USA GOJU KARATEDO
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Upcoming events
We have two events coming up one right after the other to jump start the new year! The annual Koreshan Park workout (USAGF & USAGKA) and our first USAGKA seminar for 2008. Please try to attend both events!Here's some historical pictures for your enjoyment
Now, have you figured out who's who above?
Let's start with the top picture. Look closely at the very left side. That's Sensei Smyth. Fighting is Mike Levell (Orlando) and Frank Cimino (Palm Bay). To the right is Master Liquori. Circa 1986.
The next picture is of Sensei Larry Mabson who besides being an outstanding martial artist, few people know he flips a mean hot dog! Circa 1986.
Standing in front of the flag is Sensei Smyth's Sensei! This is Sensei Ken Batts as a Shodan. Circa 1972.
* Pictures were compliments of Sensei Tom Smyth should not be copied without his permission *
December 2007 Seminar
During
the seminar we focused on Ju Jiyu Kumite training. We worked
on blocking and diverting an incoming attack. We learned to utilize
sheiko dachi. The event was held outside and turned out great.
It was a beautiful day as you can see below.
Our mission for the USA Goju Karate Do Association (USAGKA) is to provide quality training for anyone who is willing to work hard. USAGKA is committed to three important rules of the karate dojo as expressed by Grand Master Peter Urban. These rules are: 1. Everyone Works 2. Nothing is free 3. All start at the bottom.
For those who may not be familiar with our style, the term "Goju" in Japanese literally means Hard and Soft. Therefore our style includes both hard and soft techniques. For example, strikes and blocks include the closed fist and the open hand methods. However, Goju represents more than physical aspects such as the concept of opposites. If this has stimulated your curiosity then you should contact your local Goju karate dojo. Check out the links page for more information.
If you are in our area then feel welcome to visit one of our
dojo's. We have schools in Palm Bay, Riverview and Gibsonton, Florida.
If not, there may be similar schools in your area. Look for styles
such as: USA Goju, Okinawan Goju-ryu, or Japanese Goju-ryu.
Try one of the search engines on the web for more information.
Promotion Announcement
Mashell has been promoted to full Shodan. Congratulations Mashell, keep up the hard work! Note that Mashell is the primary kids class instructor at the Palm Bay Dojo. Her classes are taught to ages 7-11. They are Monday and Wednesday nights from 5:30 to 6:25.2008 Schedule
- Feb 2 - Koreshan Park Workout
- Feb 9 - USAGKA Seminar - Palm Bay Dojo
- March 29 - Gainesville Challenge Open Karate Tournament. More information.
- May 24 (?) - USAGF Tampa Shiai
- April 26 - Palm Bay Dojo Invitational Tournament
- June 14 (?)- USAGKA Seminar - Gardenville Dojo
- June 28 (?) - Kicks With Kids Seminar
- July 26 - USAGF Ft. Myers Tournament
- Aug 9 (?) - Bamboo Dojo Tournament
- Sep 27 (?)- Sunshine Dojo Invitational Tournament (Gardenville)
- Oct 18 (?) - USAGKA Seminar - Palm Bay Dojo
- Nov 8 - Bushido Tournament - Ft. Lauderdale
- Dec 6 - USAGKA Seminar - Gardenville Dojo
Palm Bay kids class
The Palm Bay dojo has classes
every Monday and Wednesday from 5:30
to 6:25. This class is for kids ages 7-11.
Little Lions - little kids classes
The
Tampa area dojos have classes for kids ages 3 to 6.
It's a pre-karate class designed just for them. See the dojo locations page
for more information.
