quotes about Fred Neff

There have been numerous quotes about Fred Neff and his work in the martial arts. Below is a representative sampling of such quotes:

Fred Neff's Teaching Concepts

A quote by a writer of the newspaper column FEELIN' GOOD about Fred Neff teaching him the "discipline of intent."

I used the discipline of intent to earn straight A's in college, bust unbustable quotas in sales, start a business in the height of the recession.

Fred Neff Teaches New Hope Law Enforcement Officers

In an article in the NEW HOPE-PLYMOUTH POST on Fred Neff's teaching police containment techniques it said:

If you're ever involved in a street fight or a barroom brawl and Fred Neff is around, you'd better hope he's (Fred Neff) on your side.

Award for Guidance and Inspiration Given to Fred Neff

In making the announcement of the selection of Fred Neff for its GOOD NEIGHBOR AWARD WCCO Radio said: :

Today's WCCO Radio Good Neighbor believes in the Words "People who need people are the luckiest people in the world." [Fred Neff's] lucky because he (Fred Neff) touches the lives of many with his (Fred Neff) guidance and inspiration. [Fred Neff] teaches others to develop their talents. He's (Fred Neff) worked with children in the public schools and he's (Fred Neff) worked on his (Fred Neff) own as a private tutor. He's (Fred Neff) practiced Karate for nearly 30 years and he's (Fred Neff) shared his expertise with thousands of willing students. [Fred Neff] is a fifth-degree black belt and a world-class master.

Martial arts tools are aided by Neff's vibrant and vital personality. Chevrolet's Corvette News recently devoted a story to him (Fred Neff), and in it said, "Fred exudes a kind of electricity that seems to sparks students and friends alike into action."

Fred Neff Fighting Strategy

In an article in the NORTH MINNEAPOLIS POST entitled CONTROL YOUR KARATE OR YOU'LL GET CREAMED it said about Fred Neff:

[Fred Neff] teaches his (Fred Neff) students to consider strategy in much the same manner that chess players plan their moves.

Philosophy of Fred Neff

A quote in a SUN NEWSPAPER article by a black belt instructor about Fred Neff's openness and tolerance toward others style of martial arts:

When I met Fred, I was very happy to meet someone who would learn and accept my style of karate.

A quote in a SUN NEWSPAPER article by a student who knew Fred Neff very well outside martial arts training:

To Fred, Karate is sort of a private thing, something he (Fred Neff) uses in his (Fred Neff) life and not to be put on display.

A quote in a SUN NEWSPAPER article where a student describes Fred Neff's teaching results in the public schools:

"…he (Fred Neff) taught a "concepts class and other kids were skipping classes to sit in on his (Fred Neff) class. He's (Fred Neff) opened up a lot of people's minds and lives," she said.

Fred Neff Teacher

The article in the REGIONAL SUN NEWSPAPER said about Fred Neff's teaching:

He (Fred Neff) modifies his (Fred Neff) methods of teaching to meet the needs and capabilities of specific individuals. And he (Fred Neff) watches each progress with sincere interest and pride.

A MINNEAPOLIS SUN NEWSPAPER article stated:

Neff who has taught students from four to 76, uses teaching techniques to dissuade pupils from abusing their learned power.

In an article in the MINNEAPOLIS SUN entitled MARTIAL ARTS: FULFILLING THE WHOLE PERSON the article said about Fred Neff:

Working with a staff of coaches [Fred Neff] modifies his (Fred Neff) teaching methods to meet the needs and capabilities of specific individuals. And [Fred Neff] watches each progress with sincere interest and pride.

In an article in the MINNEAPOLIS SUN NEWSPAPER entitled NEFF SAYS "WINNING ISN'T EVERYTHING" it said:

Today many parents ask themselves if coaches are teaching their children sportsmanship and the fun of playing sports, or simply sticking by that old philosophy that "winning is everything." Several students around the twin cities area thing they've found an answer. His name is Fred Neff.

Fred Neff Heping Juveniles and Adults

In an article in the HOPKINS SUN NEWSPAPER it said about Fred Neff's approach to teaching:

His (Fred Neff) students say Neff spends as much time helping people in his (Fred Neff) free time as he does teaching.

In an article in the EDINA SUN NEWSPAPER entitled MARTIAL ARTS: FULFILLING THE WHOLE PERSON it said:

Neff's classes encompass the person as a whole being, and that's why one young student waited 20 minutes after the final class in Edina was dismissed, to bow and say "thank you."

In an article in the SUN REGIONAL EDITION it said about Fred Neff:

As a result of [Fred Neff's] interest and work with young people he [Fred Neff] has been asked by schools, police departments, women's defense groups, recreation and community centers to establish programs. And in the meantime, [Fred Neff] has steered many "born losers" back onto the track.

In the MINNEAPOLIS STAR NEWSPAPER in an article entitled DON'T BE MEAN TO THE KID it said about Fred Neff's teaching approach in karate classes:

[Fred Neff's] sessions without the usual Oriental regimen, are pleasant and exciting. Neff grows close to his pupils by showing concern for their problems.

Fred Neff Sef=lf-Defense Teaching Approach Guiding Light for Students

In an article in the HAMLINE ORACLE newspaper entitled SELF-DEFENSE CLASS PRESENTED AS GUIDING LIGHT it said:

One might glean from reading Future Shock and other books that the population explosion and the sky rocketing trend toward automation is causing a depersonalization of the individual. This is making it difficult for the individual to assess himself and his role in society.

But Hamline students and other St. Paul residents have an opportunity to counteract this in a number of ways. One of these is learning the Martial Arts.

The Martial Arts as they are taught by Fred Neff provide a guiding light as to how the individual may find himself and how he or she is to relate with other members of society.

In the HAMLINE ORACLE newspaper article entitled NEFF’S KARATE CLASSES ARE MORE THAN FIGHTING it stated:

Hamline's academic clime and social atmosphere draws to it a high caliber of professor and instructor. One such instructor is Mr. Fred Neff, a world renowned instructor in the martial arts and the dynamic humanitarian who has been the impetus for many a worthwhile project.

Exploding fists, spinning back kicks and free fighting are the tools and catalysts [Fred] Neff uses in motivating students to point out, strive for and to obtain goals which are beneficial to the individual and to society.

In an article in the HAMLINE ORACLE newspaper it said about Fred Neff's teaching:

The course is under the direction of Mr. Fred Neff, a fifth-degree blackbelt with 20 years of experience and the author of eight books on the Martial Arts. Neff is truly concern about the student in his classes. That is why he (Fred Neff) works long, hard hours to ensure they have a truly enlightening and existential experience.

Fred Neff Provides Traninig for People With Special Needs

In an article in the ST. PAUL DISPATCH NEWSPAPER it said:

St. Paul children with mental or physical handicaps go to the Child Development Center for a number of reasons, among them to learn karate from Fred Neff a 25 year old holder of a fifth-degree black belt, or his (Fred Neff) assistants.

In an article in General Motors CORVETTE NEWS entitled MINNESOTA'S MANY-SIDED MAN it said about Fred Neff:

To improve the quality of life for others, [Fred Neff] devotes as many hours as possible to handicapped, retarded and problem children. The children are referred to Fred by governmental agencies, social institutions, or concerned parents who have heard of [Fred Neff's] work.

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