations to our recent graduates who completed an intense certification course for our Women's Personal Safety Program.

They will be conducting women self defense seminars and workshops throughout the Washington Metropolitan area. Not only that, they are the only certified instructors authorized to teach at our "National and International Women Personal Safety Network" events." For more info about this International network go to www.thewpsn.com.

Over 30 participants came out to explore the wonders of Chi Kung...Breath Training. They enjoyed a powerful and enlightening lecture by Master Scott, followed by a video clip of Dr. Oz explaining the leading cause of aging...STRESS! They also learned:

Our Blackbelts were taught the ancient "Ba Duan Gin" Eight pieces of Brocade" by Master Powell. They were also introduced to some amazing energy work by Master Powell!

We are happy to announce that ALL of the participants have decided to make Chi Kung and meditation a major part of their wellness program.

Part two will be scheduled in November. If you missed the first one...you surely don't want to miss this one! Register early...space limited to 32 participants.

Master Samuel Scott and Master Hersh Sandhoo launched the “Women's Personal Safety Network" on W*USA9!

The now "international" Women's Personal Safety Network has officially launched. Women from as far away as Brazil have joined this movementto help bring an end to violence against women. If you haven't done so already, make sure you sign up for this free resource and be counted in the number, as we continue to reach out and empower millions of women throughout the world.

Go to www.thewpsn.com, sign up and then forward to ALL of your friends and family.

Congratulations to our tests candidates. What an awesome display of talent! With every belt, you're one step closer to your ultimate goal....BLACK BELT! Congratulations to our Street Combat students, who put on an awesome display of talent and grace. We are confident in knowing that with every belt test, your level of confidence and the ability to protect yourself and your loved ones becomes more evident.

Our campers had the time of their life making new friends, playing with each other and enjoying over 18 field trips together! At the end of the camp, they put on an awesome display for their parents and family members, to include: physical fitness, martial arts, a School Safe / Street Safe demo, Spanish and sign language. Some of the parents were shocked to see their child perform with confidence and grace!

Our campers were also given awards for participating in a host of healthy competitions, to include: flag football, basketball, checkers & chess, math, spelling bees and more. In the end, no one wanted to leave; tears flowed as they hugged their new friends and said their goodbyes.

Special congratulations to our ACADEMIC ACHIEVERS for meeting Master Scott's challenge.

Master Scott, who has stressed academic excellence for 17+ years, kept his promise by rewarding 4 students who received STRAIGHT A’s all 4 quarters. They are all proud owners of brand new 21 speed bikes!!!!!!!! They are: Vasche Benjamin, Kamaria Davis, Kendall Bey, and Breannah Keys.

Let this be a testimony to all of our students that through belief in self, commitment, determination and extremely hard work, all things are possible!!!

Master Scott, a 20-year advocate for women’s safety, has just completed his long awaited book, "Women's Personal Safety 101".

This simple to read book is packed with information, to include; "How the Predator chooses his victims; domestic violence; vehicle, car and shopping safety; and much more. There's also an entire section with instructions on his simple, yet highly effective stun and escape techniques.

Be on the lookout for the book signing date in October! The book will be on sale for $15.95 (Reg. price $19.95.)

Master Scott and Master Hersh Sandhoo have launched the long awaited, international "Women's Personal Safety Network".

This free, resource packed membership site is designed to empower women throughout the world and help keep them one step ahead of the predator.

The network includes: articles, video training, dozens of resources, personal safety email alerts, hands-on training retreats, and more. Hear and learn from women from around the world who are survivors of domestic violence and other violent attacks.

If you have a teenage daughter, be sure to sign her up so we can help you educate her about the recent surge in dating violence and assaults on college campuses. The statistics are scary!

Join now...it literally takes 30 seconds. Go to www.thewpsn.com. Click on free membership and join. Then click on the invite button and share it with ALL of your friends, family and co-workers.

This is a movement to help put an end to violence against women and we will not stop until we've made a major impact in this war!

On Tuesday, August 25th, Master Scott and his team conducted a "Compliance & Control" workshop for Prince George’s County Department of Corrections’ finest.

Twenty-nine members participated in a 2-hour training session that focused on "non-striking" control techniques. A former 15-year veteran of the Dept. of Corrections, Master Scott took a personal interest in teaching them key principles and tactics that are conducive to the Correctional environment. He closed with a "real world" lecture about the importance of having a professional image, strong character and a keen sense of awareness.

The training was well received by the Correctional candidates and their awesome training staff. Master Scott would like to thank his comrades, Corporal Ellis, Corporal Lewis and the other training staff members for allowing him to give back to the team and to help keep the new officers safe and out of court.

A special thank you to my training team: Guro Brian, Guro Johanna and up-and-coming disciple, Mike Jobson. They put on an awesome display of skill and professionalism.

Congratulations to the Street Combat Candidates who have been promoted to the next level on April 25, 2009!

Keisha Brown, Kevin Henderson, Jacqueline Cannon, , Pam Solomon, Phillip Burrill, Michael Blair, Michael Burleson, Tyrone Davis, Kwaw Wood, Sam Smart, Lakeia Holder, Michael Jobson, Sensei John Butler, Ed Rhodes

We'd like to recognize some of our mentorees' from Arrowhead Elementary School for keeping their promise of making the Honor Roll this quarter. We are truly proud of them for accepting the challenge to become "leaders" and working to the best of their ability to make it happen.

(from L to R) Guro Carey Gormes, Guro Rhonda Ferrell, Guro Bobby Perry, Guro Valencia Robinson, Guro Charles Brown

Thanks to the Street Combat students who participated in Ama Guro Raffy Pambuan's seminar held in Orlando, Florida! It was a huge success!

Congratulations to Guro Brian Williams and Guro Johanna Williams on there promotion to Blackbelt!

On Monday, October 13, the Prince George's County public school system hosted "Men Make A Difference Day." Master Scott, Brian Williams, and Sensei Gunny Toppin stepped up to the plate and spent the day visiting students at the many elementary schools that Full Circle services. Many students were surprised, yet pleased, to receive a visit from these positive male role models as they spent time in their classrooms and visited many during lunch.

"It was disappointing to see only a few dads present at the schools ... we still don't get it," states Master Scott.

As Master Scott also states, "as a community school, Full Circle's program reaches far beyond the physical aspect of martial arts. We teach life skills that will carry over into other areas of their lives ... then we challenge them to greatness."

Master Samuel Scott and the Full Circle Team was featured on Channel 9 News with Jennifer Ryan on Sunday, October 5, 2008. Master Scott spoke of awareness and possible rape prevention techniques.

Congratulations to Master Scott, Master Powell, Master Evan Pantazi, and Major Beitia who all received the Pioneer of The Year Award, and to Master Scott and Master Powell who received Entrepreneur of The Year Award on September 13, 2008!

Congratulations to our 2008 Blackbelts! These candidates performed well on their test, and we welcome them our elite group of Blackbelts!

Full Circle's cable show, "Self-Defense Forum," received 2nd Place at the 13th Annual C.A.M. (Community Access Magic) Awards & Presentation held by CTV-76 (Prince George's County) cable on July 31, 2008! Congratulations to the following team members:

On Wednesday, June 18, Master Powell and Master Scott participated in a special presentation of China's History at the National Geographic Institute. The event was titled Voyages of Zheng He, in which representatives for the U.S. were Grand Master Willie Lin, Grand Master Dennis Brown, Master Ervin, and a 31st Generation Shaolin Monk, Master Shi De Chao (who currently resides at the Shaolin Temple).

"Special thanks" to Bernard Wood, long time student and friend of Master Scott, for helping to make this event possible!

Airiq Harley, Michael Rich, Dereq Player, Kaylin Edmonds, Vasche Benjamin, Ahmed Mclendon

Our 2007-08 After-school Junior Leadership Team's final project involved preparing a written speech on how to make the world a better place. Once the speech was approved, they had to dress-up and read the speech before an audience, in which each member did an excellent job! We know these youth are headed toward a successful future!

Congratulations to Master Burris' students of the Chinese Martial Arts Institute (Fairfax, va) for recently receiving their Blackbelts!

Full Circle lead the way in Prince George's County with celebrating World T'ai Chi Day on April 26, 2008, at Allen Pond, in Bowie, MD. This day was designated as a universal day to create a wave of positive energy to be experienced around the world!

Master Scott is live on the internet-based Trenell McCaulley Show! The Trenell McCaulley Show comes on every Wednesday, 2p-4p, at www.im4radiodc.com -- be sure to listen for her! (2008)

Master Scott welcoming his friends to the neighborhood. Husband and wife
team has opened one of the best food places in town ... Quisnos!

Please be sure to stop by and enjoy a fresh sandwich or salad on your way out from the school. They're located directly across the street in the Giant shopping center near our Glenn Dale location. (2008)

Full Circle is hosting a 6-week Introductory Kung Fu program for the students of Woodstream Church.

Master Scott conducts special training session for members of the Hombu Dojo in Panama.

Front row from left: Sensei Alexis Vega, Sensei David Lee, Sensei Ernesto Toppins, Sensei Omar Perez, Sensei Oriel Mosquera

Standing from left: Sensei Pedro Hernandez, Sensei Deyanira Chambers, Master Scott, Shihan Ricardo Reynolds, Sensei Raul Gray, Sensei Andres Mendieta

Not Pictured: Renshi Charles Porter, Shihan Enrique Kelly, Shihan Percival Jordan, Sensei Alberto Murillo

Congratulations to all of our new Blackbelts and to the Upper Degrees that received another stripe! The test was phenomenal!! (2007)

2nd Degrees: Shifu Kim Dominguez, Shifu Nia Mitchell, and Shifu Teddy Michalek

1st Degrees: Allen Pegram, Alun Walpole, Keith Whitson, Donte Player, Khiry Burch, James Gregory, Caitlin Moore, Jasmine Burgess, Lawrence Garrett, Kevin Mack, Cameron Moore, Brianna Burgess, Jessica Smith, Jasee Freeman, Edgar Reese, Timothy Houff, and Jasmine Goode.

Our Annual School Cook-out was, again, a huge success! We had lots of food, lots of fun, lots of activities, and lots of people attend this exciting event! If you didn't make it this year, we hope to see you next year! (2007)

Master Scott has completed his Women's Self-defense and Relaxation DVDS! Both will be released on September 27 -- be sure to call (or stop by) and purchase your copies!

Master Scott and Shifu Teddy enjoyed a wonderful trip to China in late June (2006) of this year. Here a a few pictures from that trip:

Congratulations to Master Powell who was inducated as Master Instructor of the Year! (2006)

Congratulations to the Super Kids After School students who tested on May 13, 2006!