http://www.seku-karate.co.uk en-gb seku-karate.co.uk 2012-4-16T00:00:00Z seku-karate.co.uk http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#116573 Marvellous Annual Championships at The Mountbatten Centre Saturday Thanks to all those who made it and gave SEKU top support. There were some top demonstrations from members of Newport Fitness Factory Albert Hart amp Corey Swinfield Lovedeans Elliott Smith amp Sam Weaver and Joe Crowe amp Rob Maynard of the Honbu Dojo Portsmouth. Also some great exhibitions of Kumite and Kata from Competitors.Sensei Mick Dewey 8th Dan KUMITE Team Kumite 1st Lovedean KC 2nd Newport Fitness Factory Jnt 3rd Saltash KC Portchester KC Mens Black Belt Individual Kumite 1st Mike Grimwood Saltash KC 2nd Rob Maynard Portsmouth KC Jnt 3rd Malcolm Jupp Newport Fitness Factory Graham Rowley Portsmouth KC Womens Individual Black Belt Kumite 1st Michaela Lamport Saltash KC 2nd Claire Johns Kokoro KC Jnt 3rd Julie Brightman Crofton KC Zerina Shafi Crofton KC Mens 7th 1st Kyu Ind... 2012-4-16 20:17:43 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#115934 On Saturday 31st and Sunday 1st April 2012 SEKU members gathered at Bridport Leisure Centre for Sensei Mick Deweys annual spring Gasshuku which is now in its third year and is held in aid of the Damon Health Angel Fund. Karateka from all over the south of England came together to enjoy a fantastic two days worth of traditional shotokan karate. Many of those attending also stayed together in caravans at nearby Freshwaterbeach Holiday Park in true Gasshuku style. The Japanese word gasshuku means together under one roof and suggests a gathering devoted to intensive practice and enjoyment of community. With many members staying together for the whole weekend this was certainly achieved. Saturdays training began with Sensei Dewey focusing on traditional basics followed by a detailed revision and bunkai session for kata Nijushiho. Bunkai techniques were demonstrated with the help of some senior students in the class. In his usual style Sensei Dewey delivered the classes ensuring they w... 2012-4-5 15:28:56 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#110453 Here we are at the end of yet another year and SEKU continues to grow not necessarily in membership numbers but most certainly in stability character depth and integrity. Top international competitors are moving on to new challenges having represented SEKU and gained titles throughout the country and Europe during the past few years. Matt Powell is doing a marvellous job at the Petersfield Karate club and surrounding villages. Dave Galloway and Matt Smith have recently opened the Southdowns Karate Club that is currently operating in the church Hall in Purbrook Hants. Jason Hollister has taken over the reins from Brenda Gilbert at the Lykerrys now renamed Dobwalls Karate Club in Cornwall. These senior members have moved aside and this will enable the younger competitors to come through. But dont forget the ladies earlier this year Julie Brightman from Sensei Alan Lewiss Crofton Karate Club became both Ladies Individual Veteran Kumite and Kata World Champion in the WJ... 2012-1-1 20:34:21 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#107637 Congratulations to all the competitors from around the country and across the waters as it was yet another excellent Portsmouth Open Invitation Karate tournament. With over 300 individual entrants and many more spectators to support them the competition showcased some top class talent in a range of categories. Normal.dotm 0 0 1 389 2222 South Downs College 18 4 2728 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Style Definitions table.MsoNormalTable msostylenameTable Normal msotstylerowbandsize0 msotstylecolbandsize0 msostylenoshowyes msostyleparent msopaddingalt0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt msoparamargin0cm msoparamarginbottom.0001pt msopaginationwidoworphan fontsize12.0pt fontfamilyTimes New Roman msoasciifontfamilyCambria msoasciithemefontminorlatin msofareastfontfamilyTimes New Roman msofareastthemefontm... 2011-11-27 14:16:53 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#106860 Held on Sunday 30th October 2011 at Bridport Leisure Centre roughly half way between Plymouth and Portsmouth this course proved to be very popular and attracted 40 SEKU members. The course was led by Sensei Dewey 8th Dan and was planned such that the range of Karate Ka from those new to Refereeing and Judging to those very experienced would all benefit and gain useful knowledge for their individual improvement. The venue and times were also designated for squad training but the Squad Manager Terry Oliver 5th Dan and Coaches Stacy Crowe 5th Dan and Steve Hollister 5th Dan decided that it was in the best of interests for the squad members to also complete the course. As Terry said With a better understanding of the rules and how the Referees and Judges looked at the match performance. They competitors would in turn be better able to understand good scoreable techniques and those which although feeling good to the competitor were most unlikely to ever scor... 2011-11-14 23:41:17 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#104514 This award was made at the SEKU Instructor Class on Sunday 11th September 2011. The class itself is the premier level of instruction within SEKU and its Instructors gather three or four times a year to be led through the higher aspects of Shotokan Karate by Sensei Dewey. As the premier training event in the SEKU calendar and coinciding with the AGM this date was chosen for the special award to be made. On completion of a very technical lesson on the standardisation of Jion and as Sensei Dewey was calling for the line up to be made Sensei ODonnell interrupted the formalities by stepping forward with the SEKU Technical panel to make a speech concerning Sensei Dewey the highlight of which was the announcement that the Technical panel had awarded Sensei Dewey Hachi Dan. Not surprisingly this announcement was received with great applause by the very high turn out of instructors attending the class. Sensei Dewey in replying said that he was ... 2011-10-12 19:53:05 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#104286 Black and Brown Belt Course Sunday 2nd October 2011 Coming at the end of an untypically very hot week for this time of the year the Dojo at Portchester Community School was full of students as Yoi was called for the start of the course. At the recent SEKU Instructors Class Sensei Dewey had been awarded Hachi Dan. It was clear that the full class wanted to show their respect and high regard for Sensei Dewey and when their applause was finally calmed down Sensei Dewey made the point that there is nothing magical about any of the grades. They simply represent the stages in development gained by persistent hard work and very importantly keeping an open mind to all facets of Karate. Sensei Dewey told the packed class that he felt very humbled with the response to his award and encouraged eveyone to just keep working and not to be down hearted when their Karate practice suffered problems. The SEKU Technical panel are currently going through the process o... 2011-10-9 22:43:42 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#100956 Another very good effort from the traveling SEKU Team well done to all those involved particularly Team Manager Terry Oliver and Team Coach Steve Hollister who was behind each and every competitor. Also well done International Referees Alan Lewis and Chris Carr as well as Terry in doing a Stirling job in helping to run the fighting areas. Having had the worry of managing these trips myself over many years I know what a headache it can be. Being able to trust the Manager and Coaches as well as competitors Its great to simply to be able to sit back and enjoy the successes during these trips without worry. You all make me feel very proud indeed. Mick Dewey Chief Instructor of SEKU On Thursday 11th August an England team made up from SEKU and Seishinkai squads left Dover to compete in the WJKA world championships in Belgium. There always seem to be some kind of drama when we travel and this occasion proved to be no different. I... 2011-8-22 14:01:09 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#95142 A big thank you to all the following people for supporting Emmas Body Jam session at the ROKO to raise money for Damons Health Angel FundMatt Smith Matt Powell Dave Galloway Rob Wheldrake Julie Brightman Joe Crowe Rob Maynard Rachel Jackson Chris McMullen Danny Walton Alan Lewis Steve The Axe Axleson Heidi Lynch Celia Staples Calvin Hunt Darren Jumnoodoo Rob Cooper Andrew Malmouth Also Bev Poole Body Jam Instructor and Andy Hillman ROKO Centre Manager. To anyone I have failed to mention my sincere apologies. The day raised an amazing 1631500 couple this with roughly the same amount raised at the Bridport Karate Training Camp in April the fund has done extremely well this year. Portchester Karate Club has also made donations this year and Damons family are truly grateful for everyones tremendous support. This money will give Damon great comfort in enabling the family to purchase specialist training equipment comfort cushions etc. It will also help in his transpo... 2011-5-31 08:04:26 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#92980 SEKU clubs from across the country travelled to the Portsmouth Mountbatten Centre for the 2011 Shotokan of England Karate Union Championships. This years results seemed to show the expanding competitive drive and well roundedness of SEKU karateka with a wide range of competitors collecting trophies in both kata and kumite disciplines.As usual the day started with junior events and team kata. Crofton stole the title for the junior team kata and Portsmouth took the gold for the Adult team kata with Rob Maynard Joe Crowe and Rachael Jackson performing Jitte these three karateka started the day well and each made it to the finals in individual kata and kumite later that day. In the peewee individual kata Cory Swinfield of Fitness Factory IOW displayed great zanchin throughout his final kata to edge him ahead to take gold. However it is import to mention that Keetan Daish from Newport IOW club gave Cory a good run for his money and although Keetan has only been training for... 2011-4-30 21:34:25 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#92186 2011-4-21 07:16:26 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#90924 The first SEKU black and brown belt course of the year was held at Newport karate club in the Isle of Wight on Sunday 6th February 2011. As always this was a well attended and high level training class and for five particular individuals this was the venue for their Dan grading exam.The first session was split with Sensei ODonnell teaching kanku dai to the brown belts and Sensei Dewey teaching the Shodan level kata kanku sho to the Dan grades. Kanku sho and Kanku dai when translated are to look at the Sky minor amp major respectively . Kanku sho is said to be created more recently than several of the other shotokan katas by Master Itosu. K. Lyons 2006. The second session of the day was lead by Sensei Smith and was based on improvements in grading based kumite drills.After two intense sessions for the majority the days training was over however there was still the pressing issue of grading for the select few and it is with great pleasure that SEKU offer congratulations to the follow... 2011-4-3 23:14:09 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#90514 The traditional Shotokan Karate that SEKU offers provides individuals with a chance to improve selfconfidence develop fitness empower discipline and create a forum to enhance ones selfdefence. So when Emma Williams 4th Dan of Portsmouth Honbu Dojo provided the opportunity to dress up like a plonker and dance around like an uncoordinated drunk on a Saturday night well of course there is going to be some great uptake. On Saturday 26th March at Portsmouth Roko Gym 20 keen 80s throwbacks took part in a 3 hour Body Jam class in aid of the Damon Health Angel Fund. For those of you that dont know Body Jam is not some kind of kinky breakfast snack but is in fact a fusion of dance based cardio workout which usually last for 55 minutes. So three hours was a good challenge for the group of fit shotokan karateka some of whom traveled to the venue from Billingshurst and even Devon.Emma had spent months of planning contacting SEKU members and fri... 2011-3-26 21:30:49 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#89214 On Saturday 12th March 2011 the SEKU Squad led by Team manager Sensei Terry Oliver Kata Coach Sensei Stacey Crowe and Kumite Coach Sensei Steve Hollister attended the Legends Competition in Bracknell. From the impressive results it is clear to see the strength and depth of the SEKU squad this year with medal placings in 8 different categories. Congratulations to all those involved.Association team kumite 1st. Matt Smith Lee Wilkinson George Oliver Mike Grimwood Sam Weaver Danny Walton 3 man team 3rd Danny Walton Sam Weaver Mike Grimwood.Ladies team 3rd Julies Brightman Rachael Jackson Zarina ShaffriMixed team 3rd Lee WIlkinson Rachael Jackson Matt Smith.Mens Ind. Kata 2nd Jason HollisterCadets 1620 Kumite Rob Maynard 2nd Elliot Carrington jnt 3rd.Cadets 1620 Kata 1st Mike Grimwood. Jnt 3rd George Oliver Sam weaver.Junior ind. kata 3rd Elliot SmithUnder 16years Male Kumite 1st Ben Hobbs 2nd Joe Crowe.Results From Sensei Terry Oliver Squad Manager 2011-3-14 22:27:12 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#87718 The first official training course of the year held at our usual venue of Dorchester Judo club was well attended with quite a few new faces. It was announced at the end of 2010 that the kumite element 12.3014.30 of future training sessions be open for all SEKU members. This will hopefully encourage more students to take the opportunity to train with the squad or ultimately be included when selections for regional and major events take place. Training days are usually divided with kata training conducted by Sensei Crowe from 10.0012.20 and Kumite with Sensei Hollister from 12.3014.30. As it was the first event of the year Sensei Crowe concentrated largely on basic transitional movements and the components of the in between bits of kata. It is felt that focus on such elements will improve the performance of the students kata performance as a whole. Selection for the kata section of the class was held to ensure that those individuals serious about their kata training receive special ... 2011-2-19 18:51:12 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#82003 Video footage from the BBCs visit to Portsmouth Karate Club The Honbu Dojo of SEKU Run by Sensei Dewey and Sensei Crowe. 2010-11-30 19:26:45 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#81588 Click here to see images for this competition taken by Snowden PhotographyTHE 40TH PORTSMOUTH OPEN KARATE TOURNAMENT RESULTS 20TH NOVEMBER 2010 It was an impressive turn out of competitors from clubs around the country for the 40th anniversary of the Portsmouth Open Karate Tournament which was held at the Mountbatten Centre. As always there was an excellent standard and attitude among all competitors. Thanks to all who took part and the volunteer efforts of those that helped to run things behind the scenes.ADULT KUMITE Inter Association Team Kumite 1st SEKU 2nd TKW 3rd SKC England Mens Team Kumite 1st Portsmouth SEKU 2nd Tokon KA Jnt 3rd SKC TKWA Womens Team Kumite 1st SKC 2nd Coulbridge 3rd Portsmouth SEKU Mens Individual Black Belt Kumite 1st Dave Galloway Portsmouth SEKU 2nd Francis Barnham EWSKA Jnt 3rd Salih Soran Michael Sobell Matt Broadhead EWSKA Womens Individ... 2010-11-20 19:38:15 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#77932 The SEKU and SEISHINKAI squads joined forces to present a strong England contingent for this event and have been training together following our last foray into Europe at the WJKA European championships earlier in the year. And so lead by Sensei Mick Dewey and Sensei Malcolm Phipps Terry Oliver Steve Hollister Adam Cockfield and Stacey Crowe the group set out for France at stupid oclock early Friday 8th October to Lons Le Sauniers a small town close to the French Swiss border for this prestigious event. We did encounter some logistics hiccups not more so than the accommodation arrangements for the 45 people who travelled. Our residence for the 3 days was the beautiful setting of a campsite next to a lake. Unfortunately no one had informed the proprietor who has closed the camp in midSeptember. And oh yes it was 30km away from the venue This is the only negative point I shall note in this articleI promise Day one of this event is always very busy with Kohai ... 2010-10-10 18:55:38 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#76773 The evening of the 28th September saw the opening of Chichester Shotokan karate club. Many senior karateka from around the south attended the evening in which Sensei Terry Oliver 5th Dan led two classes focused on all levels of ability and experience of the participants. The club which train at the university of Chichester Bishop Otters campus 7.008.30 pm on Tuesdays promises to be a premier club in the south of England and already has a current European silver medallist as assistant instructor. General training is led by Sensei Terry Oliver who has trained under some of the worlds foremost masters of this art for more 30 years and is currently the team squad manager of the Shotokan of England Karate union to which the club is affiliated. The club practise Shotokan karate which is recognised as one of the most popular and dynamic forms of karatedo in the world and is an excellent way to promote a healthier lifestyle. Practise involves the whole body... 2010-9-28 21:17:59 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#77753 Senseis Steve Hollister amp Hannah Day came over to Newport club for a weekend course Hannah was heavily pregnant so no teaching or training from her. This is the first time that Steve has instructed on the island and also the first time most of the Newport students had met or trained with him. The first session on the Saturday was for the lower kyu grades. Working on hip rotation and Katas Kihon amp HeianShodan. When performing the Katas the emphasis was every time that you change direction and performing GedanBarai downward block you had to turn on the flat of you foot not the ball of the foot. Sensei explained that when you turn on the ball of your foot the heel rotates backwards. Meaning some of the energy from the stance is also going backwards. Sensei said he was going to do something different in the BlackBrown session Kata ANAN. This is one of the most advanced Katas of the Ryueiryu style of Karate with flowing movements and no strong Kime Focus point... 2010-9-26 22:50:08 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#76778 Hi MickMervThank you for the instructors class yesterday it was as usual an extremely constructive and informative day. I do enjoy the forums where I can question technique and timing to gain the fullest understanding formy own development and that of my students. Its a learning environment on the instructors classes within SEKU which encourages our development. I know that I personally question a lot of areas but the answers have given me a more complete understanding which helps me implement this to the best of my ability and I appreciate all the instructors support. Im glad of the extra instructors class this year as all three have been essential to our improvement.I want to also express my gratitude for not allowing our karate to stagnate as it would be easy to rest with our current format and structure but the fact that youre still challenging and promoting change or standardisation shows all of us your students that we are still striving for more as an association which is ve... 2010-9-13 21:53:56 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#76779 Travelling party Sensei Mick DeweyTerry OliverAlan LewisChris CarrSteve HollisterStacey CroweMatt PowellLee WilkinsonShaun Eglinton Jason HollisterGeorge OliverMike GrimwoodSam WeaverRebecca CoxEmily NutbeanRebecca NutbeanElliott SmithBrian SmithAndy amp Julie Nutbean. The Shotokan of England Karate Union squad led by Sensei Mick Dewey and Terry Oliver made an early start on the 1st July to travel to Deventer Netherlands via road and ferry to compete in the WJKA European championships. Much earlier for the south west contingent.Arriving in Deventer the group took a short walk into the beautiful town square for dinner and a general look around what will be our home for the next couple of days. Day 2 The weather generally throughout the trip was excellent with temperatures touching 38 degrees. Another reason to take on plenty of liquid refreshment. The party visited the historic town of Arnhem in the morning. First the famous Pegasus bridge and then the military cemetery at Oosterbee... 2010-7-1 21:57:30 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#76865 Photography by John Snowden all prints available at www.snowdenphotography.co.uk The SEKU National Championships 2010 was once again a celebration of high standard Karate performed with the true spirit of KarateDo.There were many highlights during the day and the evening finals were of the highest order. Like last year the sponsorship has brought a professional feel to the day with excellent trophies awarded to all finalists. Thanks must go to this years sponsors N.J.S Brickwork amp Scaffolding and Viviers UK LTD Fish and Shellfish Merchants.Joe Crowe was the star of the juniors this year winning the over 5 foot kumite and junior kata events. Joe was also awarded the junior fighting spirit trophy. Elliott Smith also took two titles winning the under 5 foot kumite and sanbon kumite. There were many other juniors showing great promise as well and it would be good to see them all at SEKU squad training soon. Of great inspiration to some clubs not in attendance there were noticea... 2010-5-22 09:12:21 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#76866 Once again event a multitude of very high level competitors attended the spectrum sports centre in Guildford to vie for honours. The event is always well supported by various traditional groups not least being SEKU and is generally a must do event in most diaries. SEKU officials attending the event included Senseis Brian Smith Terry Oliver Team Squad Manager Alan Lewis Paul Moreby Craig Foley and Chris Carr. Steve Hollister Kumite coach and Stacey Crowe Kata coach ensured all squad members were prepared and focused on the job at hand. Chief instructor Sensei Mick Dewey was around all areas which always gives everyone a boost and encourages everyone to do their best. There were some superb performances on the day from many of the usual suspects as well some recent new squad members. Ben Mayer is maturing well into a consistent medallist in the senior events with a bronze in the individual mens kumite and gold amp bronze in the 3 and 5 men teams respectively. Ben scored with a spectacula... 2010-5-8 09:14:24 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#76867 The 17th amp 18th April 2010 saw Sensei Deweys weekend Gasshuku in aid of the Damon Health Angel Fund and it was a resounding success.Karateka from all over the south of England travelled to be part of this special training weekend which brought back great memories of the old SEKU Gasshukus. In keeping with the Gasshuku theme Gasshuku meaning Lodging Together many of the Karateka stayed at Littlesea Caravan Park and made the short trip to the dojo each day at Budmouth Sports Centre. The idea of Gasshuku is not only to lodge together but to train through tough times and gather in mutual development of KarateDo. This was certainly achieved by all. Eleven hours of training was scheduled for the two days and Sensei Dewey filled this time with numerous areas of traditional Shotokan Karate. Included in the weekends content was revision and bunkai for the Kata Meikyo self defence techniques Heian Nidan and an excellent linear continuous bunkai drill which culminated in a complete fight th... 2010-4-17 09:15:21 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#76868 All the closed season competition work at squad training sessions seemed to have paid off when the SEKU squad attended the Legends tournament on last weekend 1332010.The are some new members in the group including young Elliot Smith Lovedean KC Ben Hobbs and the Nutbeam twins Emily and Rebecca Saltash KC. Along with some more experienced competitors such as Becky Cox and Matt Smith.The event is always well attended and this year was no different. The day saw a multitude of exceptional performances from many of the attendant associations and countries. Some outstanding performances were not only displayed by our competition. Notable mentions are warranted for Matt Smith who is practically the complete shotokan competitor with sweep kicks and strikes from all angles. Some would say the kitchen sink approachWith the absence of Dave Galloway Matt Powell was made Captain for the day Matt led from the front and was an inspiration to all. The day saw Matt receive the male overall competitor ... 2010-3-13 09:16:38 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#76870 Sixty SEKU members gathered for the Black amp Brown Belt Course in Newport IOW Sunday 7th February many from the mainland and some having traveled the same day from Plymouth. Sensei Mick Dewey opened the training following a short warm up given by SEKU Team Squad Captain Dave Galloway. For the first section of the class Sensei Dewey stressed the importance of things fundamental to our style Shotokan. Great emphasis was put upon the use of hips during the change from basic blocks to reverse punch and the movement was repeated many times until he was satisfied all understood what was required. Senior Instructor Mervyn ODonnell was next following on from the content of the recent instructor class where the theme was the standardization of all Heian Kata. The Kata were revised again along with some interesting applications. The last part of the day was given over to Senior Instructor Brian Smith who covered the basic stances and gave drill for the Dan Grade examination that was to fol... 2010-2-7 09:18:02 http://www.seku-karate.co.uk/page3.htm#76869 Under the direction of Chief Instructor Mick Dewey the SEKU Senior instructors Mervyn ODonnell and Brian Smith Technical Panel members Alan Lewis and Mark Elliott along with Stacey Crowe Squad Kata Coach Steve Hollister Squad Kumite Coach and Terry Oliver Team Squad Manager met at the Mountbatten Centre to prepare for the upcoming Instructor Class. The reason was to discuss and agree the homogeny and ratification of the Heian Kata. Since its inauguration under the leadership of Mick Dewey SEKU has aligned itself to the Japan Karate Association JKA initially and up until his sad death under the guidance of Sensei Kenosuki Enoeda and have chosen to continue along this path. Although we have no direct connection to it we continue to use the JKA for reference. SEKU Clubs Instructors and their assistants attended the first Instructor class of 2010. The individual attendance was good although some instructors were unable to make it through personal reasons and others chose not to. The th... 2010-1-24 09:18:01