Zanshin #23

Newsletter of the Trinidad Karate

Association (TKA)

Issue #23APR - JUNE, 2015

Fellow Karatekas, friends, family members and supporters, The Zanshin magazine is celebrating its third anniversary this quarter. In April 2012 the idea of a magazine was generated by the then Sempai Simone and the first edition was launched. In May of that same year Sempai Dianne Francis did the necessary research and came up with the name of Zanshin. As a reminder for the young ones, and as quoted in our 2nd edition when our magazine’s name was conceived, Zan means to leave, shin means mind or consciousness. Zanshin therefore is the act of setting aside a part of the conscious mind when we finish a kata in order to ensure that it is properly completed. In other words we must maintain our guard from start to finish. Thanks to all the contributors and the team who produce the document faithfully as it continues to promote the TKA and provide its members with up-to-date information on events and Karate techniques and what is happening in the Karate world. Please continue to support the sustainability of the magazine by sending news, photos and information on anything that impacts on our style of Karate to [email protected].

Thank you and God blessShihan Wesley Dexter Shim Chairman & Chief Instructor TKA(IKD)

in focus on target seek perfection of character ~ be faithful ~ endeavour ~ respect others ~ refrain from violent behaviour

Good Friday - Indian Arrival - Corpus Christi - Issue

What’s InsideFeature Article What is Karate 2

Tournaments 4

Fitness Blast 7

Events Calendar 8Training Schedule 9

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Sensei Theophilus Faustin

advises students on Tournament day.

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FEATURE ARTICLE

WHAT IS KARATE?This is the second of the two part series on “What is Karate”Today Karate training consists of three areas:

Kihon This covers the training of all the various stances, kicks, blocks, strikes, punches and body movements that are used in kata and kumite. These techniques can be practiced individually (to perfect a particular one) or in combinations to improve agility and fluidity of movement.

One of the key objectives of practicing kihon is to gain a greater understanding of how your body moves in order to generate as much power as possible with the minimum of effort. This power is then applied to the various defensive and offensive techniques used in kata and kumite. Also, understanding how your own body works and how to control it, is the first step towards understanding your opponent’s movements and ultimately controlling them.

KataThese are the traditional predetermined forms or patterns of karate, and the fighting of imaginary opponents. From the use of kata, the movements used in the kata can be employed in self-defence against one or more multiple attacks. In the Shotokan system there are 27 kata ranging from beginner to advanced level. Each kata teaches various principles of movement and self defence appropriate to the level of the practitioner. Also, within the moves of the different kata are various exercises for improving breathing, balance and co-ordination.

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KumiteKumite or sparring is where the techniques practiced in kihon and kata are applied against an opponent. There are different formats of kumite designed for developing different skills, and appropriate for practitioners of different levels. In the most basic and controlled forms (kihon kumite), everything is predetermined and both the attacker and defender know exactly which techniques will be used and where. The only thing unknown is when. Then, at the opposite end of the spectrum is jiyu kumite (freestyle sparring), where techniques are exchanged freely. This jiyu-kumite forms the basis for competition karate or sport karate.

While Karate training formally takes place in a Dojo, the techniques learnt can be utilized anywhere and at any time to defend one-self, against one or multiple attackers.

ConclusionThe role of Karate in the modern age continues to be multi-faceted and all-inclusive. From the very young to the very old, male and female can become Karatekas. Whatever the objective - to be able to defend one-self against an attack, to become disciplined, to be a sports-person or simply to become physically fit, well-planned Karate classes can allow you to achieve your objective.

References:en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karatewww.shotokai.com/ingles/kyohan/karakyoh.htmlpeople.howstuffworks.com/karate1.htmhttp://www.redbrick.dcu.ie/~karate/what_is_karate.html


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For the first half of the year, the TKA has been actively participating in tournaments. Below are highlights of some of them:

1. National TournamentOur national tournament took place on March 1, 2015 at Chinese Association. Here are some memories.

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TOURNAMENT RESULTSSunday 1st March 2015



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TOURNAMENT RESULTSSunday 1st March 2015

Girls and Boys (under 7) Coloured Belts KATA KUMITE First Malaki Nicholson Osase James Second Destiny Chuniesingh Malaki Nicholson Third Osase James Jaasid Ector

Boys (8 - 10 years) Coloured Belts KATA KUMITEFirst Shaquille Brewster Tevin Forde Second Mychaiah Heywood Jordan Valentine Third Richard Collins Jeremiah Reyes

Girls (8 - 10 years) Coloured Belts KATA KUMITE First Lei-Anna Valentine Xica DieffenthallerSecond Xica Dieffenthaller Sadie MaharajThird Maya Samuel

Boys and Girls(8 - 10 years) Advanced KATA KUMITEFirst Michelle Lue Fatt Michelle Lue FattSecond Roshelle Lue Fatt Roshelle Lue FattThird Luke Chong Ashing Luke Chong Ashing

Boys (14 -17) Advanced KATA KUMITEFirst Anthony Thomas Isaac CozierSecond Nicholas Rudder Nicholas RudderThird Isaac Cozier Anthony Thomas

Ladies (18 - 44 Years) Coloured Belts KATA KUMITEFirst Zoe Hunte Zoe HunteSecond Jelisa Rodriguez Ari Lee HaiThird Ari Lee Hai Jelisa Rodriguez

Men (18 - 44 Years) Advanced KATA KUMITEFirst Dean Avril Dean Avril Second Dave Manick Adrian Cruickshank Third Adrian Cruickshank Thaddeus Tempro

Ladies (18 - 44 Years) Advanced KATA KUMITE First Tamara Joseph Nataki HypoliteSecond Nataki Hypolite Shinelle HenryThird Kathy-Ann Pyke Kathy Ann Pyke

JUNIOR TEAM KATA First Second ThirdR. Collins D. Chuniesingh L. ValentineM. Heywood S. Maharaj C. RodriguezT. Forde X. Dieffenthaller M. Samuel

ADULT TEAM KATA First Second ThirdT. Joseph I. Cozier S. HenryK. Pyke A. Cruickshank P. LutchmanN. Hypolite D. Manick Z. Hunte


3. Shotokan Karate Academy Tournament

The Shotokan Karate Academy held its tournament on May 31, 2015 at the Arima West Government Secondary. Here are some highlights

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2. TTKU NationalsTTKU held its Open nationals on Sunday 12th April 2015 at the Maloney Indoor Sporting Complex. Kudos to all TKA Karatekas who medaled including:

Ricky Joseph (Tobago TKA) Gold in Kata and bronze in Kumite BOYS 14 TO 15 YRS

Dean Avril (UWI) Gold in Kata and bronze in Kumite MEN 18 TO 35 YRS

Tamara Joseph Bronze in Kata LADIES 18 TO 35YRS

Anthony Thomas (Tora)Silver in Kumite BOYS 14 TO 15YRS

Kobe Joseph (Tobago TKA) Gold- Kumite, silver KATA BOYS 12 -13YRS

Congratulations for a job well done!



The Tobago Shotokan Spirit Warriors (TSSW), lead by head instructor, Sensei Leo Grant, hosted its 2nd annual ‘FITNESS BLAST’ event on Saturday 21st March, 2015. The event was held at the Signal Hill Secondary School and kicked off at 9:00am.

The event saw participants taking part in feats of strength and endurance which included push-ups and planking. The event concluded with a traditional shotokan kata competition. Special guest judges were invited to officiate the day’s activities namely Sensei Dean Avril, Sensei Dave Manick (both of Uwi Shotokan Karate club) and Sensei Danny Roberts (of Tobago Martial Arts Academy). Special mention must be made of the following participants:-

Teodor James (5-7 yrs) for his 4 min. 06 sec. plankDave Manick (18+) for his 50 sit-ups in a minute

Skye Murray (12-15yrs) for his 4 min 51 sec. plankand Olu Holder , Teodor James, Jinelle McNish -Allenden,

Chinelle Cape and Neoka Yeates who each came first in their individual kata groups.

The event was well attended and greatly supported by the parents of the club’s students along with invited friends and family. The club looks forward to an equally successful event next year.


TRAINING SCHEDULESEVENTS CALENDAR, 2015

May Saturday, 2nd Health and Wellness Extravaganza

July

Sunday 5thOSKK national tournament- Maloney Indoor Sporting Complex

Wed. 15th - Mon. 20th 2nd IKD World Championships, Ryerson, Toronto

September Sun. 27th - Mon. 28th Referee Course-St Augustine Dojo

October

Monday, 12th TTKU Invitational Tournament-Maloney Sporting Facility

Sat. 17th - Sun. 18th Curacao Open- Curacao

tba TTKU Nationals

Novembertba Grading

Fri. 27th - Sun. 29th CAC Games, Mexico

Month Day (s) Activity/Event

January Thursday, 12th 1st Term begins

March

Sunday, 1st National Tournament, Chinese Association

Saturday, 28th Fitness Blast II (TSSW- Tobago)

April 26th, April Karatekas Who Can Cook



TRAINING SCHEDULES

day TiMe ranK - BelTs

TORA- Chinese Association, St. Ann’s

Directors: Senseis Nigel Forde and John GeorgeContact No: 680-5234

Tuesday6.00 - 7.15 pm Adults and Juniors- All ranks7.30 - 9:00 pm Team training- brown and black belts( Shihan Shim)

Thursday6.00 - 7.15 pm Adults and Juniors- All ranks7.30 - 9:00 pm Team training- brown and black belts( Shihan Shim)

UWI Shotokan Club, UWI, St. Augustine

President- Sensei Dean AvrilContact No: 723 6655

Monday 6.00 – 7:30 pm Engineering Undercroft- All ages and ranksTuesday 6.00 – 7:30 pm Engineering Undercroft; No Gi (SWAG Tuesdays) All ages /ranksWednesday 6.00 – 7:30 pm SAC- All ages and ranksFriday 5.00 – 7.00 pm SPEC- All ages and ranksRealspring Karate DojoValsayn Community Centre

Director: Sensei Theophilus Faustin Contact No: 645-7208

Wednesday 7.00- 8.30 pmAdults and Juniors- All ranksSaturday 10.00 - 11.30 am

Sunday 8.00 - 9.00 amKaizen1 Primco Drive, Glencoe

Director: Sensei Marc MollentheilContact No. 476-8895

Wednesday3:30 - 5:00 pm Adults and Juniors- All ranks

FridayMushin103 Studio Tragerte Road,

Director: Sensei Earl WilsonContact No.379-6918

Monday 8.00 - 10.00 pm All ranksWednesday 8.00 - 10.00 pm All ranksTobago- Scarborough Secondary School

Director: Sensei Arthur MorrisContact No: 781-7371

Tuesday 5.30 - 7.30 pmAdults and Juniors- All ranksThursday 5.30 - 7.30 pm

Saturday 9.30 am - 12.00 pmTobago SHOTOKAN Spirit WarriorsSignal Hill Comprehensive School

Directors: Sensei Leo Grant and Fiona GrantContact No: 343-9814

Tuesdays 5:00 - 6:15 pm Juniors 5-11 yrs; white to green beltsThursday 6:20 - 7:30 pm Juniors & Adults; Ages 12 & up; and blue to black beltsASGSKA Arima West & Sangre Grande Govt. Primary Schools

Director: Sempai Kelly RechaisContact No: 343-9814

Monday 4:30 - 5:30 pm 5:30 - 7:30 pm

All Ranks/AgesArima West Government Primary School

Tuesday 3.30 - 5.00 pm All Ranks/Ages; Sangre Grande Government Primary SchoolFriday 4:30 - 5:30 pm

5:30 - 7:30 pmAll Ranks/AgesArima West Government Primary School

Saturday 9.30 am - 12.00 pm All Ranks/Ages; Sangre Grande Government Primary School

Editor-in-Chief: Simone Thorne-MoraLayout: Diana FrancisProof-reading: Sensei Richie RobertsonPhotos: Sean Powell

Zanshin Look out for our next edition in August, 2015

Send comments, articles, pictures to [email protected]

Bwoy, d TKA held its first major fund-raising activity this year entitled KARATEKAS CAN COOK HEALTHY at the Wood-brook Youth facility on April 26, 2014. The money raised from this event was used to cover some of de costs associated with sending 25 members of the national team to participate in the International Daigaku 2nd World Championships which will be held at Ryerson University Toronto, Canada from July 15 to 20, 2015.

Talk bout good food- Sensei Shim fried shrimp well seasoned and tasty and cooked on spot, baked chicken from HYATT (bess chicken I ever taste) pine apple chicken from UWI, odder kinda chicken,

lentil stew, vegetable casserole, vegetable rice, pasta, soya, pork chinese style (can’t remember the name cause ah can’t pronounce it cause it real Chinese not trini version of chinese), fresh salad, Dominic’s ham on bread( a delicious bread infused with ham), fish cooked with coconut milk, fish in odder different varieties and more.

Can’t forget the delicious dessert cakes and more importantly the jello shots from UWI (laced with alcohol- I think it was vodka) which Sensei Theo made sure and have a few. We made sure and kept it away from de chirren. We had a good time liming and reuniting with Karatekas we hadn’t seen for a while.

TKA GRADINGGrading took place on Saturday 11th April 2014 at Chinese Association. Shihan Woon a Tai was in attendance as Chief Examiner. Congratulations to our new Nidans, Anthony Thomas and Adrian Cruikshank.

By Sensei Simone

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