Broward College Kenpo Club / American Buddhist Sangha

YMAA 5-Year Training Program , martial arts philosophies, culture, and history

2011-11-26T08:53:00.000-08:00

YMAA Martial Arts training 5-Year Training Program is an intensive, comprehensive training program thoroughly and extensively covering Chinese martial arts, martial philosophies, culture, and history.
Conditioning and foundational work will make up the first 6 months of training. Afterwards, there will be a stronger focus on techniques, forms, applications, and skills training. Guest instructors will be invited for lessons in media production, business, and accounting.
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2010-11-16T08:01:00.001-08:00

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Broward College Kenpo Karate Club Officer Elections

2010-09-10T13:24:00.000-07:00

Are you interested in becoming a Broward College Kenpo Karate Club Officer?
Elections will be held on September 29, 2010 at 7:30 pm

The BC Kenpo Club is dedicated to preserving and promoting the ideals, practices, and spirit of the Art of BC Kenpo: courtesy, integrity, humility, and self-control by providing the practitioner/student with a safe training environment. We are here to assist the practitioner/student in reaching their BC Kenpo Club goals: understanding dojo etiquette/ curriculum, developing and improving skills, and to create an encouraging atmosphere for the development of the BC Kenpo Club. BC Kenpo assisting and inspiring students to understand martial arts/Sing Beng values, moral, and techniques- shaping them into model individuals for the world. And remember to execute your duties with absolute integrity of mind, spirit and body.

President:
1. Provide and execute vision for future growth of the club
2. Motivate officers and member
3. General meeting duties
4. Open meeting site and direct set up in preparation for general meeting
5. Introduce new members and/or visitors
6. Officiate club meetings
7. Introduce new or old business to membership
8. Ensure announcement of results for Student Life, Student Government Meetings,
BC events
9. Review Dojo etiquette and dojo duties with all members
10. Close and secure meeting/class site, return to as-found condition
11. Obtain and announce location of meeting each month
12. Provide preliminary agenda of topics
13. Maintain contact with Club Advisor, club officers, and club members
14. Oversee special interest groups as needed
15. Act as ambassador to other clubs
16. Provide president's message to publication director in a timely fashion
17. Represent one's in a humble manner in dealings with outside entities and
club members
18. Groom potential candidates for future presidential duties
19. Ascertain general membership’s interests
20. Determine best usage of available program budget to maximize general
membership interest and to bring in potential new club members
21. Provide input at annual budgetary meeting for upcoming expenditures
22. Research available avenues for future success of BC Kenpo within
the art of BC kenpo program
23. Make initial contact with potential students
24. Make arrangements for club activities: matt cleaning, seminar, class
25. Provide biographical and program-specific information to publication
director and publicity director
26. Make or assist in making travel arrangements and accommodations with
Club Advisor,and committee members
27. Attend 90% of scheduled BC Kenpo class.
28. Assist Vice President and officers/members producing club news letter,
website, Handle general club correspondence.

Vice President:
Duties of the Vice President The Vice President shall assume the duties of the President in his absence and shall assist in the duties of the President at his direction.

1. Encourage members to attend Club events/class, Student Life Events,
Student Government events
2. Ensure club has ongoing membership building program.
3. Make sure other officers know and perform their duties.
4. Ensure each meeting starts and ends on time.
5. Arrange for a replacement in your absence.
6. Appoint committees to help out on projects and programs.
7. Encourage all officers to attend Club meetings, BC events, and
Student Government Meetings
8. Be responsible for general operation and supervision of club.
9. Prepare a successor for office
10. Help create and promote club web site
11. Attend 90% of scheduled BC Kenpo class.
12. Represent him /herself in a humble manner in dealings with outside entities
and club members
13. Act as ambassador to other clubs14. Review Dojo etiquette and dojo duties
with all members
15. Close and secure meeting/class site, return to as-found condition
16. Assist President and officer/members producing club news letter, website,
Handle general club correspondence.

Secretary/ Publications Director:
Duties of the Secretary. The Secretary shall keep a record of all minutes of the Kenpo club’s regular/business meetings and shall publish the minutes in the Kenpo Clube-mail/ newsletter.
1. Promote club to local media, with the assistance of the club officers
2. Produce and distribute club monthly newsletter
3. Promote membership programs
4. Publicize upcoming club events: contests, theme meetings, etc.
5. Help create and promote club web site.
6. Appoint a committee to help out, above duties
7. Contact other clubs for joint meetings, idea exchanges, etc.
8. Attend club meetings, BC events, Student Government meetings.
9. Attend 90% of scheduled BC Kenpo class.
10. Maintain accurate club roster.
12. Handle general club correspondence.
13. Take meeting minutes and distribute to club members.
14. Arrange for replacement if unable to attend meetings.
15. Ensure meeting starts and ends on time.
16. Attend BC events , Student Government meetings.
17. Keep club files, including, contact and attendance records.
18. Prepare a successor for office
19. With the assistance of the club officers/members: collect, edit, and
publish all official report , articles, and other content in the month
newsletter. To be e-mailed to all members.

Treasurer:
Duties of the Treasurer The Treasurer shall keep a record of all financial transactions in a manner approved by the by the Club Advisor;
1. submit a report to be published in the newsletter/e-mail and approved
at each general meeting.
2. responsible for the collection of all monies due to BC Kenpo ;
shall notify members when dues are delinquent;
shall keep a record of all requests and authorizations for payment.
3. make payments from the general treasury upon authorization of the Club Advisor.
4. keep charge of the BC Kenpo bank account; shall give a complete financial
report annually.
5. Checks shall be written by the and signed by Club Advisor.
6. notify the membership chairman of dues received .
7. be responsible for preparing the annual operating budget to be
presented to the BC Kenpo Club Advisor and Officers.

Webmaster
It has fallen to your Editor/webmaster to also be responsible for maintaining the club’s web site: http://www.bcckenpo.com. In this capacity, the Editor/webmaster is expected to post information relevant to the membership in a timely manner, including monthly meeting /program information, as well as biographical and other items about the current officers/members. It is also the duty of the webmaster to keep BC Kenpo event information current, both on its own website as well as on other community or regional websites, and to reciprocate with clubs willing to share such information across the internet.

The Webmaster/Editor main job is to promote the club to the general public. They are in charge of writing and putting forward all club event announcements, interfacing with other related clubs/groups to promote club events, and spreading word of the club and its activities to the media, both locally and out of area, as needed. The Webmaster/Editor will work with the Club Advisor, Officers and members as needed in order to do this.

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2009-12-10T11:42:00.000-08:00

Please note: We would appreciate your involvement, and it is truly and effortless way to support a charity.

What if 'American Buddhist Sangha' (Davie FL) earned a donation every time you searched the Internet?

Or how about if a percentage of every purchase you made online went to support our cause? Well, now it can! http://www.goodsearch.com/toolbar/american-buddhist-sangha

And if you download the GoodSearch – American Buddhist Sangha(Davie FL) toolbar, our cause will earn money every time you shop and search online - even if you forget to go to GoodShop or GoodSearch first! Add the American Buddhist Sangha(Davie FL) toolbar at http://www.goodsearch.com/toolbar/american-buddhist-sangha

GoodSearch.com is a new Yahoo-powered search engine that donates half its advertising revenue, about a penny per search, to the charities its users designate.
Use it just as you would any search engine, get quality search results from Yahoo, and watch the donations add up!

GoodShop.com is a new online shopping mall which donates up to 30 percent of each purchase to your favorite cause! Hundreds of great stores including Amazon, Target, Gap, Best Buy, ebay, Macy's and Barnes & Noble have teamed up with GoodShop and every time you place an order, you'll be supporting your favorite cause.

If you would preffer not to download the toolbar, no problem,merely place the above html code in your tool bar, depress the search button and place the http://www.goodsearch.com/toolbar/american-buddhist-sangha page as a short cut on your desk top. And please remember to use it for every search you make on the internet.
To search the internet , depress the 'goodsearch button on the left side of the page.

I would like to personally thank, Malaz an English teacher from Beijing China.
Thank you, Malaz for taking the time to send me an e-mail concerning the ‘GoodSearch’ network. This was very kind of you, and I wish you an excellent day.
Michael Nolan

Fall Term 2009 : Open Registration

2009-08-27T10:04:00.000-07:00

So stop on by and say ‘Hello’ to the greatest experience of your life.

The Broward College Kenpo Club is like no other martial arts class you have ever attended.
We are committed to making your experience a safe, and exciting adventure.Words such as Sincerity, Courtesy, Respect, and Faire Play are beyond just customary reflections. This is our commitment to you. This means rediscovering the traditional philosophy of the buddha within the 'Spirit of Budo arts', and manifesting that spirit within ourselves, our members, and our martial arts activities.

The purpose of our club is not only to promote the understanding of martial arts in a safe environment but to also enhance ones body, spirit, and life which are portrayed through daily life choices, academic achievements, social life, and honing values such as determination, emotional balance, and discipline. We are a group of dedicated martial artist with a common vision: committed to peace, education, non-violent conflict resolution, kindness, personal empowerment, and community activism.

Broward College Kenpo: We exist to provide individuals with a process for living a happier life. We encourage one’s personal and social wellbeing/spiritual growth by focusing on their present lives. For your thoughts/actions of today will indeed influence your future experiences. Even as you read his note, you are living a past encounter that lead you here, thus recreating this spiritual event. The ultimate objective in our teachings beyond personal safety is the attainment of Present Moment Clarification, Spiritual Enlightenment, and/or Buddha-hood.

Present Moment Clarification refers to the open mind that is aware and constantly learning about itself. Spiritual Enlightenment / Buddha-hood is the complete development of the enlightened mind. Buddha-hood is a mental state that is the most beneficial that a human being can have to live a happy and worthwhile life.

2009-04-22T08:03:00.000-07:00

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We strive to make it easy for them to do so, by providing products that help them consume less, preserve natural resources, and help others.
We believe in the power of education.
We strive to educate ourselves and our customers about the environment and the effect our actions have upon it.
Finally, we believe in people's desire and ability to improve the lives of their fellow beings.
We help raise funds to assist non-profit agencies who make life better for people, animals, and the environment.
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September 2008 Programs / Events

2008-09-03T13:24:00.000-07:00

17 Wed Focus On the American Constitution 11 am- 2pm Bldg 19, Patio
18 Thur The Limits of Power 11 am-12:30 FAU Auditorium
19 Fri Frighday Night social 7pm-11pm Tiger Tail Lake

20 Sat Ropes Open Challenge noon – 4pm Tiger Tail Lake
24 Wed The power of Peace 9:30am-11am Bailey Hall
26 Fri Advisor Luncheon

27 Fri Laughapalooza Comedy Show 8pm- 11pm Bailey Hall
28 Sun Mat Cleaning and Slip –n- Slide 9am- 2pm Pavilion
29 Mon Kenpo Club Officer Elections 6pm-8pm Pavilion

Broward College Kenpo Club Officers Duties

2008-08-05T09:26:00.000-07:00

The BC Kenpo Club is dedicated to preserving and promoting the ideals, practices, and spirit of the Art of BC Kenpo: courtesy, integrity, humility, and self-control by providing the practitioner/student with a safe training environment. We are here to assist the practitioner/student in reaching their BC Kenpo Club goals: understanding dojo etiquette/ curriculum, developing and improving skills, and to create an encouraging atmosphere for the development of the BC Kenpo Club. BC Kenpo assisting and inspiring students to understand martial arts/Sing Beng values, moral, and techniques- shaping them into model individuals for the world. And remember to execute your duties with absolute integrity of mind, spirit and body.

President:
1. Provide and execute vision for future growth of the club
2. Motivate officers and member
3. General meeting duties
4. Open meeting site and direct set up in preparation for general meeting
5. Introduce new members and/or visitors
6. Officiate club meetings
7. Introduce new or old business to membership
8. Ensure announcement of results for Student Life, Student Government Meetings, BC events
9. Review Dojo etiquette and dojo duties with all members
10. Close and secure meeting/class site, return to as-found condition
11. Obtain and announce location of meeting each month
12. Provide preliminary agenda of topics
13. Maintain contact with Club Advisor, club officers, and club members
14. Oversee special interest groups as needed
15. Act as ambassador to other clubs
16. Provide president's message to publication director in a timely fashion
17. Represent one's in a humble manner in dealings with outside entities and club members
18. Groom potential candidates for future presidential duties
19. Ascertain general membership’s interests
20. Determine best usage of available program budget to maximize general membership interest and to bring in
potential new club members
21. Provide input at annual budgetary meeting for upcoming expenditures
22. Research available avenues for future success of BC Kenpo within the art of BC kenpo program
23. Make initial contact with potential students
24. Make arrangements for club activities: matt cleaning, seminar, class
25. Provide biographical and program-specific information to publication director and publicity director
26. Make or assist in making travel arrangements and accommodations with Club Advisor,and committee members
27. Attend 90% of scheduled BC Kenpo class.
28. Assist Vice President and officers/members producing club news letter, website, Handle general club
correspondence.

Vice President:
Duties of the Vice President The Vice President shall assume the duties of the President in his absence and shall assist in the duties of the President at his direction.

1.Encourage members to attend Club events/class, Student Life Events, Student Government events
2. Ensure club has ongoing membership building program.
3. Make sure other officers know and perform their duties.
4. Ensure each meeting starts and ends on time.
5. Arrange for a replacement in your absence.
6. Appoint committees to help out on projects and programs.
7. Encourage all officers to attend Club meetings, BC events, and Student Government Meetings
8. Be responsible for general operation and supervision of club.
9. Prepare a successor for office
10. Help create and promote club web site

11. Attend 90% of scheduled BC Kenpo class.
12. Represent him /herself in a humble manner in dealings with outside entities and club members
13. Act as ambassador to other clubs14. Review Dojo etiquette and dojo duties with all members
15. Close and secure meeting/class site, return to as-found condition
16. Assist President and officer/members producing club news letter, website, Handle general club correspondence.

Secretary/ Publications Director:
Duties of the Secretary. The Secretary shall keep a record of all minutes of the Kenpo club’s regular/business meetings and shall publish the minutes in the Kenpo Clube-mail/ newsletter.
1. Promote club to local media, with the assistance of the club officers
2. Produce and distribute club monthly newsletter
3. Promote membership programs
4. Publicize upcoming club events: contests, theme meetings, etc.
5. Help create and promote club web site.
6. Appoint a committee to help out, above duties
7. Contact other clubs for joint meetings, idea exchanges, etc.
8. Attend club meetings, BC events, Student Government meetings.
9. Attend 90% of scheduled BC Kenpo class.
10. Maintain accurate club roster.
12. Handle general club correspondence.
13. Take meeting minutes and distribute to club members.
14. Arrange for replacement if unable to attend meetings.
15. Ensure meeting starts and ends on time.
16. Attend BC events , Student Government meetings.
17. Keep club files, including, contact and attendance records.
18. Prepare a successor for office
19. With the assistance of the club officers/members: collect, edit, and publish all official report , articles, and other
content in the month newsletter. To be e-mailed to all members.

Treasurer:
Duties of the Treasurer The Treasurer shall keep a record of all financial transactions in a manner approved by the by the Club Advisor;
1. submit a report to be published in the newsletter/e-mail and approved at each general meeting.
2. responsible for the collection of all monies due to BC Kenpo ; shall notify members when dues are delinquent;
shall keep a record of all requests and authorizations for payment.
3. make payments from the general treasury upon authorization of the Club Advisor.
4. keep charge of the BC Kenpo bank account; shall give a complete financial report annually.
5. Checks shall be written by the and signed by Club Advisor.
6. notify the membership chairman of dues received .
7. be responsible for preparing the annual operating budget to be presented to the BC Kenpo Club Advisor and
Officers.

Webmaster
It has fallen to your Editor/webmaster to also be responsible for maintaining the club’s web site: http://www.bcckenpo.com. In this capacity, the Editor/webmaster is expected to post information relevant to the membership in a timely manner, including monthly meeting /program information, as well as biographical and other items about the current officers/members. It is also the duty of the webmaster to keep BC Kenpo event information current, both on its own website as well as on other community or regional websites, and to reciprocate with clubs willing to share such information across the internet.

The Webmaster/Editor main job is to promote the club to the general public. They are in charge of writing and putting forward all club event announcements, interfacing with other related clubs/groups to promote club events, and spreading word of the club and its activities to the media, both locally and out of area, as needed. The Webmaster/Editor will work with the Club Advisor, Officers and members as needed in order to do this.

Welcome to the Broward College Kenpo Club

2008-07-10T09:14:00.000-07:00

Classes officiallybegin August 25th 2008:
Monday: 6-8pm
Tuesday: 6-8pm
Wednesday: 6-8pm
*ARRIVE EARLY. Do not hesitate. We need help putting up the matts and gear.
** Tuesday classes are suspended for summer

Take some time to meet the new Broward College Kenpo Club Officers:

Courtney Santiago - President

Evan Kassof - Vice President

Zach Kimble - Secretary

Aaron Ramirez - Treasurer