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Iran Article Final for Iran-Opti.Pdf 1 ACCREDITED COACHING AND TECHNICAL COURSE IN IRAN 2 Soke Saito & Robert Senpai Travel to Iran (March 2014) Monday 3/3/2014 Del Saito Soke and Robert Burstein Senpai, departed from Medford airport to begin their long journey to Esfahan, Iran. A bit apprehensive due to all the negative propaganda, passport and approved visa in hand, the two set out to meet their Middle East Karate brothers and sisters. After waiting for four hours in Seattle, they boarded an Emirates 777, and was greeted by gorgeous flight attendants. The fourteen hour thirty minute flight to Dubai was fairly comfortable with a bit of leg room (aisle seat) and friendly travel companions to converse with. After landing safely and an easy processing through Customs, Soke and Robert marveled at the modern architecture of this United Arab Emirates facility. A five hour layover was slowly testing the stamina of the already weary travelers, but they managed to keep their senses to board their next two hour flight to Tehran Komeini Airport. As part of the airline's standard training, flight atten- dants are required to undergo beauty and etiquette training. Tuesday 3/4/2014 Arrival to Tehran was slightly less than pleasant for Robert Senpai. The airport police wanted to get his finger prints so he was escorted into a back room. This is generally not required from the visitors, how- ever, it seems to be a tit for tat gesture for American visitors. Soke himself was exempt as he was de- clared as the guest of the government. After clearing the immigration process, they were greeted by Amir Mahdavi Shihan, the TKFI Director of Iran and the Middle East, and presented beautiful flower bouquets, and of course the customary kiss on the cheek. After a much needed sleep at the Ferdossi Grand Hotel in Iran, although a very short one at that, Soke, Amir Shihan and Robert Senpai enjoyed a typical Iranian breakfast consisting of eggs, non-pork sausage, vegetables, cheese, bread, hot beans, juice, chai and coffee. 3 Wednesday 3/5/2014 Tehran, also known as the city of hospitality has about 15 million people. Soke and Robert are quick to notice that Iranians drive like maniacs and although initially shaken up a bit, they marvel at the technical skills of each driver; and there are no signs of road rage. There is also no ryme or reason to traffic sig- nals, lanes or pedestrian crossings. Motorcycles are like weeds on the street as operators weave in and out of traffic and even at times they drive on the sidewalks and go the wrong way. The horn blown is like saying, “Watch out, here I come!”. And if you’re crossing the street, don’t expect cars to yield as they do in the U.S. Perfect timing is a must and at times cars miss you by inches. At first, the two travelers were nervously following Amir Shihan’s lead, but after a few times, learned to laugh while crossing to the other side. Soke is quick to note that one of the requirements for the black belt will now include driving on a busy street in Tehran for 30 minutes. The first order of events for the day was to meet the National Iranian Karate Federation officials in Kesh- vari stadium. Soke and his assistant were warmly welcomed by Mr. Alireza Samandar, the head of Na- tional Iranian Karate Federation, Shihan Ashoori, the executive director of the federation, and Mr. Sadr, the international public relations manager of the federa- tion. The guests presented the hosts with some gifts and after cordial exchanges, points about progress of Karate Do in Iran and the desire to reach the level for Olympic competitions was discussed. The offi- cials were very pleased to see Soke in Iran willing to Traffic is horrendous especially during Norwuz, the extend the knowledge and skill of Iranian instructors New Year holiday period. Hundreds of lives are lost on his style of Karate. Everyone was extremely im- during the two weeks’ holiday. (March 20 to early April) pressed with Soke's biography and achievements which Mr. Amir Mahdavi had already printed and distributed amongst the group. The executives of the federation promised to do their best in advancing Soke’s Shito-ryu style of Karate in Iran and assist Mr. Amir Mahdavi, Soke's representative in Iran. Establishing and making forward progress in the whole region, under the ultimate supervision of Soke, would be one of their goals. Article published in the Islamic Republic of Iran National Karate Federation on the clinics taught and supervised by Del Saito Soke. 4 TKFI gifts for our dedicated Iranian Karate leaders. L-R Mr. Ashoori, President Samandar, Saito Soke, Robert Senpai and Amir Mahdavi Shihan. Soke was invited to attend the internal Karate tournament and team selection for all karate styles and age groups scheduled to take place in Shiraz. However, the tight itinerary of Soke's travel and limitations on flight tickets and schedules did not allow planning for that event. At the end of the session Soke presented Mr. Samandar and Mr. Ashoori with the insignia of the Tradi- tional Karate-do Federation International and souvenir gifts to commemorate the occasion. The photos about the session and a descriptive of article of the event was published in the related web sites of Karate federation and the Society of Shito-ryu Hanko-ryu Karate Do of Iran, as well as announce- ments in the national broadcasting media. The guests then visited the Maydan Azadi and its museums near the Mehrabad Airport. Once informed of the arrival of the guests, the museum officials provided expert guides and called in a photographer to document the visit. After the visit to Maydan Azadi (translates to Freedom Square) the guests were invited to a traditional restaurant near Ferdossi Square in Tehran. Lunch consisted of tasty lamb kabob with rice with saffron, fresh vegetables, chai and a flat bread (naan), which is baked over a bed of small hot stones. Freedom Square Tower. Spectacular Bird’s eye view of Tehran. Friendly and informative Mu- seum officials. 5 The guests were then introduced to Ostad Ali Babri, one of the founding members of Jujitsu in Iran, and Mr. Shikh, an official associated with the house of representatives in Iran. The group discussed some points on the history of the host country and the unfortunate negative views of many towards Iran due to lack of interaction and misunderstandings. Mr. Babri hoped that the guests will have a pleasant stay and feel the hospitality of the hosts to establish their own views outside the media representation of the country. Mr. Ostad Ali Babri and Mr. Shikh shares lunch with Soke, Mr. Amir and Mr. Burstein. Soke, Amir Shihan and Robert Senpai then flew to Isfahan and were welcomed by Mr. Mahdavi's family and many of the dignitaries and trainers of Karate groups in Isfahan. Soke and Robert are welcomed with flowers and Iranian Pleasant greeting from Amir Shihan and his family. hospitality. After a short relaxation period, the guests received Mr. Ali Davaiha (the president of Karate Group of the Province of Isfahan) and Ostad Reza Roohi (the executive manager of the provincial Karate Group). The guests were then invited to have dinner before returning to the Ali Quapu Hotel to retire for the evening. 6 Left to right: Ostad Talebi, Dr. Batvani, Shihan Mahdavi, Mr. Davaiha, Soke Saito, Mr. Burstein and Ostad Roohi. Thursday 3/6/2014 Training session for Men started at 9 AM. The style, skill, techniques, and especially the attitude of Soke was admired by all the students as well as on lookers who stated that they had not seen such a useful and engaging session from any of the visitors they have had before. Everyone was most impressed by the humble attitude of such a well known expert of this special art. Even during the rest period instructors and student could not leave Soke Saito alone and constantly tried to benefit from every minute of his presence. It is also a hospitality gesture not to leave the guests alone in order to make them feel welcomed and appreciated. 7 The second session lasted till 2 PM and the group benefited from Soke's teaching of principles, men- torship and demonstrations of techniques. The afternoon was spent on site seeing and visiting the bazaar. It is busy, it is crowded and it is real. You can find goods for unbelievable low prices as well as high end items such as gold jewelry and ex- pensive rugs - and you can bargain. The bazaar is a city in the city, it is huge and has its own areas for different kinds of goods and numerous restaurants. The sound of metal clanging is the work of many craftsman holding on to the traditional metal work called “Ghalamzani”. This form of art is where sheets of copper or silver are shaped into objects such a vase or plates. The object is then painted upon using pre-designed perforated templates. Then the master Ghalam Zan uses tiny chisel and hammer to dent the object and create a 3D design on the painting. This is later on cured to gain shades of gray highlights. Soke took part in a few hammer strokes to experience the art. The bazaar still forms the commercial heart of Isfahan. Amir Shihan bargains with the owner to get the best deal. The Bazaar of Isfahan is one of the oldest and largest bazaars in the Middle East dating back to the 17th century.
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