Author: O. J.

Updates

[ UPDATE / COVID ] Latest news from the EKF

  To ensure its members train in the safest possible way, the CKA will always follow the guidelines as set by the EKF (English Karate Federation), aligned with the governance and instructions of Sport England. Please find below the latest communication from the EKF, with regards to training according to “local lock-downs” and the “three-tier” approach:-   COVID UPDATE Dear Chiltern Karate Association, As I … Continue reading [ UPDATE / COVID ] Latest news from the EKF

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Updates

[ UPDATE / COVID ] Further update about the EKF !

Good news for every karate-do student – we have received confirmation from Sport England and the EKF that the indoor rule of 6 does NOT apply to karate as long as we continue to follow the guidelines:- STOP PRESS The EKF has received confirmation from Sport England that the recent changes in relation to the rule of 6 DOES NOT APPLY TO KARATE training. However, … Continue reading [ UPDATE / COVID ] Further update about the EKF !

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Updates

[ UPDATE / COVID ] Message from the EKF following today’s announcements : business as usual (for now…)

  UPDATE Dear Members Following the government’s announcement regarding the ‘rule of six’ and the impact on sport we are aware there is considerable discussion and some confusion around the matter. EKF immediately contacted Sport England for clarity. They have advised that it is their belief the new rules apply to Indoor TEAM sport, and that individual sports, like karate, can continue as we were … Continue reading [ UPDATE / COVID ] Message from the EKF following today’s announcements : business as usual (for now…)

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Features

[ FEATURE ] Training with Sensei Langley & Sensei Hotton (online, still)…

  “I want fluidity in my karate”, Rick Hotton Last week-end was supposed to be a week-end full of karate, with the usual quarterly CKA grading and the opportunity to train with Rick Hotton visiting the HDKI from the US… But unfortunately due to the current restrictions, grading had to be cancelled… But fortunately the HDKI decided to convert their seminar into an online event.! … Continue reading [ FEATURE ] Training with Sensei Langley & Sensei Hotton (online, still)…

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Training

[ UPDATE ] Chesham dojo reopening its doors on 1st of September !

  Hi All I am happy to let you know that the Chesham dojo will be reopening its doors tomorrow night, 1st September 2020 😀. There will be one unique 1-hour session, running from 8pm onwards. The usual fees will apply (exact money only please or multiples thereof as no change can be given). Please arrive ready in your gi and bring a pair of light … Continue reading [ UPDATE ] Chesham dojo reopening its doors on 1st of September !

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Training

[ TRAINING ] Opportunity to train (online) with the EKF National Kata Coaching Team

Don’t miss your chance to train with the EKF National Kata Coaching Team. On the 6th September the first of a two part, online kata programme will commence. The first part will be focused on Shotokan followed by a subsequent session (date TBC) focusing upon Shito Ryu. The Shotokan session will be led by Head Kata Coach, Ady Gray and Assistant National Coach, John Gardiner. This will commence at … Continue reading [ TRAINING ] Opportunity to train (online) with the EKF National Kata Coaching Team

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Training, Updates

[ UPDATE ] Back to dojo training in Amersham !

  Hi all, we are pleased to let you know that the Amersham dojo has officially re-opened its doors, last Thursday. Sensei Mike and Sensei Steve will endeavour to teach 2 x 1-hour class – from 7pm til 8pm (all grades) and from 8pm til 9pm (senior grades) going forward. All CKA students from all our dojos are welcome to attend. As places are strictly limited … Continue reading [ UPDATE ] Back to dojo training in Amersham !

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Events, Training

[ UPDATE ] REOPENING OF THE AMERSHAM DOJO : A MESSAGE FROM SENSEI DAVENPORT

  As the Amersham dojo is preparing to re-open its doors imminently, please see below a message from Sensei Davenport about the current situation and the protocol students will need to follow as they access the dojo. Please speak to your instructor, should you have any questions or should you wish to return. Further information will follow about other dojos, as information becomes available. All … Continue reading [ UPDATE ] REOPENING OF THE AMERSHAM DOJO : A MESSAGE FROM SENSEI DAVENPORT

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Training, Updates

[ UPDATE ] REOPENING OF THE DOJO’S – MESSAGE FROM DAVENPORT SENSEI

Dear CKA members and their loved ones The past few months have been challenging for us all and has been a unique experience for everyone. The CKA, like every other karate club & association, has had to adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic as best as we can, and so we turned our attention away from the Dojo and embraced the world of on-line Zoom training. … Continue reading [ UPDATE ] REOPENING OF THE DOJO’S – MESSAGE FROM DAVENPORT SENSEI

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Features

[ FEATURE ] About the proliferation of styles and associations in the 20th century

  We continue our series of brief ‘lock-down’ articles by looking at the proliferation of styles and associations that occurred in the course of the 20th century, the possible reasons for such a phenomenon and the consequences. “In the Shotokan world, split after split has defined the twenty-first century. Even in single international organisations, there is infighting and backstabbing.” Scott Langley “One serious problem […] … Continue reading [ FEATURE ] About the proliferation of styles and associations in the 20th century

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