02/02/2012
- It's a Boy!!!!!In case you haven't already heard the news, Maximillian Francis Van Strijp was proudly welcomed into the world at 1:54 pm on the 28th of January. Congratulations to Sensei Joe and Nina on the birth of their first child. More here.....
20/01/2012
- Change of RM and BTS SeminarsSensei Joe has been offered an position with GKR in Melbourne and with the iminent arrival of his and Nina's first child, they have decided to accept it so they are closer to family. Look out for the Flyer for the Back to School Super Seminar on Saturday January 28th. Full information here.....
18/12/2010: Region 23 Beach TrainingBeach Training Class in Region 23 is generally planned to be the final training session for the year – a chance for the whole region to enjoy training collectively, in one large outdoor dojo. Over 100 students and their instructors gathered in the cool, breezy morning on a broad sandy stretch south of the Port Noarlunga Jetty. Full details and photos here.....
21/12/2010: Reynella East Halloween ClassSensei's usually plan their classes with care for their students, one class might feature kata, another kumite and yet another strengthen basics. However when a Sensei takes the time to plan and advertise a special type of karate class, you would expect that it would be a class with a difference. Especially the last Wednesday class in October at Reynella East dojo; Sensei Des' Halloween Karate Class! Full details and photos here.....
03/12/2010:
December Region UpdateAnother year is almost over as the last few weeks of training for the year are upon us. It will be a busy time with several events happening. These include a Black Belt Assessment, Beach Training, last Grading for the year and January activities. Full details here.....
08/07/2010:
Mid Year Black Belt AssessmentA large group was in attendance for the mid year Assessment as not only was Sensei Mark Case attending, but also Shihan Stacey Karetsian and Sensei Gavin Samen. The grading followed a slightly different format to normal, with Sensei Gavin taking most of the students for partner work, while the Grading panel watched the Kata and Kumite of the Grading students. Full details on who passed and lots of Photos here.....
29/06/2010: 2 Day SeminarA big 2 days for Region 9 students with the holding of the recent GKR World Wide Super Seminar and Grading. Three specialised training sessions were followed by an assessment, combined with the monthly Region Grading. Full details and photos here.....
03/06/2010:
Region 9 Sensei Mark Case VisitA treat for the Region 9 Instructor group, with Southern Zone Director, Sensei Mark Case taking the Thursday night Senior Class. It was a fairly solid class, focussing on basics, combos and kata. Full details and photos here.....
07/05/2010: May
Region 9 Family Seminar and Tournament Dates/DetailsThe May "Family Seminar" has been announced and will consist of three sessions. June is Tournament Month, with a GKR, AKF and NAS Tournament in successive weeks. Full details here.....
24/03/2010:
Region 9 NewsA lot is happening in Region 9 with the Easter/School Holiday period activities released. Activities include a Colouring in contest for Juniors, Bring a Friend, Kumite Seminar and Open Senior Class. In addition the Dernancourt Classes are relocating down the road and around the corner as from 30th March. Full details here.....
19/03/2010:
Murray Bridge Class opensAn exciting time for Region 23 students in the Hills with a new class opening on Tuesday nights at Murray Bridge. In charge will be Sensei Darren Nathan. This is a new area for GKR Karate and opens up a new area. A number of new classes have also opened in Region 9, with several locations adding an extra class. Full details here .....
24/02/2010:
Last Class at ModburyAn end of an era at Modbury Dojo last Wednesday night, with the last GKR Karate Class in the old Gym. GKR classes have been held at this location for nearly 25 years and an attempt was made to beat the previous record of 49 Instructors and Students. Did they make it? Full details and photo's here .....
04/02/2010:
Region 9 Beach Training #2 and Training TimesThe second Beach Training was held on a very pleasant morning at Semaphore South Beach. There have been a few more changes to Dojo locations and times. Dojo's effected are Ingle Farm and Birkenhead immediately and Modbury from beginning of March. See your Sensei for a new timetable. Full details and photo's here.....
04/02/2010:
Region 9 Beach Training #2, Special Class, Training TimesThe recent Region 9 Special Class was well attended with around 50 students participating in the three sessions. Beach Training #2 information is now out, and classes are back to the normal times with a few minor changes. More information here.....
26/01/2010:
Region 9 Australia Day Open Senior Class and BBQOver 50 students and Instructors attended the Australia Day Open Senior Class, which was followed by a traditional BBQ. Sensei Daniel and Sensei Joe took the class, which focussed on Basics and Sparring. Whilst it was warm inside, it was very pleasant outside for the BBQ. Full details and Photos here.....
3/01/2010:
Region 9 Class Time changes and Special Classes in JanuaryDue to the lower class attendance in January, a number of Region 9 Dojo's will operate on a reduced Schedule. Details of January Special Classes and advance warning of a February Beach Training are now available. More information here....
19/12/2009: Region 23 Beach Training and
Sensei DinnerA large number of Region 23 Sensei and Students attended their Beach Training at Port Noarlunga. As the weather was better, more time was spent in the water, always good fun. The Region held their Sensei Dinner at the Marion Hotel in early November, with the theme this year being Myths & Legends. Full details and Photos here.....
12/12/2009:
Region 9 Beach TrainingAround 40 Instructors and students braved the cool weather for the final Special Class of 2009. Held at Semaphore South Beach, the students had a bit of fun and a work out in the sand. Full details and Photos here.....