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Edged-Weapon Self-Defense System Developed by Michael D. Janich
The seventh annual Martial Blade Camp was held August 28-31, 2009 in Estes Park, Colorado. In addition to being the largest camp to date (more than 40 participants), it was also noteworthy in that it marked the addition of two new fully certified MBC instructors. Two advanced practitioners also tested for and received Certificates of Proficiency and Associate Instructor rankings in MBC. For more information on MBC Instructors and their teaching activities, please consult the MBC Instructors page of this web site.
I would like to express my sincere thanks to everyone who participated in the camp, as well as the official camp sponsors, who generously donated more than $5,000 worth of products to the event. The companies that sponsored Martial Blade Camp 2009 included Spyderco, Diamondback Tactical, Stay Safe Media, Keen Edge Knives, and BlackHawk.
Martial Blade Camp is an annual event designed to provide MBC alumni and first-time participants with the opportunity to learn and refine core MBC and Counter-Blade Concepts (CBC) skills, as well as to explore other skills outside the realm of the formal MBC curriculum. In the process, camp participants have the opportunity to meet and train with other edged-weapon and self-defense enthusiasts, all while enjoying the spectacular scenery of the majestic Rocky Mountains .
Attracting participants from all over the United States and other countries, this event features three full days of training that includes comprehensive instruction in MBC drills and skills, instruction in CBC, and other selected empty-hand and weapon-based topics. In addition, all participants receive a souvenir package valued at more than $350 that includes a commemorative knife and an embroidered souvenir shirt. Thanks to generous contributions from camp sponsors, camp participants also walk away with a total of more than $3,000 in door prizes during the event.
Martial Blade Camp is conducted at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, Colorado. Located 65 miles northwest of Denver and adjacent to Rocky Mountain National Park, it is one of the premier conference centers in the Western U.S. Accommodations for the camp are located at the Wind River Lodge, one of the YMCA's newer lodges that features two queen-sized beds, a full private bath and a balcony or patio with each room. In addition to full participation in all Martial Blade Camp training, camp participants will receive three all-you-can-eat meals per day and have free access to the YMCA's many other activities, including: hiking, fishing, tennis, volleyball, basketball, softball, weight training, and indoor swimming. Additional activities including golf, mountain biking, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, and rock climbing are also available for additional fees.
The 2010 Martial Blade Camp will be held 27-30 August 2010. The price is $850 per person for double-occupancy lodging or $1,025 per person for single-occupancy lodging. This price includes full participation in all training, lodging, meals, and access to all YMCA activities. All camp participants will also receive several souvenir items including a commemorative knife, an embroidered shirt, training guidebook, and other collector’s items (to be determined).
It is also possible to share the Wind River lodging with your spouse or significant other or apply the value of your lodging to the rental of other YMCA lodging facilities, turning your MBC training experience into a family vacation. If you choose to rent other YMCA lodging, you will be referred to the YMCA's individual lodging reservation service and you will be responsible for making reservations appropriate to your needs. You will still be required to pay the full amount of the standard group reservation price; however, $275.00 will be refunded to you at the camp following verification of your individual lodging arrangements.
Registration for the camp requires the completion of a liability waiver and a deposit of $250.00. To request a copy of the waiver, please e-mail info@martialbladeconcepts.com or call 303-995-8848. You may also request a waiver by mail by writing to:
MBC LLC
PMB #206
1716 A North Main Street
Longmont, CO 80501-7413
Registration applications will be processed in the order in which they are
received. Space is limited to 50 participants. Once the camp is full, a standby
list will be compiled in the event of any cancellations.
The deadline
for standard registration is 1 June 2010.
Payment of the balance of your camp tuition is due by 15 July 2010.
The deadline for cancellations is 1 July 2010. If you register and cancel
your registration after 1 July 2010, or if you fail to pay the balance of
your tuition by 15 July 2010, your deposit will not be refunded. If
you have specific questions or require further information, please contact
Michael Janich at 303-995-8848 or info@martialbladeconcepts.com.