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NEW Spring Camp 2020

The Southern Shotokan Karate Association are hoping to run a Spring Camp in Exmouth from Saturday 25 April to Sunday 26 April 2020. The Camp will take place at the NEW Premier Inn Exmouth.

The course is for black belts and 1st Kyu’s only (aged 16 years and over). This is a specialist course concentrating on all technical areas in Shotokan Karate.

The course will be run by Sensei Cole, 7th Dan. There are only 20 places available so book you place now.  For full detail download the information sheet here.

Deadline to book your place is 31 January 2020

 

 

 

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Book your place on Summer Camp – 9 to 11 August 2019

Just to remind you that the 2019 summer camp is fast approaching –  Friday 9th to Sunday 11th August in Bournemouth. First  lesson starts on the Friday 10.45am.
Make sure you book your room as soon has possible direct with the hotel as there are not many rooms left.
To get your discount on the room you must quote the hotel you are an SSKA members.

Full details on www.sska.co.uk
Please put your forms and payment in by the 2nd August otherwise you will have to pay the £10 surcharge.

For more information please email sska595@gmail.com

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SSKA Kata and Kumite Competition Results

Competitors from across the SSKA took part in our annual kata and kumite competition today in Swindon. The competition saw 00 entrants take part in individual kata, team kata and individual kumite.

There was a great atmosphere at today’s event and all the competitors showed great respect and passion for their karate.

The winners of Individual Kata were:

#1 James Edwards
#2 Thistlerose Longson
#3 Trevor Ockwell
#4 Morgan Roberts-Ellis

The winners of Team Kata were:

#1 Kendrick  – Emily Boyd, Anna Boyd, Thistlerose Longson
#2 Evesham A – William Wade, John Garrood, Morgan Roberts-Ellis
#3 Evesham C – Philip Wade, Craig Garrood, Richard Ellis

The winners of Individual Kumite were:

#1 William Wade
#2 James Edwards
#3 Altay Huynh

We also presented the first ever Keith Thomas Memorial Award to the person we felt gave the overall best effort and encompassed the spirit of the day. The award went to Dawn Greig from Wokingham Club. Dawn showed great spirit in the individual kata and got narrowly missed out on a medal place.

Well done to all competitors today. We are already looking forward to next years event.

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Black Belt Grading – Sunday 30 June

Don’t forget this Sunday is our Brown & Black Belt Course and Grading in Reading.

Juniors and Seniors to arrive 8.45am for admin, lesson 9.30 – 11.00am. Gradings start at approx. 11.15am in the Main Hall with Chief Instructor of the SSKA, Sensei Lewis and Sensei Whitcher, Assistant Chief Instructors and Senior Instructor assistance.

Venue:  Woodford Park Leisure Centre, Haddon Drive, Woodley, Reading RG5 4LY

Its going to be hot this weekend so please ensure you bring plenty of water to drink. 

 

 

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Still places available on our Kata Course

There are still places available on our Annual Kata Course at Woodford Park Leisure Centre, Haddon Drive, Woodley, Reading RG5 4LY on 7 July 2019.

There’s no surcharge for paying on the day. All grades arrive at 8.45am for the course course 9.30am-11.30am.

£15 per person, £25 for family of 2, £35 for family of 3, £45 for family of 4. For all enquiries phone or text the SSKA 07557 532676.

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Competition Entries deadline extended

SSKA Annual Kata & Kumite Competition 2019

Sunday 14th July 2019 at Dorcan Recreation Complex, St Paul’s Drive, Swindon SN3 5BY.

We are looking forward to welcoming you all to our annual kata and kumite competition. Deadline for entries has been extended until 24 June. Please get your entries in as soon as possible.

Trophies awarded to 1st, 2nd & 3rd places. All competitors will receive a certificate and a medal. Gum Shields, mitts andsShin guards must be worn when competing in kumite.

Prices:
Competitors: £15.00 per person
Spectators: £5.00 per person

Download your entry form here.

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Competition Deadline 16 June

SSKA Annual Kata & Kumite Competition 2019

Sunday 14th July 2019 at Dorcan Recreation Complex, St Paul’s Drive, Swindon SN3 5BY.

We need to have all competition entries and fees in by the Reading Grading – Sunday 16th June. 

Trophies awarded to 1st, 2nd & 3rd places. All competitors will receive a certificate and a medal. Gum Shields, mitts andsShin guards must be worn when competing in kumite.

Prices:
Competitors: £15.00 per person
Spectators: £5.00 per person

Download your entry form here.

 

 

 

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Keith Thomas

Today, 19 March, marks a year since we said farewell to our good friend and instructor Keith Thomas.  Last year many of us were able to remember Keith at his funeral. The SSKA have decided to honour Keith’s memory by naming an award after him at our upcoming competition.

The Keith Thomas Memorial Award will be given to the person who shows great sportsmanship and encompasses the true spirit of karate on the day.