CLASS CANCELLATIONS FOR THE MONTHS OF JULY AND AUGUST, 2010
There will be NO class on Thursday, July 1 (Canada Day)
ALL "Monday Classes" at Brooklin United Church are cancelled for the months
of July and August!!!
Classes that are cancelled are added onto the end
of the student's paid tuition.
Upcoming Events
Toronto WKK - Black Belt Class - Unionville Dojo - Wednesday, July 14, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Brooklin - Whitby Karate - "All Belts & Friends" Class - Heber Down - Thursday, July 22, 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM
Heber Down 2010
On our annual trek to Heber Down this year we worked on a Bo Kata called Sushi No Kon Sho. Training at Heber Down
affords us the opportunity to train out of doors in a wide open natural setting on uneven ground in the prevailing
weather conditions at that moment (always HOT and HUMID, bordering on rain). The turnout was GREAT with visiting
members from other clubs (Port Perry and Courtice), a long time friend from the "Durham College" days (Gord
Geissberger), and members from the Brooklin-Whitby dojo along with their friends and family.
A solitary grading in June!
Congratulations to Sarah for passing her test and receiving her Yellow Belt!!!
Surrounding Sarah are all of the instructors who have helped her along the way.
L-R: Sensei Cindy, Sempai Eric, Sensei Annemarie, and Sensei Ron.
The month of May brings success to these students!
Congratulations to the following students for making it to the next level!!!
(Back L-R) Barry, Kyle, George, Marco (Front L-R) Amelon, Aidan, Alissa
April - One BUSY Month!!!
There were several gradings and a "Spring Registration" for new students.
Students Laura and Tomas successfully test for their new ranks.
"Spring Registration" welcomes the following new students to the "Family Class"
(from L to R): Fiona, Hailey, Maureen, Josh, Jordan, and Kennedy
The "Children's" Class is really moving along!!! Promotions to Yellow Belt and to Orange Belt!
Shown below receiving their Yellow Belts are (Back L-R) Jarrod, Liam, Kaelum
(Front L-R) Griffin, Alexander, Stephane
Shown below receiving their Orange Belts are (Back L-R) Abby, Jacob, Bradley, Angelica
(Front L-R) Ella, Ryan, Camaren, Hanz
February and March Promotions!
There have been several recent promotions. Congratulations to all of the students who have trained hard and
earned their next level! On February 1, Steve (top photo below) headed off to Toronto to be tested in front
the Yudansha Grading Board. Steve's continuous hard work paid off and he was promoted to 1st degree Black Belt!
Congratulations Steve!!! On Thursday, March 18, Chloe, Cecilia and Tyler (bottom photo, left) successfully
tested for their next level! The next grading was for our new class of White Belts who started last fall. They
all demonstrated that they were ready to move on and were awarded their Yellow Belts! Pictured (bottom, right) are
Mark, Shane, Tim, Jessica and Hannah. Keep up the great work everyone!!!
2010 Thornhill "Winter" Invitational Tournament
On Saturday, February 27, a group of students from the Brooklin-Whitby dojo attended the "Winter"
tournament held in Thornhill. All of the students turned in exceptional performances!
THANK YOU for your participation! Pictured below in the photo on the left are the students who
attended from the "Children's Class". (L-R) Back Row: Bradley, Kaelum, Liam, Ella, Jacob, Abby
Front Row: Hanz, Ryan, Cameren, Stephane, Griffin // Absent: Jarrod
Pictured in the photo on the right are the students who attended from the "Family Class"
(L-R): Sensei Cindy, Chloe, Jessica, Aidan // Absent: James and AJ
Congratulations!!!
Congratulations to the five students who successfully graded to their next belt level on February the 4th!
Pictured below in the back row (L-R) are Dimitri, Marie and Matthew. In the front are Brady and Jerod.
2009 Oshawa-Whitby Wado-Kai Karate Invitational Tournament
On Saturday, December 5, a group of students from the Brooklin-Whitby dojo attended the annual
tournament held in Oshawa. All of the students had a great time and turned in exceptional performances!
THANK YOU for your participation! Pictured below in the photo on the left are the students who
attended from the "Children's Class". (L-R) Back Row: Sensei Ron & Sensei Cindy
Middle Row: Jarrod, Graham, Bradley, Angelica // Front Row (kneeling): Ryan, Alexander, Hanz
Absent: Griffin
Pictured in the photo on the right are the students who attended from the "Family Class"
(L-R) Back Row: Aidan, Dimitri, Hannah; Front Row: Brady & Chloe
Results - Children's Class
Jarrod - 1st place, kata; 3rd place, sparring
Graham - 1st place, sparring
Bradley - 3rd place, kata; 2nd place sparring
Ryan - 2nd place, kata
Alexander - 2nd place, sparring
Results - Family Class
Aidan - 1st place, sparring
Hannah - 1st place, kata
Brady - 1st place, kata; 3rd place, sparring
Wedding Bells!!!
On October 22, a surprise "shower" was held at the Brooklin-Whitby dojo to celebrate the forthcoming
marriage of Sensei Anthony to Sensei Heather. Along with all of the well wishes, gifts included a framed
photograph of Sensei Anthony and Heather on which all of the students signed the matte border, and a
Wedgwood Vase designed by Vera Wang. Shown below is Sensei Ron making the presentation to Heather
and Anthony, a photo of the cake which was subsequently devoured :-), and a photo of the bride and
groom on their wedding day ... don't they look GREAT!!!!!
Congratulations Matthew!!!
On November 2, Matthew participated in his most important grading so far, his grading to Shodan-Ho.
The grading was held at the Unionville dojo and in front of the Yudansha Grading Board. All of
Matthew's hard work and dedication over the past 4+ years paid off as he was successfully promoted
to the rank of Junior Shodan-Ho. Congratulations Matthew!!! Shown below is Matthew wearing his new
belt and displaying his certificate. Accompanying Matthew are Sensei Heather and Sensei Anthony who
have been instrumental in Matthew's progress.
Toronto Wado-Kai Karate Invitational Tournament - Thornhill
On October 24, a group of students from both the "Children's" class and the "Family" class traveled
to Thornhill for the annual Fall Tournament. Thank you to ALL who participated and proudly demonstrated
your skills. Pictured from L-R are AJ, Ella, James, Abby, Brady (kneeling), Hanz, Chloe, and Angelica.
Trophies were won by the following in their respective divisions:
Ella - 3rd place in sparring
Brady - 1st place in sparring, 1st place in kata
Hanz - 2nd place in sparring, 3rd place in kata
Chloe - 3rd place in kata
Congratulations!!!
On October 19, Barry, his son Aidan, and Scott tested for their next belt level. Congratulations
to all 3 for the effort they put into their grading and for the competence displayed! Shown below
is Barry and Aidan wearing their new Orange Belts, and Scott with his new Blue Belt.
Congratulations Sensei Annemarie!!!
In August, Toronto Wado-Kai Karate held its smallest (in Toronto) Yudansha grading ever,
one student. Sensei Annemarie had the Grading Board’s undivided attention!!! Weather wise,
there were only a couple of really hot and humid days this past summer and this was one of them,
wouldn’t you know! Regardless of the conditions, Sensei Annemarie forged ahead through her grading
and turned in an impressive performance. Shown below is Annemarie surrounded by her Sensei
(L-R, Anthony Woodward, Annemarie, Ron Sheyan, and Heather Cant). Congratulations Annemarie on
receiving your 2nd dan!!!
Congratulations!!!
On June 22 three of our students graded for their next belt level. Congratulations to all of
them for their hard work and success at passing their test. Shown below L- R are Alex (promoted
to Brown Belt), Sean (promoted to Brown Belt), and Steven (promoted to Orange Belt).
Surpirse!!!
On June 4 a surprise celebration was held in honour of Sensei Heather Cant. It was
in appreciation for all of her contributions to the success of the Brooklin-Whitby
club and also in recognition of her dedication since she began her training in September
of 1986, 23 years ago!!! In the photo below is Sensei Ron and Sensei Heather showing
the celebratory cake before it is eaten and also a photo of Sensei Ron and Sensei
Anthony presenting Sensei Heather with a certificate commemorating the celebration.
Girl Power!!!
Congratulations to the five students who successfully graded to their next belt
level on May 28. Pictured below in the back row (L-R) are those who assisted with
the grading: Sensei Heather, Sensei Sam, Sensei Cindy, and Sensei Heather. In the
front are Michelle, Areej, Abeer, Cecilia and Rochelle.
There Are Some Happy Kids In Brooklin!!!
In January of 2008, Sensei Ron and Sensei Sam started a Children's Class at the
Brooklin-Whitby Karate Club. On May 25 eight of the students went for their grading
to Yellow Belt. To say that they were awesome is an understatement! Congratulations
to all for your successful test!!! Pictured below in the back row (L-R) are those
who assisted with the grading: Sempai Steve, Sensei Ron, Sensei Sam, Sensei Cindy,
Sempai Eric, and Sensei Heather. Pictured in the middle row are: Bradley, Angelica,
Ella and Abby. And in the front row are Jacob, Cameren, Ryan anhd Hanz.
A Milestone For Brooklin - Whitby Karate!!!
On April 27, 4 students headed up to Unionville for their Shodan-Ho grading. The
significance about this grading was that it was the first time in Brooklin - Whitby
Karate's history that "Juniors" were being graded to this rank! They went to the
grading with great nervousness (and yes, some of it did show up at the grading)
and all came back with great success! Congratulations Wade, Cody, Kirk, and Jared
for attaining your Shodan-Ho belt! Shown below with those receiving their new rank
are some of the Sensei and Sempei who were instrumental in them attaining it. From
L-R: Sensei Annemarie, Sempai Eric, Sensei Ron, Jared, Wade, Cody, Kirk, Sensei
Anthony, Sempai Steve.
A SURPRISE Visit!!!
Sensei Sam Steele was just starting the children's class. Sensei Ron was at the
back of the class facing the same way as the students, towards the front, towards
Sensei Sam. Ron heard some rustling behind him and as a couple of students were
missing from class he turned around to see which of them had arrived. Much to Ron's
surprise, Sensei Neil Taylor (who currently lives Northwest of Detroit) was standing
in the hallway! When Ron started taking karate in January of 1982, Neil was a senior
student in the class! It was a total surprise and a total pleasure to have Neil
visit the Brooklin-Whitby club. It was more than a pleasure having Neil teach the
complete "Family" class (which follows the "Children's" class). Shown below is a
photo of Neil instructing the class, a group photo, and lastly a photo of older
versions of the "Ron and Neil" that used to train together in days gone by :-)
Toronto Wado-Kai Karate - Winter Invitational Tournament
On February 28, Toronto Wado-Kai Karate held it's Winter Invitational Tournament.
Congratulations go to all "Brooklin Karate" students for their participation!!!
Pictured below are:
Hanz - 1st place sparring, 2nd place kata; Ella - 3rd place sparring
Abby - performed wonderfully; Ryan - 1st place kata
Bassai Dai
At Brooklin Karate's Senior Belt Class held in September, the second of three planned
sessions aimed at studying the self-defense applications contained within kata Bassai
Dai was completed.
Pictured below, Sensei Ron has been seized by Sensei Anthony. Ron escapes by throwing
Anthony using the same motion as the outside middle block used near the beginning
of Bassai Dai.
Below, Sensei Heather Myers has reached across and seized Sensei Heather Cant's
wrist. Heather C delivers a downward shuto uchi to Heather M's brachioradialus muscle
causing a great deal of pain and bending her forward. Heather C then exploits the
opening created at the neck to deliver a second downward shuto uchi affecting the
carotid artery and vagus nerve.
Kata - Solo and Two-Person, Armed and Unarmed, Analysis and Application
Pictured below (left) is Sensei Ron and Sempai Heather Myers working on an application
from Pinan Godan. On the right is Sensei Ron practicing a two-person bo drill (Pechin
Kumibo) with John Holwager, 6th dan American Isshinryu Karate.
Sensei Ron performing Tsuken Sunakake No Eku (a kata with an Oar).