Wednesday, August 1, 2012

August 2012 Newsletter


SUMMER HOURS FOR ADULT CLASSES

MONDAY                7:30 TO 8:30                     ADULT MIXED CLASS

TUESDAY               6:30 TO 8:00                    ADULT MIXED CLASS

THURSDAY            6:30 TO 8:00                    ADULT MIXED CLASS

This will be this will be the last month of summer hours ending August 31st. It has been another hot one! Although class participation has been down there have been some troopers take on the heat. Remember to continue to stay hydrated. Make sure you dring several glasses of water prior to coming to class and don't hesitate to bring a water bottle.

WOMEN'S SELF DEFENSE IN STERLING

On Thursday, July 12th Mr. Williams conducted a Self Defense Clinic in Sterling, Kansas at Calvary Baptist Church for a ladies youth group. The clinic was a success and the ladies had alot of fun while learning a few tools to help them to defend themselves.

TOURNAMENTS

KANSAS STATE SUNFLOWER GAMES
July 14th RESULTS:

Alex Johnson 5-Under Novice
1st Kata
1st Sparring

Dakota Douglas 8-9 Novice
2nd Kata
1st Sparring

Shayla Johnson 8-9 Intermediate
1st Kata
2nd Sparring

Becca Zimmerman 14-15 Intermediate
1st Sparring

Christine Warring Black Belt
2nd 18-Over Sparring
2nd 35-Over Sparring

WHEAT STATE CLASSIC
Saturday August 18, 2012
Derby Sixth Grade Center
715 East Madison Drive
Derby, Kansas
CONTACT: Tom Hinkle 316-393-6192 thinkle2@cox.net

UNITED STATES MARTIAL ARTS HALL OF FAME

The United States Martial Arts Hall Of Fame honors the men and women whom they have recognized for their efforts to advance the traditions and teachings of the martial arts, and for those who have dedicated their lives to instill discipline, confidence and a passion for the arts into the lives of their students around the globe. On July 21st Mr. Williams was Inducted along with friend, student and colleague, Sandra Price-Byrd as only two martial artists from the state of Kansas.




LIFETIME ACHEIVEMENT AWARD

Mr. Williams attended a recognition dinner as a presenter, held by Ricky and Sandra Price-Byrd. During the dinner Mr. Williams reognized Sandra as one of a very few female martial artists that was inducted into the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame. During the program he was surprized with an award for a Lifetime Acheivement of his years of training, competing and teaching the martial arts.

Bushidokan's Steve Stillwell and Mr. Williams

BACK TO SCHOOL WITH THE KARATE KID

Saturday, August 25 at 1:00 we will have a special class for the youth and their friends. We will have a short class followed by the Karate Kid movie. Drop the kids off or stay if you like and pick them up between 3:30 and 4:00.



If you or your employer would like to make a donation to the school to help purchase equipment or help a disadvantaged youth take martial arts lessons please fill out this form or pick one up at the school.