WHAT A FEW MEMBERS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT CMS:

What did you learn mentally, physically and spiritually at CMS?
What is unique about Rick Tew's Martial Science?
What is unique about Rick Tew?
Where have you been as a result of CMS or other programs?
What did you experience?
What was tough?
What can future students expect?
What did you like most about your training or program?
Tips you can offer future students?
A brief summary of the program?
Anything else would you like to add? 

What did you learn mentally, physically and spiritually at CMS?

Marco Van Der Weijden - Holland / Netherlands
Through my association with Rick Tew I have learned and adopted a new way of life. I have also gotten into contact with other sources like books and programs on health. mental health, physical health and spiritual health.  From that, combined with the material from Rick Tew himself, I have taken parts and integrated it in my life.

Craig Peterson - Cedar Rapids, Iowa - USA
I have gained more strength, stamina, and creativity physically, mentally, and spiritually. My ability to communicate clearly and with confidence without being overbearing has also advanced my professional life.

Nate Paul - Palm Harbor, Florida - USA
I've learned so much, upon recollection it's unbelievable. I've learned to maximize my memory potential, set and follow through with goals, make the most out of my time, and take calculated risks. I can dive over chairs, flip in the air, climb high, dodge a knife, punch, kick and even do the splits. I've learned to relax, be happy, enjoy nature, and not worry about being afraid.

Cédric Cobban - Sherbrooke, Québec - Canada
Mentally I learned a part of the memory program, how to run an on-line store, learned a lot on the pH Miracle Alkalarian diet (seen it work too). One thing I really liked was learning how to teach/set up a basic class. Physically I learned tons of stuff. I was introduced to martial arts so everything from kicking, grappling, body movements to weapons I learned at CMS. How to Stealth too. Rock climbing was also new to me. Oh and understood how the hip flexors work a lot better.

Kathryn Felice - Los Angeles, California - USA
Mostly, I learned how to fall down like nobody's business. In fact, I have avoided many, many serious injuries because of my training. (What? I tend to fall down a lot.)

Mark Williams - Portsmouth - England
Mentally I have leaned that I can achieve a much higher lever of focus and concentration in my training. Sometimes I found it hard to do this while at home, or I tended not to train for as long, but CMS soon changed that! Physically I've learned the restraints of my body - how and when to push them! Many things are challenging at CMS, but with a good belief in yourself, you can achieve great things! Spiritually I found out a few things about myself I didn't realize until I left CMS; like my outlook on life, also my attitude at work changed and I rekindled a belief in myself that I can do better and WILL.

Ross Kottmyer - Virginia - USA
The biggest lessons, for me, involved fluidity and flexibility in all three areas. I learned methods for letting go of anxiety, loosening up physically, and becoming open spiritually.

Ortwin Cyrus (Junior) - Holland / Netherlands
Mentally: Learned to set Goals, Create a plan of action, Learn from your mistakes and Always keep moving forward. You can do and accomplish more things then you can ever believe. Learn to visualize your goals, simply set your mind to it and take that first step. Physically: The way is in training, repetition is the mother of skill... If you want to master any physical skill you have to take initiative and train hard. Don't procrastinate, because tomorrow will never come. If it's too easy, find a bigger challenge . That is the way you grow. Spiritually : Rewards will come from sharing your knowledge and experiences with others.

Josiah Lewis - Chattanooga, Tennessee - USA
Mentally, I learned how to increase my memory; I learned how to adapt to changes and overcome them by having a good attitude and staying in a positive state of mind. I also learned how to approach obstacles and mental blocks in such a way that I might easily overcome them. Physically, I learned the importance of eating right and keeping your body in a clean and toxin free state. I also learned what my strengths and weaknesses are; and the steps I can take to correct my weaknesses and become a better fighter, and a healthier person. Spiritually, just by watching Rick and how he is at peace with himself and the world around him really sets a good example for how a person should live.

Kris Butler - Canada
Mentally I learned that there are many different ways of thinking, and a strong result of those thoughts are your action and success. Much of what you get out life, and what life is going to offer you, is dependent on how you think. 

Physically I have learned more than I can put into this response. I suppose to sum it up I can do things with my body that I never new I could do. I have surprised and surpassed my own expectations many times over. The best part is that the learning never stops and there is always a new level reach and to kick your butt and make you want more. 

Spiritually I have had the chance to be a part of something much bigger than myself. I have been and continue to be a part of a team of people that are dedicated to human development and to getting more out of their lives and themselves. 

Bas Bausman - Holland / Netherlands
More self reliance (learn to think for yourself and take a risk).

Jabez Parsons - Acton, Maine - USA
Most of my MBS learning took place in 2000-2001 when I began reading articles on the web site. From those articles I have learned mental conditioning and mind-body anchoring techniques that I have been using since. I learned to be in total control of my emotions whether I wanted to be happy or depressed. Many of my spiritual qualities were strengthened during CMS as my mind and body were being conditioned.

Carlos Puente - Durango - Mexico
Self encouragement and confidence, and also learned to train harder and face tough situations; coming together as a whole, as a group with other guys in order to achieve mental, physical and spiritual growth.

Kevin Ogden - Madison, Wisconsin - USA
To deal with anything from thinking you are going to get to rest after class and then Rick says, "were are staying up all night and training all the next day." Physically I learned all different kinds of body movement, weapons - knife attacks and self defense. I spiritually came closer to the outdoors and nature, especially when there are deer 10 feet from your tent and other creatures lurking around camp.

Billy Sanders - Little Rock Arkansas - USA
I've found I can push myself much harder and farther than I previously thought, and my resolve has increased as well.

Craig Heading - Australia
Lots. Mentally I have learned to be more flexible and have a more open mind. Encouraged to read up on business management subjects (e.g. 1 minute manager, Dale Carnegie) and personal motivation. Learnt that the best way to learn is to be self motivated - be a starter. Physically I learned rock climbing, various gymnastics (well, I have a rough idea on how to do them but sometimes my body and brain decide not to talk to each other) and stacks of martial arts movements. Spiritually...... a new way of thinking??? a new way of approaching life????

Shawn Heimbigner - Washington - USA
I learned a vast array of new techniques, that I have some mental blocks I still need to work through, and that I enjoy the outdoors and outdoor adventure.

Jamien Ousey - Santa Barbara, California - USA
I learned some really eye opening things during my stay at CMS. Mentally, I learned how to remember things and to use visualization techniques. Spiritually I learned that motivation has to come from within not from without. Physically I learned how to roll and how to punch correctly. 

Joost Van Munster - Holland / Netherlands
M Take care of yourself. Your training is for you, so if you want to reach a certain goal, work for it and go and reach that goal.

P If you work hard you can make your body do amazing things. E.g. I never jumped higher, kicked higher, did a full flip, before I joined in the martial science training.

Richard Nelson - Galveston, Texas - USA
I've learned more than could probably ever fully be put to words, but to give a short Cliff's Notes version: Mentally, I learned that thru the years I became happy with my station in life, which was the quintessential jolly fat guy. I then learned that I didn't have to always be that guy, and could be what I always wanted to be.

Physically I learned to push myself well beyond my past comfort zones that I used to hide behind. If there is one thing you'll definitely learn at CMS, it's that when you train in the Mountains...the Mountains are going to kick your ass...haha. Growing up at sea level didn't help when we started training hard. But thru persistence, and sheer determination it was overcome. Spiritually, I'm not quite sure.

I can't say that ever in my life have I really been too "Spiritual" about anything. But i guess that is part of how my mind, body, and spirit function. Without ties to any large spiritual body, I am free to base my decisions on what is good for me personally. Not some mysterious whole that I'm detached from. If anything, my training has given me a will to always persevere. It's that feeling of being the rock, able to weather any storm that comes your way, and be stable for eternity. Finally I think I learned how to blend all three to finally work as a team, and help me succeed.

What is unique about Rick Tew's Martial Science?

Mark Williams - Portsmouth - England
The Martial Science is all about Variation, we tend not to say, "this is a martial art" or "this is a punch defense," we say, "this is more of a collaboration of different styles." We are taught "body movement" not "punch defenses." Martial science binds so many useful skills together like grappling, sparring and takedown techniques - but CMS / RTMS is more of a life science; a guide for training, living and eating right! It will affect your every day life. Once you leave here you will never forget the experience.

Josiah Lewis - Chattanooga, Tennessee - USA
The effectiveness. The ease with which a person can learn the techniques and retain that knowledge. With the Martial Science anyone anywhere can learn a very practical and effective style of self defense.

Kris Butler - Newfoundland - Canada.
The uniqueness stands in its diversity and application to go outside of boxes and boundaries. It's a martial art system with a "custom feature" wherein you may create your own sense of what it is for you. Instead of conforming and molding into someone else's creation, you are encouraged to mold yourself. Kick, punch, flip, grapple, and sneak your way into your own sense of being a Total Warrior.

Shawn Heimbigner, Washington USA
The Martial Science as the name states, a science. Most other arts focus on fanciful technique and unrealistic fighting methods

Craig Heading - Australia
Rick's system changes every day. This is because it teaches movement, i.e. how to move, rather than a small set of moves. Teaching how to move keeps your mind open thus allowing you to take up new ideas. It is not at all boring as drills are constantly changing and training locations change.

Richard Nelson - Galveston, Texas - USA
In my eyes, RTMS is probably one of the only fully rounded systems in the entire world. It doesn't focus on just one area of things. We'll train in grappling, kicks, strikes, weapons, etc. And then blend them together to have us ready for whatever might happen in real world scenarios. Plus we don't try to block attacks. Which I feel is very important, because in a real fight you don't want to always be on the defensive. Overall, I think we just have the most realistic fighting system in the world.

Jamien Ousey - Santa Barbara, California - USA
The unique thing about RTMS is its practicality and usefulness in real situations.

Cédric Cobban - Sherbrooke, Québec - Canada
Well it's kind of like MMA only more, since you do not focus only on One on One ring fighting. You will have multiple attacker situations, weapons, involved in the outdoors (dirt, concrete, improvised weapons, etc). The system has a huge amount of variety, rolls and falls, stand up fighting, ground fighting, stealthing, weapons, survival, and all the mental aspects. So until you are good at everything, don't expect your black belt (:

Kathryn Felice - Los Angeles, California - USA
The program is tailored to the individual.

Marco Van Der Weijden - Holland / Netherlands
The unique thing about Martial Science is that it is open to new ideas and techniques and therefor ever growing; it encompasses a wide range of activities from ground fighting to rock climbing, from knife fighting to survival skills, everything you can possibly associate with Martial Arts, we do; it is dynamic (no kata's that people have been doing for thousands of years); it is modern, young, fun and very, very effective in real life situations.

Craig Peterson - Cedar Rapids - Iowa
Rick's system is unique in both the breadth and depth of his training as well as the speed at which material is ingrained.

Jabez Parsons - Acton, Maine - USA
I never experienced martial arts prior to CMS, but being a member of CMS has exposed me to several styles which I don't believe measure up to martial science as far as effectiveness goes. Martial science is very realistic and can turn anybody into a survivalist of every day life. The martial arts teaches you how to dance, mimic an animal, fight in a tournament, or choreograph movies. A practitioner of martial science knows that fancy kicks and punches belong in the movies and no where else, knows what will save him/her on the streets, whether it be to fight or flee. 

Bas Bausman - Holland / Netherlands
The system forces you to think for yourself and rely on your self to really get anywhere.

Kevin Ogden - Madison, Wisconsin - USA
Its a chance of a lifetime to get away from all the stresses of life and focus everything that you have, on your training and self improvement. What I like the most is the variety of the system -which involves everyday life training with how to be healthy in mind, body, spirit and nutrition.

Ortwin Cyrus (Junior) - Holland / Netherlands
It's diverse, complex but simple, fun, challenging, indoors and outdoors. It's more then just punching and kicking, you actually are required to think about what your doing. You get to travel and see amazing places. You get to develop skills that otherwise might never be noticed. You learn to be a team player, but have enough space to express your own creativity.

Nate Paul - Palm Harbor, Florida - USA
Rick Tew's Martial Science covers all aspects about what being a warrior is about. The stuff you only dream about and never think possible for one person to do. Climb mountains, kick butt, use weapons, run a business, and be the best at whatever you do.

Joost Van Munster - Holland
It's emphasis on a realistic self defense. If it works use it. No useless forms, just how do I defend myself or others. No competition with other Martial arts or styles, if this technique from that art works for you then encompasses it in your style. It offers the opportunity to challenge yourself. Have you ever climbed the walls of an old fortress or jumped down from it? Build a high rope course or train to be stealthy?

Ross Kottmyer - Virginia - USA
I haven't been involved in any other martial arts, but RTMS definitely doesn't fit the stereotype of a group of students lined up stiffly thrusting at the air over and over.

Carlos Puente - Durango - Mexico
Other MA schools only teach a fighting system like a competition and non -realistic self-defense techniques; in RTMS you learn real combat training applied like full contact sparring and situations for real self-defense. Not to mention weaponry, outdoor training, rock climbing and more.

Billy Sanders - Little Rock Arkansas - USA
It's to do more with the individuals growth than blindly following some tradition or form.

What is unique about Rick Tew?

Kris Butler - Canada
Rick Tew is a unique man to say the least. He walks a path tread by few.  He is someone whom enjoys his life to the fullest of his desires and lives by his code of freedom in his personal choices. He is not one to have an idea and fear to try and make it happen and as the saying "carpe diem" goes... he truly does seize his day. Use a keen eye, an open ear and a filed down tongue and you can find out how as well.

His way of thought and development is something that I have never experienced before meeting him. His strategies may be hard for most, but stick to it and it will work. 

If you have the will, then he helps you find your way.  I had always been looking for more out of what I was doing with my life, but was not sure where to find it. Rick Tew is the one man, who thanks to his direct and indirect influence has put me on a path to something greater than what I can I can put into words.

Jamien Ousey - Santa Barbara, California - USA
He is very intelligent, very funny, very cool and very disciplined. This rare combination of attributes makes Rick a dynamo of a person and teacher.

Ortwin Cyrus (Junior) - Holland / Netherlands
Never met anyone like him or with his talents. One of the very few creative minds that actually practice what he preaches. A true leader by example and good role model.

Jabez Parsons - Acton, Maine - USA
Rick Tew is very different from most adults I know. He is not tied down by many of the inconveniences that our parents tell us we have to learn to deal with because "that's life." He has all the time in the world you could say, and uses all that time for the personal growth of himself and his students. He will never tell you that you cannot do something but always encourages positive thinking, acting and being.

Cédric Cobban - Sherbrooke, Québec - Canada
Let's see, well he's unpredictable so you can never really expect to know what will happen. So combine that with Easy going and no fortune teller in the world will figure out where the hell he'll be a week from now. His method of teaching is awesome, very clear and simple. The way his classes are organized are also fun since they are not repetitive. He's also an overall fun guy, does pretty much everything with the students. He LAN parties (computer gaming) with us (more like we LAN party with him).

Shawn Heimbigner, Washington USA
Rick Tew tells things as he sees them, a property you don't see in many anymore .

Mark Williams - Portsmouth - England
Rick is unlike any other Martial arts instructor you'll meet. In the class room he is tough, but fair. You will receive no special treatment whatsoever. In the beginning you think he is being rude or unjust, but you soon learn (although you may not understand his motives) he knows best. So if you're doing a hundred push ups for saying, "um" don't be surprised!  But when we're not training he's just one of the guys - we go out for pizza (he'll eat rabbit food) watch a film or even play a few hours of Half Life multi player! Rick is a sound advisor he's been there done that and mass produced the T-shirt, so use listen to his advice well.

Ross Kottmyer - Virginia - USA
He doesn't let his sensei title keep him from having fun with the students, but also doesn't miss an opportunity for an important and serious lesson. Most people feel they have to be all fun or all serious instead of balanced.

Josiah Lewis - Chattanooga, Tennessee - USA
The better question would be- what is not unique about Rick? Training with Rick is not like training with a normal sensei in a normal dojo. You give Rick respect not because he demands it or because its protocol but because he has earned it. He is just as much a friend to his students as he is a teacher, and he is always looking out for the student's best interests.

Carlos Puente - Durango - Mexico
The way he teaches his system, he helps you get interested in many aspects of the martial training. He is one of the only adults I know that is in better shape than many younger people who also exercise often.

Richard Nelson - Galveston, Texas - USA
To try to put Sensei into a clearly defined box that would sum up his entire being is probably impossible. He's a good guy once you get to know him, and understand what he's trying to accomplish. While some people might think that he can be a little too sporadic at times, I view it as just an overall eagerness to keep things always improving. He is a very focused man who knows what he would like to get out of life, and then strives to achieve it.

Nate Paul - Palm Harbor, Florida - USA
Rick is totally dedicated to his students. He's all about giving them all the opportunities he can so they can live the lifestyle that he has. What you want, When you want, Where you want, Why you want, and with Whom you want.

Kathryn Felice - Los Angeles, California - USA
He follows his passion. Oh yeah, and his full name is not Richard. It's Ricky. Check it out. Ask for his driver's license.

Kevin Ogden - Madison, Wisconsin - USA
His teaching is world renowned by my standards and probably everyone else's. I like how nothing is the same, it's always changing and that's how a person grows, therefor the system grows. It never gets boring, Rick finds a way to make it fun and interesting. I like that he wants everyone to be instructors to each other so you learn much more and help each other out.

Marco Van Der Weijden - Holland / Netherlands
The unique thing about Rick Tew is his flexibility to handle every situation in a creative way, whether it is for the martial arts or in life.

Billy Sanders - Little Rock Arkansas - USA
He's a person who built himself up physically and mentally, and has learned many ranging skills with sheer drive and self motivation that others spend triple the time and hundreds or thousands of dollars for someone else to teach them and still don't completely understand.

Craig Heading - Australia
He somehow knows how to take you to the point of constantly being challenged, not that hard that it's beyond you but definitely not too easy. He is also a fantastic martial artist and I am yet to meet anyone else that can have a phone conversation in the middle of a grappling (jiu-jitsu) match whilst having a ankle lock applied to him.

Bas Bausman - Holland
He seems to do things that most people would never even consider doing and seems to make them work

Joost Van Munster - Holland / Netherlands
His inner motivation, his drive to reach his goals and his way of radiating his energy to those around him. He makes you want to do things set and reach your own goals.

Craig Peterson - Cedar Rapids, Iowa - USA
The most unique thing about Rick is his ability to blow your mind as soon as you think you've figured it out.

Where have you been as a result of CMS or other programs?

Kris Butler - Canada
Travel is also a big part of the CMS experience (see photos of many locations where we have been and had fun). During my time in the CMS program I have traveled to Europe, Mexico, and various locations over the west of America. Places such as California, Arizona and Nevada. Within these locations I have been fortunate enough to visit sites and have adventures in many of the major cities and natural wonders. Some places in America such as L.A., Las Vegas, San Francisco, Yosemite, Joshua Tree, and the Grand Canyon. We chased Mickey, tested our nerves on some of the most daring rides, and enjoyed some of natures best offered playgrounds.

Jabez Parsons - Acton, Maine - USA
Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Rosarita Mexico, California, Yosemite National Park, Malibu Creek and Death Valley.

Craig Heading - Australia
Yosemite NP, Malibu Creek, Disneyland, "The Beach", Los Angeles, rock climbing at Yosemite NP, Fresno, Oakhurst (yay!), Disneyland, Las Vegas, London Bridge, DragonFest (martial arts show), bear-watching at Yosemite, Universal Studios and did I mention Disneyland? ;)

Shawn Heimbigner, Washington USA
Many Places I had never been before, on the side of a rock, out in the woods in California, and many other places where I saw fascinating and beautiful things.

Joost Van Munster - Holland / Netherlands
First: To California, I am from The Netherlands. Secondary: Through my first experiences in rock climbing with Rick Tew I became a climber myself and climbed in numerous locations in countries like Germany, Belgium, France, Spain, Switzerland, Austria, and South Africa.

Cédric Cobban - Sherbrooke, Québec - Canada
I've been ditched in Mexico!  I've seen a lot of California, Los Angeles, Fresno, Yosemite National park, Ahwahnee and Oakhurst - YEAH! Joshua Tree National park, Malibu creek etc. We went on a road trip to Colorado, So I saw Death Valley, Nevada, Utah, Colorado and a bit of Wyoming. Also did and El Paso trip where we drove through Arizona to get to Texas and even went to Juarez Mexico for the nightlife.

Nate Paul - Palm Harbor, Florida - USA
I've been to so many places in the short time I've spent here, it's staggering. I've hiked to the top of Yosemite, sweat in Death Valley, climbed at Malibu Creek and Tollhouse, flew in a helicopter into the Grand Canyon, walked up and down the Las Vegas Strip, toured Universal Studios in LA., slept on the beach on the California coast, visited the piers and Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, got into trouble in Mexico, climbed giant trees in Sequoia National Park, and I've only been attended two phases!

Ortwin Cyrus (Junior) - Holland / Netherlands
As one of the pioneering RTMS team members, I was fortunate enough to be part of the first Travel and Training program. Could not imagine a better way to discover California and the surrounding states on my first visit to America. I was fortunate enough to be part of the First CMS program. I was able to participate in several demonstrations and seminars in different European Countries. I was able to run my own RTMS group in Holland for several years and share this great system with many students. I've had the opportunity to lead a great one week RTMS seminar in the Caribbean Island of Aruba together with RTMS team member Michel Kristians.

Josiah Lewis - Chattanooga, Tennessee - USA
Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Mexico, and all over California. I have gotten to see a lot of the Southwest.

Mark Williams - Portsmouth - England
Well California for one! We traveled through Arizona, Texas, Mexico, Nevada - all over the south west including many national parks and climbing parks!

Richard Nelson - Galveston, Texas - USA
Well, I can answer this is 2 segments. One, I traveled most of the continental US in just arriving each phase to CMS from where I'm usually at in both Texas or Michigan. I might not have done that on my own accord for quite awhile without CMS. Two, With CMS I have been all around California.

Down around LA, San Diego, Yosemite, and many other places. I've also been to Las Vegas, and got to experience all of that. Lastly there is our trip to Mexico which I'm sure none of us who went will ever forget. There is something to be said when you unleash 11 Ninja's into Mexico during Spring Break.

Marco Van Der Weijden - Holland / Netherlands
I am from Holland and I have been to the States (Yosemite, LA, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, Joshua Tree, to name just a few), Spain, Paris, and Belgium. Also I have been on stages when we did seminars for companies, on tv and radio, at martial arts demo's and so many other things.

Kathryn Felice - Los Angeles, California - USA
Where have you been as a result of being a part of Rick Tew's program? Texas & Holland, mostly. (heh heh)

Jeff Thom - Canada
The pictures on the web site are from places like Yosemite National Park, Malibu Creek, Tollhouse, Death Valley, The Grand Canyon, Venice Beech, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Mexico, Holland, and many, many more places; all of which I have been to with Rick Tews Camp of Martial Science. I have already been to more places in a few months then most people have their entire lives.

Jamien Ousey - Santa Barbara, California - USA
I have been to bass lake, Los angles, El Paso, Fresno, Arizona, Las Vegas and many other places.

Ross Kottmyer - Virginia - USA
During my short time there, we took two different Yosemite hikes, went to Malibu Creek and a nearby beach, into the LA area for Venice beach and the Universal City walk, to an excellent rock climbing spot east of Fresno, balanced out with a laid-back trip to Edison Lake.

Bas Bausman - Holland / Netherlands
California

What did you experience?

Richard Nelson - Galveston, Texas - USA
Just about everything you can imagine from all of these locales. We had fun out on the town in LA, but we were also there to train. Which we did, and like we always do...we push the limits of that training. Then while in Yosemite we get to fully experience a lush landscape of nature with spectacular views and a awe inspiring wilderness.

Cédric Cobban - Sherbrooke, Québec - Canada
Got beat up, kicked some butt, got physically and mentally, damn even spiritually drained sometimes. Had tons of fun doing new things, seeing the great outdoors. I did the JOHN's incredible pizza place experience too many times to keep count haha.

Nate Paul - Palm Harbor, Florida - USA
I've experienced so much... Friends, adventure, training, injury, accomplishment, growth, the list goes on and on.

Marco Van Der Weijden - Holland / Netherlands
During the years that I was highly involved in RTMS I experienced everything from being very nervous before a belt exam, thinking I will forget the form I learned, to feeling like a king after I did my first back flip. To describe all that I experienced is quite hard, since there are so many experiences. I experienced group spirit during long training sessions, a sense of achievement after having climbed Point Dume, pain after the 1000th time trying to do a proper back handspring, fun during the trips we made like the TTT tour, excitement during the demo's and tv appearances and peace after a meditation session.

Josiah Lewis - Chattanooga, Tennessee - USA
I experienced more than any normal person should in two months. I was tested both physically and mentally. I experienced some pretty serious martial arts training and I had some great times with all my new friends. I loved the rock climbing in the mountains and the training in Woodward Park and everything in between. The best experience was meeting so many people from such different walks of life.

Kathryn Felice - Los Angeles, California - USA
I got a lot of bruises. I knocked down this big guy named George. I broke a lot of wood. But mostly, I learned how to fall down like nobody's business.

Craig Heading - Australia
My best experience was learning to rock climb. It is something I would never have done in a million years if I hadn't gone to CMS. We don't live a long time and should enjoy what there is to offer and rock climbing is actually stacks of fun. As a flow-on, I have now taken up kayaking, mountain biking, etc. I also learnt stacks about martial arts and being more flexible in my attitudes and thinking. I also learnt a lot about health issues by listening to some of the texts available at CMS and have altered my life-style considerably.

Kevin Ogden - Madison, Wisconsin - USA
I experienced the love of nature, the diversity of people, incredible scenery new goals and new friendships.

Ortwin Cyrus (Junior) - Holland / Netherlands
One of the best periods in my life, in which I learned a lot, lived through a lot of great experiences, met a lot of people , made many new friends and was privileged to be able to share my knowledge and skills with my fellow RTMS team members and students.

Ross Kottmyer - Virginia - USA
The whole group bonds together real well, no one is entirely sure what to expect so the camaraderie is great. We were all in it together and determined to do our best. The training was intense, and free time was savored instead of taken for granted and wasted.

Carlos Puente - Durango - Mexico
Learned to appreciate and respect nature, wilderness. Also how to eat healthy and to get in pretty good shape. Lots of training and spending some time with people all over this world.

Craig Peterson - Cedar Rapids, Iowa - USA
I experienced both sides of almost every emotion and learned more about who I am and what I want in two months than I had in 21 years

Mark Williams - Portsmouth - England
I experienced the vastness of the States, it never takes me that long to go anywhere where I'm from! You drive for 5 hours in England and you're in a different country! I also experienced the best time of my life so far. You make so many friends in the training area, especially since these are the types of people whom share your interests and don't give you an 'off' look when you talk about martial arts!

Jabez Parsons - Acton, Maine - USA
Rock climbing, shinai wars, grappling and sparring matches, the beaches of LA, in which I saw a drum circle playing drums to the sunset and the entire beach set of Charlie's Angels 2 forced to move because of front and back flip training. I also witnessed the gulf of Mexico and got to see the beauty and grandeur of Yosemite National Park.

Joost Van Munster - Holland / Netherlands
Freedom, flexibility and training and a love for climbing Big rocks.

Shawn Heimbigner, Washington USA
Good but hard times, I had to put myself to test, I passed sometimes and failed others. It is a different lifestyle while you are there and you get to see many things most people never do, as well as experience the things that the general public is too busy for.

Kris Butler - Canada
I experienced a great deal during my stay and training in association with Mr. Tew and the CMS program. I have gained massive amounts of experiences, and situational confrontations that have helped mold me into a superior form of myself. I have done more in a few months of being there then some people have done in their entire lives, I think that speaks enough for itself. Out of hard work in the program I have had countless amazing experiences. For that I am extremely grateful and despite any "hardships" I had to endure it was very worth it.

Jamien Ousey - Santa Barbara, California - USA
I experienced living life away from the distractions of my home. I met some incredible people that I considers friends for life.

What was tough?

Ross Kottmyer - Virginia - USA
Realizing that I had to take responsibility for my training, figure out what I really wanted from CMS, and go for it full speed. It's an ongoing process and still tough now.

Carlos Puente - Durango - Mexico
Getting used to eating fresh and healthy every day and camp-life style.

Josiah Lewis - Chattanooga, Tennessee - USA
Everything was tough to some degree. The point of going to CMS is to grow as a person, and you can't grow unless you are pushed out of your comfort zone. Yet in the end it is well worth whatever discomfort you may experience.

Jeff Thom - Canada
This is quoted a lot at CMS:

"Beginners are many, but enders are few."

 You have to earn it all the way. The training will be hard, long and difficult, you will have to overcome many challenges. But, when you finally succeed , the rewards will be great. Even if you only accomplish part of the training, each level has its rewards and will definitely have a positive impact on your life. So I don't see why anyone would come here expecting it to be easy, this program isn't designed to be easy. This program is made to CHALLENGE the students. If this program wasn't challenging then we wouldn't grow through the experience we get while we are here.

Shawn Heimbigner, Washington USA
At times, there was a time for hard work and there was a time for relaxing, they balanced out pretty well though.

Mark Williams - Portsmouth - England
Some parts of CMS some might have said where impossible, of course this word does not fit in the RTMS / CMS Vocabulary! The first 3 - 4 weeks are the hardest, but anyone with the right attitude can pull through.

Nate Paul - Palm Harbor, Florida - USA
Some days are tough, some days are frustrating, you go through it and you grow. Things that used to be tough and scary become your favorite things to do. You feel good about the toughness though, because you're overcoming challenges and finding out new challenges you must overcome. So everyday gets tougher, and easier at the same time.

Cédric Cobban - Sherbrooke, Québec - Canada
Speaking English for months at a time. Staying focused on your original goals and not just on the fun. You really need to be Self-Motivated if you want to progress in this system.

Kevin Ogden - Madison, Wisconsin - USA
The toughest for me was at the end of the phase when we were training for levels, getting up in front of the class to speak, and remembering the material. The Alkalizing diet was also hard at first, to get used to the salads and not just going out and buy junk food.

Jabez Parsons - Acton, Maine - USA
Homesickness and trying to rid myself of it and adapting to a "moneyless" lifestyle (which I have yet to accomplish). 

Craig Heading - Australia
Winter was tough - it's cold! Good snowman building weather. Seriously, the hardest part is being so far away from home and living in a foreign country experiencing new and varied cultures. Thus I believe the course was more mentally tough than physically (although that was tested on a few occasions). However, this is part of the adventure and learning and my life is much richer for the experience.

Ortwin Cyrus (Junior) - Holland / Netherlands
Training (Self)Discipline, Learning to follow before you can lead, Stretching, Long Hikes, Sparring with Sensei Tew...

Craig Peterson - Cedar Rapids, Iowa - USA
It was tough to be away from my normal life many of the people I love.

Richard Nelson - Galveston, Texas - USA
Some of it is always tough, but at CMS your taught to be flexible and always try to roll with it. Because once it starts to get tough, the tough get going.

Jamien Ousey - Santa Barbara, California - USA
The exercise and pushing past my mental and physical limits.

Marco Van Der Weijden - Holland / Netherlands
What was tough were the sometimes everlasting training sessions where you think you want to stop, have a drink and then go to sleep. Or some of the reviews where you were really put to the test. Sometimes it was also tough to have the discipline to go out there every day again training your ass off. But in the end when you look back at it you realize that those were the times that really made the difference, they really shaped me to what I wanted to become. Even though in the moment you are going through it, it is not always pleasant, but the tough times really pay off.

Kathryn Felice - Los Angeles, California - USA
Having to use the word "Ninja" in conversation.

Kris Butler - Canada
That would depend on what you label as tough. Something being tough or not is no fact, but a matter of opinion. In my experience the main toughness comes from within, how much are you willing to accept and overcome about yourself? Are you willing to see your self made limitations AND break them? 

Billy Sanders - Little Rock Arkansas - USA
Getting used to the camp lifestyle.

What can future students expect?

Jabez Parsons - Acton, Maine - USA
A glimpse at a different lifestyle, where you are not enslaved to a 40 hour a week job, or food and drug addictions that wear you down, you are always active and therefore always energized. If you're like me, you will find that not everyone in the world wants to play video games and smoke pot until they have kids and not everyone has fallen into the born-work-die mentality.

Craig Heading - Australia
To have fun, to learn heaps about martial arts and life. Learn to be more self-dependant yet be an active team player.

Kevin Ogden - Madison, Wisconsin - USA
They should expect to work there hardest 100% of the time to get all of what RTMS has to offer. Not to expect anything - to go in with an open mind and adapt to anything that is thrown at you - any time and when you would least expect it. Don't try to be prepared for everything, but always have RTMS shirt on hand and bring foot deodorant and febreeze if possible! lol!! Work on your training whenever you can with a partner. I regretted not training enough with partners and being on the mat wherever it may be (like in thick rocky gravel).  Start training at 9:00am no matter what.  Remember you too are an instructor, so try to catch it before Rick does!  If you think you cant do it, you cant - if you think you can, then you're right!!

Shawn Heimbigner, Washington USA
Expect the unexpected, every day is a bit different.

Mark Williams - Portsmouth - England
Expect to have a great time, learn many new things about people and other cultures. You'll make lots of friends and share many things you have in common with people from all over the globe. But don't expect an easy ride, this is by no means "Disney World." Expect to have your butt whipped into shape - day in and day out. It is hard work and you will have about one day for rest each week - so sore joints and muscles are something you'll soon come to terms with - at least for the first few weeks at CMS. CMS is great if you can find the balance between adventure and hard work this ain't no holiday camp!

Richard Nelson - Galveston, Texas - USA
They can expect an experience the likes of which they will probably never get again. When I came, I expected the worst and got the best. So, Come expecting to commune with nature, to train with guys that will probably become friends, and to test just where your limits are in life.

Cédric Cobban - Sherbrooke, Québec - Canada
Well hopefully they don't expect anything. You need to come here with an open mind, and realize you make CMS what it is (the students) not the mat and fancy training gear. You have to KEEP your motivation directed towards your original goals and CMS will be worth while for you. Unless your goal was just to travel and get fit... then just go with the flow :)

Nate Paul - Palm Harbor, Florida - USA
Students can expect to train hard, have a great time and a lot of adventures, but to also face their fears and overcome challenges.

Kris Butler - Canada
You can expect to learn that it is best not to expect. The greatest weakness in any and most students coming here is assumption. That main assumption that comes up is when they pay for the program, they expect to be made a super total warrior without working for it. It is only from hard work and devotion do these things come about. Unfortunately you cannot control much of what people assume, even when you tell them "It will be hard and you will have to work hard for it".

Billy Sanders - Little Rock Arkansas - USA
To be confronted with what type of person they are a quitter or someone who stays and toughs it out.

Carlos Puente - Durango - Mexico
Lots of adventure, training, and challenges that probably would never face again.

Ross Kottmyer - Virginia - USA
Besides being physically invigorating, every activity has a purpose and works toward some good goal for yourself or the group.

Marco Van Der Weijden - Holland / Netherlands
Students can expect to be taught a highly effective form of martial arts that incorporates stand up fighting, ground fighting, fighting with weapons, etc. This will be taught to you by highly skilled people that have spent a large number of years developing their skills in the system. Next to that you can expect to have a lot of fun doing the outdoor activities like hiking, mountain biking and outdoor camping. You can also expect to feel the sense of group spirit when you go through all the experience together with other students.

Kathryn Felice - Los Angeles, California - USA
You will learn how to fall down like nobody's business. Okay, okay. Also, you will learn to do things the right way. You will never, ever see the next belt until you have absolutely earned it. And you will get a program that is designed for your height, your weight, your strength, and your flexibility.

Joost Van Munster - Holland / Netherlands
A opportunity to train hard, have a lot of fun and a chance to do some things you have never done before.

Craig Peterson - Cedar Rapids, Iowa - USA
Other students can expect one of the greatest times in their lives. But should be ready to have all their preconceived notions about the program thrown out the window.

Ortwin Cyrus (Junior) - Holland / Netherlands
A life changing experience. A challenge in every aspect if you give it a chance. Great physical, mental and spiritual rewards that will benefit you throughout the rest of your life.

Jamien Ousey - Santa Barbara, California - USA
They can expect it not to be easy because they will get pushed away from their comfort zone and they can expect to lose weight, get stronger and meet interesting people.

Jeff Thom - Canada
The price of this program is exceptionally cheep considering what you get out of it and I can personally attest to that. Since I've been here I've had the opportunity to travel all over to the most beautiful places from California & Nevada, Mexico and to Holland.

Josiah Lewis - Chattanooga, Tennessee - USA
Lots of hard challenges balanced with lots of fun and adventure. One way or another you will leave knowing more about yourself.

What did you like most about your training or program?

Jabez Parsons - Acton, Maine - USA
I love to climb everything from rock faces to trees and houses. King of the mat was always something I looked forward to as well as sparring and I always enjoyed anything outdoors.

Ortwin Cyrus (Junior) - Holland / Netherlands
The diversity in training elements, the ability to adapt any technique to any situation and/or individual. Incorporating gymnastics in the training, practicing in the outdoors. The reality of the system.

Kevin Ogden - Madison, Wisconsin - USA
I liked meeting the diversity of new people and cultures.  Becoming a family and looking out for each other. I liked the body movement drills as that type of training was new to me. The knife defense's were awesome and stealthing in Malibu Creek. I really can't say all of it cause I liked every aspect of the camp from even doing a detox to hiding under Ricks jeep at night during night games.

Marco Van Der Weijden - Holland / Netherlands
What I liked (and still do) most about the training was its diversity. There is so much to learn in this system that it almost never gets boring. We do not just stand in line for hours doing side kicks or kata's over and over again. We go out into nature and train in real life situations, we go rock climbing, do mind training sessions, do midnight games with training swords and  sneaking up to each other and so much more. That is what I think makes this systems so attractive, it offers so much more then just martial arts.

Craig Peterson - Cedar Rapids, Iowa - USA
I most liked the amount of autonomy in the program and the amount of responsibility I had for my own learning. It made what I did learn more satisfying than if it had just been given to me.

Jamien Ousey - Santa Barbara, California - USA
I liked the people, they were all very nice and helped keep me on track.

Craig Heading - Australia
I * LOVED * training at Woodward park in Fresno. It is an interesting place to train with squirrels and benches (and pretty women jogging/cycling past all the time!). The atmosphere of the surrounding shopping/cinema district is wonderful and exciting. The constantly changing training techniques kept me challenged, both physically and mentally. And I loved ROCK CLIMBING!!!!!!!!! Me thinks I should come back do it all again....... It was great to move around (Yosemite, Joshua Tree NP, etc) to see the wonderful beauty of nature and experience it either hiking, running or climbing.

Nate Paul - Palm Harbor, Florida - USA
I like the variety in the program so you never get bored, there is always a surprise and always something exciting going on. Nothing settles into a lameness.

Josiah Lewis - Chattanooga, Tennessee - USA
I liked just about everything, I really like being challenged and overcoming such obstacles, and at CMS you are challenged. The thing I liked most however, was watching how I was changing and growing physically, mentally, and spiritually.

Bas Bausman - Holland / Netherlands
The different approach compared to other styles.

Ross Kottmyer - Virginia - USA
Besides being physically invigorating, every activity has a purpose and works toward some good goal for yourself or the group.

Mark Williams - Portsmouth - England
Personally I enjoy weapons training the most. I seem to have a knack for nearly all of them! I think it's because I pick things up really easy (quick to learn) and of course you can showoff with weapons easier as you don't need a partner! My second favorite is body movement as an ex gymnast my agility helped to no end with dive-rolling and scrambling!

Kathryn Felice - Los Angeles, California - USA
It was challenging. And also I got a puppy! (He's doing really, really, well by the way, thanks for asking.)

Cédric Cobban - Sherbrooke, Québec - Canada
Variety. Different unique games/drills. For example King of the stick, GRAPPLE BALL! Team against team king of the mat. I like the traveling too. Being in same location for 2 months would just be too hard. So location variety was fun.

Shawn Heimbigner, Washington USA
King of the mat, It didn't matter if I won or not it was a fun exercise, you got to throw and be thrown and put some of your new skills to test, as well as develop others. 

Carlos Puente - Durango - Mexico
Knowing people who also got involved in practicing martial arts and open minded in learning no matter what religion, skin color or gender. Setting goals personally and how to better help both relatives and friends.

Richard Nelson - Galveston, Texas - USA
I've always enjoyed every aspect of our training, minus perhaps Free Style Body movement...which I'm just not fully able to do, so I get to miss out on that. Particularly i probably enjoy Sparring, and Weapons training the most.

Kris Butler - Canada
I'm not sure that I have a favorite in what I was doing there, as there were so many things on different levels, they cannot all compare. However I am very grateful for my experience with the Mind, Body and Spirit concepts within the Martial Science. It is a thinking and living concept that adds immensely to my quest for inner peace and self fulfillment. My experiences there have changed my life forever and has given me great goals for my future.

Tips you can offer future students?

Nate Paul - Palm Harbor, Florida - USA
Relax, be happy, don't be afraid, you're not going to die, you may get hurt, but you'll be stronger for it. Just go with the flow and take advantage of any and every opportunity thrown to you, no matter how small or intimidating.

Josiah Lewis - Chattanooga, Tennessee - USA
Keep an open mind and a good attitude. Don't have any preconceived notions or expectations as they will limit and hinder your growth as an individual.

Kris Butler - Canada
READ THROUGH THE WEB SITE UNTIL YOU CLEARLY UNDERSTAND IT. Believe it when is says CMS will challenge you. Assume nothing and always remember, how things are at one moment does not mean that is how they will be the next, good or bad. And most importantly, please remember that you are there to represent yourself as an adult. Then tell your Mom and Dad that you are off to be a man.

Make sure you are clear about why you want to join, list for yourself your desires and goals with this investment in yourself. Who are you, and who do you want to be? Do not expect anything, but rather take it as it comes. Trust that with your set intention to grow, experience, and have fun (be it such), that you shall receive just that.

Shawn Heimbigner, Washington USA
Do your work and don't be late and you won't have anything to worry about.

Ortwin Cyrus (Junior) - Holland / Netherlands
Give it a try and you won't regret it...... and when you do remember that a wise man once said...."Stick to the task until the task sticks to you."

Kevin Ogden - Madison, Wisconsin - USA
When in doubt stick with Rick and don't question his motives. Try not to talk back or with excuses even if it's a good one! Don't set too high of a goal until you know where you stand. Don't be cocky or full of yourself.  Have a little cash so you don't have to drink lemon water when we go out to eat somewhere -- good, great, grand, wonderful!

Carlos Puente - Durango - Mexico
Keep focused during the whole phase.

Ross Kottmyer - Virginia - USA
There's more to this experience than just martial arts. An equal part of the program helping you to see the areas in which your attitudes are negative or thoughts are inflexible or closed. Be ready for having these things subtly brought to light. For those unprepared, it can be unnerving. For those willing to grow and change, it's encouraging.

Jamien Ousey - Santa Barbara, California - USA
Focus on training first, everything else second. Listen to Rick and get lots of sleep and water.

Mark Williams - Portsmouth - England
Maintain a positive attitude, Share your troubles with your training buddies but only if you have a positive approach to them. If you're feeling negative (let's say about yourself or the conditions in which you're training). Just keep your chin up, put on a brave face and muddle through. You'll have the best time of your life I'm sure of it!.

Jabez Parsons - Acton, Maine - USA
In training to become a warrior you must have no possessions no luxuries and no loose ends, they are all distractions and will only interfere with your path to becoming the total warrior. Rather than leaving these things behind you should abolish them completely. Things will be much more meaningful at CMS if you know what your real needs are. 

Cédric Cobban - Sherbrooke, Québec - Canada
Go with the flow and stay focused on your goals. Don't plan ahead cuz plans change! Always be ready to adapt to anything.

Billy Sanders - Little Rock Arkansas - USA
Go with the flow.

Richard Nelson - Galveston, Texas - USA
Don't come expecting to live like you did back home when you arrive, or you will be sorely mistaken. This is not some little prissy camp for wannabe's. CMS is the real deal, and will either make you into a Total Warrior...or make you reconsider what you truly wanted out of life. Also.. .pack light! Think about whatever you want to bring, and then cut it in half. You can always get more things when you get here, but if you have to constantly keep shipping stuff home to make it fit in your bag...your going to be broke in no time flat.

Craig Heading - Australia
Nike it! (Just do it!) And remember we're all human you don't have to be a super fit Olympic athlete before turning up.

Kathryn Felice - Los Angeles, California - USA
Don't walk between the Sensei and the class -- return to your position by walking behind all the other students. Do not let your attention wander during class -- you will find yourself flat on your back and have literally no idea how that happened. Always give 100%.

Jeff Thom - Canada
Don't expect to stay in the Hilton? I don't know how but some people arrive with the idea that they would be staying in a hotel, apartment, or house. When I came to CMS I didn't have these kinds of expectations, because it says on the web site CMS is CAMP style living. Here is a quote from that page

You will need to be prepared for CAMP style living. CMS is not a Club Med vacation. You will be on a program designed for learning and developing your personal attributes.

Maybe others have never been camping before and are ignorant of what camp style living would be like, but I have gotten exactly what I was expecting.

Craig Peterson - Cedar Rapids, Iowa - USA
If you get frustrated at anything don't stew on it, remain positive and realize that you are learning more than you know at the time.

Marco Van Der Weijden - Holland / Netherlands
Be open minded, flexible, positive and ready to train your ass off. With this, you will be able to reap the results you are looking for.

A brief summary of the program?

Cédric Cobban - Sherbrooke, Québec - Canada
CMS is the place where anyone that likes exercise will enjoy. You can be an expert martial artist, and still you will be a beginner somewhere in the system, be it weapons, body movement or maybe you'll pee your pants on the side of a rock 500 feet high. So CMS is a place where EVERYONE can learn something.

Ross Kottmyer - Virginia - USA
CMS is a comprehensive life-arts program disguised as a top-notch martial arts program.

Mark Williams - Portsmouth - England
CMS is the ultimate "live in" approach to martial arts training. There is so much the program has to offer there's never s dull moment. If you're serious about training join up! There's never been a better time! CMS / RTMS is constantly changing and growing all the time your experience of CMS varies from week to week, a must for any one with an adventurous flare and a strong will !

Jabez Parsons - Acton, Maine - USA
Travel and training, always improving the mind body and sprit. 

Carlos Puente - Durango - Mexico
This is really a good chance to learn as many things in the martial training as you can. You go beyond the traditional and increase your knowledge so you can deal with tough tasks easier; traveling to several locations will keep your sense of adventure.

Josiah Lewis - Chattanooga, Tennessee - USA
Think of CMS as ninja camp mixed with a little extreme recreation (rock climbing) with a little bit of summer camp thrown in for good measure! Sounds like trouble but you'll come out of it a better person that when you first began. You will have stories to tell when you get home!

Shawn Heimbigner, Washington USA
They are all programs designed to turn ordinary people who have a desire to change into what they want to be, though the system is based on the physical aspect the mental changes that take place over time are to build you into something.

Kris Butler - Canada
Fun, adventure, challenge of a life time. You wont find anything else like it if you tried, period. RTMS Martial Science based on life and how to live it to your desired max potential. RTMS is the most complete Martial Art system I have ever encountered. The Web site says it all, take the time to read it through and understand what it is about. Outside of that I can tell you that you are in for a wild ride and a lot of wonderful experiences.

Nate Paul - Palm Harbor, Florida - USA
CMS: It's all about the experiences you gain to be able to mold yourself into what you want to be, not to be molded into something someone else wants you to be.

RTMS: It's realistic and brave, not afraid to step outside the box and say things can be done better and then actually do them better.

TTT: The ultimate adventure and one of the fondest memories of my life.

Jeff Thom - Canada
There is over 10 acres of land with trails, a trampoline, a climbing wall, a wide variety of large trees, and a beautiful creek. There is a large area for training, with mats, bunching bags, sparing gear, paint ball gear, etc. In addition, a lot of the training that we do is off site in locations all over California, like when we go on a trip to go Rock Climbing.

Billy Sanders - Little Rock Arkansas - USA
CMS is the nearest to what martial arts aspire to be.

Kevin Ogden - Madison, Wisconsin - USA
Working hard and playing hard with some of the most fun and coolest group of people I've ever got to hang out with.  Learning new things and being a better all around martial artist and becoming one with your surroundings and yourself more importantly!

Anything else would you like to add?

Josiah Lewis - Chattanooga, Tennessee - USA
Go for it! Don't let anyone hold you back from doing what you want to do with your life! Attending CMS is the adventure of a lifetime, so if you think you have what it takes -- just do it! You'll be happy you did.

Kris Butler - Canada
Things change all the time and are switched from scenario to scenario, to teach different lessons. One would have to be in the program for a full two months to get a basic understanding and feeling of how things are run or what to expect.

One phrase that can help you make it through your challenges, yet keep you from falling too hard when you trip in your excitement: "It's all just a moment." Best wishes and may you truly come to know yourself.

Nate Paul - Palm Harbor, Florida - USA
Don't bring money. What you bring, you'll spend. Do bring a camera though.

Jeff Thom - Canada
I'm certain that if you attend you would have learned and realized useful things that would affect your over all quality and level of success in life. You will have learned how to get over your fears, learned to face challenges , you would have learned how to become more of a leader. CMS produces which means that although the students may come here starting at ground zero - if they simply choose not to quit, not to give up on themselves, they will eventually get there.

Craig Peterson - Cedar Rapids, Iowa - USA
Anything you want to do is attainable all the only variable is the amount of effort you put in and the reward you get back.

Ortwin Cyrus (Junior) - Holland / Netherlands
You never know where the RTMS journey might take you in life. You could be pleasantly surprised.

Jabez Parsons - Acton, Maine - USA
CMS has and always will be a training ground for mastery over the mind body and spirit, it is not about receiving countless ranking belts or dominating others in fighting competitions, and although you are meant to function as a ryu, YOU are still the primary focus.

Mark Williams - Portsmouth - England
It's not all work and no play though! Sometimes we drop everything just to go and get away from the classroom, (this doesn't always mean that we won't be training) often we go to national parks and do some fun things as well as hiking, camping climbing and or just hanging out!

Richard Nelson - Galveston, Texas - USA
The only thing I think I could really have to add to all of this is that CMS is an Adventure in life. You might only get so many invitations to take such an adventure when you're young before you get caught up in the struggle of life as it is today. For me, CMS was a childhood dream...to be a Ninja. Other people probably can relate to this, because Gen X grew up in the 80's which was the king domain of Ninja's being glorified thru multimedia. Because your focus determines your reality in life. If you choose to focus on the bad parts, then that is all you will see. But if you take those small nuggets that are just pure fun, happiness, and love...roll them into one big image of what you want, and focus on it...that is what you'll see no matter where you are.

Kevin Ogden - Madison, Wisconsin - USA
I would like to add that I cant wait to do it again! Thanks Rick!