MikeWill

I have installed the Google Proxy, and now it's definitely better. Thank you, andreitt.

I've too been having slow connections with True aDSL since Saturday. Not all sites are slow though. It seems True is having problems with their transparent proxy again. I eventually solved the slow connections by creating and connecting to a proxy server through Google App Engine. Now, it's blazing fast again.

I used to connect through a VPN server whenever True Online acts up. But connecting through via proxy servers is way faster.

andreitt,

How do you create a proxy server through Google App Engine?

I know True has their two proxy servers a person can use and which I use occassionally, but you seem to be talking something different. Thanks.

Pib

Try this

Re: SIF

I can probably safe a few bucks. But I don't thing that the risk is justifiable in my case, taking into account my calling needs (calling time per month).

For sure, I will not recommend this service to my friends and I'll sleep better not using it myself.

What risk? It's a phone service not a heart transplant.

Do you lose sleep over which brand of washing up liquid you use also?

Have you read post #44 ?

Or, just maybe, you have some interest in promoting the SIP. Do you?

At least, this can explain the personal tone of your reply.

I don't know about these reports of fraud. I do know that I've been using various Betamax affiliates for almost 10 years on a near-daily basis and nobody's scammed my cards. Just one data point.

Now you know.

The question is, would continue to use them (and sleep well)?

In reference to SIP, if anybody is using DialNow.com please comment on its quality/services.

What is SIP ?

Thanks for the info Chicog.

Thanks lopburi3,

Are the 90-day report and the bank statements showing my address is good enough as a proof of address?

Is there a photo shop downstairs in Government Center?

Is there is anything else needed for the extension based on retirement except for the passport (+ copies), Bank letter and bank book (+ copies) showing funds.

I plan to go to the Government Center on Friday.

Thank you.

Trembly,

You have mentioned GJJ on youtube - do you have a link?

The nearest GJJ I was able to find is in Singapore. Not really served us in Bangkok.

And BTW, I've read that article you posted with a great interest (http://www.gracieaca...-difference.asp) and liked it. Especially the part in regards to:

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... Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is taught, first and foremost as a system of self-defense, with the objective of giving the student the ability to stay safe and prevail during a real street fight confrontation ...

I know . . . Oh well! Here's hoping that it does make it to BKK soon anyway.

How soon? Months, Years....

The nearest GJJ school I was able to find is in Singapore. Not really served us in Bangkok.

And BTW, I've read that article you posted with a great interest (http://www.gracieacademy.com/news/gjj-vs.-bjj-%E2%80%93-what%E2%80%99s-the-difference.asp) and liked it. Especially the part in regards to:

... Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is taught, first and foremost as a system of self-defense, with the objective of giving the student the ability to stay safe and prevail during a real street fight confrontation ...

Not sure if my perception is correct, but...it seems to me that JJ (ju jitsu) is more often than not a wrestling on the ground, as oppose to upright fighting, which is more suitable for girls. I want my daughter to be able to punch and kick, rather than grapple.

Furthermore, there is more action (movement) in a stand-up fighting as well.

My kids used to do it, my girl now 8yo has a mean punch, gave me a belly ache the other day.

But, it depends 100% on the teachers and their ability to teach.

We had a great teacher in Bkk, but now where we are, they are crap.

Where is that "great teacher in Bkk"?

Can you tell how to find him, phone number?

BTW, what martial art it was/is?

Taekwondo on Sathupradit soi 19 - do you have their phone number? Is it easy to find?

BTW, how do you know that there is a big market for Krav Maga in Bangkok, if nobody teaching/learning it?

Don't know the phone number. Its under one of the Fortune Condotown buildings, on the same row as Subway, its pretty much opposite the Starbucks.

http://www.soidb.com/bangkok/building/fortune-condotown.html

I don't think it is open all the time, only when there is a class on.

As for KM, I keep running into people who ask about it and there seems to be a few people looking online for it too. I'd wager there were enough people in Bangkok seeking it to fill a few classes a week at least.

Thank you. I'll try to find it. It should be close by the Central Rama 3 on the way to Makro.

Do you know what time they're open?

http://bkkbjj.com/

This would be my choice.

Brazilian jiu jitsu was developed to enable a physically weaker person overcome a stronger opponent. It has proved its worth in the mixed martial arts world by being one of the most used disciplines along with muy Thai.

Sent from my jungle hideout

BKKBJJ looks interesting. That link you posted put me on a journey through the internet which eventually led me to this :

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy : What is the difference between Gracie Jiu-Jitsu vs. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

Has anyone ever had any experience with GJJ? It sounds like a good fit for the OP's daughters and I'd be interested in trying it out as well. It's a pity that the nearest certified dojo is in Singapore.

The link you've posted does not work.

In Issan they sell them all over the place,,,, think they sell for about 160baht,,, best 160 baht I have ever spent In Thailand

Can you please post a photo of it?

What kind of can is it - the diameter of the opening?

They do kids Tae Kwondo on Sathupradit soi 19 near Chan.

There is a big market for Krav Maga in Bangkok but no one appears to teach it anywhere.

Taekwondo on Sathupradit soi 19 - do you have their phone number? Is it easy to find?

BTW, how do you know that there is a big market for Krav Maga in Bangkok, if nobody teaching/learning it?

^..

So, where a good teacher could be found?

martial art is for body exercise, not for self defence. there is specific self-defence training, 'get the job done'. I didn't see open training class for public.

<deleted> are u talking about? Martial arts are practiced for a variety of reasons: self-defense, competition, physical health, etc.

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What martial art for self defence for girls, and what school in Bangkok would you recommend?

Training can be in Thai or English.

Age group: around 10-12.

Preferred locations: Sathorn-Rama 4 area, Lumpini, Khlong Toey, Nanglinchee Rd, Chan Rd, etc.

What tv channels/programs one can get with such receivers?

P.S. I am in Bangkok and have the True dish with LNB.

Nobody?