Tag: Training

Road to black belt: Part 5 – Mental prep

Road to black belt: Part 5 – Mental prep

Hi I’m Tanya. This is my journey to becoming a first Dan. These are my final thoughts before the big day!

Shotokan Connect Performance Course, 21 May 2023

Shotokan Connect Performance Course, 21 May 2023

On Sunday 21 May, about 30 Senshi Karate students joined students from other clubs for a Shotokan Connect Performance course. This was run in Shooters Hill near our normal venues and was expertly taught by Senseis Robin Dale and Jamie Sims again. This was a perfect opportunity for students to get in extra practice before … Continue reading Shotokan Connect Performance Course, 21 May 2023 →

Road to black belt: Part 4 – Doubts & nerves

Road to black belt: Part 4 – Doubts & nerves

Hi I’m Tanya. This is my journey to becoming a first Dan. I wondered what topic to cover this month but then it has revealed itself… my old friends, doubt and nerves.

Road to black belt: Part 3 – Control

Road to black belt: Part 3 – Control

Hi I’m Tanya. This is my journey to becoming a first Dan. Since starting this blog I’ve been soul-searching to answer the question: “What separates a 1st kyu from 1st Dan?”

All Grades Training, 11 March 2023

All Grades Training, 11 March 2023

Several students from Senshi Karate travelled to the Shotokan Connect All Grades Training Course