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Out of the Dojo: A Black Belt Legacy

October 4 - 2022
Tae Kwon Do Grandmaster Keith D. Yates has a legacy few other martial arts teachers can match. Over his five-plus decades of training and teaching he has influenced tens of thousands of students and instructors worldwide. But his impact has reached far beyond the dojo. This is a collection of his writings, historical photos, and comments and recollections by other well-known martial artists. This is not just his story but the inspiring stories of the black belts he has produced over the years. Many went on to successful careers in medicine, education, the military, and other endeavors. And, of course, many are dedicated Masters and Grandmasters themselves. As Allen Steen, the founder of Blood-and-Guts Karate (and GM Yates' teacher) says, the martial arts should pass along the lessons to future generations. This is proof of that truth.