Bellingen Shotokan Karate in Bellingen, New South Wales | Martial arts school

Bellingen Shotokan Karate

Locality: Bellingen, New South Wales

Phone: +61 497 336 777

Address: Uniting Church 2454 Bellingen, NSW, Australia

Website: https://www.facebook.com/Bellingen-Karate

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22.01.2022 Dear Karateka & families, Thank you for responding to my request for those prepared for starting Karate classes for Term 3. Whilst the numbers of takers are slightly down, the warm wishes and enthusiasm was appreciated. However, due to a few wanting to wait till Term 4, and the recent COVID spikes (combined with holiday visitors), I’ve decided to hold off restarting classes for now, but will keep a watching brief.... If you’re young one is keen to do some practice at home. there are links to the first two katas on the Facebook page & I am happy to email training (& grading) sheets if wanted. It’s interesting the similarities of karate and any form of defence. For any threat you need to take stock of the situation quickly, assess it, and decide what you can do to respond to protect yourself, and loved ones. Indecision is not a solution; it’s avoiding action and a higher risk. Whilst the outcome is not guaranteed, you need to make your decision and commit to it; then re-assess and adapt as necessary. Whilst I would very much like to restart next week, I believe it’s best to wait. I wish everyone all the best and want for you to continue to be safe and careful. regards Sensei Brett

21.01.2022 Last Karate class for the year is still on tonight. Ossu Sensei Brett

21.01.2022 Hi Karateka, I hope everyone had time to spend with loved ones and some rest & recuperation. Classes for 2020 start on Wednesday 5th February. Some of our great teenagers are off to Uni etc, so there will be room in our seniors class for new students if you or anyone you know would like to have a try, please let me know. Ossu Sensei Brett

21.01.2022 BELLINGEN SHOTOKAN KARATE Restarting KARATE CLASSES 14 Oct 2020 Dear Karateka & families,... I think it’s time to restart Karate classes for Term 4 (14th Oct ) 2020, it would be good if you could let me know who will be attending, as I have to book the hall for the term in advance. As mention previously, we have a COVID Plan, following social distancing rules, i.e. no contact or bag work, and hand sanitiser being available, and not allowing more than four parent /carers in the foyer at a time. For those who had paid for Term 1, I will be giving a $30 discount of Term 4 fees. If you want to discuss anything feel free to call or email/messenger me. I look forward to seeing everyone again Ossu Sensei Brett Contact Information: Brett 0497 336777, or like our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BellingenShotokanKarate Email: [email protected]

20.01.2022 Hi Karateka & families, I hope everyone had a good holiday break, and look forward to seeing you again next Wednesday night Ossu Sensei Brett

16.01.2022 Hi Karateka & extended families, Due to the increasing COVID19 concerns, I will be cancelling the remaining classes for Term 1, but will post links to katas and practices for students on the Facebook page Bellingen Shotokan Karate to do at home if they wish. any queries feel free to email or call... Stay safe & well. Brett

15.01.2022 BELLINGEN SHOTOKAN KARATE We are restarting Karate Classes! Term 4 starts Wednesday 14th October 2020... Following our survey, Wednesday is still the most suitable day. We will be in the Old church building (St Andrews Hall) a few metres north of our usual venue. As mention previously, we have a COVID Plan and will be following social distancing rules, i.e. no contact or bag work, with hand sanitiser available, and no parent /carers in the church hall please. For those who had paid in full for Term 1, I will be giving a $30 discount of Term 4 fees, i.e. kids $55 (or $45 early bird). Class Information: Classes are held at the St Andrews Church Hall in Ford Street on Wednesday nights, children’s class running from 5.00pm - 6.00pm, Teens/Adults class 6.00pm till 7.00pm. Fees for T4 2020 Regular Early Bird (Due by 2ND class of term) Children $85 $75 Teen/Adults $105 $95 Contact Information: Brett 0497 336777, or like our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BellingenShotokanKarate Email: [email protected] Ossu Sensei Brett

15.01.2022 Hi Karateka, JKA have Shiina Sensei (7th Dan JKA) coming to Brisbane for a seminar on 16th &17th November 2019, it is a great opportunity. If you could let me know if you would like to attend please Ossu Sensei Brett

15.01.2022 Dear Karateka & families, Please see newsletter attached re classes starting for term 3, next Wednesday 24 July Ossu Sensei Brett

14.01.2022 Hi Karateka & extended families, Just to update everyone on the current Covid 19 issue. Needless to say We ask that any person who has undertaken overseas travel in the last 14 days, has any cold or flu like symptoms, or has been in contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19, does not attend classes.... Information is available at https://www.health.gov.au//health-alerts/novel-coronavirus- 2019-ncov-health-alert/what-you-need-to-know-about-coronavirus-covid-19#how-to-seek-medical-attention We will be following social distancing in class with no contact exercises, if you do not want your child (or you) to attend, I understand perfectly. I will assess next term during the Easter break and let everyone know what the plan is going forward before Term 2 commencement date. Stay safe Regards Brett

14.01.2022 Hi Karateka &families, I hope everyone is doing alright isolating as much as we can. As usual the Bellingen community is stepping up with a care network and locally inspired drive through testing clinic amongst other initiatives. As promised I've posted as couple of links to the first two katas for your kids to practice at home. Taikyoku Shodan is at: http://shotokan.net.au/?page_id=100 Heian Shodan is at: https://tinyurl.com/refebfu Feel free to record any practice and send to me at [email protected]; I would be happy to review and give encouragement and tips. Stay safe & well Sensei Brett

13.01.2022 BELLINGEN SHOTOKAN KARATE July 2020 Restarting KARATE CLASSES ... Hi Karateka & extended families, As you know I had to regretfully cancel the last three Karate classes of Term 1, and all of Term 2 due to COVID19 concerns. The Church hall is tentatively allowing hiring again for term 3, dependant on no increased Covid risks arising. So I am seeking your feedback on who is prepared to attend, or have their children attend classes starting on the 22nd July. I have prepared a COVID Plan, which would entail following social distancing rules, i.e. no contact or bag work, and hand sanitiser being available, and not allowing more than four parent /carers in the foyer at a time. For those who had paid for Term 1, I will be giving a $30 discount of Term 3 fees if we proceed. If you want to discuss anything feel free to call or email/messenger me. Ossu Sensei Brett Contact Information: Brett 0497 336777, or like our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BellingenShotokanKarate Email: [email protected]

12.01.2022 JKA is now a registered Active Kids Provider in NSW

07.01.2022 Hi Karateka & families, I hope everyone is travelling well, I wanted to let you know JKA is kindly offering online Zoom training for members at no charge every Tuesday night. So I recommend giving it a go... JKA/WF Australia Online (Zoom) Seminar JKA/WF Australia is holding a free 7 week online training seminar to those members that haven't been able to train in a dojo due to covid-19 or those that would like extra training.... Every Tuesday Night from 18th August to 29th September. Times and sessions: 5.30pm - 6pm Juniors (9yrs and above) 10th kyu to 5th kyu 6.15pm to 6.45pm Seniors Kyu & Jnr 4th Kyu above 7pm to 7.30pm Brown and Black Belts. JKA ONLINE TRAINING LINK https://www.trybooking.com/BLAFY I look forward to restarting classes after the September break. Ossu Sensei Brett

01.01.2022 BELLINGEN SHOTOKAN KARATE April 2020... Due to COVID 19, no Karate classes for Term 2 Hi Karateka & extended families, I hope you are all well & safe; we’re fortunate that our area is very low in confirmed Covid cases, may it continue. As you were probably expecting, due to the virus , I won’t be running classes for Term 2. All venues are closed to start. When we resume classes, I will gladly credit everyone for the classes cancelled at the end of Term 1. If a Zoom or Skype class is of any interest I’m happy to run some, or pre- record and supply links, please let me know if that is of interest. Apologies to students who were looking grade (like Bodhi & Chay who were deservedly about to grade for Blue belt), but we will get through this period and continue improving in all that we do. Be strong karetaka & take care of yourselves and family, I look forward to seeing you when we get back to training together safely. any queries feel free to email or call Stay well. Brett Contact Information: Brett 0497 336777, or like our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BellingenShotokanKarate Email: [email protected]