KWF-England are hosting a two day course/competition

The course will take place on the Saturday 10:00 – 14:00 (inc. lunch break) following this there will be a Squad Training Session 14:30 – 16:00 (TBC)

The course will be under the instruction of KWF-GB’s senior karate-ka, ranging from 5th-7th Dan respectively

On Sunday there will be a competition starting at 10:00 prompt

For further details contact Sensei Barker (KWF-Wales) initially who will in turn contact the tournament organiser if he is unable to answer your query or visit KWF-ENGLAND WEBSITE

There will be opportunities for both sight seeing and also training whilst there so it will be of interest to all.

We will be making arrangements in the near future. Speak to Sensei John Barker or Stu for further information and to express your interest.

Thanks

Shihan Ian Smith

Shihan Ian Smith has been enrolled as a Member of the International Master Committee based in Japan, which is the Forum for Discussion of the Technical Standards, Instruction and the Planning of Competition Rules for Shotokan Karate

There will be a junior Kyu grade shotokan karate competition. This will comprise of Kata, Kihon Ippon Kumite and Team Kata

Time: 12.00 – Finish (approx 16:00)

Location: Hawarden High School, The Highway, Hawarden, N. Wales. CH5 3DJ

Cost: £7.50 per entrant (NOT Per category)

Hand protection and gumshields MUST be worn. Mitts can be provided if you do not own a pair.

Anybody wishing to enter or for further information contact us using the contact page.

Details that will be required: Name, Date of birth, Club, Instructors name, Grade, Height, Contact Details.

Entrants must be received by 7th November 2009

Sunday 15th Novemeber

Judge/Referee Theory Examination taken by Sensei Sidoli 10-00 to 11-30 (at St. Davids Hotel)
There will be a course which will be taken by Sensei Sidoli 12-00 to 16-00

Location: Hawarden High School, The Highway, Hawarden, N. Wales. CH5 3DJ

Time: 12:00 – 16:00

Cost: £10.00

These can be accessed by clicking on ’Photos’ in the menu.

If you have any photos that you wish to be included, please get in touch.

Regards,

Stu

On Friday 18th September 2009 Shihan Akihito Isaka arrived in the UK from Japan.

Shihan Isaka is an 8th Dan Black belt and the Assistant Chief instructor of Karatenomichi World Federation (KWF). Shotokan Karate

The purpose of the visit was to teach at the KWF Wales dojo in Hawarden, N. Wales. This was the 5th year that he has visited the dojo and each year he provides students with a further insight into his special training. Students at the Hawarden dojo were joined by approximately 80 other students of varying nationalities, all eager to learn from his vast experience.

Shihan Isaka’s training is based on hip movement and the ability to ’separate’ the hip in order to move more freely and improve technique. All movements are practised at a slow speed in order to gain control over each part of the body’s movement.

Over the 2 days students were able to watch some excellent demonstrations of Shihan Isaka’s training and also participate in carrying out his method of training under his watchful eye.

Although the training appears easy, when done properly it is extremely difficult and demanding on the body.

On Sunday 20th September two of KWF-Wales’ students were amongst many others from around the country who took part in dan grade examinations.

Charles Godfrey was sucessful in achieving the level of Shodan (1st dan black belt) and Dennis Hanwright was successful in achieving the level of Yondan (4th dan black belt). Both of these gradings were taken in front of a panel of 3 examiners who were Shihan Akihito Isaka, Shihan Robert Sidoli (7th dan KWF) and Shihan Sid Tadrist (6th dan KWF).

KWF-Wales would like to congratulate both Charles and Dennis in gaining these levels of achievement and wish them all the best for their future training. We would also like to congratulate all others who were successful in their examinations.

KWF Wales would also like to express their thanks to all persons who travelled to support the event. Because of such welcomed support it may now be possible to host a similar event in the future.

Referee Training

Kata & Kihon Ippon Kumite

Location: Hawarden High School, The Highway, Hawarden, N. Wales. CH5 3DJ

Time: 11:30 – 14:00

All Welcome

Pictured: From KWF Wales, Sensei Barker & Sensei Hanwright refereeing at the KWF European Championships 2008

The course was taught by referees that have had the privelege of being present and putting their skills to the test at World Level on many occasions.

The course also proved to be a definite benefit to competitors who experienced exactly what it is referees are looking for when in the competition arena. 

Following a successful turn out we plan to run a similar Course in September 2009. The course is open not only to referees but also to anyone who wants to have a practice at competing in a safe learning environment.

Watch this space for further details on the next course.

Referee Training

Kata & Kihon Ippon Kumite

Location: Hawarden High School, The Highway, Hawarden, N. Wales. CH5 3DJ

Time: 11:30 – 14:00

All Welcome

Pictured: From KWF Wales, Sensei Hanwright (far left) refereeing at the KWF World Championships 2009, Norway

Shihan Akihito Isaka

A 2-day course at Hawarden High School with Shihan Akihito Isaka (8th Dan) will be held Saturday & Sunday September 19th & 20th 2009.

A welcome repeat of previous successful events!

Training times

Saturday

• noon–1.30pm (all grades)
• 2–4pm (all grades)
• 4–5pm (adult dan grades only)

Sunday

• 10.30am (KWF grading)
• noon–1.30pm (all grades)
• 2–4pm (all grades)
• 4–5pm (adult dan grades only)

Training fees

• Adults: 1 day £30, 2 days £50
• Juniors (under-16): 1 day £25, 2 days £40

More info

• download the Isaka flyer 2009 (581kB Acrobat pdf file)
• download the Isaka booking form 2009 (488kB Acrobat pdf file)
• see our page of local accommodation suggestions

For further information, contact John Barker (0793-2155-211).