* Started his martial arts training in 1965.
*Black Belt Ranks In:
Keno Karate/T-Jujitsu,
*His Kenpo rank has been recognized & endorsed by many "Kenpo" Masters & Grandmaster's.
Taiho-Jitsu & Judo.
Master Trainer - Ameri-Thai Kickboxing.
*Rank Recognized by the Northern Shaolin Temple.
-Sponsored by many Chinese Masters and Grandmaster's,
-Rank recognition certificate was personally signed by the Temples Senior Monk,
- Awarded to Al C. free of charge.
*Memberships and Leadership Positions in:
- Hawaii Martial Arts International Society - Former V.P.
- North American GM Council - Admin. President
- North East Instr's / Combat Kempo/Kenpo, - C.E.O. & Board of Directors,(Senior member).
- East Coast Karazenpo Association - C.E.O.
- Cunningham's Kenpo Karate Association - Founder
*Awards:
- Mass. House of Rep's - Citation For Excellence In Law Enforcement Training.
- Grandmaster of The Year "2001"- G.M. Ed Browns Hall of Fame.
- Grandmaster of The Year "2003"- Hawaii Martial Arts Society Hall Of Fame.
* Military & Law Enforcement Info:
- US Army Corp of Engineers 1967 - 1970, (Sergeant E-5).
- VNam - 1969.
- Law Enforcement:
Retired - 11/07/2007,
Motorcycle Officer,
Tactical Instructor,
Baton Instructor,
FBI Certified Firearms Instructor,
Cruiser Rifle Instructor,
Machine Gun Instructor,
Shotgun Instructor,
Arson Investigator,
Handcuffing Instructor,
- Misc. Info:
Rifle Expert - Military 300 Yard Course.
Handgun - Distinguished Expert: