The Chase Karate Clubs  TM  
Affiliated to the B.S.K.A. and BUDO of Great Britain


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Bournemouth, Poole & Verwood

 

DECEMBER 2011 - PELHAMS PARK LEISURE - TEMPORARY CLOSURE

Our class at the Pelhams Park Leisure every Saturday at 4:00 – 5:30 pm has for sometime now struggled to meet the requirements for attendance and recruitment.

The consequences of that, is that we have not covered the cost of studio hire for some months now.

We have attempted introductory offers, cash rewards for new members and tried to encourage current students to attend on a regular basis to no avail.

It is therefore regrettable that I have had to come to the decision to temporarily close this class at the end of this month, November 2011 until further notice.

For those few students that actually attended this class, I sincerely apologise for any inconvenience that this causes.

However, we do look forward to seeing you at one of our other nearby locations.

We will hopefully resume this class at some point in the future.

 

September 2011 - ONE OUR TEENAGE GIRL STUDENTS ATTACKED!!

One of our teenage female students, Fizzy Lawson aged 15 years writes, “I was in Salisbury during September 2011. It was just after I picked up my results and as I was on my way to the bus station, three men jumped me and pinned me to the wall. I managed to turn around and kick the first guy between the legs, which made him let go, allowing me to face the other two. I delivered an open hand to the second man’s neck, and punched the remaining man in the face, possibly breaking his nose. I’m just glad that I do Karate at the Chase Karate Club. I used the self-defence techniques as taught by our Chief Instructor Sensei Neil Mann who clearly knows his stuff! Without his expert tuition, I don’t think that I would have got off so lightly.” We are so grateful - Many thanks – Mrs A. Lawson (mother)

Just one of many reasons why you should ensure that you keep up your karate training!!

 

17th July 2011 - 2ND DAN BLACK BELT SUCCESSES

Congratulations to Ed Sheridan, Ian Moors and Jamie Wollen who successfully graded to 2nd Dan Black Belt in front of Senior B.S.K.A. instructors on Sunday 17th July 2011.  It took almost a grueling 3 hours, where the participants had to workout, show their teaching abilities, perform various difficult movements from the Black Belt Grading syllabus, advanced Kata, followed by Kumite/free-fighting.

A big THANK YOU also goes out to all the students who trained and supported the above on the day.

29th June 2011 - Neil Mann Free Falls with the Red Devils

Chief Instructor Neil Mann Free Falls from 13,000 ft with the Red Devils to raise money for 'Help for Heroes' Yeeee Haaa

More information about the jump and pictures to follow!!!

 

29th May 2011 - 4th Dan BLACK BELT SUCCESS

Congratulations to Sensei David who graded and was awarded his 4th Dan Black Belt at todays class at Rossmore Leisure Centre - He last graded 6.5 years ago, attended and trained 500 times exactly to the day, has supported and organised classes when I've been away on business or pleasure, Organised and judged the kata competition, sat on the black belt grading panel, retained and remains first aid qualified. During the past 6.5 yrs... David (and his lovely wife Heather) has also had two little angels... Rosie and William.. changed jobs and even moved home. David is knowledgeable and respected by everyone. He has been a loyal instructor and friend and like a brother to me although I'm old enough to be his dad! Congratulations David and keep up the good work.. from Chief Instructor Neil Mann 6th Dan Black Belt and Technical Director.

 

 

13th February 2011 - BLACK BELT SUCCESSES

Congratulations to Mike Hicks who graded to 3rd Dan Black Belt and to Gary Jones who also successfully graded to Black Belt 1st Dan in front of Senior B.S.K.A. instructors on Sunday 13th February 2011.  It took almost a grueling 3 hours, where the participants had to workout, show their teaching abilities, perform various difficult movements from the Black Belt Grading syllabus, advanced Kata, followed by Kumite/free-fighting.

A big THANK YOU also goes out to all the students who trained and supported the above on the day.

Please ensure that you address all Black Belts as ‘Sensei’ whilst in the Dojo.

WHAT IS A BLACK BELT?

After a long and difficult climb over a period of years, a student realises that the point of the pyramid is the first-degree black belt. The student also realises that he/she doesn’t want to “get” a black belt; but realises that the goal is to be a black belt. But what does that mean exactly?

Physically, a first-degree black belt is a person who knows all the basic body movements and techniques, and who can apply those movements and techniques with enough extended force to neutralise an opponent of equal size, weight, and strength. Physically, that’s it!

First-degree black belts can’t leap tall buildings with a single bound or slash through 30 attackers like Bruce Lee. What they can do-and do very well, is defend themselves in almost all common self-defence situations. They know how to fight, and they know how to compete. They have several years of experienc