People have questions about the Distance Learning Program. Many have similar questions, so I’ll post some email exchanges with the permission of the other party. This is one of many:
From: Travis Caton [mailto:traviscaton@live.com]
Sent: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 8:27 AM
To: art@kuntaosilat.com
Subject: Distance Program Info Request
Hello,
I am writing to get info on the distance program. How can I get started and who is it I need to speak with. I am very interested in the KunTao program. I am a police officer here in South Florida and have a background in Kali. I have always wanted to get involved with the KunTao Silat program but there was never a teacher around me to go to. This distance program is my answer for that. Please let me know what to do to get started and I’ll jump right on it. Thanks and God Bless.
Travis Caton
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From: art@kuntaosilat.com
To: traviscaton@live.com
Subject: RE: Distance Program Info Request
Date: Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:05:44 -0700
Good evening Travis,
The best starting point would be www.kuntaosilat.com/gurucourse.htm ~ that should give you the rudiments of the program. A background in Kali will give you a leg up in the handwork aspects of the art and you’ll find similarities in the footwork, although KunTao Silat utilizes those similar patterns in an entirely different way.
Obviously, the next crucial aspect is personal discipline. Any distance learning program is going to require much more of that than having a teacher to provide the motivation. As a police officer in South Florida, I would suspect that you have both the personal discipline and a real-world need for KunTao Silat. I would trust that you would not mis-use or abuse KunTao Silat by harming innocent souls, since you mentioned God. You know He wouldn’t like that.
Sigung put me in charge of the Distance Learning Program, so you got the right guy first try.
Take a look and get back to me with any questions you have.
Peace,
Art Kidwell, Guru Muda
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From: Travis Caton [mailto:traviscaton@live.com]
Sent: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 1:09 AM
To: art@kuntaosilat.com
Subject: RE: Distance Program Info Request
Thank you for the reply. It seems that that part of the sight is down and I cant see it. I tried to access from two different computers and got nothing. Is there another way to get the info? What does it cost to join and can you give me an idea of the finances required to do the distance course? I am so excited about getting on board with you guys. I am passionate about my job as an officer and take it very seriously. I can be intense when I need to be but more importantly is the ability to show mercy and understanding. I have a passion to protect and was a bodyguard before I became a cop. I can definitely put the KunTao Silat to good use (for all the right reasons of course)!
Thanks again and God Bless.
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Art says:
Now, your questions:
It costs $200 to join. That provides you with the 5 DVD guru course and all the actual information you need for your study program. All the other DVDs are then available to you at a 30% discount and the Guru Training set of 13 with Uncle Bill is then available also, but only to registered DLP People.
Thanks for addressing my concerns. KTS works so well that some of those prone to harming their fellowman could take advantage of that power. It sounds like you have the right moral compass and intent. I’ll look forward to getting to know you.
I’ll also endeavor to figure out what’s up with the site. Works fine for me.
Selamat,
Art
That was me a short while back. Let me tell anyone reading this that the quality and quantity of information recieved in the distance course is exhaustive and impressive! It has everything you need to get to the Guru Muda level and will keep you busy for a long time to come. Bring your game face!