Getting settled in, so it’s time for morning training again with Soke Sensei. As usual training started at 6:30am with 30 minutes meditation in seiza. This morning Tanaka Sensei & Todd Sensei both joined us for training. I love the energy they both bring into the dojo, again a bit of a trip down memory
Early start on Wednesday, this was our first scheduled morning training session with Soke Sensei. Into the dojo early, windows and doors opened up to let in a bit of air. Airflow is a really good thing when you do morning classes with Soke Sensei. But also being mindful to stay quiet, because the dojo
I love the simplicity of the Japanese sleeping arrangements. Futon laid out on the tatami, didn’t even worry about a blanket last night until the early hours of the morning because it was quite warm over night. At a guess, a bit over 20 degrees and quite humid. Tuesday (Day 2) there was no scheduled
The latest newsletter (October Edition) is now available for download. Hard copies are available from the dojo or on the dojo noticeboard, or you can view it online – October 2015 Newsletter (PDF 5.2MB). This month’s newsletter features: 2015 Friendship Tournament 2015 Japan Training Adventure: Good luck to Bailey Keefe (2015 Training Scholarship Recipient) Highlights 2015
It’s hard to believe that it’s been 3 years since my last visit to Japan. But it’s still like going home. This year I’m accompanying Bailey Keefe who was awarded Japan training scholarship by our local Sunshine Coast association committee and his Mum Nikki. For the 2 years prior the scholarships were awarded to Jodie
The latest newsletter (September Edition) is now available for download. Hard copies are available from the dojo or on the dojo noticeboard, or you can view it online – 2015 September Newsletter (PDF 3.4MB). This month’s newsletter features: 15 Week Morning Training Intensive Success (picture: Sonya Wright, Richard Garnett, Gary Evans) Committed To Excellence (pictures: Chloe
The latest newsletter (August Edition) is now available for download. Hard copies are available from the dojo or on the dojo noticeboard, or you can view it online – 2015 August Newsletter (PDF 4.1MB). This month’s newsletter features: Committed To Black Belt Committed To Excellence Japanese Language Highlights July Grading Bring-a-Parent Week Bo Seminars & Worshops
Congratulations to all Sunshine Coast students who passed gradings today, Saturday 18th July. It was wonderful to see so many people stepping up for gradings so well prepared. As a result we are pleased to say that everyone passed today. Normally it’s not the case that everyone passes gradings. If you’re not well prepared or
The latest newsletter (July Edition) is now available for download. A copy has also been mailed to all members, or you can view it on the dojo noticeboard. 2015 July Newsletter (PDF 6.5MB). This month’s newsletter features: 10 Years of Training for James & Helen O’Grady Committed To Excellence Japanese Language Highlights Beach Training June
The latest newsletter (June Edition) is now available for download. Or, you can grab a copy from the dojo or view on dojo noticeboard. 2015 June Newsletter (PDF 7.0MB). This month’s newsletter features: 3 Years Training for Bradman & Cooper SCK Leadership Team May Highlights: Grading results, guest instructor, QLD Camp Japanese Language Upcoming Events 2015 QLD Camp Group
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