STILL TIME

There is still time to bring in someone for the new Beginners classes for ages 9 and up on April 29th at 6:30 PM.  Open enrollment closes May 13th!  Call 724-494-9353 for more information. Mention that you saw this on facebook or the blog and you will get the first month free.

TESTING

Students did good at testing on Saturday, there were some things that they did good and others that could be improved, but that is karate there is always room for improvement. There is all ranks testing for all those who participated in Saturdays testing on Monday at 7:30PM.  The mighty mites who did not test this saturday still meet at 5:45PM

NEW CLASSES SET TO BEGIN

New Beginners classes for ages 9 and up begin April 29th at 6:30 PM. Call 724-494-9353 for more information.  Karate is beneficial for everyone regardless of age, if there are enough adults who are interested I will begin an Adults general class.

TYING YOUR OBI

Here is a link for tying your belt

Tying your belt

HEIAN SHODAN

Not only is this video for the mighty mites but it is also for the intermediate and advanced belts to review, because the intermediate or even advanced belt I believe this is a good measuring stick as to where your karate basics are.  If your Heian Shodan is off than I feel the rest of your karate may be off.  This is just my opinion, so please take the time to really study this kata and take your time to perfect it.



Heian Shodan

Some basic history and information on Heian kata

IN THE NEWS

Shotokan Karate of Ellwood is in the news, they were only there for the Mighty Mite class, so those in that class may recognize some familiar faces.  Thanks to Louise the reporter who put together a really good article and to Tiffany (whose son was once a Mighty Mite) for the great pictures.

Ellwood City Ledger

NEW KATA!

For those who are unable to view the kata at the left hand of the screen I will post the kata here, all you have to do is click on the name of the kata you are working on.

Heian Nidan

Heian Sandan

Heian Yondan

Heian Godan

Tekki Shodan