Hi all,

please see the following from Andy Gararg (Mumeishi) about potential daytime keikos. Looks like a great idea, so please spread this to everyone in your clubs.

Cheers,

Katie

Recently a few Mumeishi members have enquired about the possibility of getting together during the day for some friendly non-formal training.
We will, of course, be following the required courtesies -all Kendo starts and finishes with Rei Ho etc. But the format will be individual warm-up and then free ji geiko.

The idea is to be able to work through specific problem areas with an active partner, workshop concepts and generally refine our individual Kendo.
Too often, when in a main class, students are hesitant to ask for specific help on problem areas within their own kendo. Especially beginner to intermediate kendoka.

Generally this opportunity relates to people who, through their various professions, are required to work afternoons | evenings (Hospitality, Shift, Security etc.).
Some are students and some, like myself, are self employed and have reasonably flexible hours (depending on projects and seasonal requirements).

With this in mind, and Sensei Brent’s blessing, I am seeking expressions of interest from other VKR members who may be interested.
So far we have the possibility of two free venues: one in Pakenham and one in Berwick. But the location is dependant on where individuals are based.
I have in mind to locate the venue central to those who are interested and commence early 2012.

So, if you are interested, can you please let me know via the following contact details.

Kind regards,
Andy

Mumeishi KC

E-mail – andy@satori.com.au | MOB – 0409 354 055

Hi all,

just a reminder that Friday night training is coming up this week!

The details -

Day: Friday, the 3rd February

Time: dojo opens at 7.00, keiko from 7.30 – 8.30.

Place: Kenshikan

Cost: $5 (to go towards the maintenance of Kenshikan’s new floor.)

See you there,

Katie

Thanks for those who volunteered to help with the posters. Katie has kindly sent a scan of the poster for those who can’t pick up the posters at Kenshikan.

A quick word from Katie:

We’re actually running fairly low on the official posters at this point (they go quick!) So, what I’d suggest is printing out the scanned copy I’ve attached and going from there.

If your member doesn’t have access to a colour printer and needs to pay for one at a library etc, keep the receipt and we’ll be able to reimburse them.

Nittaidai Promo Poster

Hello everyone,

Please let your members know that coaching accreditation is up for renewal this year. The expiry date on all current accreditation (viz. ‘VKR Registered Coaches’) is 30th June 2012. (Yes the three-year cycle is up.)

Those who wish to renew their accreditation need to read the ‘AKR Dojo Safety’ document and return a signed (and dated) copy of the ‘IAS Code of Behaviour Agreement’ document (either hard copy – to Kenshikan, 91 Rosslyn St, West Melbourne, Victoria 3003 – or electronic copy – to registrations@kendovictoria.asn.au). Please fill in the information next to the ‘Instructor:’ line. If applicants do not know their AKR ID number please leave it blank.

For those who wish to attain accreditation please follow the link below for requirements for accreditation.

http://www.kendoaustralia.asn.au/content/?page_id=680

Those who think they should be on the list, but are not, please contact me by email or phone to discuss the matter, or provide the required documentation as outlined on the AKR website (see link above).

If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact me.

Cheers,

Stilts

Membership and Grading Registrar

Email: registrations@kendovictoria.asn.au

Mobile: 0410 632 832

AKR Dojo Safety
IAS Code of Behaviour Agreement
VKR Registered Coaches

Hey everyone,

Here are the details for the funeral from Katie.

Good afternoon all,

The funeral directors, WD Rose, have advised the below arrangements for James’ funeral.

Tuesday, 31 January at St Brigid’s Church, 520 Main Street, Mordialloc, Victoria, 3195.

The service will begin at 1:30pm.

The church is on the corner of High Street and Nepean Highway (also known locally as Main Street or Como Parade).

The church is about 50-60 minutes drive from Melbourne Airport. Map. Co-ords -38° 0′ 15.40″, +145° 5′ 3.80″. Taxi would be about $80.00+.

The freeway from the airport is a tollway, but Citylink passes can be purchased after you have travelled, online or on the phone.

If you are driving from elsewhere near Melbourne, follow the Nepean Highway to Mordialloc. After you pass under the railway line, look for the church about 400m on the right.

Best regards,

Richard Ward

President

Australian Kendo Renmei

Post: PO Box 353

Carlton North VIC 3054

E: akrpresident@kendoaustralia.asn.au

W: www.kendoaustralia.asn.au

Sad news. Alas another 7th Dan has passed away just recently.

Dear friends,

It is with great sadness and regret that we convey the news that Jamie Fennessy sensei, Kendo 7th Dan, passed away on Sunday afternoon after a battle with a swift and aggressive illness.

As a pioneer, mentor, ambassador and friend, Fennessy sensei made an extraordinary contribution to Australian kendo. Some of his more notable achievements in Kendo:

• The attainment of 7th Dan at the age of 37 years, becoming one of, if not the youngest Westerner to obtain this ranking
• The founding of the Tasmanian Kendo Club as well as the co-founding of the Melbourne Kendo Club
• Representing Australia numerous times at an international level.

In more recent years, Fennessy sensei brought a continued passion for Kendo and teaching to Victorian dojos, to the benefit of both new and experienced kendoka.

The training, support and unforgettable advice offered by sensei has altered the landscape of Australian Kendo, and for that we are in his debt. For his friendship and passion, he is in our memories.

 

For those wishing to attend the funeral service, details will be in today’s (Tuesday’s) funeral notices in the Herald Sun, as well as Wednesday’s Directors’ notices. It is anticipated that the service will be held early next week, most probably on Monday.

The Victorian Kendo Renmei will be sending a wreath of flowers on behalf of all members. For those wishing to make an individual contribution, the Funeral Directors’ details are as follows:

WD Rose – Brighton

139 Marriage Rd, Brighton, Vic, 3186.

Telephone: 9593 1000. Fax: 9592 9777.

Any questions can be directed to Katie at secretary@kendovictoria.asn.au or Stilts at registrations@kendovictoria.asn.au.

Best wishes,

The Executive,
Victorian Kendo Renmei

It’d be nice if you could volunteer and get involved!

Hi all,

As you know, the students and senseis from Nittaidai are coming to Melbourne in February!

As such, we will be needing a good deal of help and ideas when it comes to promoting their demonstration at MSAC on the 18th.

Here’s what we need:

DELIVERY BOYS / GIRLS

A number of posters have been delivered to the VKR, and we’ll be needing hands to drop them off and pin them up at key spots around town.

IDEAS

We also need to figure out just where these key spots are. In short, where can we put them that will have the most impact?

The ideas so far:

• University sports halls / cultural centres
• Centres for other martial arts
• Martial arts stores
• Anime stores
• Japanese language schools

If you can help, either by contributing ideas or picking some posters up from Kenshikan (or another location, which we can arrange) then let us know!

Looking forward to hearing from you,

Katie

Dear AKR members,

We are pleased to inform you that two Korean university kumdo teams will be visiting Australia from 7th to 12th February 2012.

The 2 kumdo teams would like to meet and interact with Australian kendo practitioners through goodwill practice/ keiko. Attached is a brief introduction of the visiting teams and their itinerary.

With great pleasure we invite all AKR members to join in and practice together with the visiting students. Could you please distribute this information to all members? Thank you.

Best regards,
Sioh Yang Tan
Secretary
Han Rim Won Kumdo Dojang

AKR Feb Visit 2012

News from Katie about the Nittaidai visit coming up!

Hi all,

This year we are again lucky enough to have senseis and students from the prestigious Nippon Sports Science University joining us for the weekend of the 18th – 20th February.

As always, the highlight of this weekend will be the demonstration given by students on the Saturday evening. This is an unmissable event – not only will we get the chance to see some elite level kendo, but practitioners from a variety of other Japanese arts (think aikido, karate, kyudo, sumo and shorinji-kenpo) will also display their skills.

Put this in your diary! If possible, hijack your friends’ and family members’ diaries as well and put it in theirs. This is an event that everyone will enjoy.

Here’s the details:

Date: Saturday, 18th Feb

Time: 5.00

Place: Center Showcourt, Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Center. 1 Aughtie Drive, Albert Park.

In addition, the VKR will be holding a joint keiko for Victorian kendoka and Nittaidai staff and students. Again, this is not to be missed!

The details:

Date: Sunday, 19th Feb

Time: 9.30 – 11.30

Place: North Melbourne Recreation Center. 204 – 206 Arden Street, North Melbourne.

There will be a lunch to welcome the Nittaidai party following this keiko. Details will be announced as they are confirmed.

See you there,

Katie

So note this down in your diaries everyone and let’s not miss out~!

AKR member selected for FIK Anti-Doping Hearing Panel

The Australian Kendo Renmei is very proud to announce that one of our members has been selected as a member of the International Kendo Federation (FIK) Anti-Doping Hearing Panel.

The decision was made at the recent International Kendo Federation Board of Directors Meeting.
Catherine Hallgath of the Sydney Kendo Club in NSW, a former AKR Vice President and has represented Australia at World Kendo Championship events. Those attributes, added to her experience as a lawyer were considerations when making the appointment.
The Hearing Panel has been established to consider appeals (if any) related to the use of prohibited drugs by competitors at international kendo competitions.
The Hearing Panel members are -
Norman Otani (USA): Lawyer, – Chairman of Hearing Panel;
Christian D’Orangeville (Canada): Veterinarian;
Shigeki Asahi (Japan):Doctor;
Nobuyuki Miyasaka (Japan): Doctor;
Paul-Otto Forstreuter (Germany): Doctor;
Catherine Hallgath (Australia): Lawyer;
Péter Sándor (Hungary): Lawyer.
Regards,

Vivian Yung

Secretary
Australian Kendo Renmei
E: akrsecretary@kendoaustralia.asn.au
W: www.kendoaustralia.asn.au