Sensei Charles Macolino
Q. Before starting your Martial Arts
Career, what were your other
hobbies?
A. Body Building, I competed in "
"Mr. Tri-state", "Mr. World's Fair"
and "Mr. Usa".
Q. What is your name?
A. Charles Macolino
Q. How long have you been
training for?
A. 30 Years
Q Did you train in another
style, and for how long?
A. American Kempo for 3 years.
Also 7 years in KenkuJjuhu,
which i was awarded 2nd
degree Black Belt. I also
trained in Bo and Sai
Q. Did you compete?
A. Yes. For 10 years
Q. Why do you think Karate is
important for us in this modern society?
A As you get older, it helps you stay
both physically, mentally fit and keep
abreast with the changing ideas of
adolescence.
Q. What is the best perk about being a
part of the Dojo?
A. Being able to teach someone at a
young age and watch them grow to
their adulthood. I get gratification out
of seeing their concentration applied to
both areas of their lives inside and
outside of the Dojo.
Q. What is the hardest part about
going through the ranks?
A. "The Pre-grading Jitters"