events.htmThe June 14 regional seminar
was a great success! Although numbers were a little
dissapointing, participants still came from Kotara Dojo
in Newcaslte, the Sydney Dojo, Sensei Roses' Canberra
Dojo and the Lambert Dojo in Goulburn.
events.htmTraining kicked off at
9:30am, with Sensei Lambert welcoming everybody and
explaining the day would also be a chance for us to
remember Anichi Sensei through our training. Sensei
Lambert then began with a vigorous Junbi Undo which
lasted a little over 40 minutes.
events.htmAfter this it was straight
into Kata training, starting with Gekisai Dai Ichi.
Sensei Lambert checked everyone's Kata with his big
emphasis on footwork. Once he was happy, Sensei took the
attendees through Gekisai Dai Ichi variation Bunkai, but
from Kakie. All attendees really enjoyed seeing the Kata
being applied, not only, different ways but from a
different method in Kakie.
events.htmOnce finished, Sensei put
everyone through a rigourous basic sequence, utilising
the movements from the Gekisai Kata's. The sequence was
then used to defend against 4 attacks. Sensei Lambert
explained that Higaonna Sensei's goal for us is to put
the Kata into Kumite and this was just one example of
that.
events.htmFollowing this, the group
went through Gekisai Dai Ni and Saifa Kata's, again with
Sensei Lambert correcting and explaining a lot of the
techniques. With Saifa, the Kata was broken down into
short sequences and practiced and refined again and
again.
events.htmSaifa Oyo Bunkai followed
this and many commented that the applications were very
different but still the same as the Kata. 'You can think
outside the square with Bunkai, just stay true to the
Kata and don't get fancy. Simple works - simple keeps
you alive.' Sensei Lambert explained.
events.htmNext was the practice of
Sanchin Kata. Sensei explained a lot about the technique
and dangers of practicing Sanchin incorrectly. He showed
the group different ways to test and work the sanchin
posture and a few interesting tanden control exercises!
Sensei also explained about Shime, its testing points
and the what and what not's of its execution.
events.htmFollowing this Sensei
Lambert explained Iri Kumi the way Higaonna Sensei had
taught him. He also showed everyone how effective the
Kata can be applied when practicing Kumite.
events.htmAfter a short break for
lunch, a stretching seminar with champion Gymnast Teghan
Bartlett-Miller was held. Teghan taught a 90 minute
session in two parts. The first 45 minutes were
spent going through the basic stretching exercises
gymnasts do every session. It was interesting to notice
nearly all the stretching was to be done with a partner
- not alone.
events.htmThe second section was a
strengthening and conditioning session, taking us
through the exact workout gymnasts perform on a regular
basis. I think it is safe to say many participants had
sore abdominals on Monday morning!events.htm
events.htmThe success of this event
has already prompted demand for future courses and more
for 2009 are already in the pipeline. Sensei Lambert is
available for regional courses in other cities and
also for other styles, to book visit
www.goulburnkarate.comevents.htm
events.htmThanks go to Sensei Janet
Young, Teghan Bartlett-Miller and all who travelled,
attended and supported our organisation! We look forward
to seeing you all in Goulburn again soon!events.htm
On Sunday June 14, 2009, a
special one day training seminar will be held at the
IOGKF Lambert Dojo in Goulburn, NSW, Australia. The
seminar will feature two main training sessions, aimed
at improving participants knowledge, technique and give
our members another chance to get together.
The first session will be
taken by Sensei David Lambert and will cover the Kata of
Okinawan Goju-ryu and its oyo bunkai (variation
applications). This is a great opportunity to learn in a
great training enviroment from an instructor who has
spent extended periods of time training overseas and
with Higaonna Sensei.
The second session will be
taken by Champion Gymnast and Coach, Ms. Teghan
Barlett-Miller and will cover specific stretching
exercises, aimed at improving our Goju-ryu related
techniques. Everything from common stretches to advanced
exercises to help fast track flexibility, will be
covered.
The cost for the seminar is
only AUD$20.00 per participant, for
both sessions. Due to the possible upcoming childrens
camp, participants must be 14 years and over. However
younger members are quite welcome to attend on
their instructors recomendation. Please ensure to
register with your dojo instructor early as there are
limited places available!
Located below is all
the information for the Seminar, including Timetable,
Registration form, Invitational letter and tourist
information. For any enquires or more information please
feel free to contact:
The seminar will also be
attended by Sensei Joe Roses - IOGKF Australian Joint
Chief Instructor and IOGKF 6th Dan.
We look forward to
seeing you all in Goulburn!
TOURIST
INFORMATION FOR GOULBURN, NEW SOUTH WALES:
The historical city of
Goulburn has alot of sites to offer family members who
are not participating in the training. Below is a list
of some of the tourist sites and top things to do
in Australia's first inland city.
- The famous Goulburn War
memorial is located on Rocky Hill and is often mistaken
for a light house. However it does have a great view
from both the bottom and top tower look outs and is a
great and moving tribute to our fallen soilders. Large
Cannons and memorial tributes surround the area, along
with a war gallery. For more information please visit:
http://www.goulburn.nsw.gov.au/community/1041/1112.html/div>
- Catching the areas rich
history in the wool industry is Goulburn's very own big
merino. The merino has recently be relocated and
refurbished. It contains a great Australian and
wool variety store and visitors can travel inside the
merino the merinos body into its area, 5 stories off the
ground! For more information please visit:
- Belmore Park is situated
in Goulburn's main street (Auburn Street) and is a place
a great beauty. With beautiful flower garderns, war
memorials, historical trees and a large play area for
the kids, it is a great place for the whole family! For
more information please visit:
- Centro Goulburn is the
largest shopping centre in the area and contains big
retailers along with many great variety stores. There is
usually something for everybody to be found and the
centre itself is located in Goulburn's main street,
giving you access to another range of great stores and
cafes. From more information please visit:
- Ever been put off by the
cost of getting the kids into the movies? You won't be a
Goulburn's Lilac city cinema! The local cinema has five
thearters and is well known as one of the cheapest in
NSW. Get the kids in with a ticket, popcorn and drink
for just $9.00! For movie times or more information
please visit:
The Bushfires in Victoria have taken a devastating and
severe toll on
our Nation, both emotionally and physcially. With over 800 homes lost and
the death toll set to rise above 200, the tradgic news has swept the world.
I received this email from our friends in spain.
SALUTES ! I AM AN IOGKF SPAIN MEMBER. I KNOW THE BAD NEWS ABOUT THE TERRIBLE
FIRE IN SOUHT AUSTRALIA. I WANT TO EXPRESS PAINEST SORROW MINE AND OTHER
MEMBERS OF IOGKF SPAIN FOR PEOPLE AND NATURE AFFECTED. DANI MORENO LA UNION
(MURCIA) Spain.
There are a number of ways you can help support Australian Bushfire
victims:
On Saturday, February 7, 2009 I visited Kokoro Dojo in Newcastle, New South Wales, with the kind permission of Sensei Brad Brown and Sensei Chris Larken.
I arrived around 9am for a 9:30am start. Driving up through the amazing scenery of the Hunter Valley and its many vineyards was really fantastic! Wine growing and produce, like Karate-do, has a lot of traditions dating back many centuries so I appreciated the views of the many yards flowing into the distance, in set patterns like Kata – it was very beautiful.
Arriving early gave me the time to catch up with my good friend Sensei Brad Brown and his lovely family, all of whom – as usual – welcomed me with open arms. We started at 9:30am and I appreciated the appearance from my other good friend and Australian joint Chief, Sensei Chris Larken.
We bowed in with 40 odd students ready to train and I started with a traditional Goju-ryu warm up, concentrating mainly on the technical aspects and breathing involved with the exercises we perform. I was very impressed with everybody’s enthusiasm; especially the young group of red pee-wees in the front line.
We then progressed onto some fitness and timing drills, starting in partners with one person lying on the ground, with the other completing jumping and turning drills in between their partners legs. We then moved onto some timing drills starting off with attacking and defensive moves, followed by defending and countering. All seemed to enjoy this training, even with the running thrown into it a bit later.
I then explained a little about elbow techniques to the class and took everyone through a basic combination drill, utilizing the five main waza used in Goju-ryu. From there I added a few applications, using some of the techniques we had just practiced, combined with take downs. It was good to see some partners really challenging each other with the training.
Kata was next on the agenda. We practiced Gekisai Dai Ichi and Gekisai Dai Ni all together, focusing on footwork and explanations of the techniques. The effort from everyone was very good and I was again impressed with the young junior grades.
I finished the session off with explanation of Kumite. I explained and demonstrated Iri Kumi 1, 2 and 3. It was great to see all students perfecting their technique and some challenging themselves against much larger and stronger opponents.
All in all I had a great time a Kokoro Dojo, I have visited there many times now and I always feel very welcome and respected. I received a lot of positive feedback from both Students and Parents about the session and everyone involved in the club has a very positive attitude to Karate-do training.
My thanks to Sensei Larken for taking time out of his busy schedule to come to the dojo and to Sensei Brad Brown and his team at Kokoro for allowing me to come and train once more – I appreciate it very much. I hope to host an instructor from Newcastle at my dojo in April for a Karate session.
I look forward to seeing all our Newcastle members at the Canberra Gasshuku on the 18th and 19th of April 2009!
Domo Arigato Gozaimashita
D.Lambert
IOGKF Goulburn
www.goulburnkarate.com
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