A MESSAGE FROM THE
SENIOR INSTRUCTOR

In our Karate training we are all at different levels. Even though you can have a class full of blue belts you can see that each blue belt is different in their ability. The bottom line is they are all still blue belts. It does’nt mean that they don’t deserve to be blue belts. I have heard so many times in the past that student A is better than student B or parents believe that there child is better than the next child. On the surface maybe we can see that karate standard
seems to be better but underneath it all there are so many other factors to be considered. I would like to give you some examples. As sensei we all talk to each other about our students. One of the questions that I do ask is how much has the person improved over a period of time. Sometimes a student will train hard at a viewing but when it comes to their normal class they don’t train hard. It can come down to the students attitude. If they be-little other students or are disrespectful to their sensei then of course
they won’t progress. It might take them a little linger even though their karate looks great. We are all on a life long journey with Karate and we ALL need to promote the great things that it promotes. It doesn't matter if you are a Student,Parent or Sensei. You don’t have to be great to start but you have to start to be great.
Sensei Daniel

SENSEI POINT OF VIEW
One step beyond the average
In Karate, we are often encouraged to apply the lessons learnt in the dojo – hard work, persistence, courage and self-belief – to our everyday lives. This concept, whereby a lesson that we’ve learnt in one situation is applied in a completely different situation, is given the name Transference by Educational Psychologists. Unfortunately, you may be surprised to learn that a majority of good research suggests that people aren’t actually very good at doing this! It’s easy to imagine why. Sometimes it’s hard to know how, why, or when to apply these lessons. Perhaps, we may not be aware that we’ve actually learnt the lesson. Or maybe, we are simply too lazy to bother! As Karateka we need to understand that normal, human imperfections can get in the way of our desire to harness what we learn in the dojo for use in our everyday lives. However, it should not be the desire of any Karateka to be grouped with the 90 percent of people who are aren’t very good at Transference! Every time you put on your Gi you take on a mission to go one step beyond the average, to step out of the ordinary, the standard, and the regular. We are not trying to be part of that 90 percent because we make a conscious, concerted effort to do better. So be aware of ways you could be letting yourself down in transferring the lessons learnt in the dojo, know that it’s normal for most people, but most importantly, make a firm, committed and personal decision to go beyond what is simply ‘normal’ and be better! A Karateka knows that their art is far more than what they do in the dojo each week. It is a commitment to hard work, persistence, courage and self-belief both within and - perhaps even more importantly - outside the dojo as well.
Sensei Robert Boncardo

EXCUSES
“I’m too old”. I really started karate as something to spend time doing with my boys. I felt that at my age I was too old for this stuff. If you explain any physical problems you have, regardless of your age, your sensei will help you get the most out of your training. We have numerous students 40, 50, 60 and even 70+, some even train with their grandchildren and have made great progress. Basically, most people are afraid of trying something new. Step out of your comfort zone. Once you take the plunge, you might just surprise yourself. I know I did.
Sensei Caroline

SENSEI OF THE MONTH
Sensei Brad from Claremont Meadows has won the trophy this month. He has done some fantastic things with his class. His own level of training has increased and the feed back from his students is great. He has an award class once a month which really brings out the best in his students. So if any one would like to train with Sensei Brad class is on Thursday Nights 630pm Claremont Meadows Primary School. Way to go BRAD...

OUR WEBSITE
As you know we have our own Region 2 website. We have heaps of cool pictures information about our Sensei and lots more. Also Pictures from the grading and the Mini Tournament for you to all look at. Winners list are there too. region2gkr.com tell all of your friends!

DAY TIME CLASS
The day time class has moved from Ripples to St Marys Tennis courts. Just down from Ripples on the same Rd. Still Friday 12-130.
( no its not on the actual tennis courts-big hall next to tennis courts - heaps of Room )

REMINDER - TOURNAMENT CLASS
The tournament class Has recommenced. Every Sunday at Samuel Terry Public School. Call your sensei for times.
Do the first class and the tournament class is only $4.50.

MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS
Remember for those of you who are on the 4 month Trial membership you need to make sure your membership is renewed before your 4 months runs out. If you do not then 1. You won’t be able to train and 2.You might have to re-register to continue training. You can upgrade your membership at any time. You don;t have to wait the whole 4 months. Contact the club or organise it through your sensei
to upgrade. Club Number 96960539. So if this applies to you pls get your upgrade underway.