Term 1 2022 Newsletter
Contents…
Extra training opportunities for our young adult participant
Sensei Peter turned 40 but lets not make a big deal out of it!!!
Improtant dates…
Chuck these in your diaries!!!
Sunday 27 March: ADULT CLASS location change - Scout hall next to aquatic centre, 9-11am.
Sunday 10th April: Make up Adult and Advanced student class - SOA 9-11am.
Monday 18th April: Easter Monday - Public holiday* CLASSES ON.
Monday 25th April: Anzac Day - Public holiday, Cooroy Memorial Hall unavailable NO CLASSES. Please feel free to attend a make-up class in Eumundi.
Monday 2nd May: Labour Day, Public holiday CLASSES ON.
Monday 3rd October: Queen’s Bday, Public holiday CLASSES ON.
*We are committed to providing consistent, quality programs for our students and will run classes on the above public holidays. We will review this in the future should student numbers fall short of sustainable models.
Extra training opportunities for our young adult participants…
Starting this week and continuing to the term's end, we are providing our Young Adults program participants the option of an additional 30 minutes of class focusing on forms (kata) relative to each coloured belt level [see schedule below].
Thursdays from 645-715PM at the School of Arts, students at specific levels (or higher) are invited to stay and be instructed on assessment material. This is being offered free of charge, and students are encouraged to attend and further their development.
A karate dojo isn't a place to practice karate - it is a place to learn karate. To get the most out of training, students should practice karate outside the dojo so when they attend classes, they can learn more karate.
Schedule..
Make up classes
We've had some wild weather this term and it has affected us all differently.
Karate Classes will continue UNLESS you receive a text or email.
If you've changed either since joining, please update this with us.
We encourage students who CANT make it to classes due to FLOODING (or COVID) to feel free to attend make-up classes at our other dojo. We have classes Monday in Cooroy and Thursday in Eumundi.
If you have concerns or questions, please communicate with us.
5 years in Eumundi...
Back in December 2016, Eumundi was introduced to a unique combat and healing art. Peter and Stephanie delivered a free event at Eumundi’s quaint blue CWA hall and welcomed many locals of varying ages and abilities to experience this powerful synthesis of personal development and self-protection.
Half a decade on, Karate Community can proudly say how blessed we are to continue supporting our local community. We now teach out of the School of Arts Hall in Eumundi and the Cooroy Memorial Hall where they run eight classes per week.
To say “thanks” to our ongoing and supportive members, Peter and Steph hosted a ‘5 year anniversary party’. Karate students past and present, and their families came to celebrate. It was a fantastic turnout where we could all get together and celebrate the years of successful training and community togetherness.
This fun-filled event boasted a BBQ sausage sizzle, games (parents vs kids), and awards recognising long-time members and those who were outstanding karateka (practitioners) in 2021.
Highlights of the day included the [in]famous Knife Throwing comp (100% safe!), samurai noodle battle, escaping the rope handcuffs and a raffle draw including many awesome prizes. There was a craft and board games zone, totem tennis and equipment spread out for fun-making in between activities and socialising.
Certificates were handed out for those who have trained since Karate Community first opened their doors in Eumundi, recognising their half a decade milestone. Recipients of the "High 5 certificates” were:
Aaron, Xander, Zac, Josif, Laura, Noah, Kobi, Sol and Zavier.
This year also acknowledges an incredible 10-year milestone, the aptly named "Ten-acious certificate”, awarded to the well-deserved sensei Stephanie. Her dedication to karate, insightful coaching and behind the scenes operations is appreciated by all.
2021 high achievers received the "Sensei-tional award" for each class group:
Eddie (prep), Kaea and Declan (junior), Jack (junior+), Jess (young adult) and Isabella (adult).
A raffle draw was held with all prizes donated by local businesses, with all proceeds going towards funding this free event. Karate Community thanks: Terella Brewing – Head Brewer, Brandt Bamford; the Imperial Hotel – General Manager, Paul Thomas; and Suncoast Healing and Yoga – Jen Crowcombe, for their generous contributions.
Karate Community also thanks EDCA, ECCO, EDHA, ECC and everyone who has supported our karate obsession over the years. Peter and Stephanie count themselves blessed to be a part of such an incredible community.
Kumite program about to kick off...
I have been receiving feedback from students wanting more practical combat experience in class.
Kumite (sparring) is a great way to pressure test techniques, gauge where skill levels are, help fortify emotional and physical resilience, and learn how to overcome confrontation and conflict.
While Kumite is essentially fighting one another, it is also about developing positive communication pathways and relationship building.
“… Kumite is like having a conversation”
Ohtsuka Tadahiko O’sensei
To ensure participant safety and manage risk involved with combat, we will be ordering students of our young adult and adult programs protective equipment.
Each student will be provided with:
Elite85 leather sparring gloves 7oz
EVA foam Shin and instep guards
WKF approved Groin or Ovary guard
Karate Community Carry Bag
We are offering a special discount on “Sparring Sets” for current members in term 2.
Normally $155
Special Offer $120* [SAVE $35]
Students will be invoiced for sparring gear before the end of term 1 to ensure they have protective gear for term 2 start.
To further enhance student safety, Karate Community will be providing high quality Dipped Foam Chest Protectors for participants to use during kumite sessions.
Protective equipment, like uniforms, will need to be brought to all classes.
If you already have protective equipment, please bring it to class to be approved by Sensei Peter.
Let's arm our young with the confidence they need to battle each wonderful day.
*Offer expires 3/4/2022
raffle for review...
We love feedback of all kinds - it helps us grow and meet your needs.
We’d love to encourage you to tell others what you think of us, so we’re holding a raffle draw.
To enter, give us a review on Facebook or Google . Each review will give you one entry into the draw
One name will be drawn from a hat at 5pm on Friday the 1st of April.
The prize is a voucher for one term free training, value ranging between $120-$180!
PT with Petee...
What does "PT" mean to me?
While it is personal - as in tailored to your skill level and experience, it's also:
productive - you'll see fast results
private - where it's just us and karate
positive - supporting you through the experience
performance tracked - making plans and achieving goals
professional - this guys got the experience to help you
Taking bookings for One on One and Small Group training for now - spaces fill fast!
Rates for 30, 45 and 60 minutes available. Discounts for booking 5 or more sessions.
We will miss you, Kyan Pennell...
My heart broke at the end of January with the tragic news that we have lost one of our dear karate youth.
Kyan, 12, was intelligent, funny, courageous, shy and had a beautiful energy. He had trained in karate for nearly a year and after 6 months he finally let me help tie his belt.
He was a white light, and the world is a little dimmer without him. Ian , Amanda and Lauryn have our deepest sympathies.
Shed a tear with me, and remember this wonderful young man. “The Project” covered this story.
We created a Go Fund Me account to help out during this difficult time. Money raised went to support funeral and bereavement costs, and ensure the family can take the time they need to grieve and heal.
A message from Amanda and Ian.
“Kyan Pennell, 12, died tragically on the 31st of January 2022, in a freak accident at our home.
He had been self-learning piano off YouTube for 7 months, we didn't realise how good he'd become. He had committed 35 classical pieces to memory, and was teaching himself to read, write and compose music. He was neurodiverse and a self-diagnosed synesthete.
I found a short, handwritten, unfinished composition, which I shared in an open call out on Facebook (original post) to see if anyone could play it. Responses came in and we were able to hear what our son was composing, painful and beautiful at once.
We are asking all musicians, humbly, to play and complete Kyan’s unfinished piece, and submit it here. We will never know what he saw in his mind’s eye, so all versions are giving us insight into what could have been. He did tell us that many people have to die to become famous, well, my beautiful boy, here we are... #playforkyan”
Local KC Business directory...
Let's put the UNITY in COMMUNITY!!!
One of the greatest things about training in karate is meeting people of all kinds, with varying experiences, gifts, skills and passions. You might find just the thing you need in a community within a community.
"The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members." – Coretta Scott King
get to know those around you!
Secrets from the Honey Tree, traditional health and healing. A space of Group Healings, Yoga, Men's and Women's Health Expert and Community Clinic.
Impact Pool Fencing, Versatile pool fencing solutions specialising in all aspects of pool fencing, from Aluminium to Full Frameless Glass - we have you covered!
Prestige Build, local, family run company specialising in quality builds & renovations.
Suncoast Healing and Yoga, Yoga/meditation, massage and reiki, EFT.
Unleashed Dog Behaviour Training, One on one training, group classes, walk and train sessions. Basic obedience to behaviour modification.
Terella Brewing, Welcome to Terella Brewing – where sustainable science meets craft brewing on a Sunshine Coast farm, to create beers we love! Your local family and dog friendly hinterland craft brewery, set on acres of farming land. Visit our friendly farm animals on weekends for feeding and pats.
Cool Art Picture Framing Gallery, For all of your custom framing needs. Contemporary art gallery featuring professional, locally-based artists. Exhibition schedule has recommenced. Exceptional locally roasted coffee.
Zoe Martin, Graphic designer (creator of all Karate Community stationary), artist, creator of Yoni Listening and all round awesome human.
Not on the list? Message me your business and we will add it to the growing list of Karate Community members!
