Machen Karate Club

Hi guys,
Just to reiterate some important points from last night regarding the summer holidays:
Karate sessions on a Tuesday in Machen will carry on as normal. As of yet, there are no cancellations due throughout the holidays.
... Also, throughout the weeks between July 19th and August 30th (whilst I'm not working in school) I am happy to offer private sessions for students who want it to work on Kata, Kumite or Physical Fitness elements. I'll discuss the details with anyone interested but I'll need some time in advance to book the hall should anyone want a session so if you think you'll be interested, let me know.
See you soon.
Sensei Ben O'
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Hi guys. Just to conform for Wednesday, the demo will be 6pm till 7pm at St Thomas Church, Heol yr Ysgol, Trethomas, CF83 8FL. Let me know if you're coming. I look forward to seeing you guys there! Sensei Ben O'

Hi guys,
Just following up from this week's lesson: this video is quite fascinating but very impressive. Have a look if you have the time and think about what I've said about applying power...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2gkBhN4A9 Dw
... See you soon,
Sensei Ben O'
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Hi guys,
Just a quick reminder, Karate is on as normal tomorrow. I know some of you will have made plans but I look forward to seeing as many of you as possible tomorrow and everyone next week =) see you soon, Sensei Ben O'

Hey guys,
First of all, awesome first session back after half term! I look forward to advancing you in the next lesson.
Second, I've been asked for a glossary of Japanese terms used in Karate. Below is a link I'm sure you'll all find helpful so be sure to have a look.
... See you soon,
Sensei Ben O'
https://www.kugb.org/index.php…
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Hi Guys,
Just a reminder, Karate is back on as normal starting this Tuesday (30th April). 6pm till 7pm. I look forward to seeing you there.
Sensei Ben O'

Hi guys,
As I said in the last session, I will be going on holiday (to Japan!) over the half term. Karate will run as normal this week and then we will have no Karate for 2 weeks:
April 9th - Karate (with Sensei Roland visiting us!)... April 16th - no Karate April 23rd - no Karate April 30th - Karate
This should mean we all have no Karate over the half term holidays. If you have any questions, let me know.
See you soon,
Sensei Ben O'
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Hi guys,
I have no words to say how proud I am of you all this week! Well done to everyone who got their new belts... which was everyone!
I look forward to next week where we all up our game and train even harder than before!
... Again, well done to everyone. You all worked really hard and I'm very proud of you all.
See you soon,
Sensei Ben O'
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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
Sensei Roland and Sensei Helen have confirmed that they will be visiting Machen club to look at some of you for your next belts tonight!
Both Sensei's are brilliant and an honor to train with, so EVERYONE of all levels please make the best effort to attend Karate tonight.
... See you there!
Sensei Ben O'
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Hi guys,
Just a quick reminder that Karate will be back on as normal this coming week (26th of Feb).
See you soon,
... Sensei Ben O'
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Hi everyone,
I'm sorry to report that Karate will also be cancelled this coming week as well. As I understand it, the following Tuesday is during a half term week. Karate will resume by then and classes will return to normal for Tuesday 26th of Feb.
I appreciate your kind messages, just know that everything is o.k. with me. I look forward to returning to Karate next week.
... Take care,
Sensei Ben O'
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Hi guys,
Due to a personal emergency, Karate tonight will be cancelled. I'm sorry for the short notice. I will send texts later today to confirm but I will make a post on here with any updates regarding next week.
See you soon,
... Sensei Ben O'
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Hc1NMdjU 9U
Time to start practicing!
P.s. it is not wise to practice Katas you have not be shown how to do by your Sensei. Work on what you have been given first, then practice the other Katas.
... See you soon,
Sensei Ben O'
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Very quick reminder for the seniors, tomorrow's class is only 1 hour 6pm till 7pm. It'll be a senior just earlier =)
See you tomorrow,
Sensei Ben O'

Hi guys,
We're back in Karate on Tuesday, same hours as before (juniors from 6pm and seniors from 7pm). Hope you've all had a lovely Christmas and New Year, but I look forward to our first session back and whipping us back into shape! =D
See you soon,
... Sensei Ben O'
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Merry Christmas Everyone! Hope you're all having a lovely day. Take care of yourselves and each other. I'll see you all in the New Year. Have fun! Sensei Ben O'

Hi guys,
Karate this week coming, the 18th of December, will be our last session before we stop training for the year and break up for Christmas. The session, like this week, will be only 1 hour long and will run from 6pm till 7pm.
Parents and Guardians are encouraged to come to the session at 6:50pm before the end of the session...
... See you soon,
Sensei Ben O'
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Hey guys,
Just reminding you all: there is no Karate class tomorrow.
We will be back next week on the 11th of Dec.
... Meanwhile, if you're looking for something to do:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZzAEfRlB _s
Have a look at this.
See you soon guys,
Sensei Ben O'
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