Irish Jiu-Jitsu Academy Welcomes New Students

The New Students At Waterford Jiu-Jitsu

A warm welcome to our new junior beginners at Waterford Jiu-Jitsu Club.

In their first month of training they have learned:

• Three breakfalls
• Three kicks
• Two punches
• One throw from kumiuchi

and they can even count to 10 in Japanese!

They are making fantastic progress and having lots of fun in the process.

Keep up the good work kids!

Back: Harry, Fionn, Eve, Katelyn & Abigail
Middle: Eadaoin, Emma, Ciara & Isabelle
Front: Elliot & Molly

On Saturday 12^th February, German instructor Shihan Mike Stapel will conduct a seminar in the Waterford dojo from 1.30-6.30pm. The seminar will include traditional and modern jiu-jitsu with some focus on ground work. Shihan Stapel is a truly talented martial artist with a vast repertoire of techniques and expertise in a variety of weapons. He is a professional instructor who has been practising for over 40 years and is very much in demand as his excellent seminars speak for themselves. Shihan Stapel holds the ranks of 7^th dan modern Jujutsu, 6^th dan Nihon Koryu Jujutsu, 4^th dan Kobudo, and 4^th dan Iaijutsu.

Irish Atienza Kali instructor Guro Jonathan Quinn will also instruct on the day. He will cover a range of Filipino weapons and open-hand combat. His no-nonsense approach and response to realistic situations is very refreshing and this is certain to be a very beneficial and enjoyable session.

There will be several demonstrations at 3.30pm by both junior and senior students. Spectators are welcome.

Training fees: €40 for seniors • €15 for juniors

Venue: Waterpark College Hall, Newtown, Waterford

Further information: 086-8793445

Kyoshi Alain Sailly conducted an excellent one-day seminar in the Waterford dojo in November 2010. His versatility as a martial artist was very evident as the students experienced a wide variety of techniques encompassing goshindo, jiu-jitsu and kali. His professionalism as a teacher also shone through as he managed junior and senior students simultaneously, joining both tatami together and instigating an excellent system where all age groups and skill levels worked together. The participants and spectators were highly impressed with the accessibility of the material and the relaxed manner in which it was delivered. It was a very enjoyable day for all involved and we look forward to his return later this year.

Kyoshi Alain Sailly Seminar Poster

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On Saturday 23th October the world renowned martial artist and professional instructor Kyoshi Alain Sailly (7th dan Goshindo) will conduct a one-day seminar in the Waterford Dojo.

Waterford Atienza Kali training group re-opens on Monday 6th September!