Welcome to Carroty Wood
This year our Autumn camp will be held at the exciting venue of Carroty Wood (in Tonbridge, Kent). We have a beautiful lodge to stay in and use of a sports hall, plus some great outdoor spaces to train in.
I’ve not been to camp before, what can I expect?
Lots of Karate training (outdoor and indoor), lots of focused practice, time to reflect, learn and meditate, lots of fun camping / cooking and enjoying the new experiences this venue has to offer. Expect the unexpected….. and try something new.
Should I be concerned about my grade / fitness levels?
No, camp has something to offer everyone. You will be challenged more so than when training in the dojo, but camp is varied to suit everyone’s fitness and ability.
If you have any concerns, please talk to your instructor.
Are there any age / grade restrictions?
The training camp is open to everyone over the age of 14 years
The training will be designed to suit different levels of ability and grade Students below the age of 18 will be supervised at all times
VENUE Address: Rock UK, Carroty Wood, Higham Ln, Tonbridge TN11 9QX Phone: 01732 361361 http://www.rockuk.org/home
FULL CAMP START: Friday 22nd September 2017 7:30pm (arrive 7pm onwards) FINISH: Sunday 24th September 2017 3:30pm
INSTRUCTOR / EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS
Renshi Caroline Gibbs: 07889 237137 Kyoshi Piero Barba: 07919 287097
BRING: Sun protection creams, clothing for all weathers, Gis, and trainers (remember your clothing and trainers will get dirty). If you are staying overnight bring a sleeping bag, washing materials, toothbrush, toothpaste and towel. Be sure to bring your Mitts, Shin Guards and Body Protectors if you have them. Please return the form by MONDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER 2017 to your instructor, or you can EMAIL your form to Caroline@Ryushinkan.co.uk
If you have any queries please contact Renshi Caroline Gibbs on 07889 237137
Summer camp consists of a full residential training camp from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon and is open to all students (including Diddy Deshi sessions for under 8 year olds).
Training will suit all levels of ability, and Junior and Diddy Deshi students will be supervised at all times.
VENUE: Restrop & Weavers Lodge, Blackland Farm, Grinstead Lane, East Grinstead, RH19 4HP
FULL CAMP START: Friday 23rd June at 7:00pm (arrive 6:30‐7:00pm)
FINISH: Sunday 25th June 3:00pm
DIDDY DESHI SESSIONS (students under 8 years old can attend the following session)
Saturday 24th June – 2pm to 4pm
INFORMATION:
Training will be designed to suit different levels of ability
Junior and Diddy Deshi students will be supervised at all times
There will be a light meal when students arrive on Friday evening (soup and bread)
Emergency contact numbers: Caroline Gibbs: 07889 237137 – Chelle Marle 07810 771737 – Jason Marle: 07900 650267 – Piero Barba 07919 287097
BRING: Sun protection creams, clothing for all weathers, Gi’s, and trainers (remember your clothing and trainers will get dirty). For full camp also bring: sleeping bag, washing materials, toothbrush, toothpaste and towel (full list available upon request).
FEES
Full camp for adult student £45
Full camp for junior student £40
Diddy Deshi sessions ‐ £5
REGISTRATION: (download here)
Please return the form by Friday 9th June to your instructor.
Please note: report when you arrive and leave camp to the Registrar (Chelle Marle).
This Sunday we look forward to hosting the Grading and Kumite TaiKai. If you have not yet handed in your form or spoken to your instructor about this please do so this week.
The attached document gives you all the information you need for this events.
Yours sincerely
Kyoshi Piero Barba and the senior committee
Reiwaryu Ryushinkan Karatedo
Time: 9am – 11am
Location: Hurstpierpoint Scout Hut
NEW KATA:
MEANING: Warrior lights up the heaven.
Ten – Heaven
Sho – Shine/light
Ken – Kobushi/warrior/Samurai
The introduction of this new Kata will change the grading kata requirements for the future. This session is an opportunity to focus on this Kata alone. The Kata will then be introduced into the weekly classes.
I have been part of this school for 35 years dedicating my time to develop my understanding of the true philosophy of what we do and how we do it. I have been very fortunate to have my sensei and seniors to guide me into this position with the right ethics and understanding. I have been teaching for 22 years and have sat on the senior committee for the last 6 years dedicating any spare time I have outside my family life and running a business to the Karatedo practice that I love.
The school has seen over 1000 students pass through it’s doors and currently has around 130 active members. I am very grateful to belong to a fantastic school and be part of a group of respectful and honourable people.
The future of this school will always be positive because it comes from the strong roots that Kyoshi Peter created. If we train with a pure heart full of enjoyment and positive energy we will see another 1000 students pass through the doors.
Myself and the new senior committee members, consisting of Tina Emerson Renshi, Tim Emerson Renshi, Caroline Gibbs Renshi and Jason Marle Renshi will drive the school forward. We will see some new things happening and we will have some fun times ahead.
I will leave you with a personal message to me, from someone very dear to me that I feel sums up the school perfectly.
Cowfold Dojo will be open on New Years Eve: 31st December
If you have any question please contact Renshi Caroline