Uke-waza: "The Quadrant Drill" is now available
Posted: 07 March 2010
It is now here. Yeh, volume 15 - Uke waza Futari-geiko or as we know it, "The Quadrant Drill".
This DVD is another masterpiece created by Patrick McCarthy Hanshi and covers a wide range of effective self defence techniques against a variety of punches and kicks then goes one step further to teaching you how to stop these against a wall and on the ground.
Shihan Kennedy will be going to Australia for the Annual International Gasshuku so if you would like a copy and want to save the freight charge please let your club instructor know. The DVD costs $45.00 NZ and payment is required before the 18th March. Price is subject to change after this date and will depend on the exchange rate.
Mat Reid Seminar at Pro-active MA
Posted: 07 March 2010
Shihan Johnny got the opportunity to train with Australian Thai Boxing Champion and trainer Mat Reid on Friday 5th and Saturday 6th March. The friday night covered clinching skills where he focused on keeping things simple, learning how to turn your opponent effectively and making good use of a variety of different kneeing combinations.
The Saturday afternoon seminar started with some alternative warm up drills which was allot of fun and set the mood for the day. He then put us through our paces with heaps of pad-work, making sure we where doing the techniques correctly. Repetition was the key. We then got to play around with the Superman punch then onto some sparing drills.
The whole weekend was allot of fun and Mat's easy going nature made it enjoyable by all. We look forward to Nigel, Anna and the team at Pro-active MA bringing more quality instructors for all of us to learn from in the future.
For more upcoming seminars please check out our upcoming events page.
Full range of martial arts supplies in our Clubshop
Posted: 04 March 2010
We now have a full range of protective equipment, pads and uniforms available to purchase from your club instructors. Please make use of some of the great deals avaialble to our members. To see these amzing offers check out our clubshop page.
Competition Karate Kits now available with a limited package special
Posted: 04 March 2010
We now have the competition karate kits available for sale. The kit includes a pair of red and blue gloves, A red & blue belt, shin n step protectors and a mouth guard. Cost is $60.00 and is for a limited time only. Please talk to your club instrutor to take advantage of this FANTASTIC offer.
Protective gear special for club members
Posted: 28 February 2010
We have just managed to get a excellent package deal on the Taekwondo competition sparring gear. The kit includes the Body shield, Forearm protectors, shin n step protectors and a mouth guard for only $60.00. This is for a limited time, and only while stocks last. Sizes are available from kids to adults and will be ideal for the upcoming tournament in May. Please talk to your club instructor on how to take advantage of this GREAT Deal!!! Package valued at over $100.00.
March upcoming events reminder
Posted: 28 February 2010
Just to let everyone know March is set to be a very busy month for the club. We have many activities available to members including Ground grappling and Thai boxing seminars and of course our first grading for 2010. Please check out our upcoming events page for all the details.
Dates for 2010 are finally confirmed
Posted: 23 February 2010
We have now set the dates for all gradings, tournaments and seminars for 2010. Please check out the upcoming events page for all the details. As the year goes on we will continue to add other important dates that come up.
We will also be having a training camp at Glen tui this year which had not yet been finalised and the Koryu Uchinadi camp in Hamilton is still to be confirmed but is expected to be in September.
Shihan Kennedy is competing again
Posted: 23 February 2010
After a 6 year break from competition Shihan Kennedy has decided to ge back into competitions this year.
As many of us find, having a family, going to work and dealing with the day to day issues in life can have its affects on the body and mind, The decision to compete was one of motivation to get fit, lose some weight and have a goal to strive for.
If you are interested in competing in tournaments please talk to your club instructor as there are many types of compeitions available and is a great way to build confidence and gain valuable life skills.
Shihan Kennedy will be competing in the Kick boxing ring at the Riccarton club on the 24th April. Doors open at 6pm and the first match will start a 7pm. If you would like to come tickets will be available to purchase on the 1st April. This is a R18 show so if older children would like to attend they will need parental guidance.
KFMA Rakaia First class 2010
Posted: 11 January 2010
The Rakaia KFMA had there first class training for 2010 on the Monday the 11th January. It was a good turn out with members from the junior and senior classes attending.
Shihan Johnny, Lew, Rachelle, Phil, Penny & Maddison from the Christchurch KFMA also attended the senior class as CHCH classes dont start till the 18th.
Sensei Amanda did a great job in sweating the excess food and drink that we had gained over the xmas & new year break.
The class started with our Koryu warm-up then went straight into high energy cardio drills incorporated with pad-work. We then went into some plyometric exercises before we started working on our flow drills. Sensei then finished the class going over our first Kata - Chokyu. It was a Awesome class, and all I can say is bring on Wednesday.
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The Legendary Fighters of Evil - By Amanda vanVliet
Posted: 17 December 2009
Previously called the "Black belt"club, "The legendary fighters of Evil" were introduced to the KFMA members at our 15 year anniversary celebrations. The concept was created by Sensei Amanda to give the students in our kids classes real life role models to look up to representing the different Black belts in the club. Each Blackbelt has a animated figure and a special code name that relates to their fighting personality.
From the back row starting on the left side here are our LFOE!
Sensei "Chopper" Ben, "Machette" Will, Dai Sampei "Cobra" Nadia, Sensei "Pummelator" Ryan, Dai Sampei "Jet Stream" Brad, "Hailstorm" Hailey, Shihan Johnny "The Rocket" and Sensei "Nitro" Amanda.
Watch this space as personal profiles will soon be released on the members of the LFOE.