The Silver Dragons (5-7 years) continued to progress in T2, and we have seen quite remarkable improvements in focus and self-discipline, all while still having a load of fun.  The Golden Dragons (8-10 years) are enjoying themselves building their sparring skills, refining their self-defence abilities in a realistic and safe environment.

The more fun the class, the more they want to learn, and do learn.

Gradings & Recognitions

We also want the boys to know that we notice when they are doing their best (it’s all relative 🙂 ), and most have received one of several animal patches over the past two terms, with some having the full set already.

Marcus Gripton-Corbett has been an exemplary student this term and has been graded to Orange belt 1 stripe.

It takes time to build self-defence skills and it is normal for higher-graded students to require further training to achieve the next level.  The boys who this applies to have been assessed over the past weeks for their next level, with Lachlan James achieving Gold belt 2 stripes and Will Fisher achieving the significant milestone of Green belt.  Further will follow over the next few weeks, into Term 3.

Year 5 and 6 boys may like to know that we are keen to run a class especially for them, potentially on Tuesday afternoons.  The class would be run on a similar format to that of our 12-17 year olds, which requires more maturity than the littlies because it includes training in locks and throws, and defences against common weapon attacks.

Evolution Jujutsu students learn practical techniques that are focused on realistic self-defence (rather than how to win a competition, for example).  The benefits are improved confidence, co-ordination, and according to parents of our students, a very noticeable improvement in self-discipline.

If your son would be interested in joining this class, please advise Mrs Druce or Mrs Ellam in the School Office.  (Minimum number of 6 students required to run this class.)

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