There has been a large increase in the number of K-2 students joining the club this year, with numbers equally strong for Term 2.  Of course, we are not surprised at this since we like to have a good time teaching and we know that when our students are having fun too, they learn a great deal more ☺︎.

Speaking of fun, we have been steadily working through our syllabus of self-defence techniques – sneakily disguised as games.  Students approaching the middle to higher grades must work on combining techniques, i.e. hands PLUS legs/feet.  For any age, this requires considerable concentration, and since it is rare to do a technique perfectly the first time, we remind the boys to be patient with themselves and just keep practising. We are so proud of these little men, they work so hard to get it right!  And as you may know, our animal patches are for when we see them doing their best – remembering that some things are easier for some of us than for others.

We also work with the young gentlemen to understand the discipline of personal responsibility, starting with how to behave towards others, and small things such as putting on one’s own shoes and socks for the younger boys, to ensuring protective gear is brought each week for the older boys.

With Mr Barrington-Higgs, we are keen for students to join our FREE Leadership Program.  Leaders receive a booklet and are coached on leadership and instructing techniques for a minimum 10-class commitment. Minimum qualification Y3 & above Orange Belt.  For further information, please visit our website, and follow the link to ‘Leadership & Instructor Courses’, or contact us directly.

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Bufu ikkan

Marice Knapman

Principal

Evolution Jujutsu @ Fushicho Martial Arts

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