How cool The Spa Guy save this studio to be a museum! Put it on my must see list.

And now you own this building and are using it to honor Elvis. Great job Spa Guy. We’ll see you in less than 2 weeks for Elvis week 45! 🕺🕺

I am back here since watching your current vid on re-opening this building as a museum. So cool!! Lots of work was done to bring this back. I do hope that the previous proprietors have moved on to another building and are continuing their work. 🇨🇦👊🏻

You have an incredible eye for detail, Spa....Don't change a thing, just keep em' comin boy..

Love these Elvis vids, and actually visiting the places and meeting the people there now and hearing their stories. Just like that guy said, what a time to have lived in, so much personality. And that was nice that Elvis left his coke bottles for the kids, he probably knew how they felt after everything he and his family had gone through.

Now that was super cool, SG you are the best, Elvis why did you leave us so young, God you had so much life to live, seeing this now is sad, because Elvis enjoyed karate so much, and paid alot of money to open that karate school, and look at it now, i thank god for SG doing this, really you are making a big difference for Elvis fans,

Thanks Billy from Scotland, your vids are superb and as a life long fan of the King are always fascinating. Keep them coming mate.

It's amazing what you have accomplished with the dojo and museum. My wife and I will definitely visit when we come to Memphis.

What an amazing job you have done with the dojo you really are an amazing guy Elvis would be so happy

Ah really interesting Billy.i was watching every detail.must have felt so good being inside the exact building where Elvis has set foot so many times and would do his karate 🥋 fantastic work as always.and to the owners thank you so much.not forgetting our Drew.

Who knew we would still be fascinated with Elvis 41 years after his death, Spa Guy knows and he shares it with us. Tighten up!

Walking in Memphis with Spa Guy bringing the past back to life. Taking us places we never thought we would see and giving photos context and history. Photos we have seen many times. Thank You Billy. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family

Great video can never get enough of elvis presley. ..take care. .. thanks for tightening up....God bless you. ...curt

I went to kang rhee studio in the early 80s with the UK Elvis fan club i met kang and got a signed picture of him with Elvis great memories been back to Graceland a few times but never been back to the studio thanks for the upload Elvis presley is always taking care of business and always will

My son was in a karate competition the year before he graduated in 2006. Kang Rhee was at the competition. The ones who won trophies took pictures with him. I talked to him for a bit afterwards and told him Ive been a fan of Elvis for many yrs & how I've crossed paths with Elvis many times. He got his wallet out and pulled a photo of him & Elvis out and signed it for me. He was such a nice man, and I was fortunate that day.

I met Kang Rhee around 1976 when I visited with my parents as we'd been to Graceland, etc. I have a photo of me and Kang Rhee together and Mr. Rhee let me put a guitar around my neck that Elvis had given to him, so that was quite exciting for me.

Thank you Billy for sharing this video about Kang`s Karate studio.

You, sir, are obsessed.... and I freaking love it, man!

Nice of that guy to show you around. Glad he did

Wow even his karate suit is in style of his image. 😄 so cute! Thanks @spyguy 👍

Another wonderful video Billy! Thank so much for the hours you put in giving us insight into The King’s life..No one puts in the amount of work that you do to give us these treasures that we would never get to see without your dedication. You’re an awesome bloke!

How did I miss this one? Come on You Tube!!! Great video!!! It was actually nice to see this now knowing what I know today. And what you must be feeling also. How awesome!!! Can’t wait to visit there. Spa Guy tightened up Friends

Thank you again, all of you southerners seem so very kind and helpfull. That was so nice of the Easters to allow the time and effort to assist you and bless us.May God bless

I admire your eye for detail. That research recreates history. Especially when it pertains to Elvis.

Great job bill

I love when you compare the old pictures with the present day places!! This was interesting to watch! Thankyou

Another interesting story keep them coming Mr. Spa Guy ty bunches

Another great travel back in Elvis’s life!! Man, he sure got around!🤣 But it sure is great seeing places where he had spent time!!! Good job SG, thank you for sharing with fans!!!!

Thanks Billy for another great video! Because of this video I was able to contact Kang Rhee, and purchased an autographed photo of of he and Elvis. Thanks!

I love this too Spa Guy👏🏼you can really make me and all of us get so into every step of where EP was! I’m so happy your so on point 👊🏼👍🏼😎Thank you 💖

Really, really cool stuff, Spa Guy!! I will have to make sure I do a drive-by of this location. Awesome!!

I had the joy to met Master Rhee in 1987 at Memphis , he was just perfect with the Elvis's fans . Elvis believed in numerology , could he expected that Kang Rhee will die a 16th August like him ? RIP master of my master .

Great job, Billy. I love your vídeos. You can transport us to the life that ELVIS lived. It's all so real that It only lacked his presence.

Spa Guy.. Thank you.. for all your hard work. it is appreciated. I enjoy your videos.. so very much..

Hi Billy.. thanks for sharing another wonderful video!.. Enjoyed!.. your friend Bonnie

Its amazing how things change over time love the videos

Thank you Spa Guy for sharing where Elvis use to do karate at Kang Rhee's studio. I remember watching a video awhile back about Elvis doing some Karate demonstrations with Red West and Kang Rhee . Kang Rhee was explaining about how Elvis had hurt his hand . It wasn't from doing karate . It was from where a fan had cut his hand with her ring when he shook her hand. It looks like it hurts too . It's so swollen !! Bless his heart . Thanks for another great video Spa Guy !!! I hope you and your family have a very Happy Thanksgiving !!! 🍂🍁🍂🍁

Great job as usual billy..keep it coming

great video its sad to see Elvis karate dojo like this really it should of been preserved for the fans with photo's of Elvis at the dojo and his karate suites on display and his achievements and award on display as well as video footage of Elvis training at the gym ok there would have to be security measures put in place but it would of been nice, Graceland could of put it as part of the Elvis tour its a same but it was nice to see the comparison photos

You are the best Spa guy 🇫🇷

great video! was curious about the karate studio!

Favorite part.. Elvis leaving the bottles for the kids.. great history..

That's incredible Billy. Great research. So historical. This is what I'm talking about. Can't tighten up much more than that brother. Good stuff.

Excellent stuff. I was thinking that Kang Rhee was still there and that you had talked to him. That would've been awesome. Anyway, this was still a cool video. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍

This is awesome! Thanks for making this.

Great job ! Thank you!

Thanks for sharing I been wanting to see a video of this love your stuff as always!

As usual, great job sir!! Thank you!!

Really cool one. Thanks Spaguy!

Thanks again for this one. Nice comparisons from now and then. Much appreciated 👍🏼

Very cool man ! You are bringing history back to life. I bet you still get goose bumps walking in the same tracks and Big E. I think this documentation is so important. Elvis and Muhammad Ali are the biggest names of the last century. Who’s more well known ??? Jesus of course but next to him Elvis is an absolute anomaly. Great work . I’m binge watching .

Mr. Spa Guy thank you again for another one of your fantastic Elvis trivia videos...your hard work in bringing these to the Elvis fans. I referred your channel to my areas local Elvis impersonator. He mentions some Elvis trivia when doing his shows so thought he would like your channel. Happy Thanksgiving to you and Ms Lorie and family. Tighten up. Lord bless.

I really enjoyed this video, Spa Guy. Probably the most out of any video I’ve seen so far.

Vernon asked Master Rhee to try to teach Elvis to lean on his Spiritual Strength instead of pills, of course to Master Rhee's dismay he wouldn't cave and told him I have to have this to do my job. Master Rhee's Heart broke for him. My God, they even died on the same day!!! 8-16

This was a great vidio alot of insight as always spa guy number 1

ELVIS the King!

Perfecto video.

Who gave you a thumbs down? Shame on them lol. Oh Spa Guy if paneling could talk. The stories it would tell. Speaking of paneling, I would have had to touch it. But I am handsy especially when the signs say don't touch. 😊 thank you again

@Spa Guy Another phenomenal look into the past Billy, I can't thank you enough for these pieces to the E.A.P. puzzle I don't know how you keep coming up with these awesome facts but please keep'em coming!!!!!! I'm like a little kid on Christmas morning whenever I get the notification that you've uploaded another one of your videos. And on a side note I'd like to wish you and your Family a Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving 🦃 in advance, and of course may God Bless you my Friend.

Billy said if i want to comment,,i got to use my name,,this is cousin Britt,,,nice job sir

👏🏽 Another good video, cheers

Thank you for all the time and work you and Ashley put into these videos for us. We appreciate them very much. God bless you both

Really liked the extended video SG! Awesome Vid :)

Love the cool history & stories! More great detective work by the Spa Guy! Thank you!!

Thank you for doing this. I asked you for this but you may have already had the idea. Great job 👍🏻

My great pleasure for your work. Its fantastic.

Love Your Channel Spa Guy! ....Awesome Work!

Fantastic Billy! If I could give you a Medal of Freedom I would;-) What you're doing and putting together is truly a work of love, I'm sure, but it's also - collectively - an historical national treasure. It takes a myriad of talent from research to first rate people skills to video editing prowess contained all in one person with the passion and drive to get out there and go do it. And gettin' out there and gettin' it done is what it's all about and neither myself nor the other 25,000 individuals who follow you can truly thank you enough. But one day, I hope our paths will cross and I will at least be able to say thank you in a way that truly imparts my appreciation. God bless you; stay safe; and I'm proud to be able to call you a friend. ~ Christopher Tyler, Washington D.C.

Just another awesome video Billy, Thanks

hello spa guy i was lucky to have met kang rhee in 2004 he was very approachable i have all the badges related to elvis etc

Rip Kang Rhee 16 August 2019

Ghosts .... Worth just a quick quick peek.... That tree has shed its leaves.... Thx

Elvish was awesome

I love the picture comparisons!!! Keep up the great work!!

Nice to see

Awesome

Great detective work as always... I've always loved Elvis Karate moves and I've seen the documentary "Gladiators" made few years ago from his original filming in the 70s... But I've always wondered how good Was he really, I think he made it to 8th degree.... He certainly was proficient definetly deserving his black belts but did his celebrity status jump him up the black belt ladder? Or did he have that level of skill... Great video as always.. Thanks

6:27 The post seen behind the kneeeling Elvis looks wider than the one shown just prior at 6:00.

Like the others have said, my favorite part is when you compare the pic's. It's like I go back in time. Thanks for the history you bring to us!

Wow just more great Elvis stuff to take in !!! In the Movie This is Elvis is't there some clip of Elvis . Doing Karate. And is that film in this building ??.

Awesome video Billy. I remember a video that showed Elvis going into a building and heading upstairs to practice karate. Wonder where that was?

Very nice enjoying thanks 😊

Spa Guy....anyone out there....how the hell can something as plain and simple as wall paneling outlive Elvis Presley? This world ain't right.

I remember the Poplar location and was a student as a kid.

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

Your research is always absolutely incredible

Wow that building has changed a whole lot. Nice. Hey any chance you can visit Poplar Tunes? Didn't E visit there from before fame? Walked from Lauderdale, etc etc.

Very Cool. Nice of them to open up their business to you. The Gee that Elvis wore in those pics...is it on display @ Graceland?

How does this guy only have 25k subs? Keep up the great work, I love your videos!

I believe one day Billy will buy the building and restore it and call it the Tigerman dojo and karate museum and it will be a huge hit.

What do you think about the Medal of Honor being given to Elvis? Wish some one from his family would have been there for his memorial award.

Billy the 1911 poplar av karate school, is that the one featured in the film this is elvis where he climbs the staircase to the first floor?

Took lessons at KhangRhee's 1979 t0 1982 at studio acroos from Overton Park on Poplar

Was the emblem seen on some of Elvis’s guitars in the 1970s from Kang Rhee’s dojo? KR is Korean. I realize he was a martial arts instructor to Elvis but I thought Elvis focused more on the Japan-based Kenpo school of karate.

Great video billy! I’m a bit confused where elvis recorded gladiators I think in around 74 or 75. I’m taking it that this was filmed elsewhere in Memphis because he appears to go up a flight of stairs to the training area

Now where is the place that we see in the famous footage of him walking up the stairs with Linda Thompson to the 2nd floor.? Was that the other dojo Im guessing that turned into a bar?

Hi dear mr spa guy, thanks for your continuous work. Do you actually know why the big hotel near Graceland was torn down? I saw the empty space on google earth 🌏 and the hotel looked very good on pictures. Was it a Financial disaster? Maybe you or pretty Ashley know about that?

Nvm Billy, just heard u talking about an upstairs at another location.

Hi

Should have asked for a piece of the paneling.