Volume 3 Issue 9 - November/December 2002

Ryan Hendry - Black belt

Congratulations to Ryan Hendry on successfully passing his black belt grade in November. Those who have helped Ryan with his preparations over the last few months know how hard he's worked and the commitment required to pass such a prestiguous grade. Thouroughly deserved - well done!

Junior Sport Jujitsu Competition Robertown 9/12/02

This was a small competition by invatation only. Six of our fighters took part with five of them winning medals. It was a great day, enjoyed by all with some closely contested bouts. Many thanks to the organisers and a special mention for Craig Alexander, who was involved in the first and probably most aggressive fight of the day and little James Readfern, who narrowly missed out on a bronze medal after a split desicion but proved once again that having the heart to compete and doing your best makes you a winner with or without a medal.

Medal Winning Positions and fighters: Charlotte Cowan followed up her Gold winning success earlier in the year with a silver. Kayliegh Wheeler - Gold medal winner at first attempt. Laura Blanchard Gold, previously a silver medal winner. Jaques Ward, fought in the most competitive category and won Gold at first attempt with Craig Alexander a bronze medal winner in the same category. James Readfern narrowly missed out but nominated our December Student of the Month.

Christmas Holiday Dates

Day Venue Last training Session Training Re-starts Monday Hockwell Ring-junior jujitsu. adult & junior sport jujitsu Monday 16th Dec Monday 13th Jan Wednesday Dunstable Leisure Centre - junior & adult jujitsu Wednesday 18th Dec Wednesday 8th Jan Friday Dunstable Leisure Centre - junior jujitsu Friday 20th Dec Friday 10th Jan Saturday Dunstable Leisure Centre - junior & adult jujitsu & Sport jujitsu Saturday 21st Dec Saturday 11th Jan Saturday Lewsey Community Centre - junior jujitsu Saturday 21st Dec Saturday 11th Jan Sunday Stopsley Sports Centre - adult jujitsu Sunday 22nd Dec Sunday 5th Jan