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1 Preserving the Original & Traditional A Member of the British, European & International Wado Federations October 2013 British Wadokai Yudan Promotions Congratulations to the following British Wadokai Yudansha on their recent promotions! Michael Adams 5th Dan, Jodie Robathan 2nd Dan, Samuel Robathan 2nd Dan, Robert Baldock 2nd Dan, Kieran Sampson 2nd Dan, Elliot Millington 1st Dan, Guy Sparham 1st Dan, Samuel O Rourke 1st Dan. Applicants not only passed, but they got through with flying colours; achieving highly impressive percentages all round (see page 2). New British Wadokai Examiner Levels Issued. 22/09/13: Mark Overthrow 5th Dan: Examiner Level 3/4d. Roger De Fries 4th Dan: Examiner Level 3/4c. Richard House 3rd Dan: Examiner Level 3/4b. Darran Queenan 2nd Dan: Examiner Level 2/4a. Jodie Robathan 2nd Dan: Examiner Level 2. Samuel Robathan 2nd British Wadokai Southwest Dan: Examiner Level 2. Elliot MillingSuccessful Applicants and Examiners. ton 1st Dan: Examiner Level 1. Guy L to R: Richard House 3rd Dan, Roger de Fries 4th Dan, Jodie Robathan 2nd Dan, Guy Sparham 1st Dan: Examiner Level 1. Sparham 1st Dan, Gary E Swift Kyoshi, Elliot Millington 1st Dan, Samuel O Rourke 1st Samuel O'Rourke 1st Dan: Examiner Dan, Darran Queenan 2nd Dan, Mark Overthrow 5th Dan, Samuel Robathan 2nd Dan. Level 1. 28/09/13: Michael Adams 5th Dan: Examiner Level 3/4d. Piers MacLean 2nd Dan: Examiner Level 2/4a. Jade Fair 2nd Dan: Examiner Level 2/4a. James Latimer 2nd Dan: Examiner Level 2/4a. Robert Baldock 2nd Dan: Examiner Level 2. Kieran Sampson: Examiner Level 2. Remember, any BWK 2nd Dan can train and qualify as a potential Panel Judge for the Yudan Assessment Panel (Level 4a). However, representation on the Panel as an official would only be possible as 3rd Dan and above. All 3rd Dan who become eligible, and successful, will be on Level 4a for a 6-month probationary period. After that time the Examiner Level 4b will be issued. All Yudansha who have been designated as Yudan Assessment Panel Judges, but have not yet completed the YAP Course (or received a 2013/14 Yudan Assessment Panel Examiner s Certificate), will be fully qualified once they have undergone the necessary fundamental training; until then the Examiner Level, they currently have, will be treated as provisional. British Wadokai South Successful Applicants. Level distinction, as part of the BWK Grade Assessment Panel: 4a; Can L to R: Robbie Baldock 2nd Dan, Kieran grade up to 1st Dan. 4b; Can grade up to 2nd Dan. 4c; Can grade up to Sampson 2nd Dan. 3rd Dan, etc. Successful Panel-Examiners included; Michael Well done to you all! Adams 5th Dan, Piers MacLean 2nd Dan James Latimer 2nd Dan, Jade Fair 2nd Dan. Come and visit the International Federation on Facebook! Come and visit British WadoWado Federation on Facebook!

2 Page 2 British Wadokai New Licensed Members Burgess Hill Wado (Sussex): Daniel Brightey, Holly Brightey. Cirencester Wado (Gloucestershire): Michael Adams 5th Dan, Piers MacLean 2nd Dan. Cranleigh Wado (Surrey): Cranleigh School Wado (Surrey): Crowcombe Wado (Somerset): Michael Jones, Cameron Jones, Isaac Queenan, Oban Mackie, Jack Lewis. Elburton Wado (Devon): Gunnislake Wado (Cornwall): Horsham Wado (Sussex): Martin Marriott. Newcastle Wado (Tyne & Wear): Pomphlett Wado (Devon): Taunton Wado (Somerset): Tony Lyford-Smith, Nat Lyford-Smith, Neil Richards. Yealmpton Wado (Devon): Claire Nash, Olivia Wiseman. Welcome to British Wadokai! British Wadokai Grade Promotions/Registrations Burgess Hill Wado (Sussex): (26/08/13). Rebecca Collier 9th Kyu. (28/09/13). Kieran Sampson 2nd Dan (Written; 100%, Practical; 88.62%), Robbie Baldock 2nd Dan (Written; 98.9%, Practical; 89.1%). Panel Examiners: Gary E Swift Kyoshi, Gordon Hoare (6th Dan) Renshi, Michael Adams 5th Dan, Piers MacLean 2nd Dan (Provisional/ Training Panel Judge), Jade Fair 2nd Dan (Provisional/Training Panel Judge), James Lattimer 2nd Dan (Provisional/Training Panel Judge). Cirencester Wado (Gloucestershire): Piers MacLean 2nd Dan. (28/09/13). Michael Adams 5th Dan. Examiner; Gary E Swift Kyoshi. Cranleigh Wado (Surrey): Cranleigh School Wado (Surrey): Elburton Wado (Devon): Crowcombe Wado (Somerset): (24/09/13). Michael Jones 8th Kyu, Cameron Jones 8th Kyu. Gunnislake Wado (Cornwall): Horsham Wado (Sussex); (22/09/13). Samuel O Rourke 1st Dan (Written; 94%, Practical; 87.2%), Samuel Robathan 2nd Dan (Written; 86.25%, 87.26%), Jodie Robathan 2nd Dan (Written 90%, Practical; 88.6%). Chief Panel Examiner Gary E Swift Kyoshi. Panel Examiners; Mark Overthrow 5th Dan, Roger de Fries 4th Dan, Richard House 3rd Dan, Darran Queenan 2nd Dan (Provisional/Training Panel Judge). Newcastle Wado (Tyne & Wear): Pomphlett & Plymstock Wado (Devon): (17/09/13). Karl Washbrook 5th Kyu (3rd Class). Examiners Gary E Swift Kyoshi and Richard House Sandan. (22/09/13). Elliot Millington 1st Dan (Written; 99.5%, Practical 86.36), Guy Sparham 1st Dan (Written; 95.8%, Practical 85.4%). Chief Panel Examiner Gary E Swift Kyoshi. Panel Examiners; Mark Overthrow 5th Dan, Roger de Fries 4th Dan, Richard House 3rd Dan, Darran Queenan 2nd Dan (Provisional/ Training Panel Judge). Taunton Wado (Somerset): Yealmpton Wado (Devon): Congratulations to you all! British Wadokai s Go-Ju Ittai Goju-ittai - 'Hard soft unification'. The two practices of Go-ho and Ju-ho that are harmonised together. Go refers to the striking and kicking elements, while Ju refers to the grappling methods taught, and Ittai is unification of these two elements. Although generally taught as separate methods they are in fact harmonised together in practise until the 'separation' of these elements become unnoticeable in fighting/combat practise; such as with goju-randori (goju-ittai sparring). Practised within the traditional British Wadokai Schools of Karate-do since Gary E Swift Kyoshi.

3 Page 3 Standardisation Courses! Due to time restrictions, which now seem to be getting quite an issue (especially with the Chief Instructor yapping too much), it has been decided to extend the training time for the Standardisation Courses, for both the South and the Southwest regions, to 4-hours. All charges will remain the same, so there will be no increase from the 15 training fee already in place. However, with luck, we may actually be able to complete each element on one course, rather than creating catch-up sessions at the end of the year. The new times will be implemented as from the next course, Standardisation Course Part 4 (8th December 2013), which will include the implications of I-dori-no-kata (kneeling defences (or standing defence alternatives, for those with bad knees)), Tanto-dori-no-kata (short blade defences), Muto-dori-no-kata (sword defences & disarming/retrieval techniques). There will be courses available all through the year in both the South and Southwest, with the Southwest courses being held at the British Wadokai Honbu (Pomphlett/ Plymstock). Next courses, Standardisation & related, for 2013 are: 10th November Temple Kata Course. Venue: British Wado Kai Honbu (HQ) Dojo. Plymstock Karate Club. Pomphlett Methodist Centre, Pomphlett Gardens, Plymstock, Devon. PL9 7BL. 20th October British Wadokai Gyo-Enbu Course. Part 1. Venue; Horsham Wado Karate Club. Kingslea Primary School, Kings Road, Horsham, West Sussex. RH13 5PS. 10th November Temple Kata Course. Venue: British Wado Kai Honbu (HQ) Dojo. Plymstock Karate Club. Pomphlett Methodist Centre, Pomphlett Gardens, Plymstock, Devon. PL9 7BL. 8th December British Wadokai Standardisation Course. Part 4. Venue: The Scout Hall, Swindon Road, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 2HF. Gary E Swift Kyoshi. New Club for British Wadokai The Somerset Karate Centre will be opening its doors to their latest club, situated near Taunton, in Somerset. Address: Combe Florey Village Hall, Redlands, Treble's Holford, Combe Florey, Somerset. TA4 3HA. Training days are Mondays from pm. Instructor Mark Overthrow 5 th Dan. For further details please contact Mark Overthrow 5th Dan, Tel; ; somersetkarate@btinternet.com Website:

4 Page 4 About Kata PINAN - 平安 'Peace', 'peaceful period', 'peace & tranquillity', quiet & calm, 'peaceful period', 'time of tranquillity'. The five Kata developed by Yasutsune-Itosu in First taught in Public Schools in Okinawa. The five Pinan Kata; Pinan Shodan 平安初段, Pinan Nidan 平安弐段, Pinan Sandan 平安三段, Pinan Yondan 平安四段, Pinan Godan 平安五段. Pinan Kata are the fundamental Kata significant to the Shuri-te Karate systems of Wado-ryu, Shito-ryu, Shorin-ryu and Shoto-ryu. 'Pinan' or, what is also referred to (although I feel incorrectly) as the so-called 'peaceful mind' forms, were developed by Yasutsune-Itosu ( ) in 1903 and were the first Kata ever taught and incorporated into Okinawan public schools. His ideas for these Kata stem from the Ku-Shanku Kata. Known also as Ping-an or Heian (debatably referring to the Heian (Heian-jidai) 'peace & prosperity' period 平安時 of , although Pinan may also refer to any peaceful period). When Itosu created this group of kata, he was already advanced in years. Research suggests that he used some of his students to create these kata. It is known that Itosu introduced these Kata in 1905 (at the end of the Russo-Japanese War). There are many important sparring aspects as well as philosophical techniques contained within these Kata. This collection of kata has two sets. Pinan-Nidan and Pinan- Shodan are the first set, and the rest of the three make up the second set. The first set has no 'Kyusoku-Gamae-Waza,' while the second set does contain it. This is a very important part of the Shuri-Te philosophy. 'Kyusoku' means break. 'Kamae/Gamae' means form. It means making a break during fighting. This allows the other side to stop the fight and walk away. This may seem strange, but it is seen in other conflicts, such as a 'cease-fire.' If this is possible, it adds ethics to the conflict. Of course, 'Yohi' (prepared and ready) and 'Yamae' (cease and return with readiness) have this same meaning and should be practiced as if they are the same. If we practice Karate for tournament only, we fail to learn this kind of technique. These kata were created for beginners by Itosu, but they contain many advanced techniques. For example, there are the three timing initiatives (Sente) for attack: Sensen no sen, Sen no sen, and Go no sen. Pinan-Godan is the highest level kata within the Pinan group. This kata alone contains Shuri-te's advanced sparring technique of inline sparring from front to back. Also, the rest of the four kata miss at least one important stance. The table below illustrates which important stances are contained in each Pinan kata. The stances are: Renoji-dachi (the letter re stance, or L stance), Junzuki-dachi (front stance), Nekoashi-dachi (cat stance), Shiko-ashi-dachi (four point stance), Kosa-dachi (crossed leg stance), and Heisoku-dachi (feet together stance). The concept of 'Kyusoku-Gamae-Waza,' discussed above, is very interesting. Goju-Ryu and Uechi-Ryu kata do not have this

5 Page 5 technique. The Tomari-te Kata, 'Rohai' has it, but 'Wankan' and 'Wansu' do not have it. In Wado-ryu, Pinan Shodan and Pinan Nidan are generally taught at differing times, with Pinan Nidan often being taught first. In Shotokan, Gichin-Funikoshi changed the names around, so his students would not be confused. Also, the intention may have been to put them into some sort of perspective, or 'practising' order. In traditional Wado, however, the name has remained the same, and Pinan Nidan is still generally taught first. Also known as Ping-an and Hei-an. KATA - 'Form', 'position', 'single'. Encompasses many interpretations, depending on the written Kanji; including 'rigid-form', and 'flexible-form'. In Wadoryu, the Kanji use for KATA is 形 but the other styles of Karate are using the other Kanji 型. The first Grand Master, Hironori Ohtsuka Meijin, made this choice. These two characters of Kanji are read as 'KATA'. However, the second character is also read as I-GATA 型, which can be translated as 'Mold'. The standardised forms made from the I-GATA are all the same, they re not transformable. Martial arts practise must never become I-GATA ; it must always be 'KATA'. 形 KATA - 'Form', 'formal exercise'. Prearranged fighting techniques put into a set, pattern or form. Karate Kata can be split into three schools: SHURI-TE: Pinan (Heian) Shodan, Nidan, Sandan, Yodan, Godan. Naifanchi (Tekki) Shodan, Nidan, Sandan. Passai (Bassai) Dai, Sho. Ku-Shanku (Kanku) Dai, Sho, Shiho-ku-shanku. Ji-tte (Jutte). Ji-in. Ji-han (Jion). Gojushi-ho Dai, Sho. NAHA-TE: Sanchin. Tensho. Gekisai-Dai-ichi, Gekisai-Dai-ni. Saifa (Sai-hawah). Seisan. Seipai. Sanseiru. Shisochin. Kururunfa (Kururun-hawah). Seienchin. Suparinpei. TOMARI-TE: Chinto (Gankaku). Rohai (Meikyo). Wanshu (Enpi, Empi). Wankan (Matsukaze). Others; Niseishi (Nijushi-ho). Sochin. Ananku. Unsu. Seishan (Hangetsu). The above-mentioned Kata have some variations. For example, Passai Kata has not only Dai and Sho, but also Matsumura no Passai (Passai of Matsumura), Tomari no Passai and Ishimine no Passai. In Uechiryu, although a Naha-te style, they developed a different series of Kata. These include Sanchin, Kanshiwa, Seishan, Seirui, and Konchin. Karate Kata which possess numbers as names are considered originally of Chinese and/or Buddhist origin, and passed into the Okinawan-te systems during the 1800's. The numbers have been referred to as many interpretations and factors in modern martial-arts, either as the amount of steps, techniques etc. However, it is my personal belief that they have their history within the original teachings of acupoint striking within the Kata. For example, there are considered 36 'killing' points on the human body (Sanseiru).

6 Page 6 From personal research I have found that many of the 'numeric' Kata have their foundations within the original Chinese acupoint striking system practised in the mid 1500's. It was considered the original method of 'numeric strike-point' combat, and was created by the Chinese Shaolin martial-artist Feng-Yiquan (see diagram below, vital points ). Other Chinese martial-artists who studied this form of combat included the famous Xie-Zhongxiang. These 'numeric' Kata also include; Suparinpei (108), Gojushi-ho (54), Sanshiru (36), Nipaipo (28), Niseishi/Nijushi-ho (24), Seipai (18), Seishan/Seisan (13), etc., all, I believe, linked to the acupoint science. In Buddhism, however, numbers hold great symbolic importance, specifically referring to the 108 desires of man. This is very interesting as many of the Kata hold factors of 108, as: Suparinpei (108), Gojushi-ho (54), Sanseiru (36), Seipai (18), etc. Karate Kata lineage can be based on the following: Aragaki; Ni-sei-shi, Sochin, Unsu. Chatanyara; Ku-Shanku. Gokenki; Hakucho, Nipaipo, Papuren. Higaonna; Kururunfa, Saifa, Sanchin, Sanseru, Seienchin, Seipai, Seishan, Shisochin, Suparinpei. Ishimine; Bassai. Itosu; Pinan Shodan, Pinan Nidan, Pinan Sandan, Pinan Yodan, Pinan Godan, Bassai-dai, Bassai-sho, Chintei, Chinto, Gojushi-ho, Ji-tte, Ji-han, Jiin, Kosokun-dai, Kosokun-sho, Naifuanchin Shodan, Naifuanchin Nidan, Naifuanchin Sandan, Rohai Shodan, Rohai Nidan, Rohai Sandan, Shiho-Kosokun. Mabuni Kenwa; Aoyagi, Juroku, Miyojo. Matsubayashi; Annanko. Matsumura; Bassai, Seishan, Rohai. Matsumora; Rohai, Wankan (Matsukaze), Wanshu. Miyagi; Gekisaiichi, Gekisai-ni, Tensho. Mabuni/Ueichi; Shinpa. Gary E Swift Kyoshi. The 'vital points' from the Hsi-Yuan-Lu, written by Feng-Yiquan in AD1247.

7 Page 7 Do You Give Due Title to Your Sensei? Remember who you are talking to. While your Sensei is wearing his Gi he MUST be refereed to as SENSEI. Remember YOUR DOJO-KUN. Even lower graded Yudansha must respect and give proper title to higher graded Yudansha. Karate IS a MARTIAL art! DOJO-KUN - 道場訓 'Training way maxims'. The maxims governing the discipline and mind of the individual in relationship to the martial-arts studied. These Maxims are mottos, the spirit of which serious students of Karate should try to follow if they wish to gain the maximum from their training. The Maxims are like the English saying 'Service not self', 'Deeds not words', 'Be prepared' and exemplify an attitude which dictates a way of life. Reisetsu O Mamori (Stick to the rules). In the dojo good etiquette must be observed by the following rules. Shingi O Omanji (A student must have loyalty to his instructor). This is the most important thing in Martial Arts. It is not possible for someone to change his style in Japanese Martial Arts - people who do so cannot learn the correct etiquette and spirit of Martial Arts. Jojitsu Ni Oberesu (Teachers and students are not all one). Outside the Dojo you can be friendly with your Sensei but do not take advantage of this friendship. While a Sensei is wearing his Gi he MUST BE referred to as Sensei. Shinkenmi Ni Tesseyo (Be serious in your efforts). No flippancy, chattering, gum chewing, eating or drinking in the Dojo. Concentrate solely on Karate and train hard in everything you do. The dojo is not a social gathering hall and visitors as well as students shall respect the rules and Maxims. Left: Gary E Swift Kyoshi and Toru Takamizawa Kyoshi (circa. 1995). Sensei Swift always referred to his Sensei with the utmost respect Toru Takamizawa Kyoshi ( ). and proper title. The Kohai Karate Mon System The Plymouth Schools of Karate have embarked on an ambitious new system for students of the age of 5 to 10, and as from September 2013 this optional system will be accepted officially as part of the British Wadokai training facilities. The Kohai Karate system can be incorporated within any British Wadokai Dojo, or as a separate club/ class. These classes will be run totally independent from the regular classes, although Kohai members would still be welcome in participating in the usual/adults classes, as long as they can demonstrate the necessary qualities and maturity to be included. Licences will remain the same, although there will be a special membership card included for Kohai Mon Grade Records, etc. The following pages include the requirements, although the system will be ongoing and some elements may still need to be ironed out as the system progresses along. However, the students interests will always be paramount in the event of any change/modification. The hope is that the Kohai Karate classes will eventually be feeder classes to the older/senior sections. The belt system will be slightly different, even with a black-belt of sorts after the final Kokai Mon has been achieved. For instructors who wish to embark (bravely) with this system, and need the technical and administrative assistance, please contact us for further details. Grade sheets are already available. Gary E Swift Kyoshi. garyswiftkyoshi@yahoo.co.uk

8 Page 8 Plymouth Schools of Karate & Self Defence Kohai Mon Shinsa (Junior (5-10yrs) Grade Level Examinations) Children s Karate & Self-Defence Grade Syllabus & Belt System Mon Date Examiner 9 th Ku Kohai Mon Red Stripe 8 th Hachi Kohai Mon Yellow Stripe 7 th Shichi Kohai Mon Orange Stripe 6 th Roku Kohai Mon Green Stripe 5 th Goh Kohai Mon Blue Stripe 4 th Yon Kohai Mon Purple Stripe 3 rd San Kohai Mon Brown Stripe 2 nd Ni Kohai Mon Brown Stripe 1 tag 1 st Ik Kohai Mon Brown Stripe 2 tags Jidodan Black & Red Belt All the above grades are limited to junior ages from 5 to 10 years. Kohai Mon Gradings will be held at the end of each school term (Kohai Jidodan 6-months), when/if the student is ready. Gradings are charged at 10 each and will include the belt and a certificate. These sessions are more fun-based and allow the challenges of a Wado fundamental knowledge and karate-belt progression, preparing the student for the more senior aspects of the original traditional Wadoryu Karate later. Upon reaching the age of 10 (depending on student s ability) all students must be prepared to grade under the official British Wadokai Kyu level ranks. Training times will also vary, please see BWK Club List. Kohai Mon Grade Syllabus (5-10 years)

9 Page 9 With the exception of 9 th Kohai Mon, which can be achieved after 6 weeks, these gradings are assisted and will be held at the end of each full school term. 9 th Kohai Mon (red stripe) DOJO-KUN (Recited in Japanese and English), as with ALL proceeding grades. You will also be tested on correct traditional Wado-ryu belt-tying technique (Hon-Musubi). 本結び 8 th Kohai Mon (yellow stripe) Dojo Kun Obi (belt tying). UKE (Blocks) Performed from Junzuki-dachi. 1. Jodan-uke: Head block. 2. Chudan-soto-uke: Body outer block. 3. Chudan-uchi-uke: Body inner block. 4. Gedan-barai: Lower body sweeping block. 7 th Kohai Mon (orange stripe) Dojo Kun Obi (belt tying). KIHON-WAZA (Fundamental techniques) Performed from Hanmi-gamae. 1. Jodan-tsuki: Head punch. 2. Uraken-uchi-jodan: Head back-fist strike. 3. Maegeri-chudan: Body front kick. 4. Surikomi-maegeri-chudan: One step body front kick. 5. Mawashigeri-chudan: Body round-house kick. 6. Surikomi-mawashigeri-chudan: One step body round-house kick. 6 th Kohai Mon (green stripe) Dojo Kun Obi (belt tying). KIHON-WAZA (Fundamental techniques). 1. Junzuki, Mawatte-jodan-uke: Straight punch, turn with head block. 2. Gyakuzuki, Mawatte-gedan-barai: Reverse punch, turn with lower body sweeping block. 3. Maegeri-chudan: Front kick to the body. 4. Surikomi-maegeri-chudan: One step front kick to the body. 5. Sokuto-fumikomi-hiza: Side edge stamping kick to the knee. 5 th Kohai Mon (blue stripe) Dojo Kun

10 Page 10 Obi (belt tying). RENRAKU-WAZA (Combination techniques) 1. Maegeri-chudan-tobikomizuki-jodan: Front kick to the body, snap punch to the head. 2. Surikomi-maegeri-chudan-tobikomizuki-jodan: One step front kick to the body, snap punch to the head. 3. Maegeri-chudan-gyakuzuki-chudan: Front kick, reverse punch to the body. 4. Surikomi-maegeri-chudan-gyakuzuki-chudan: One step front kick, reverse punch to the body. 4 th Kohai Mon (purple stripe) Dojo Kun Obi (belt tying). UKE (Blocking techniques) Performed from junzuki-dachi 1. Chudan-soto-uke-gyakuzuki: Body outer block, reverse punch. 2. Chudan-uchi-uke-gyakuzuki: Body inner block, reverse punch. All blocks are performed with turning block (outer/inner), reverse punch. 3rd Kohai Mon (brown stripe) Dojo Kun Obi (belt tying). KIHON-WAZA 基本技 1. Junzuki-no-tsukkomi 2. Gyakuzuki-no-tsukkomi 3. Mawashigeri-chudan RENRAKU-WAZA 連絡技 1. Maegeri-chudan Mawashigeri-chudan Gyakuzuki-chudan 2. Surikomi-maegeri-chudan Mawashigeri-chudan Gyakuzuki-chudan 2nd Kohai Mon (brown stripe 1-tag) Dojo Kun Obi (belt tying). UKE 受け SANBON-GUMITE 三本組手 1. Junzuki-uke; Gohonme (chudan soto-uke - maegeri - gyakuzuki), Ropponme (chudan uchi-uke - empi) 1st Kohai Mon (brown strip 2-tags) KATA 形 1. Pinan Nidan Jido Dan (black & red belt) UKE 受け SANBON-GUMITE 三本組手 1. Junzuki-uke; Ipponme, Nihonme 2. Maegeri-uke; Ipponme, Nihonme OHYO-GUMITE 応用組手

11 Page Ipponme KATA 形 1. Pinan Shodan 2. Pinan Sandan Although the Kohai Syllabus reflects the same requirements, in parts, to much of the traditional British Wadokai Grade Syllabus, the training sessions themselves are more fun-based with plenty of self-defence tactics and games, such as tag-gumite, etc. Joining the traditional Wadoryu Karate Dojo from the Kohai Self-Defence Karate Club. Upon a student joining the traditional full Kyu grade system, which is also open to all students from the age of 7; if eligible. Official Kyu Grade Syllabus for students from 7 years of age will be taken from the official British Wadokai Grade Syllabus. Students who have already attained grades within the Kohai Mon system will be automatically transferred to a minimum of 9 th Kyu, upon reaching eligibility. Upon a student reaching Jidodan the grade will be automatically transferred to an appropriate (reflecting on ability and development) Kyu grade of up to (but not exceeding) 6th Kyu. This would be at the discretion of the relevant instructor and grading powers, etc. These specific striped Kohai belts are available from both Kico (Plymouth) and Blitz (London). See website for links page: Gary E Swift Kyoshi. Belt Up! The character of Dan ( 段, Dan) means step, or level, but is sometimes (wrongly) equated with degree. Dan rank is often used along with the lower rank system, Kyū ( 級, Kyu) rank. There are other methods of assessing rank in Japanese martial systems; of particular note is the older, menkyo system. The Dan rank system was invented by Honinbo Dosaku, professional 'Go' player in the Edo period. Prior to the invention, top-to-bottom ranking was evaluated by each handicaps and tended to be vague. He valued then highest title holder, Meijin at 9th Dan. Dan ranks were applied to martial arts by Kano Jigoro, the founder of judo. Kano started the modern rank system when he awarded Shodan (the lowest Dan rank) to two of his senior students (Shiro Saigo and Tsunejiro Tomita) in Even then, there was no external differentiation between yūdansha (black belt ranks) and mudansha (those who had not yet attained a grade). Kano began the custom of having his yūdansha wear black obi (belts) in These obi were not like the belts karate-ka and jūdō-ka wear today Kano had not invented the jūdō-gi (judo uniform) yet, and his students were still practicing in kimono. They wore the wide obi still worn with formal kimono. In 1907, Kano introduced the modern jūdō-gi and its modern obi, with white and black belt ranks. The use of belts to denote ranks were used by different athletic departments within the Japanese school system, most notably for swimmers, prior to their adoption by Kano. In Japanese arts: In modern times, a Dan-ranked practitioner of a style is usually recognised as a martial artist who has surpassed the kyū, or basic, ranks. They may also become a licensed instructor in their art, in many styles however, achieving a Dan rank means that while one is no longer considered a beginner, one is not yet necessarily an expert. Usually all Yudansha still maintain tuition under instruction well into their highest Dan level. The total number of Dan ranks is style-specific (1st to 10th are common in Japanese arts). The lower Dan grades (1st to 3rd or 5th, depending on the style) can normally be attained through a grading examination. The higher Dan grades usually require years of experience and contribution to the relevant martial art. This may be through instruction or research and publication. These grades can only be awarded by a higher-graded representative of the principal dojo or sometimes by a steering committee. There is no set achievement level that is universal. An important point to note that ranking systems is that they are specific to the school or style, thus the ranks achieved do not necessarily translate across different martial arts styles. In fact, Dan ranks do not necessarily indicate one wears a black-belt, in certain martial arts such as iaidō, kendō or jōdō, no external signifier of rank is worn, though it is by far the most common and recognisable symbol by the general public. The highest Dan ranks are sometimes reserved for the founder or leaders of a style and other high ranking students can only be promoted by them. This has led to upper level ranks becoming extinct in some arts. For example, in judo there are only three living tenth-level Dan in the world and only fifteen have been promoted to the rank since its inception. In other styles the Dan ranks are not the highest level that might be attained, with instructor certification and judge/judgment authorisation being understood as higher-level or more sophisticated. Ranks in Japanese. Many arts use between one and ten Dan ranks: 1. Shodan ( 初段 : しょだん ): first level black belt. Nidan ( 二段 : にだん ): second level black belt. Sandan ( 三段 : さんだん ): third level black belt. Yodan ( 四段 : よだん ): fourth level black belt. Godan ( 五段 : ごだん ): fifth level black belt. Rokudan ( 六段 : ろくだん ): sixth level black belt. Shichidan ( 七段 : ななだん ): seventh level black belt (also known as nanadan). Hachidan ( 八段 : はちだん ): eighth level black belt. Kudan ( 九段 : くだん ): ninth level black belt. Jūdan ( 十段 : じゅうだん ): tenth level black belt. In many styles, Shodan implies that all the basics of the style have been understood. At Sandan the student is deemed proficiently capable of automatic reaction with natural martial-technique. Generally, the lower Dan ranks are validated on the basis of knowledge and physical skill. The higher the Dan rank, the more leadership ability, teaching experience, and service to the style play a role in promotion. For example, to gain promotion from 1st to 3rd Dan, karate-ka must demonstrate correct technique and knowledge within depth. Promotions from 4th Dan are awarded for services to the art. Although the Dan system is distinctly Japanese, it has been adopted by many other martial arts styles. The Dan system and the well-known symbol of a black-belt have been absorbed into common usage to represent a person with above-average or highly-trained skills in a particular discipline. Kyū-level practitioners are often called mudansha ( 無段者, mudansha? ), "ones without dan" and are considered as initiates rather than students. When practitioners have reached the ranking of first level black belt, they become Shodan-sha ( 初段者, Shodan-sha). The holder of a black belt of any level is a yūdansha ( 有段者, yūdansha), "one with dan". Source: Wikipedia. When a student passes his grade, he congratulates himself on his skill when he fails, he very often blames others! This is not the way be responsible for yourself and train correctly at home as well as in the Dojo. Shinkenmi-ni-tesseyo.

12 Page 12 Standardisation Course Part 3 (Ohyo and Kihon Gumite) Best course for attendances, so far? Certainly the best course so far for the most widespread of membership. Participants from Wales, Plymouth (Devon), Crowcombe & Taunton (Somerset), Cirencester (Gloucestershire), Newcastle (Tyne & Wear), plus members from the local clubs in Cranleigh (Surrey), Horsham and Burgess Hill (Sussex). It s courses like this that make my 9 to 10 hour round trip worthwhile knowing that others are just as dedicated and loyal to their Wadoryu Karate. Those in attendance included: Sally Joy 1st Kyu, Owen Brown 2nd Kyu, Mark Overthrow 5th Dan, Darran Queenan 2nd Dan, Megan Collier 4th Kyu, Peter Collier 4th Kyu, Mick Adams 5th Dan, Piers MacLean 2nd Dan, Thomas Strange 2nd Kyu, Julie Jeffries 1st Kyu, Hayley Jeffries 1st Dan, James Latimer 2nd Dan, Donna Thomas 2nd Dan, Oren Teichmann 1st Dan, Helen Woods 1st Kyu, Louisa Bland 1st Kyu, Robbie Baldock 2nd Dan, Marten Van Erps 1st Dan, Jim Taylor 5th Dan, Fair 2nd Dan, Kieran Malone 6th Kyu, Ian Hunter 7th Dan, James Charnaud 5th Dan, Gordon Hoare 6th Dan, Paul Di Petro 1st Dan, Paul Elliott 7th Dan, Cameron Elliott 1st Dan, Steve Gray 4th Dan, Richard House 4th Dan, Joe Daglish 1st Dan, Michael Ilderton 5th Dan. Due to the time, and running out of it, all future courses will now be extended to 4-hours. However, for juniors in attendance, who feel that this is too long, the option to finish after three hours will be applied. Course price will be remaining the same, at 15, so hopefully students will be able to reap the benefit of the extra training without the extra cost. I would like to thank Paul Elliott of SEMKA, and his administration, for the use of his Dojo & facilities. Gary E Swift Kyoshi.

13 Page 13 A Governing Body is only as good as those who run it! Have you ever wondered WHY so many of the national governing bodies in the UK (and abroad) have either fallen by the wayside or have a bad reputation? I have felt, and I am now convinced, that many of those who are in positions of 'power', within these governing bodies, are rarely in it for the students or those in membership. Ego, money and corruption are the curse and the cause why there will NEVER be a realistic or credible alternative to the way multi-style governing bodies operate today. Put corrupt people in charge and it becomes corrupt itself! However, if we take the money away, then we may be able to see exactly WHO is left and who are there for the right reasons. And, if that was to happen, I wonder how many governing bodies would be left in operation? As the British Wado Federation is FREE to join (with no funds or a need of a 'treasurer'), I certainly know of at least ONE 'style-specific' National Governing Body that would be still operating long into the future; after all, the foundations of the British Wado Federation have been in operation since 1976, and, I suspect, will still be around when the others have gone. Committee Members of the British Wado Federation contribute their time and energy FREE! No egos, no money, no corruption!! On the other hand, many of the unscrupulous national governing bodies have been in operation for such a duration they have now been accepted as 'legitimate'. The festering has been there for so long, and in so deep, it would now be virtually impossible to remove it. Too late to 'name-and-shame' as the opportunity for that went years ago with the fall of some of the earliest governing bodies, such as the Martial Arts Commission (MAC), etc. - Now, for those, the lunatics have certainly taken over the asylum. In my opinion, if there is going to be a Governing Body responsible for administrating Martial-arts in this country, for the future, it should be run by a government department DEVOID of martial artists (such as Sport England or the Sports Council, etc.). Many would argue that only martial-artists would know how to run a multi-style martial-arts national governing body. My answer to that is, Really? Would they? I certainly haven t seen any evidence of that so far, have you?!?! MA Treasurer Gary E Swift Kyoshi. BWF Committee President.

14 Page 14 英国和道会空手道連盟 和道 Never lose your Beginner's Sprit. I found out that there weren t too many limitations, if I did it my way. Johnny Cash. Bushido BUSHI-DO = Japan. 'Warrior way', 'way of the warrior'. The strict code of conduct and rules of behaviour that had to be followed by the Samurai. Formulated in the Tokugawa period (AD ). The Seven virtues of Bushidō. The Bushidō code is typified by seven virtues: 1. Rectitude ( 義 gi). 2. Courage ( 勇氣, yūki). 3. Benevolence ( 仁, jin). 4. Respect ( 禮, rei). 5. Honesty ( 誠, makoto). 6. Honour ( 名誉, meiyo). 7. Loyalty ( 忠義, chūgi). The Seven Virtues of Bushido explained (compliments of Wikipedia). 1. Morality 義 Although it's often translated as "rectitude", the term morality makes it easier to understand. Bushido: The Spirit of Japan defines morality in two ways: as the power of unwavering decision upon a certain course of conduct and more metaphorically as the bone that gives firmness and stature. Morality is one s power to decide upon a course of conduct in accordance with reason, without wavering; to die when to die is right, to strike when to strike is right. Morality is the bone that gives firmness and stature. Without bones the head cannot rest on top of the spine, nor hands move nor feet stand. So without morality neither talent nor learning can make the human frame into a samurai. 2. Courage 勇 Courage is an extension of morality and only useful when matched with correct morals. Courage, or the spirit of daring and bearing, as it was first translated was a huge element of raising children during this time. Parents challenged their children constantly in Spartan-like training. A far cry from the overprotecting helicopter parents of today. It is true courage to live when it is right to live, and to die only when it is right to die. 3. Benevolence 仁 Samurai, who possessed both the legal and physical power to destroy and kill were also required to keep their powers in check with benevolence and mercy. It is only those who could act with valour to the extent that they can befriend their enemies in times of piece who could capture benevolence. Indeed valour and honour alike required that we should own as enemies in war only such as prove worthy of being friends in peace. When valour attains this height, it becomes akin to benevolence. 4. Respect 礼 If you've ever been to Japan, you've likely experienced the Japanese politeness or respect. This system is based in Chinese Confucianism but the Japanese Samurai adopted and preserved this system very well. Are you working hard to treat everyone as respectfully as they should be? By constant exercise in correct manners, one brings all the parts and faculties of his body into perfect order and into such harmony with itself and its environment as to express the mastery of spirit over the flesh. 5. Honesty 誠 As a principle, the Samurai did not lie and there are many tales of those who did being put to death for it. The Samurai also didn't see the need for written contracts as that would be doubting the truthfulness of their word. Bushi no ichi-gon...was a sufficient guarantee of the truthfulness of an assertion. His word carried such weight with it that promises were generally made and fulfilled without a written pledge, which would have been deemed quite beneath his dignity. 6. Honour 名誉 There is hardly a more profound concept in Bushido than honour. The Samurai lived and died by their honour, with haragiri (seppuku) being the final way of preserving lost honour. Fortunately, killing yourself by cutting your gut open is not allowed in most modernised countries (and definitely not in modern-day Japan). Still, though, there is a great deal that can be learned from Samurai honour. He was born and bred to value the duties and privileges of his profession. Fear of disgrace hung like a sword over the head of every samurai To take offence at slight provocation was ridiculed as short-tempered. As the popular adage put it: True patience means bearing the unbearable. 7. Loyalty 忠義 本部 道場 忠義 During Samurai times loyalty was thought of as being more valuable than life itself. Loyalty today is fairly nonexistent, but the remainders of Samurai-era loyalty can still be seen in Japanese companies where employees often stay for their entire lives. Life itself was thought cheap if honour and fame could be attained therewith: hence, whenever a cause presented itself which was considered dearer than life, with utmost serenity and celerity was life laid down. Of the causes in comparison with which no life was too dear to sacrifice, was the duty of Loyalty. Associated virtues. 1. Filial piety ( 孝, kō). 2. Wisdom ( 智, chi). 3. Care for the aged ( 悌, tei). Excerpts taken from the British Wadokai Wado Comprehensive and A to Z of Martial-Arts, written and compiled by Gary E Swift Kyoshi.

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16 Page 16 British Wadokai Club List British Wadokai Club List. Burgess Hill, Sussex Zanshin Wadoryu Karate Club. Oakmeeds Community College, Station Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex. RH15 9EA. Friday pm. All grades pm. 6th Kyu & Above. Instructors: Mark Brown 1st Dan, Oren Teichmann 1st Dan, Robbie Baldock 2nd Dan. Contact: Zanshin Administration. ; Tel; Website: Cirencester, Gloucestershire Grey Wolf Karate Club. Down Ampney Village Hall, Down Ampney Road, Down Ampney, Cirencester, Gloucestershire. GL7 5QR. Wednesday pm Beginners of all ages and family groups pm Adult Training (16 years old and over) Instructor: Mick Adams 5th Dan. Contact: Tel; ; Website: Combe Florey, Somerset Combe Florey Village Hall, Redlands, Treble's Holford, Combe Florey, Somerset. TA4 3HA. Monday pm Instructor: Mark Overthrow 5th Dan. Contact: Tel; ; Website: Cranleigh, Surrey Cranleigh School Karate. Cranleigh School, Horseshoe Lane, Cranleigh, Surrey. GU6 8QQ. Monday (term time only) 7-8pm. Juniors (minimum age 7). Instructor: James Taylor 4th Dan. Contact: Website: Cranleigh, Surrey Hakutsuru Dojo (Est. 1976). Cranleigh Youth Centre, Snoxhall Fields, Knowle Lane, Cranleigh, Surrey, GU6 8JW. Friday 7-9pm. Instructor: Ian Hunter 7th Dan. Contact: ; Tel; Website: Crowcombe, Somerset Mizuchi Wado Karate Club. Crowcombe Karate Club. Crowcombe Village Hall, Crowcombe, Somerset. TA4 4AQ. Wednesday pm. Please check website for non-training Wednesdays. 4 per session, discount for additional family members. Age 8 upwards. Instructor: Darran Queenan 2nd Dan Contact: Tel; ; mizuchiwadokai@gmail.com Website; Elburton, Devon Elburton Karate Club. Elburton Primary School, Haye Road South, Elburton, Devon. PL9 8HJ. Wednesday (term time only) pm. Ages: 5 to 9 years pm. Ages: 9 years & over. Instructor: Gary E Swift (8th Dan) Kyoshi. Assistant Instructors: Elliot Millington 1st Dan and Guy Sparham 1st Dan. Contact: Tel; ; britishwadokai@yahoo.co.uk Website: Gunnislake, Cornwall Gunnislake Karate Club. Gunnislake Primary School, Chapel Street, Gunnislake, Cornwall. PL18 9NA. Monday (term time only) pm. Ages: 7 years & over. Instructor: Gary E Swift (8th Dan) Kyoshi. Assistant Instructor: Jodie Robathan 2nd Dan. Contact: Tel; ; britishwadokai@yahoo.co.uk Website: Horsham, Sussex Horsham Wado Karate Club. Kingslea Primary School, Kings Road, Horsham, West Sussex. RH13 5PS. Wednesday 7-9pm. Instructor: Gordon Hoare 6th Dan. Contact: Tel; ; horsham.dkw.karate@talktalk.net Website: Newcastle, Tyne & Wear East West Wado Karate. St Aidans Community Centre, Brunton Park, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne. Beginners Course Every Tuesday: pm. Instructor: Michael Ilderton 5th Dan. Contact: Tel; Home Mobile ; mike@park-drive.co.uk Plymouth, Devon Pomphlett & Plymstock Karate Club. British Wado Kai Honbu (HQ) Dojo. Pomphlett Methodist Centre, Pomphlett Gardens, Plymstock, Plymouth, Devon. PL9 7BL. Tuesday pm. All ages 10 years & above. Instructor: GE Swift (8th Dan) Kyoshi. Assistant Instructor: Richard House 3rd Dan. Contact: Tel: ; britishwadokai@yahoo.co.uk Website: Taunton, Somerset Combe Florey Village Hall, Redlands, Treble's Holford, Combe Florey, Somerset. TA4 3HA. Monday pm Instructor: Mark Overthrow 5th Dan. Contact: Tel; ; somersetkarate@btinternet.com Website: Taunton (Creech St Michael), Somerset Somerset Karate Centre. Creech St Michael Village Hall, Ryesland Way, Creech St Michael, Taunton, Somerset. TA3 5QQ. Friday. Juniors 6yrs to 15yrs Friday evenings 6.30pm until 7.30pm. Seniors 16yrs and above Friday evenings 7.30pm until 8.45pm Training fees: Juniors & Seniors 4.00 per person per session. Instructor: Mark Overthrow 5th Dan. ; somersetkarate@btinternet.com Telephone; Website: Yealmpton, Devon Yealmpton Karate Club. The Yealmpton Community & Resource Centre (Yealmpton Primary School Gymnasium), Stray Park, Yealmpton, Devon. PL8 2HF. Friday (term time only) pm. Instructor: Gary E Swift (8th Dan) Kyoshi. Assistant Instructor: Guy Sparham 1st Dan. Contact: Tel: britishwadokai@yahoo.co.uk Website: Some of the articles and photographs used, within this publication, may have come from various sources within the Internet. British Wadokai fully appreciates and acknowledges the rights of the original owners, and in most cases the sources have been identified and mentioned where possible.