April Newsletter

Newsletter #26, APRIL 2023

SETTLED INTO OUR NEW LOCATIONS

Our transition from Sunbury West primary school has gone off without a hitch. Thank you to all for being so understanding and making the transition easy. The new location on Saturday morining has been fantastic at the Dulap Wilim Hub. Being able to switch on a heater or cooler (sometimes on the same day thanks to Melbourne’s weather!) at the press of a button has been lovely.

Our move to Killara on Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s has also gone well. Although the room is a little smaller we often have the gym available to run around and also have the added benefit of heating and cooling when needed.

It looks like Sunbury West P.S is on track with their renovations, so we hope to be back there in term 3. In the meantime, the full list of class locations for term 2 is listed below 👇

TAI CHI and WELLBEING

Tai Chi is a great way to improve your health and well being. It is easy on the body, but yields amazing results if you keep at it.

Tai Chi is sometimes called meditation in motion. The system we teach takes students on a journey involving both mind and body.

We are currently offering free trial lessons on Tuesday evenings (7.30pm) if you would like to give it a go. Classes are in the Killara Primary School Theatre which has air conditioning and heating with close parking and easy access. Please let Bree or Geoff know if you would like to try. Email either of us;

geoff@wellbeingmartialarts.com.au or, bree@wellbeingmartailarts.com.au

WEAPONRY CLASS

THIS SATURDAY

1st April - 1:00pm to 2:00pm at DULAP WILIM HUB, Leichardt st. Sunbury.

We look forward to continuing the progression of our kung fu weaponry program this year.

All students are welcome to come along to this class, no experience needed. The cost is one pre-paid lesson, no uniform required just comfortable clothes and footwear.

Please let Bree know if you’re coming to help in class planning. EMAIL BREE HERE

BLACK BELT GRADINGS

We would like to congratulate two of our long serving junior students on obtaining black belt gradings. Very few studnets have the endurance and tenacity to make it to this level.

Earlier in the month Riley completed his Shodan grading (full black belt) and last weekend Sam completed his Shodan Ho (probationary blackbelt).

Both these young men showed great maturity in the lead up to and on the day of their gradings, it was a pleasure and a privilege to see them both do so well. Congratulations from all the Wellbeing Martial Arts members. 🥋🎉👍🥋

For those wondering how our karate grading system works, this shows the progression through the ranks at Goju Seishin, Wellbeing Martial Arts.

CIRCLES OF WILLOW - EMPATHY

Things are changing at circles. From term 2, we are reopening our Wednesday evening circles and wait listing Saturday morning. On 26/04/2023 at 7:00pm we begin our ‘Are you an empath? Reclaim your Superpower’ series. Having participated in a Shift Network Empaths and Highly Sensitive People program, I became aware of the prevalence of empaths and the unique issues we face. Being so porous to the energies around us, we absorb everything and suffer exhaustion, adrenal fatigue, chronic pain, and depression as a result. An educated empath has a broader picture view of the world, team building attitudes and can enable a balanced point of view.

This nine-week course offers, insight, evaluation. and valuable protection strategies for those blessed with this gift. Learn to help yourself or support an empathic family member or friend. Contact us at Circles of willow to reserve your place.

Keep up to date with circles happenings at https://www.facebook.com/circlesofwillow

ONLINE TRAINING

All our members have access to the online learning portal via our website as part of their annual membership. This is a great tool in assisting training at home for all levels of karate or tai chi. If you have not received your password, or having trouble logging in, please contact Geoff.

PRIVATE LESSONS

We have availability on Saturday afternoons at 1pm and 1:30pm for a 30 minute private lesson. Often we are asked who can do these sessions, and the answer is ANYONE! They are a great way to build confidence and refine skills at any level. Please contact Bree if you are interested.

SELF DEFENCE

We have scheduled time for a couple of self defence programs in term 2. We currently have one place available in a women’s self defence course on Thursday 27th April and Thursday 4th May. (7.00pm to 8.30pm).

Please contact Bree if you are interested.

HAPPY EASTER

We wish all our members and their families a very happy and safe easter holiday period. Look forward to seeing everyone in Term 2. Remember, if you would like to practice over the holiday’s we have our online portal for you 👍😁

UPCOMING EVENTS

DATES FOR THE DIARY:

TERM 1 2023

The last classes for Term 1 2023 is Thursday 6th of April at Killara P.S.

THURSDAY 6th April classes -

KIDS - 4:00pm

JUNIORS - 5:00pm

ADVANCED JUNIORS - 6:00pm

NO CLASSES Good Friday, 7th April.

TERM 2 2023

Classes commence Monday 24th April at Diggers Rest P.S,

KIDS 3:30pm,

JUNIORS 4:30pm.

Public holiday (ANZAC DAY) Tuesday 25th April - NO CLASSES

WEAPONRY -

1st April 2023 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm - DULAP WILIM HUB, Leichardt St (off Elizabeth drive)

CONTACT

For any queries please contact,

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

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