17th Irish Cup

Check out pictures form the 17th Irish Cup.

The title is the link to the pictures.

8 Pieces of Brocade Qigong:

8 Pieces of Brocade Qigong:

The 8 Pieces of Brocade Qigong set (Ba Duan Jin) is one of the oldest known forms of Qigong practiced in China today.  It is believed to have been developed by General Yue Fei as a means of keeping his soldiers healthy and battle ready.  General Yur Fei is believed to have studied Chinese medicine and the "Five Animal Exercises Qigong" set and therefore based the "8 Pieces of Brocade" on this knowledge.  Because of it's many health benefits it has become one of the most famous Qigong sets around the world and is practiced by millions of people.  

Please be sure to bring a thermos with hot water and really warm clothes for afterwards (maybe even a blanket). After practicing this Qigong set it's important to rest and drink plenty of warm water. There will be an hour or so after the workshop where the participants are welcome to rest for a while before leaving. Qigong has different effects on different people. Some people feel very invigorated afterwards and others want to take a nap. This set especially can make you really tired when you are first learning it because the different exercises tend to knock loose toxins that are stored in the kidneys and other body tissues. I would rather have you all rest at the dojo for a bit than to try to drive home when you're really tired. I hope you're all ready for a really relaxing and refreshing experience! 

Details:

· Location: KSW Karate 20200 Hwy. 88, Pine Grove, CA

· This workshop will last from 9:00am to 1:00pm

· Attendance is $50 per person

· Each person will receive a booklet with details about the exercises and photos of the movements to help everyone remember the exercises they learned.

Contact:  Shifu Andrew Plitt

(209) 753-7865 (voicemail) 

andrewplitt@gmail.com

Winning of six Monthes free Karate lessons

Jarred Spira-Nunes won six monthes of karate lessons for winning the First Timer Flag Sparring division.  This division was sponcered by the Jackson Ranheria.

3rd Karate Tournament

The Winning Kids

Jarred Spira-Nunes against Savannah Newman in Flag Sparring

Savannah Newman preforming kata Fu Kyu Gata Ni

Savannah Newman against Conner Baron in Padded Weapons Sparring 

Jarred Spira-Nunes against Conner Baron in Flag Sparring

Savannah Newman against Conner Baron in Flag Sparring

 

Irish Cup June 29th

Senei Rodney Peoples is perparing to leave to fight in the 17th Irish Cup. He is part of the AJKU Team America.  Our Prayers are with him for safe travel and alot of fun.

First month free!

Pictures from Belt Test

Sensei Rodney Peoples testing Carter Diener on Self Defense

Sensei Rodney Peoples testing Colby Brown on Self Defense

Andrea Newman demostrating Kata Sushi No Kum

Colby Brown demostrating a Palm Heel Strike

Savannah Newman sparring with Mason Altman

Gordan Bozeman sparring three opponents

3rd Interclub Tournament!

Thank You!

We want to thank J & M Comuting for being one of our sponsors for the GSKA Karate Torunament April 13th at Amador High School Gym.

Visions Contractor

We are a proud Visions Contractor

Black Belt

Brian Dommes (on the right) on March 5th, 2013 became the 13th Sho Dan (1st Degree Balck Belt) promoted by Rodney C. Peoples.

Brian Dommes receiving his Kata.

Free Classes

FREE KARATE CLASSES

 

All Ages Welcome

New Classes Forming Now

 

Limited Space Available  Call Now 296-4200

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1st Month Free No Obligation New Classes Starting February 4th

Offer Limited To New Students    Offer Expires 1-31-2013

Eastern U.S.A International Martial Arts Association Black Belt Hall of Fame

 The 25th Annual Global Leadership Conference and U.S.A. International Black Belt Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies was held November 9-10-11, 2012 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.  Was a great experience had by all.  3 days of training and leadership seminars representing multiple styles and disciplines taught by instructors from across the United States and around the world.  Rodney C. Peoples was inducted to the Black Belt Hall of Fame for the Fourth Time.  This time he was inducted for the Golden Achievement Award.  Rhonda and William Lashbrook where inducted for their outstanding International Competition.  Andrew Plitt was inducted for his Extraordinary Martial Arts Spirit.  Andrea Newman received a KYU Award for Student of the Year.  Clarence Newman received a KYU Award for Outstanding Dedication and Skill in the Martial Arts Field.

Tuition Drop!

Yes, that's correct, starting August 1, 2012 tuition for karate classes is dropping from $100 per month down to $75 per month until the end of the year.  We understand times are difficult for many people and we understand the physical and mental benefits that come from Martial Arts training.  We don't believe that the people in our community should go without those benefits so we are lowering our tuition to help people who want to experience better fitness, mental clarity and improved self-confidence to do so without putting a strain on their budget.

So If you've always wanted to study martial arts, but haven't been able to afford it or if you've had to stop your training because of money issues, come train with us and join our Karate family.

Please direct questions to (209) 296-4200 or post your questions as a comment.

16th Irish Cup

Rhonda and William Lashbrook from the Ko Sutemi West in Pine Grove joined the AKJU Team America International Competition team for the 16^th Irish Cup, held Dublin Ireland on Saturday, June 23^rd 2012.  The 16^th “Irish Cup” was held in Dublin’s National Basketball Arena, This is a multi – style event catering to Karate and JuJitsu, but it is open to all styles of martial arts.  The competitors had the opportunity to compete in Grappling, Individual and team Katas, Individual and team Sparring, Weapons and Self Defense.   This year the team consisted of 23 competitors.  The team had another outstanding day bringing home 27 Gold, 19 Silver and 18 Bronze medals; as well as 2 Grand Championships. 

Rhonda competed in Kata and won a Silver medal. 
William competed in Kata and also won a Silver Medal.   William also competed in Team Sparing and won a Bronze medal.

The A.K.J.U. TEAM AMERICA and A.K.J.U. ALL AMERICAN is a non discriminating Certified Federation recorded with the United States of America, State of Ohio, Office of the Secretary of State, which is open to all styles, age and belt rank, giving them the opportunity to travel and compete internationally and still remain in their own Dojo system of Federation.

A Carnival That Cares

Ko Sutemi West is proud to be a sponsor of the A Carnival that Cares.

August 25th 3:00pm - 7:00pm.

Location is Sterling Auto formerly Jackson Ford.

The money raised helps Autism.

There will be Outdoor Laser Tag, Rock Wall Climbing, Food, Carnival Games Dunk Tank, Face Painting, Bounce House and more.

The Tournament is This Saturday!

Just a heads up that the karate tournament at Amador High School is happening this Saturday (July 14, 2012).  The tournament begins at 10am. Everyone is welcome and we hope to see you all there!