Congratulations to everyone who participated in the grading last night. Even taking part in the workout is a rewarding experience.
Special congratulations to those of you who were awarded promotions!
A wise person once said, “… don’t treat a grading just like any other workout; treat every workout as if it were a grading.” Another wise person puts it this way, “Practice like you play!”
Well done, everyone!
Have a Happy Holiday season, everyone! 2011 was another great year in the dojo and we’re looking forward to an exciting 2012!
Remember that there is a grading for the Just for Kicks group on January 17 and possibly for the adult/jr. group as well. Keep checking here for details.
Our first night back is Tuesday, January 10. See you then!
We hosted a great tournament this weekend! Way to go everyone who helped out and particpated!
For our tournament newbies… it likely didn’t take long to realize what a friendly and supportive environment the tournament is. Every person in that room remembers their first tournament vividly. We were all a bit nervous and just a little tense before the kumite portion of our division started… “what are the other competitors going to be like?” Well, now that the first one is in the books, we can start planning for the next tournament we’ll attend!!
Just a couple of things…
We are MISSING a pair of Reebok running shoes, size 12. Please check to make sure that you have the correct shoes.
Also, there were some items left at the tournament so if we don’t have them in the club’s lost and found, you can check the lost and found at the high school.
Regular classes continue on Tuesday and we’ll start preparing for the first grading of the year! See you Tuesday.
until our tournament!!!
That’s right, the tournament is only a few days away so we really need to keep working hard. The registration form is here: 2011 Tournament Registration Form
Many of us have signed up to help at the tournament doing various jobs from the canteen to the prize raffle table. But just because you didn’t sign up, don’t hesitate to go and offer your help to someone. Maybe the merchandise table needs a hand at a busy time, or the canteen is busy… Just go up and say, “Hey! I’m going to help!” You won’t be turned away!
Keep working on those katas and remember – block and counter; block and counter!
Also, don’t forget that order forms for the duffle bags are due on November 29! Here is the order form: Duffle Bag Order Form2011
Here is a link to download our “2011 Tournament Registration Form“.
If possible, please print this, complete it, and bring it with you to the tournament. It saves a great deal of time. Thank you.
Great workout this week, everyone! Everyone should do really well at the tournament!
Regular Karate Classes resume this Tuesday, November 1!
It’s time to start getting ready for the tournament on November 26!
See you at the dojo.
Just a reminder that regular karate classes have been CANCELLED for TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25. The Elementary school is hosting the Missoula Children’s Theatre and they are using the space for their rehearsals.
However, that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t do any karate next week. Take some of the time that you would normally spend at karate class and go through your techniques and katas. For some of our newer members, try to do the counting in Japanese even just for a few counts that you can remember to help train your mind to the number system.
Always remember that what you get out of something is equal to what you put into it. Work on your karate and it will work for you.
Just a reminder that REGISTRATION NIGHT is next week, Tuesday, September 13.
Regular classes begin on Tuesday, September 20.
See the post below for the details.
September is just around the corner and that means the start of another karate season!
Keep checking here for the new Registration Information and Sign-up night.
The SWKKF National Team will be working out this weekend, August 5 & 6, in Boissevain, MB.
We’re invited to join them for some great workouts. Here are the details:
On Friday evening, August 5, there will be a children’s class (11 years and under) from 6 pm-7:30 pm at the Legion Hall. This class will be instructed by Sensei Heather Fidyk. Following this, National Team Head Coach and SWKKF Chief Instructor Sensei Ron Mattie will lead a class from 7:30-10:00 pm for adolescents/adults (12 years and over).
On Saturday all SWKKF karateka aged 12 and over are welcome to join the team for training from 9:00 am-12:00 pm and again from 1:00-4:00 pm. These sessions will also be held at the Legion Hall.
Those wishing to have accommodation can phone the Wilderness Inn (204-534-7155) or the Red Coat Inn (1-866-534-2406).
Please bring all of your required kumite gear and a water bottle.
Boissevain is located approximately 70 km south of Brandon.
Having the National Team meeting so close to us is a great opportunity! We hope to see a good representation from Carlyle.
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