University trip to Japan

James Ogle at Gloucester club is organising their next trip to Japan.  Any university students from our club are eligible.  I cannot post the email, don't know why, so will print out and bring to practice.

Frank

France trip

Kendoka

Shaun has asked me to find out how many are up for the trip to France.  It will be scheduled for just before the end of March and will be for 5-7 days, taking in practices at maybe 4-5 dojos (plus a bit of sightseeing).  Shaun thinks the cost of flights, accomodation and vehicle hire to be under £250 each with members arranging their own way to the plane at this end (Cardiff, Bristol or Birmingham???) .  Please let Shaun know if you are interested in going.

Frank

Frank's 60th get together at Red Fox, Penllyn

Guys

Having a little get together of some friends at Red Fox in Penllyn, just off A48 at Pentre Myreck?  Pint , cheese spread and fresh rolls on me at about 1600hrs Sat 31st.  If any of you are in vicinity on Sat please call in.

No pressies and definately no buying birthday boy a return drink.  I intend to get drunk in my own time and at my own expense.  Picture is of all the ships I served on as a young midshipman.

Frank

MAGGIE'S CENTRES & MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT

Kendoka

This is just a reminder about the cancer charity event that Akai Ryuu is hosting 7-8 March at the Heath.  To enter you need to register on the www.kendocharity.org.uk.  This is a very prestigious event and we would like as many members, whatever the grade, to enter this charity competition.  I need to speak with Shaun and Mark ref organisation and management of the event, we will probably need volunteers to assist Kazuyo and Phil.  I will put another post up in Feb when I have more details and lists of volunteers etc.  Entry fees are £10 adults and £5 juniors, concessions and unemployed.  The fees are donated equally to both charity organisations

Frank

Hiroshi Ozowa Kendo seminar 2009 -28-29 March

Kendoka

Seminar is either £40 or  £50, two prices on email.  Will send info to Shaun and Mark, cannot copy it to blog for some reason.  Runs from 1000hrs Sat to 1600hrs Sunday.  Fee does not include accom.  8 7th Dan's and one 5th Dan attending so should be something special.  If you want details, send me your email and I will reply with application and resume.

Frank

Beginners class 2009

Kendoka
The first beginners class of 2009 will be this Tues 6 Jan, at Bishop of Llandaff high school, back of school in Gym. £60 fee includes new shinai, 4 months membership and insurance with BKA and 6 weeks tuition by BKA coach.

Frank