MARTIAL RTS
Kyokushinkai Karate
A junior tournament has been arranged for Saturday May 19 in Mid Argyll Sports Centre, Lochgilphead.
This is open to all clubs and entry forms are available from Iain Rodger.
Preparation work is under way for the Irish Open in Dublin with only one fighter, Jodie Robertson from Lochgilphead, likely to come from the Scottish clubs.
No beginners are being taken on until the end of June to allow those already training to concentrate on their syllabus work for the next grading in June.
If you would like more information about Kyokushinkai Karate classes, contact Iain Rodger on 07584 166542 or iain@ikku.co.uk
Kickboxing
Robbie Bratton took third place in the 14/15 year old section at the Kyokushin Cup tournament in Glasgow.
Training continues as normal with juniors at 4.30pm on Wednesdays and Fridays and 11am on Sundays. Seniors are at 6pm on Wednesdays and Fridays. Women only sessions are at 1pm on Sundays and Kick-Fit Mondays are at 6pm. Beginners are always welcome. The first session is free and there are discounts for multiple sessions.
Find us on Facebook (Senshi Do Kickboxing) or contact Wullie Rodger on shihanwill@gmail.com or 07588 513618.
Shukokai Karate
Argyll Martial Arts are holding their grading test on Saturday 28th April at Dalmally Community Centre, we wish all those talking part the best of luck. The afternoon following the test will be taken up by a junior tournament for club members.
Anyone looking for more details should contact Kenny Gray on: kenni.gray@btinternet.com or 07884 183905.
BJJ
On Saturday April 14, Oban BJJ hosted a workshop with current European IBJFF champion John Nicolson, head of the Dunit Sports Hub.
John is a multiple time champion at BJJ and MMA, as well as a qualified wrestling instructor, so his presence at the academy is of high value to all students wanting to improve their game.
The first half of seminar was nogi, covering back attacks and finishing chokes. This was filled with small details that make all the difference in a sport where closing or opening an extra few millimetres of space can be the difference between a choke or an escape.
The second half focused on taking opponents to the ground, confirming your position on top then finishing. Again there was attention to details, making things that much stronger and sharper. Everyone really enjoyed the day and John was impressed with the attitude from the students who showed a thirst to learn and improve.
Coach Coogie Potter said: ‘We are delighted to say John will now be a regular in Oban helping with seminars. Between Marcos and John coming bi monthly, the team should continue to improve and grow. If anyone wants to learn BJJ don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
Classes are every week day at 7.30pm. For more info contact Coogie Potter on coogiepots@gmail.com