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Newsletter of the Trinidad Karate Association (TKA) Issue #23 APR - JUNE, 2015
on target
seek perfection of character ~ be faithful ~ endeavour ~ respect others ~ refrain from violent behaviour
What’s Inside
Fellow Karatekas, friends, family members and supporters,
The Zanshin magazine is celebrating its third anniversary this quarter. In April 2012 the idea of a magazine was generated by the then Sempai Simone and the first edition was launched. In May of that same year Sempai Dianne Francis did the necessary research and came up with the name of Zanshin. As a reminder for the young ones, and as quoted in our 2nd edition when our magazine’s name was conceived, Zan means to leave, shin means mind or consciousness. Zanshin therefore is the act of setting aside a part of the conscious mind when we finish a kata in order to ensure that it is properly completed. In other words we must maintain our guard from start to finish. Thanks to all the contributors and the team who produce the document faithfully as it continues to promote the TKA and provide its members with up-to-date information on events and Karate techniques and what is happening in the Karate world.
Feature Article
What is Karate
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Tournaments
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Fitness Blast
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Please continue to support the sustainability of the magazine by sending news, photos and information on anything that impacts on our style of Karate to kimoy2004@yahoo.com.
Events Calendar
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Thank you and God bless
Training Schedule
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Chairman & Chief Instructor TKA(IKD)
Sensei Theophilus Faustin advises students on Tournament day.
Good Friday - Indian Arrival Corpus Christi - Issue
Shihan Wesley Dexter Shim
FEATURE ARTICLE
WHAT IS KARATE? This is the second of the two part series on “What is Karate� Today Karate training consists of three areas:
Kihon
This covers the training of all the various stances, kicks, blocks, strikes, punches and body movements that are used in kata and kumite. These techniques can be practiced individually (to perfect a particular one) or in combinations to improve agility and fluidity of movement. One of the key objectives of practicing kihon is to gain a greater understanding of how your body moves in order to generate as much power as possible with the minimum of effort. This power is then applied to the various defensive and offensive techniques used in kata and kumite. Also, understanding how your own body works and how to control it, is the first step towards understanding your opponent’s movements and ultimately controlling them.
Kata
These are the traditional predetermined forms or patterns of karate, and the fighting of imaginary opponents. From the use of kata, the movements used in the kata can be employed in self-defence against one or more multiple attacks. In the Shotokan system there are 27 kata ranging from beginner to advanced level. Each kata teaches various principles of movement and self defence appropriate to the level of the practitioner. Also, within the moves of the different kata are various exercises for improving breathing, balance and co-ordination.
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Kumite
Kumite or sparring is where the techniques practiced in kihon and kata are applied against an opponent. There are different formats of kumite designed for developing different skills, and appropriate for practitioners of different levels. In the most basic and controlled forms (kihon kumite), everything is predetermined and both the attacker and defender know exactly which techniques will be used and where. The only thing unknown is when. Then, at the opposite end of the spectrum is jiyu kumite (freestyle sparring), where techniques are exchanged freely. This jiyu-kumite forms the basis for competition karate or sport karate. While Karate training formally takes place in a Dojo, the techniques learnt can be utilized anywhere and at any time to defend one-self, against one or multiple attackers.
Conclusion
The role of Karate in the modern age continues to be multi-faceted and allinclusive. From the very young to the very old, male and female can become Karatekas. Whatever the objective - to be able to defend one-self against an attack, to become disciplined, to be a sports-person or simply to become physically fit, well-planned Karate classes can allow you to achieve your objective.
References:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karate www.shotokai.com/ingles/kyohan/karakyoh.html people.howstuffworks.com/karate1.htm http://www.redbrick.dcu.ie/~karate/what_is_karate.html
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TOURNAMENTS For the first half of the year, the TKA has been actively participating in tournaments. Below are highlights of some of them:
1. National Tournament
Our national tournament took place on March 1, 2015 at Chinese Association. Here are some memories.
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TRINIDAD KARATE ASSOCIATION (TKA)
TOURNAMENT RESULTS Sunday 1st March 2015 Girls and Boys (under 7) Coloured Belts
First Second Third
KATA
Malaki Nicholson Destiny Chuniesingh Osase James
Ladies (18 - 44 Years) Coloured Belts KATA
KUMITE
First Second Third
Osase James Malaki Nicholson Jaasid Ector
Zoe Hunte Jelisa Rodriguez Ari Lee Hai
Boys (8 - 10 years) Coloured Belts
Men (18 - 44 Years) Advanced
KATA
KATA
First Second Third
Shaquille Brewster Mychaiah Heywood Richard Collins
KUMITE
Tevin Forde Jordan Valentine Jeremiah Reyes
First Second Third
Girls (8 - 10 years) Coloured Belts KATA First Second Third
Lei-Anna Valentine Xica Dieffenthaller Maya Samuel
KUMITE
Dean Avril Dave Manick Adrian Cruickshank
KUMITE
Zoe Hunte Ari Lee Hai Jelisa Rodriguez
KUMITE
Dean Avril Adrian Cruickshank Thaddeus Tempro
Ladies (18 - 44 Years) Advanced KATA
First Second Third
Xica Dieffenthaller Sadie Maharaj
Tamara Joseph Nataki Hypolite Kathy-Ann Pyke
KUMITE
Nataki Hypolite Shinelle Henry Kathy Ann Pyke
Boys and Girls(8 - 10 years) Advanced JUNIOR TEAM KATA KATA
First Second Third
KUMITE
Michelle Lue Fatt Roshelle Lue Fatt Luke Chong Ashing
First Second Third
Michelle Lue Fatt Roshelle Lue Fatt Luke Chong Ashing
R. Collins M. Heywood T. Forde
Boys (14 -17) Advanced
First Second Third
L. Valentine C. Rodriguez M. Samuel
ADULT TEAM KATA
KATA KUMITE Anthony Thomas Nicholas Rudder Isaac Cozier
D. Chuniesingh S. Maharaj X. Dieffenthaller
First Second Third
Isaac Cozier Nicholas Rudder Anthony Thomas
T. Joseph K. Pyke N. Hypolite
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I. Cozier A. Cruickshank D. Manick
S. Henry P. Lutchman Z. Hunte
TOURNAMENTS
2. TTKU Nationals
TTKU held its Open nationals on Sunday 12th April 2015 at the Maloney Indoor Sporting Complex. Kudos to all TKA Karatekas who medaled including:
Ricky Joseph (Tobago TKA)
Anthony Thomas (Tora)
Dean Avril (UWI)
Kobe Joseph (Tobago TKA)
Gold in Kata and bronze in Kumite BOYS 14 TO 15 YRS
Gold in Kata and bronze in Kumite MEN 18 TO 35 YRS
Silver in Kumite BOYS 14 TO 15YRS
Gold- Kumite, silver KATA BOYS 12 -13YRS
Tamara Joseph
Bronze in Kata LADIES 18 TO 35YRS
Congratulations for a job well done!
3. Shotokan Karate Academy Tournament
The Shotokan Karate Academy held its tournament on May 31, 2015 at the Arima West Government Secondary. Here are some highlights
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The Tobago Shotokan Spirit Warriors (TSSW), lead by head instructor, Sensei Leo Grant, hosted its 2nd annual ‘FITNESS BLAST’ event on Saturday 21st March, 2015. The event was held at the Signal Hill Secondary School and kicked off at 9:00am. The event saw participants taking part in feats of strength and endurance which included pushups and planking. The event concluded with a traditional shotokan kata competition. Special guest judges were invited to officiate the day’s activities namely Sensei Dean Avril, Sensei Dave Manick (both of Uwi Shotokan Karate club) and Sensei Danny Roberts (of Tobago Martial Arts Academy). Special mention must be made of the following participants:Teodor James (5-7 yrs) for his 4 min. 06 sec. plank Dave Manick (18+) for his 50 sit-ups in a minute Skye Murray (12-15yrs) for his 4 min 51 sec. plank and Olu Holder , Teodor James, Jinelle McNish -Allenden, Chinelle Cape and Neoka Yeates who each came first in their individual kata groups. The event was well attended and greatly supported by the parents of the club’s students along with invited friends and family. The club looks forward to an equally successful event next year.
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EVENTS CALENDAR, 2015
Month
Day (s)
Activity/Event
January
Thursday, 12th
1st Term begins
Sunday, 1st
National Tournament, Chinese Association
Saturday, 28th
Fitness Blast II (TSSW- Tobago)
April
26th, April
Karatekas Who Can Cook
May
Saturday, 2nd
Health and Wellness Extravaganza
Sunday 5th
OSKK national tournament- Maloney Indoor Sporting Complex
Wed. 15th - Mon. 20th
2nd IKD World Championships, Ryerson, Toronto
Sun. 27th - Mon. 28th
Referee Course-St Augustine Dojo
Monday, 12th
TTKU Invitational Tournament-Maloney Sporting Facility
Sat. 17th - Sun. 18th
Curacao Open- Curacao
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TTKU Nationals
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Grading
Fri. 27th - Sun. 29th
CAC Games, Mexico
March
July
September
October
November
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TRAINING SCHEDULES Day
Time
TORA- Chinese Association, St. Ann’s Tuesday Thursday
Rank - Belts Directors: Senseis Nigel Forde and John George Contact No: 680-5234
6.00 - 7.15 pm
Adults and Juniors- All ranks
7.30 - 9:00 pm
Team training- brown and black belts( Shihan Shim)
6.00 - 7.15 pm
Adults and Juniors- All ranks
7.30 - 9:00 pm
Team training- brown and black belts( Shihan Shim)
UWI Shotokan Club, UWI, St. Augustine
President- Sensei Dean Avril Contact No: 723 6655
Monday
6.00 – 7:30 pm
Engineering Undercroft- All ages and ranks
Tuesday
6.00 – 7:30 pm
Engineering Undercroft; No Gi (SWAG Tuesdays) All ages /ranks
Wednesday
6.00 – 7:30 pm
SAC- All ages and ranks
Friday
5.00 – 7.00 pm
SPEC- All ages and ranks
Realspring Karate Dojo Valsayn Community Centre Wednesday
7.00- 8.30 pm
Saturday
10.00 - 11.30 am
Sunday
8.00 - 9.00 am
Kaizen 1 Primco Drive, Glencoe Wednesday Friday
3:30 - 5:00 pm
Director: Sensei Theophilus Faustin Contact No: 645-7208 Adults and Juniors- All ranks Director: Sensei Marc Mollentheil Contact No. 476-8895 Adults and Juniors- All ranks
Mushin 103 Studio Tragerte Road,
Director: Sensei Earl Wilson Contact No.379-6918
Monday
8.00 - 10.00 pm
All ranks
Wednesday
8.00 - 10.00 pm
All ranks
TobagoScarborough Secondary School Tuesday
5.30 - 7.30 pm
Thursday
5.30 - 7.30 pm
Saturday
9.30 am - 12.00 pm
Director: Sensei Arthur Morris Contact No: 781-7371 Adults and Juniors- All ranks
Tobago SHOTOKAN Spirit Warriors Signal Hill Comprehensive School
Directors: Sensei Leo Grant and Fiona Grant Contact No: 343-9814
Tuesdays
5:00 - 6:15 pm
Juniors 5-11 yrs; white to green belts
Thursday
6:20 - 7:30 pm
Juniors & Adults; Ages 12 & up; and blue to black belts
ASGSKA Arima West & Sangre Grande Govt. Primary Schools
Director: Sempai Kelly Rechais Contact No: 343-9814
Monday
4:30 - 5:30 pm 5:30 - 7:30 pm
All Ranks/Ages Arima West Government Primary School
Tuesday
3.30 - 5.00 pm
All Ranks/Ages; Sangre Grande Government Primary School
Friday
4:30 - 5:30 pm 5:30 - 7:30 pm
All Ranks/Ages Arima West Government Primary School
Saturday
9.30 am - 12.00 pm
All Ranks/Ages; Sangre Grande Government Primary School
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By Sensei Simone
Bwoy, d TKA held its first major fund-raising activity this year entitled KARATEKAS CAN COOK HEALTHY at the Wood-brook Youth facility on April 26, 2014. The money raised from this event was used to cover some of de costs associated with sending 25 members of the national team to participate in the International Daigaku 2nd World Championships which will be held at Ryerson University Toronto, Canada from July 15 to 20, 2015. Talk bout good food- Sensei Shim fried shrimp well seasoned and tasty and cooked on spot, baked chicken from HYATT (bess chicken I ever taste) pine apple chicken from UWI, odder kinda chicken,
lentil stew, vegetable casserole, vegetable rice, pasta, soya, pork chinese style (can’t remember the name cause ah can’t pronounce it cause it real Chinese not trini version of chinese), fresh salad, Dominic’s ham on bread( a delicious bread infused with ham), fish cooked with coconut milk, fish in odder different varieties and more. Can’t forget the delicious dessert cakes and more importantly the jello shots from UWI (laced with alcohol- I think it was vodka) which Sensei Theo made sure and have a few. We made sure and kept it away from de chirren. We had a good time liming and reuniting with Karatekas we hadn’t seen for a while.
TKA GRADING
Grading took place on Saturday 11th April 2014 at Chinese Association. Shihan Woon a Tai was in attendance as Chief Examiner. Congratulations to our new Nidans, Anthony Thomas and Adrian Cruikshank.
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Editor-in-Chief: Simone Thorne-Mora Layout: Diana Francis Proof-reading: Sensei Richie Robertson Photos: Sean Powell
Look out for our next edition in August, 2015 Send comments, articles, pictures to kimoy2004@yahoo.com