We will be having a workout on Friday, April 10 in our dojo for our members who are unable to attend the Saskatoon/Warman tournament but would still like to get in a workout this week.

This workout will begin at 6:oo p.m.

See you at the dojo!

There are no regular karate classes this week due to the school holiday.

Just a reminder to everyone that the Saskatoon/Warman Wado Kai Karate Tournament is THIS WEEKEND in Warman, SK.

Here is the information one last time 2015 Saskatoon/Warman Poster

We hope that our attending members do well! We know you will be excellent ambassadors of our club!

For those of you who are not going to Warman, we may be having a workshop here in Carlyle some time on Friday, April 10. Keep checking here for time and location if we are able to set somthing up.

See you at the dojo!

There IS regular class tonight, but the roads around Carlyle are extremely slippery.

If you should decide to attend class, please be careful on the roads! Remember… we’d rather talk TO you than ABOUT you!

See you at the dojo!

Good work last week, everyone! Be sure to keep working hard to prepare for the upcoming grading.

Congratulations to the organizers of the South Calgary tournament. They had over 300 participants!! WOW!

Remember that the next tournament nearest to us is the Saskatoon/Warman Tournament. Here’s the info: 2015 Saskatoon/Warman Poster

See you at the dojo!

Session 3 began on March 3. Please remember to turn in your fees at the next class!

Good job, everyone in class this week! Everyone is working really hard.

Don’t forget about the Calgary tournament this weekend if you’re interested in attending what could be the Federation’s largest tournament. Here’s the info again… 2015 South Calgary Poster

The Saskatoon/Warman tournament is coming up in Warman at the end of Easter break. It is also a good event. Many Saskatoon members make the trek down here to participate in our tournament… it would be great to reciprocate by going up to theirs. Here’s the Saskatoon info... 2015 Saskatoon/Warman Poster

If anyone is needing a new passport book because theirs is full, please see Sensei Cara at Tuesday’s class.

New students requiring their first passport book will be receiving them soon once Sensei Cara knows how many books are needed.

For those of you who don’t know what a “Passport Book” is… It is a small book produced by our Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation. In it, you keep track of all of your karate experience. Beginning with your membership year sticker and including areas to keep track or your tournament, advanced clinic, score-keeping, judging, and grading experience. You are also given a membership number by the Federation that is included in this book.

See you at the dojo!

Well done to all of our members who attended the Manitoba Provincial Wado Kai Karate Tournament this weekend in Hamiota!

Although the event was a little smaller than last year, everyone enjoyed seeing Sensei Denis again and performed well in both kata and kumite!

Regular classes continue this week.

The next tournament nearest to us is the South Calgary Wado Kai tournament beginning on March 12, 2015 in Calgary, AB.

Here is some information about this large and exciting event. 2015 South Calgary Poster

See you at the dojo!

Just a reminder that the Manitoba Provincial Wado Kai Karate tournament is being held this weekend in Hamiota, MB.

Be sure to check the requirements regarding kumite competition before you go to ensure that you have the necessary equipment.

Good luck to everyone!

Here’s the Manitoba Provincial Tournament Info Update and list of requirements:

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The information posted below are the requirements from Karate Manitoba to which we must adhere in order to hold the Shintani tournament this year.

Most of the information is the same as our tournament, but there are 2 significant differences:

1) Glasses may not be worn during kumite matches.

2) Foot and shin pads MUST be worn by ALL competitors 12 years and older. We sell these, but if we have to order them from Shintani Central Purchasing they may not arrive in time for the tournament. You could see if you could borrow some from someone else if this is the case for you. It is a good idea to have these anyway. Please contact one of the Senseis if you plan to attend this tournament and require leg pads or have other questions.

Most of the rest of the listed safety standards are the same as we follow. For example:

– Everyone MUST have hand pads AND mouth guards.

– Chest protection is optional.

– ALL male competitors age 14 and over MUST wear groin protection. We encourage that ALL male competitors, regardless of age, wear a protective cup.

– Groin protection is strongly encouraged for female competitors as well.

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KARATE MANITOBA

– COMPETITION MINIMUM SAFETY STANDARDS

Medical declaration form must be filled out by each individual and be signed by their own signature if they are an adult (18+) and must be signed by a parent/guardian if they are under the age of 18.

Competitions Area

– Mats are not mandatory but strongly recommended that they be 1m*1m, 1 inch thick, interlocking and need not be WKF approved.

Body Protector/Chest Protector

– The use of WKF style body protectors and chest protector is recommended but optional

Face Masks

– The use of facemasks is prohibited unless otherwise noted in the competition rules for that competition

Glasses

– To ensure the safety of the competitors, glasses are not allowed during kumite bouts.

– Regular glasses may be worn during kata competition.

– Soft contact lenses can be worn at the competitor’s own risk

Medical Personnel

– All competitions must ensure a qualified emergency medical personnel are present for the entirety of the competition

**Other**

– Groin protection is mandatory for all male competitors 14 years of age and older.

– Gum shield (mouth guard) is compulsory for competitors

– Gloves/fist protectors must be foam filled and vinyl covered WKF style. Cloth or leather gloves are not permitted. (This is the same as our rules)

– The use of WKF style shin/instep pads is mandatory for all competitors 12 years of age and older.

– Competitors may wear religious head coverings if approved by the Chief Official. The head coverings can only cover the hair/head but cannot cover the throat area. A letter of request must be signed by the competitor or their parent/guardian if the competitor is under the age of 18, and submitted by the registration deadline.

Regular classes resume this week!

Just for Kicks at 6:30 and the Jr/Adult class at 7:30.

See you at the dojo!

It is with sad hearts that we say goodbye to our good friend, Sensei Jeff Fenrick.

Sensei passed away on Sunday at his home in Manor, SK.

Here is a link to the information and obituary from Hall Funeral Services in Estevan.

http://www.hallfuneralservices.ca/book-of-memories/2066957/Fenrick-Geoffery/obituary.php