Events, Training

[ 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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Training, Updates

[ IMPORTANT ] Change to training times in Holmer Green (from 24-Sep-18)

  Please note the following changes in the training schedule at the Holmer Greem dojo, effective from the 24th of September onwards. This change is introduced to coincide with the beginner’s course starting on the same date: New Schedule: [ from 24-Sep-18 onwards ] Mondays, 19:00 to 20:00, beginners to 4th kyu Mondays, 20:00 to 21:15, 3rd kyu and above Old Schedule:  Mondays, 19:30 to … Continue reading [ IMPORTANT ] Change to training times in Holmer Green (from 24-Sep-18)

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Features

[ FEATURE ] The Sep-2018 edition of the LION available online ! (石の上にも三年)

  The September 2018 edition of the Lion can now be found and downloaded from the Lion Archive. Updates about forthcoming courses and ther key dates for your calendar, a journey through Budo, and much more… 石の上にも三年 (ishi no ue nimo san nen) ! (open the Lion to find out !) Continue reading [ FEATURE ] The Sep-2018 edition of the LION available online ! (石の上にも三年)

O. J.
Events, Features

[ IMPORTANT ] NEW CKA LOGO : A MESSAGE FROM SENSEI DAVENPORT

  Hi all, To mark our 25th anniversary, we decided to revamp our current badge with a new version, fit for the next 25 years. The design has been produced by a top London graphics agency that has worked with prestigious companies like Audi, Burberry, Ocado, etc. I hope you like it ! 😊 We wanted the design to be an evolution and not a … Continue reading [ IMPORTANT ] NEW CKA LOGO : A MESSAGE FROM SENSEI DAVENPORT

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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 )

O. J.
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)

O. J.
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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