[nivoslider id="6027"] [nivoslider id="6052"] < p> Fall Camp 2012- Stony Plain, AB Like many of us, I am subject to not wanting to leave my comfort zone and go to train with people I don't know , in a place I haven't been to; maybe more than some, maybe less than others. However, the benefits of expanding my own personal scope of karate training are so huge, through attending opportunities like this one, that, in consideration of this, any thought of risk in pursuing the unknown become....just not that big. This camp far exceeded my expectations of personal growth. Shihan Corrigal and each of the Sensei’s and Sempai’s were so committed to the development of each and every student that came to train that this immediately became very encouraging and motivating. There is no substitute to training with, and spending time with, people of such a high skill level to cause me to look inside and find the drive to surge forward with my own training. Some specifics that I got a huge boost out of during the camp: we did some tameshiwari training during one session, and challenging myself to do some breaks I had not done before was absolutely huge in elevating my sense of self-confidence about thirty notches! Just want to do more next time, and then more and more. I got a fantastic amount of practical advancement from the kata training we did, both refining kata from my own level as well as learning a new kata I had not done previously. On a social level, everyone at the camp was so great, I met so many amazingly warm and friendly people; I felt very welcome and truly a part of this group and I really look forward to seeing everyone again at future camps. One of the best things about going to this camp is knowing that the things I learned, both in my techniques and a motivational sense, will remain with me because of the relationships with people that I can pair them with; the experiences that I had through this camp that resulted in the desire to drive towards the next goal in my training have so much to do with the sense of belonging to a larger Kyokushin family. I need to mention the richly rewarding experience of travelling back to Prince George with Shihan Don Corrigal as well; for me, listening to and conversing with Shihan brought life to the foundations of Kyokushin and I am very appreciative of this. Osu! Steve Weinard Fall Camp 2012- Stony Plain, AB As a participant and a coordinator of the this years fall camp, I would have to say it was a tremendous success. Sempai Steve and the Stony Plain crew worked hard to create a memorable experience for all the participants. I would like to share a few of my thoughts about the camp. The instruction was top notch, Shihan Don had us all captivated with his experience, skill and passion. This years camp was dedicated to the late Shihan Bobby Lowe. Unfortunately I never had the pleasure to meet or train with him, but from all the story's I've heard, Shihan Don encompasses that same passion for Kyokushin. Shihan's instruction on the basics was always the highlight for me, it seems no matter how long you train, refining those basics will only enhance your training and build a solid foundation. Sensei Brad from Calgary also joined us on Saturday to instruct and help us remember our basics (hands up, mouth open), Sensei Brad is defiantly one of the best instructors in Alberta, and we were lucky to have him attend with his busy schedule. Thank you to Shihan and the Sensei's and Sempai's for your instruction and guidance. The Kyokushin family has grown throughout this weekend! Participants from Edmonton, Calgary, Banff, Prince George, Cranbrook and Stony Plain were all in attendance. I met some new people this weekend and look forward to seeing them again, everyone mingled and meshed together very well. Even the teenagers formed their little “texting” group and had alot of fun together. Saturday night was our Tameshiwari training and our traditional bon fire with music provided by Sempai Steve. I really think these camps are important for socializing with like minded people and to spread your wings outside your own dojo. The Facility is awesome! Food was plentiful and tasty, a special thank you to Marlene our chef for the weekend. The camp is held at a school that used to house students full time, the facility is set up with a large dinning hall and a huge gym for our training, semi private rooms and full bathrooms make the weekend experience a little more comfortable. Maybe a few less flies in the gym next year..haha! Thanks again to all the instructors, fellow students and the SPKK members for making the camp possible. Jim Lindsay
Fall Camp 2012- Stony Plain, AB
I felt privileged to be able to attend the Fall Camp this Year with two of my students. This was their first Kyokushin training experience outside of our dojo, so naturally they were apprehensive. However, it didn’t take long to settle in because all of the people were very welcoming and the training & instruction was amazing! This camp was very well organized and the food was exceptional. Well done to Sempai Steve and the other organizers! We arrived Friday night…unfortunately a little late as we didn’t account for the time change! I’ll be sure to take that into consideration in the future. As soon as we got to the camp we rushed in, got our Gi’s on and started training, which was nice after sitting in a vehicle for 8 hours. During that training session, I was fortunate enough to be re-united with a student I used to train with in Dawson Creek about 8 or 9 years ago. Shihan Don and the other Sensei’s provided expert teaching. Shihan took the time to explain concepts in great detail, such as circle point and the physics involved in Tameshiwari. But sometimes it was the most basic of techniques or stances that really caught my attention. The social time was great too… Especially Saturday night! Sempai Steve broke out the guitar and sang for everyone. His student Chris is an Illusionist, who put on a very exciting and professional show! It was really nice to sit around and talk with people hearing their story. Prior to the Fall Camp Shihan Don contacted me and suggested that he travel up to the Prince George and Dawson Creek dojo’s being that he was in the area anyway. This was such a great opportunity for all of us. I can’t say how valuable and enjoyable it was for me to host Shihan. I look forward to many more training seminars and Kyokushin events where I might have similar experiences. OSU! Jarvis Thompson Fall Camp 2012- Stony Plain, AB 'People who train in Kyokushin are like one big, happy, dysfunctional family.' That was certainly proven true at Stony Plain dojo's 2012 fall camp that took place over September 21st to September 23rd, 2012. Nicole Kapteyn Fall Camp 2012- Stony Plain, AB Orange, yellow, green and brown, are the colours of fall. I am an orange belt and had the privilege to attend my first Kyokushin Fall Camp. The lodgings were comfortable. There was plenty of nature to admire outside the building that enhanced the fall theme of the camp. The showers had hot water. The food was delicious and filling. The courtyard hosted a fire on Saturday after training. Wood supplied by the tamasawari instruction. Music, magic and conversation entertained. Overall I enjoyed my time at the camp. I met many people from western Canada who enjoy training hard. I got to know people from my own dojo a little more. It inspired my own personal training, gave me a glimpse of some techniques to look forward to learning, and I got a t-shirt. I would like to thank everyone who came out, the coordinators, and the instructors. I will be back next year. OSU! Joe Salmonson SPKK |
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