Congratulations to Spencer Webber (GilFach), and Morgan Evans (Cwmafan) on successfully passing their Dan Gradings. All the hard work and extra sessions put in these past few months resulted in greatly improved performances.
Spencer acheived Junior 1st Dan, whilst Morgan got his 2nd Dan.
Special thanks to those who attended the grading offering their support and, of course, to our team of Club Instructors and Examiners.
Congratulations to everyone who passed their Kyu Gradings earlier today. We look forward to seeing you all again at the next grading scheduled for March 4th 2018.
Remember: Each grading is a step closer to earning a coveted Welsh Bushi-Kai Dan Grade. Gradings are structured to encourage a continued improvement in technique and ability as you progress.
KYU GRADINGS:
Sunday 4th March
Sunday 8th July
Sunday 4th November
9.30 – 11.30am.
Cwrt Herbert, Neath.
BROWN BELT GRADINGS:
Saturday 24th March
Saturday 22nd September
10.00am – Noon.
Cwmavon Dojo
DAN GRADING:
Sunday 30th September
10.00am – noon. Baglan Dojo.
2018 DAN GRADING REGISTRATION:
Could all students names be registered with Association Admin Officer by Friday 1st December 2017 for the 2018 Dan Grading.
Dan Grade Info Packs are also available from Admin Office if required.
DAN GRADE COURSES:
Awaiting Confirmation of Dates, Venues.
The next Kyu Grading will take place on :
Sunday 5th November in Cwrt Herbert. 9.30am start.
Please ensure your licences are up to date prior to the grading as none will be done on the day.
The Dan Grading for those students re-testing will take place on:
Friday 15th December in BAGLAN COMMUNITY CENTRE. 7pm start.
Will instructors please inform the relevant students.
The Welsh Bushi-Kai would like to offer our congratulations to all who passed their Dan Grading on Saturday 30th September.
We would also like to offer our continued support and encouragement to those candidates who were unsuccessful on the day.
The date for the re-sit in December will be finalised shortly.
We would like to thank all of the Blocks partners for their hard work and commitment, plus special thanks to the many spectators for their customary support.
New Dan Grades:
1st Dan: Matthew Howard, Natalie Gallagher,Jacob Davies and Robyn Davies
2nd Dan: Helena Sykes and Ellis Southall.
The Dan Grade Panel for this Grading was :
Percy Brown 7th Dan
Nigel Taylor 6th Dan
Paul Bridge 6th Dan
Mark Coleman 4th Dan
David Jowett 4th Dan
Anthony Bridge 3rd Dan
Jordan Hopkins 3rd Dan.
On Sat 16th September, the WBK Brown Belt Grading took place at Cwmafan.
Grading examiners on this occasion were Nigel Taylor 6th Dan, Paul Bridge 6th Dan & Jordan Hopkins 3rd Dan.
We would like to congratulate everyone who passed their gradings on the day. Many thanks also to those who assisted as Blocks partners.
Details of the week long Dan grade course:
Monday: Baglan Karate Club. 7.30 – 9.00pm
Tuesday: Gilfach Goch Karate Club. 7.00 – 8.00pm
Wednesday: Neath Karate Club. 6.00 – 7.00pm
Thursday: Cwmavon Karate Club. 7.30 – 8.30pm
Friday: Baglan Karate Club. 7.00 – 8.30pm
The Dan grading will take place in BAGLAN Community Centre on Saturday 30th September. 10.00am start. Doors open 9.30am
Upcoming Event Reminder:
DAN GRADE ASSESSMENT: Friday 8th September at Baglan Community Centre.7pm start.
UK INT. OPEN CHAMPS’: Sunday 10th September at Dudley, West Midlands.
BROWN BELT GRADING: Saturday 16th September at Cwmafan Community Centre. Doors Open 9.30, Grading starts 10am.
DAN GRADING: Saturday 30th September at Baglan Community Centre. Doors Open 9.30, Grading starts 10am
UKC2 TOURNAMENT: Saturday 7th October, Barnsley Metrodome.
Details for the Dan Grade Assessment for those students attempting their Dan grade in September. The assessment will take place on Friday 8th September in Baglan karate club. 7pm start
Congratulations to everyone who passed their grading today. Also well done to everyone who attended the course. Huge thank you also to the instructors for their patience and guidance