Posts Tagged ‘Shinsa’

Congrats Minnehaha!

Monday, November 16th, 2009

Well, for those who didn’t participate at the 21st MWKF Tournament, here’s  quick summary:

  1. Lyfonge and Nate got 3rd in Mudansha division!
  2. We all passed our gradings!  Amanda sempai, me, and Justin are now Nidan!  Hana is now Shodan!  Lastly, Lyfonge is now Ikkyu!

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Special practice & 21st MWKF Tournament

Monday, September 14th, 2009

On 10/10, Saturday – we will have a joint practice with other dojo’s visiting from other states.  The practice time will be as usual, 3:30-5:30, but please be there a bit early.

On 10/11, Sunday  – we will be practicing Shiai (competition) matches; meaning we will set up our dojo just like a Shiaijo (match arena) with a timer, and 3 referees to judge valid points.  Beginners; even without Bogu are welcome to watch the practice matches so that you get a feel of how actual matches are like and learn to what are valid scores.  The practice will go from 9:00 am-noon, please be ready to go by 9:15am. (more…)

Miyazaki Masahiro Sensei a.k.a. The Kendo God is now 8th Dan!

Wednesday, May 20th, 2009

For people who don’t know who Miyazaki Masahiro sensei is, how could you?!   Miyazaki sensei participated in the All Japan Kendo Championship (meaning the best fighting the best).  Winning 6 times 1st place, 1 second place and 3 third places (victories in 3 consecutive years once, victories in two consecutive years once) between 1990 to 2001.  (more…)