Training restarts on Thursday 6th January 2022 at the usual times:-
Beginners, Juniors and Intermediates 6pm – 7pm
Seniors and Advanced 7pm – 8pm
Every Monday and Thursday thereafter.
Look forward to seeing you all in 2022.
Kyu Grading – Mon 29th Nov 2021
HSKC will be holding our next Kyu grading on Monday 29th November 2021. The grading will be conducted by Sensei Mike O’Connor 7th Dan KUGB.
It is imperative you train regularly and are of a sufficient standard to be eligible to grade. Ideally, you should be training at least twice per week.
Those wishing to grade should ensure your licence is up to date. Please speak to Sensei Mike or Sensei Dave if you are wishing to grade.
Cost of grading is £10 plus the usual cost of the training session.
Adults – Return to Training May 2021
KUGB Dan Grading Announcement
Please visit the KUGB website “Events” section for more details on the below grading courses. As I understand it at present, there will be NO training on these courses.
Remembering Enoeda Sensei
Remembering Enoeda Sensei, sadly lost to the world of karate 18 years ago on the 29th March…his spirit lives on in many dojos…this famous portrait from Bernard Rose photography is from the 1978 shoot for Terry O’Neill’s FAI magazine.
Staged return to Training
To all the members of the Handbridge Shotokan Karate Club and it’s visitors
As per the government /Sport England and the K.U.G.B. approval, Indoor training will start in stages;
Stage 1 for HSKC : JUNIOR MEMBERS ONLY
(Under 18 at the date shown) may return to training in the GYM of Queens Park High School from MONDAY 12th April 6pm to 7pm
Youngsters arriving should stay socially distant and come already in their Gi – trainers are now optional for under 18’s. OTHER THAN THE INSTRUCTORS : NO ADULTS ARE ALLOWED
Your Temperature will be checked and the use of hand sanitizer is required for entry.
Adult spectators are NOT allowed under the conditions for return to training.
You should NOT attend if you have ANY covid symptoms – sudden fatigue, high temperature, persistent cough, a change in your taste or sense of smell.
Stage 2 For HSKC SENIOR MEMBERS, (Over 18)
Training for over 18’s in both the Kyu class and the Dan Class are allowed to restart indoor training ONLY from MONDAY 17th MAY 2021. Please do not attempt to visit prior to this date as it is not allowed by law.
Please note this second date the 17th May is subject to any government extension to lock down rules and entirely out of the influence of HSKC or the KUGB.
Again we would ask that You should NOT attend if you have ANY covid symptoms – sudden fatigue, high temperature, persistent cough, a change in your taste or sense of smell.
The above safety checks and sanitizer use will also apply.
It will be our pleasure to welcome you back to safe training in the Handbridge Dojo.
Sensei Mike O’Connor 7th Dan KUGB – Chief Instructor of HSKC
and
Sensei Dave Roberts 3rd Dan KUGB – Assistant Chief Instructor of HSKC
DOJO: The GYM, Queens Park High School,
Handbridge , Chester CH4 7AE
Special KUGB Easter Course
Latest Training Information due to Covid-19
Please be advised that due to the latest government guidelines, EDU Lettings who manage the Handbridge Dojo bookings have been informed that the dojo will now have to close from Tuesday 5th January until Sunday 14th February (subject to government updates).
We will keep you updated with further notices as and when we have new information.
Thank you all once again for your support.
PS If anyone wishes to train, there are many Zoom classes available with senior Sensei’s. These sessions will help towards your next grading. Please message for details.
Training January 2021
Please note, due to the recent change to Tier 4, the dojo will not now open on 4th January as planned. The earliest possible date back in the dojo will be 18th January. However, this is still subject to government and KUGB advice. The website will be updated after the next government statement regarding restrictions.
Stay home, stay safe.
Christmas Message 2020
Dear HSKC Members.
I want to wish you all a very safe and special Happy Christmas 2020.
It has been a hard year for everyone, myself included. So many
courses and plans had to be cancelled.
The Handbridge Dojo had its last session of the year on Monday 21st
December.
Thank you everyone who made the effort to be there.
Thank you to those who have supported the Dojo but just could not make it.
With the blessing of Sport England and the safety protocols of the
KUGB we will re-open in the New Year on Monday 4th January 2021.
Remember that the best defence against the virus is regular exercise
and we have Temperature checks on Instructors and students alike.
We are all well distanced in a huge airy Gym.
Trainers are being worn so no contact with the floor and everywhere
is sanitised as well as hand sanitizer on entry.
No contact allowed so it’s its basics and Kata with long distance
kumite drills and NO kiais or shouts.
So do feel safe to join back with us in 2021
Please have a Happy Safe Christmas and New Year see you on the 4th
Jan 2021.
Oss
Sensei Mike O’Connor 7th Dan KUGB
HSKC Chief Club Instructor.