Newsletter #6, July 2021

UPCOMING EVENTS - ALL OF TERM 3

Monday 12 July 2021 - Term 3 all classes resume.

Special Classes

Saturday 17th July Kumite SunburyWest P.S Gym 1pm – 2pm

Saturday 24th July Kumite Sunbury West P.S Gym 1pm – 2pm

Saturday 31st July Weaponry Sunbury West P.S Gym 1pm – 2pm

Tuesday 3rd August Kumite Sunbury West P.S Gym 6.30pm – 7.20pm

Saturday 7th August Kumite Sunbury West P.S Gym 1pm – 2pm

Saturday 14th August Weaponry Sunbury West P.SGym 1pm – 2pm

Saturday 21st August Kumite Sunbury West P.S Gym 1pm – 2pm

Saturday 28th August Kumite Sunbury West P.S Gym 1pm – 2pm

Saturday 4th September Weaponry Sunbury West P.S Gym 1pm – 2pm

Tuesday 7th September Kumite Sunbury West P.S Gym 6.30pm – 7.20pm

Saturday 11th September Kumite Sunbury West P.S Gym 1pm – 2pm

Saturday 18th September Weaponry Sunbury West P.S Gym 1pm – 2pm

WBMA NEWS

Thankfully late into term 2 we were able to begin our classes again after a prolonged lockdown.  Even though we were unable to conduct our usual classes for the 3 weeks, we did see some of our students via the internet and were able to continue training and building their skills and knowledge.  Geoff and Bree also did not let the time go to waste and were able to ramp up some of their own personal training in the great ourdoors!

When we were able to return, we had a fair backlog of gradings to catch up on. 

We would like to congratulate everyone on their gradings, it was a particularly good effort considering a 3 week lockdown prior to your assessment, well done everyone.

SOCIAL MEDIA

We enjoy celebrating our students success with a post on social media and our website. We will only post a picture of a graded student onto social media once we have received the completed consent form.  Forms are generally given out following a students first grading.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM

We are providing special school holiday classes to make up for time lost. We are inviting all students to join us for the holiday program, not just those who normally attend Sunbury West Primary classes. Please click here to confirm with Bree if you you wish to attend our holiday program. Week 1 was a great hit! The days and times are as follow;

Tuesday 6th July - Sunbury West Primary School Gym

Tai Chi - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Wednesday 7th July - Sunbury West Primary School Gym

Kids Karate - 4:00pm to 4:50pm

Junior karate - 5:00pm to 5:50pm

Mixed Kids and Juniors Karate - 6:30pm to 7:20pm

Adult Karate - 7:30pm to 8:30pm

PRIVATE LESSONS

Recently we were able to secure the Gym at Sunbury Height P.S to do private lessons after our regular Friday afternoon class. We are offering 30-minute private lessons for those who are interested. Please contact Geoff or Bree for more information as places are limited.

TAI CHI - Cheng Ming Logo

Cheng Ming Australia has recently advised that it is a requirement for all Tai Chi students to wear a suitable top displaying the Cheng Ming logo when training or grading.

We have recently placed an order of light weight microfiber shirts and they are currently getting the logos on, we will be distributing to those who ordered shortly. 

If you still need to organise a top with a logo, please contact Bree for options, we also can arrange embroidery if you have a favorite top.

CHENG MING WEAPONRY - SHORT STICK

Open to all our WBMA karate and tai chi students, weaponry classes offer a chance to broaden your martial arts knowledge and enjoy learning something a bit different. There is an interesting connection between our karate and tai chi styles as Ohtsuka Tadahiko Sensei (whose photo is at the front of our karate dojo) studied for a time with Grandmaster Wang Shu Chin who developed the Cheng Ming internal kung fu system that we teach.

Our next Weaponry class is on Saturday July 31st, 1-2pm, at Sunbury West P.S Gym so save the date to keep learning more of the short stick pattern.

KUMITE CLASSES

In our influx of gradings at the end of term 2 we had a few 6th Kyu gradings (Green belt).  That now means these students are eligible to participate in the Kumite (Sparring) classes offered on many Saturday afternoons and the occasional Tuesday evening. 

By achieving the level of 6th Kyu it means the student has demonstrated an understanding of their skills and show respect to their fellow students.  This is why we introduce kumite at this level.

There are two types of Kumite we teach in our Goju Seishin Karate Do Dojo, one is a style of self-defence, and the other is more sports karate (like at the Olympics).  Both require students to show the utmost of respect to their partners so both parties can learn the skill necessary to defend or attack.  We wear protective gear to ensure the safety of students, the gear is there for precaution (not so we hit hard) as we learn more control of our movements.

All student’s 6th Kyu and above are welcome to join in regardless of experience. Like in our regular classes, no matter what level you are, we will help teach and develop every individual’s skill. Please contact Geoff or Bree if you have any questions.

Our next Kumite session is Saturday 17th July, SunburyWest P.S Gym 1pm – 2pm click here to register your interest

MEMBERSHIP BENIFITS

As part of your annual membership with Wellbeing Martial Arts, you can access our online learning portal, a library of educational videos, through our website. 

This is an excellent tool for all students to use at home when training. These videos feature Geoff or Bree and show all the skills you need to know for your level of training and is available to Karate and Tai Chi Students.

If you have not received your password to access the website videos please contact Geoff or Bree.

CONTACT

For any queries please contact,

Geoff - geoff@wellbeingmartialarts.com.au or 0419 599 206

Bree - bree@wellbeingmartialarts.com.au or 0419 364 320