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2019 Kanazawa International Cup

SKIF Ireland would like to invite you to this year’s Kanazawa Cup, which will be held in the Tallaght Leisure Centre, Fortunestown Way, Tallaght, Dublin 24 on Saturday 26th October 2019.

Registration: 09:00

Judges/Coaches/Referee Meeting: 09:30

Start Time: 10:00

Cost: €20 per individual (price includes both Kata & Kumite).

Team Cost: €15 per team.

Below is the category list for the Kata and Kumite events, all events are subject to numbers on the day.

Please complete the attached form with your entries and return by Friday 18th October. Entry cards will be ready for collection on the morning of the Championships.

Payments can be made on the day. If clubs/competitors wish to pre-pay by bank transfer please contact Tournament Organiser Jacqui O Shea (details below)

Basic Synopsis of Rules

The Championships will be run using traditional Shobu Ippon rules. Kumite Rules: Shobu Han Ippon (3 points), 1.5 minutes (Juniors) and 2 minutes (Seniors).
Traditional, clean, white karate dogi only.
Kumite: Women may wear a chest guard. Men must wear a groin guard. Gum shields and mitts must be worn. No other protection or padding will be allowed.
Kata: Elimination kata until the best four. Then, final four may choose their Toki Kata (favourite) and it will be judged by points. Bassai dai & Jion elimination Kata for Veterans and Heian Kata for Juniors. Bassai Dai, Jion, Enpi and Kanku Dai elimination kata for black belts, however if competing against a brown belt a Heian Kata can also be called.
Any category with insufficient entries may be merged with another.
All clubs or groups are encouraged to bring either a table official or referee with experience in Shobu Ippon rules.
There will be refreshments available all day in the hall for officials and a restaurant on campus for competitors/spectators to purchase refreshments.
Senior Dan grades will be required to assist in refereeing and judging on the day.
Navy blazer, grey trousers, white shirt and tie required for all Judges.

Further Information

For further information please contact Tournament Organiser Jacqui O Shea (Email: [email protected] & Tel: 086-3634985

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Karate-Do Education for Kids

In our very first karate class, we embark on a journey to nurture your child's development by instilling a range of essential life skills:

Building Self-Confidence:
Karate empowers children to believe in themselves, boosting their confidence and self-esteem as they master new techniques and overcome challenges.

Respect and Discipline:
Through karate, children cultivate respect for themselves and others, while also developing discipline, a quality that serves them well in all aspects of life.

Improving Etiquette:
Our karate program places a strong emphasis on etiquette and good manners, teaching children the importance of courteous behavior.

Character Development:
Karate is a vehicle for character development, fostering qualities such as perseverance, integrity, and resilience.

Resisting Peer Pressure:
Children learn the value of making wise choices and resisting negative peer pressure, gaining the confidence to say "no" when necessary.

Learning Self-Defense:
Karate equips children with valuable self-defense skills, enhancing their personal safety and security.

Focus and Attention:
The practice of karate sharpens a child's ability to concentrate and pay attention, benefiting their academic and personal pursuits.

Health and Fitness:
Karate promotes overall health and fitness, encouraging an active lifestyle that contributes to physical well-being.

Hand-Eye Coordination:
Karate training enhances hand-eye coordination, an essential skill for various activities inside and outside the dojo.

Flexibility and Balance:
Through stretching and balance exercises, children improve their flexibility and balance, leading to better overall physical coordination.

Stress Reduction:
Karate provides a healthy outlet for stress reduction and emotional control, helping children manage life's challenges.

Improving Motivation:
Karate instills a sense of motivation and a positive "I can" attitude, encouraging children to set and achieve their goals.

In addition to these fundamental skills, our karate program offers numerous other benefits that contribute to your child's personal growth and well-rounded development.