Message
from James
S. Bregman
1964 Olympic and 1965 World Medalist
Well,
Judo is indeed alive and well in Claremont and you are all to be
congratulated on this wonderful accomplishment. I sincerely wish each of
you and your club all the success in the world and I am very proud of what
you all have accomplished.
It is not easy rebuilding, but it is very gratifying and worthwhile.
Sometimes at odd moments, I wonder whether the "vision" of a thriving
Judo
community in America is a "hallucination" or an "abstract dream"
born out of
my intense love and appreciation for this martial art.
When I'm at the depths of despair, I look at Claremont where Judo is thriving
and my spirit is again restored and I have the vitality to continue our collective
quest for a real grass roots American Judo program.
Thanks for your encouragement by example.
Peace and Be Well, (-:
Wazashi - Dancer
USJA Founding Life Member and Proud of It!