We have just received sizing samples of the UMKC jackets. There are a variety of sizes to suit everyone from the smallest to the tallest kendoka.
We can only hold onto these samples for a week; ergo, we require all members who have ordered a jacket to come in to training on Monday (31st July) or Wednesday (2nd August) to test-wear the jackets and find a suitable size. Please arrive at 5:00pm, or alternatively, after training. Anthony will be in charge; he will be waiting on the spectator's balcony. It is preferable that you test-wear the jackets before training - in the interests of hygiene.
We urge all members who have yet to pay for their jackets to pay by Wednesday (2nd August) (Senseis excluded). The cost is $65; please hand your payments to either Anthony or Roxy. Below is a list of members who have already paid:
Viet Hoang Chiaki Kobayashi Yvonne Lin Yakov Macak Andy Meier Son Nguyen Chris Panagopoulos Benjamin Sheppard Kenji Sugimoto Erick Tsai Roxy Tsui Paul Wu Michael Dunn Hon Tau Yau Alvin Chen Amie Bingham
The Monash University Kendo Club Gasshuku will be held this Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th of July. It is a kendo seminar covering everything from the fundamental basics (such as how to put on gear and dojo manners) to the more advanced (jigeiko and shiai). There is a strong beginner focus to the Gasshuku, and as such, it is highly recommended that kendoka who have started this year and have already worn full armour attend. Generally, it has been seen that members who attend the Gasshuku come out with a clear advantage over those who did not attend. As further encouragement, the University of Melbourne Kendo Club shall be subsidizing the entire fee for all who attend; this means you pay absolutely nothing.
The Gasshuku will be held in the same location as last year; Chisholm Hall on Monash University Caulfield campus. It lies on Dandenong Road (Princes Hwy) and is Caulfield Station is conveniantely 5 minutes away. It will be run from 10am to 4:45pm on the Saturday with an optional dinner afterwards, and from 10am to 2:45pm on the Sunday. Please note, the dinner will NOT be subsidized by UMKC.
Please write your details on the sheet at training on Wednesday. Alternatively, please email kendo@musa.net.au with your name, email address, whether you are a driver with a car, and if you can attend the full 2 days. We will try to organize a carpool to transport us from Melbourne Uni to the destination, and I will journey with any remaining people via Public Transport.
Yano Sensei and Kate Sylvester shall be leading the Gasshuku. Below is the schedule:
----------------------------- Monash University Kendo Seminar Program (29th/30th July 2006)
*29th July
10:00 AM : Line Up and Opening (All participants in Keiko Gi and Hakama, Beginners in exercise outfit)
10:15-11:15 : Introduction to Kendo-Kendo Equipments and Keiko GI, How to put them on and how to look after them, Basic Kendo Manners)
10:15-11:30 : Break
11:30-12:30 : Warm Up & Stretch, Suburi(Big Stride), Foot Work, Shinai Geiko (In a pair and in a group)
10:00 - 11:00 Warm Up and Stretch, Shinai Geiko as 29th July
11:00 - 12:00PM: Mentsuke and Single Waza Training (Fast Techeques)
12:00 - 12:45PM: Lunch
12:45 - 1:45 PM Kendo no Kata (1-5)
2:00 – 2:45 PM: Free Geiko
2:45 : Closing -----------------------------
From personal experience, I found the MUKC Gasshuku to be a truly awesome seminar. Yano Sensei is a terrific and wise sensei, and the practises we did pushed my boundaries. I came out with a clearer understanding of the little things like dojo orientation and bogu tips, and with greater control over my kendo. It's also a chance to train with and befriend kendoka outside of UMKC.
We've got invoice already for the jacket so the orders need to be filled in very soon! Sorry, but they can only give us one sample (size L) until we pay the deposit. After that they can send us size samples so everyone can pick the right fit. The sizes available will be from S - XXL.
We will start collecting the money from now til the 4th of August. Make sure you leave your name and money with either VINCCI, ANTHONY, or ROXY -- don't put it in the money box.
Try to pay ASAP -- if we are to have the jackets ready by the VKC -- we need the order filled by next week.
The end of semester Dinner will be at Teppansan (betwn Bourke and little Bourke on Russel St). Starting at 8.30pm after Monday night Training of the 17th.
The Dinner set will cost $15pp, which consists of: Sushi and Rolls Miso soup Tokoyaki (octupus balls) and Spring Rolls Prawn Avocado Salad 4 mains to be shared in groups of four: - Seafood Okunomiyaki (Japanese Pizza) - Chicken Okunomiyuaki - Ginger Pork Rice - Beef Udon Banana Dumpling and Green Tea icecream (super yum) 1 can of soft drink
Extra drinks can be purchased individually on the night.
We have 30 places booked upstairs. Please pay and leave your name with either Vincci or myself by next wednesday the 12th. Please tell us if you are vegetarian or have other dietary needs.
Please be advised that the 2006 Otsuka Memorial will be held at Kenshikan on Saturday, the 15th of July. If you wish to compete in the tournament, please arrive at 3:00pm to register, whereby you will be randomly divided into three man teams consisting of one low-kyu, one high-kyu, and one dan grade. There is no payment.
All are invited to spectate. For juniors this will be a good chance to watch kendoka from outside the club and observe shiai at its fiercest.
Kenshikan is located at 91 Rosslyn Street, West Melbourne. Rosslyn Street comes off King Street, and is 3 blocks north of Latrobe Street (where Melbourne Central is). Flagstaff Station is closer, but it may not be open on weekends.
A note for all confident and talented people out there~
UMKC fundraising night is coming up and as usual we have bands performing, but we also need YOU!
You who is funny and is a natural stand up comedian, You who play the guitar and sing all the time, You who has been practicing to be a magician, You the drama queen/king who likes to do skits, You who can't wait to show your talent to the whole world NOW is your chance! Don't be shy! Go for it!
Please let me know at training, or email me at vincci.law@gmail.com of your brilliant performance/practical suggestions for entertainment
