My first training in Martial Arts started 1988 in Omagh, Co Tyrone Ireland. I first studied a Japanese style Wado Ryu under instruction from Mr. Hughes. I trained there for about two years before moving to London where I continued training at a number of schools, studying different Japanese styles. During this time that I was introduced to the Korean style of Martial Arts, Tang Soo Do. I joined the East London school under the instructions of Master Mackay in 1991. I continued training there until 1993 when I left to travel to the U.S.A. In 1994 Master Mackay came to visit California and I was introduced to Master Bell at his school the First Tang Soo Do of Fremont. In April of 1996 I decided to join the First Tang Soo Do of Fremont and since then I have been an active student under the instruction and guidance of Master Bell. I now hold the rank of Master Sah Dan (4th Dan) after testing in January of 2010. Martial Arts is an integral part of my life, maintaining a conditioned Mind, Body and Spirit the true essence of the art..

For over thirty years, Master James Reid has been studying energy, movement, and martial arts of Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Indian origin. Incorporating daily practice of these disciplines enhances their overall benefit. The arts have become an integral part of his life in understanding and maintaining a conditioned mind, body and spirit, creating balance - the true essence of the arts.

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