Competition

[ COMPETITION ] JKA England Open Championships ( Saturday 3rd of November 2018 )

  On Saturday 3rd November, JKA England are holding their biennial Open Championships which are truly “open” to non-JKA members. In 2016 the CKA had three competitors and came back with two medals. Now we want to double the number! If you want to compete in either kumite or kata, please contact Dave Davenport at: – [email protected] or send me a text on 07753 761778 … Continue reading [ COMPETITION ] JKA England Open Championships ( Saturday 3rd of November 2018 )

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Events

[ SEMINAR ] Scott Langley Course 2018 (Sunday 11th of November 2018)

  We have the greatest of pleasure to confirm that Sensei Scott Langley (Chief Technical Director of HDKI) is returning to the CKA on Sunday 11th November!! To ensure you get the best possible experience, close up & personal, the course will be limited to just THIRTY (30) places! Please confirm your place with me as soon as possible to avoid disappointment😊 As has been … Continue reading [ SEMINAR ] Scott Langley Course 2018 (Sunday 11th of November 2018)

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Grading

[ IMPORTANT ] Grading Examination postponed to the 9th of September

  Please note that, as we would like as many students to attend, grading examination (that was due to take place on the 2nd of September) has now been postponed by one week and will now take place on the 9th of September: Location: Chesham Dojo, Chiltern Hills Academy, Chartridge Lane, Chesham HP5 2RG Programme: Training at 10am, following by grading examinatino at 11.30am Examinations … Continue reading [ IMPORTANT ] Grading Examination postponed to the 9th of September

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Features

[ FEATURE ] A few good reads…

  Whether you are looking for some interesting reading for the summer or preparing for your Shodan, below are a few good books that will either give you an insight into the mind of some senior karateka, or will hopefully help you with your training. For further reviews and recommendations, refer to our Book Reviews section. Enjoy…   A collection of 35 short articles written … Continue reading [ FEATURE ] A few good reads…

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Events

[ SEMINAR ] “Reframing your art for the next level” (武道)

  A 2-days seminar taking place in the vicinity… On the 30th of June and the 1st of July, Iain Abernethy and Kris Wilder will be holding a seminar which theme is “Reframing your art for the next level”.  The main objective of the course is about knowing what is valuable, understanding the value, and then applying it with two goals in mind, mastery of … Continue reading [ SEMINAR ] “Reframing your art for the next level” (武道)

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Features

[ FEATURE ] The Five Spirits of Budo (武道)…

  I thought I would share my notes from a recent (captivating) lesson about the various mindsets useful – if not essential – to the karateka… Before I forget… Shoshin (初心) Meaning “beginner’s mind“… Essential to ensure continuous learn… And especially important as you progress through the grades… Do not forget that Shodan means “level 1”: black belt is not the end but rather the … Continue reading [ FEATURE ] The Five Spirits of Budo (武道)…

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Training

[ IMPORTANT ] CELEBRATING THE CKA’S 25 YEARS !!! (弱肉強食)

  The CKA is 25 years’ old ! To celebrate this event, the grading training scheduled to take place in Chesham, between 10am and 12pm on the 24th of June, will take on a special format… The first hour will classically be dedicated to each grade’s syllabus. The second hour will focus on the teaching of Bunkai, based on the Heian Kata. Training will be … Continue reading [ IMPORTANT ] CELEBRATING THE CKA’S 25 YEARS !!! (弱肉強食)

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Events

[ SEMINAR ] JKA England International Course, Crawley, May 2018

  Every year the Japan Karate Association England holds International Courses with world renowned Karate instructors from Japan. The next course will take place at K2 Crawley and it is open to all Shotokan associations and ages. It is will be held between Friday, 4th May to Monday 7th May, with in attendance: Imura Sensei 7th Dan, Kobayashi Sensei, 6th Dan, and Shiina Mai Sensei, 3rd Dan from Japan, … Continue reading [ SEMINAR ] JKA England International Course, Crawley, May 2018

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Features

[ FEATURE ] Nanakorobi Yaoki (七転八起)

  Nanakorobi Yaoki (pronounced “nah-nah koh-row-bee yah oh-kee”) literally means “fall down seven times, get up eight times” and is often used to illustrate the perserverence of the karateka needed to achieve success, whether in training or battle. Below is an old article written by one of our Shodan about his journey to reach Shodan, and is a perfect illustration of Nanakorobi Yaoki …   … Continue reading [ FEATURE ] Nanakorobi Yaoki (七転八起)

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Features

[ FEATURE ] Latest version of the LION now available online ! (あさせにあだなみ)

  The latest version of the LION has been uploaded here!. Find about about Venn diagrams, Kagami Biraki, reasons you may want to quit practising karate (and why you shouldn’t), an update about the funds raised by the Holmer Green dojo in aid of a very worthy charity (Breast Cancer Awareness), and useful dates for your calendar! Enjoy! あさせにあだなみ : asase ni adanami (open the … Continue reading [ FEATURE ] Latest version of the LION now available online ! (あさせにあだなみ)

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