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Beginners Courses start 1st February 2012

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We are running two beginners courses both starting on the 1st February, both are held at Barlby High School in adjacent dojo (training hall).

Karate has been highlighted as one of the best forms of all round fitness, so is ideal as a new activity for 2012.

Why don't you get off the couch and come and see what we have to offer...

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Details for the course for 6 to 11 year olds

Details of the course for Over 12 years and adults

If you require any further information please don't hesitate to E mail or phone.

We look forward to seeing you soon.

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Training

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Welcome to our karate club. We teach a traditional form of Karate in the Selby area.

The Clubs instructors are Sempai Paul Brant - 2nd Dan and Sempai Rebecca Brant -2nd Dan, assisted by Sempai Fran - 2nd Dan and Sempai Ian - 1st Dan. Whether you are just starting out in your martial arts training or an experienced Karateka, our club will have something to offer you.

For the first few weeks you/your child will be taught about training etiquette, how to address Sensei etc. Bad behaviour or horseplay is not acceptable. Don’t be too alarmed; children often behave better for someone that they are unfamiliar with, than their parents or family. You/they will learn how to carry out basic blocks, kicks and punches.

We offer training to anyone 6 years or over. Training is at Barlby High School, York Road, Barlby, Selby, North Yorkshire YO8 5JP on Sunday’s from 5.30pm and a Wednesday's from 6.30pm. Under 12 year old beginner’s train for an hour and the older / more experienced karateka train for 2 hours.

At Barlby school we are fortunate that we can train in two adjacent dojo at the same time so this is ideal for families of mixed ages / grades. For 2012 we have developed a new matrix of sessions:

For the first hour -

Pee Wee Grades - Beginner to 10th Kyu - 6 to 11 years old with Sensei Rebecca.

Youths and Adults - Beginner to Dan grades - 12 years to Adult with Sensei Paul.

For the second hour -

Youths - 9th Kyu to Dan Grades - 12 to 15 years old with Sensei Rebecca

Adults - Beginner to Dan grades - Cadets and Adults with Sensei Paul.

To enable us to prepare students for regular gradings students are encouraged to train twice a week for the full session.

As a special offer you can train free for two weeks followed by ten week course for Juniors / £35 & Seniors / £45, after which every student has to apply for club and association membership, which includes member to member insurance.

Students should wear loose sports clothing, no jewellery (including earrings). Training suits (Gis) can be bought through the club at a discounted rate (Child sizes £15, Adult sizes £20) or bought at local sports shops, Sensei can advise in the type of gi you require. Gis are not essential until you decide to grade, but many students choose to get them earlier.

Students grade from 12th Kyu (for Juniors) or 9th Kyu (for Adults) to Shodan (Black Belt). Most students are ready to Grade every 4 months for the first few gradings, as you progress the time span increases as the syllabus becomes more involved.
Gradings are taken in the York Area along with a training course. Current Grading Fees are £9.50 for Pee Wees and £11.50 for 9th Kyu to 1st Kyu. The two-day training course is typically around £20 in addition to the cost of grading.

We see a lot of students develop in self-confidence, become more disciplined, learn to respect others and enjoy the physical activity, this is all part of martial art training. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. We hope you enjoy training with Selby Shotokan Karate Club.

Sempai Paul Brant – 2nd Dan

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Map

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The link below will take you to a map and directions to Barlby High School

How to find us

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Fees

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We are a non-profit making club and we try and keep our fees affordable.

Just mention the blog and as a special offer you can train free for two weeks followed by ten week course for Juniors / £35 & seniors /£45, after which every student has to have current memberships to Selby Shotokan Karate Club and our association.

Training Fees

Monthly Training Fees
Membership	Age	Grade	Subscription
Pee Wee	6 to 11	Beg to 10th Kyu	£15.00
Child / Adult	12 +	Beg to Dan Grade	£20.00
Two Family Members	Any	Any	£30.00
Three Family Members	Any	Any	£36.00

Combined Association and Club Subscription

£30.00 / year (Rolling 12 month period).

This includes individual member to member insurance.

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Gradings

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Gradings are taken 3 or 4 times a year in the York area by a senior Black belt Instructor from our association.

Grading fees
Pee Wee Grading fees (12th Kyu to 10th Kyu) = £9.50

Standard Grading fee (9th Kyu to 1st Kyu) = £11.50

There is also a fee for the training session prior to the grading for the Saturday and Sunday training sessions, this is normally about £20.

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FAQ's

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1. Can anyone turn up and train, even if they aren't a member?

A. Yes. If you are a total beginner or a black belt from another club, you are welcome to
come down and train with us. There is no obligation to join the club and if you are a
beginner, you can give it a go for a few nights and see if you like it.

2. I've never done any martial arts before. Do you take complete beginners? Are there any age restrictions?

A. We take absolute beginners and people who have done martial arts before. Due to
the nature of Karate, and the self discipline and physical contact involved, we do have a minimum age of 6 years old. We also have a member in his 70's!

3. Do you need to be very fit in order to do Karate?

A. To do Karate well, you need to be fit. However, if you are a beginner and not very fit,
you will become fitter by training with us. The training itself is fairly demanding but most
people will have no problems. However, if you are unsure you should seek advice from
your GP.

4. I don't have a Karate suit, do i need to buy one before I can train? If so,
where can i get one?

A. No. You don't need a Karate suit (a Gi) in order to train if you are a beginner. If you do
decide to buy one then you will be able to purchase one from a good sports shop or through the club at a discount price.

5. Does the club only train once a week?

A. No, we train on a Sunday and Wednesday at Barlby. However quite a few club members also train at our sister clubs of Haxby and York. Between the three clubs training is available Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. We also run regular courses in York and Black and Brown belts also attend GB training sessions.

6. Can I compete in competitions?

A. Yes. The the association regularly hold competitions both national and international. In addition,
We often have local competitions between the three clubs in the area (York, Haxby &
Selby).

7. Is there full contact in training, am i likely to get hurt?

A. There is no / very little contact with Children, as the grade and age increases the contact increases to what is classed light contact.
In training, we use control when sparring which means, effectively, we pull our
punches and kicks and don't fully extend. However, using control does not mean not
hitting. Any strikes to the stomach area are expected to make contact with a measured
degree of control and the person being hit will tense in order to avoid being hurt. This is done to control breathing and to strengthen the body. Protective accessories such as gum shields and chest guards can be worn although for training, it is probably not necessary.
In competition, such items are mandatory along with sparring mitts. I would
add that karate is a martial art, we are teaching you how to fight!
Injury is always a possibility and if you study karate, you should expect to get hit occasionally.

8. How long does it take to get to black belt?

A. You are allowed to grade every three months and there are ten grades to get through
to become a black belt. Therefore, it is possible to get to black belt within two and a half
years. However, it is much more likely to take around three and a half years, with regular
training, a lot of sweat and hard work.

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Insurances

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The policy of the club is that every Instructor that may be in charge of training in a separate dojo undertake an enhanced CRB check and be covered by their own Instructor indemnity Insurance policy.

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CRB Checks and Insurances

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Contact us

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Email Paul the club secretary

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