The anniversary seminar is fast approaching - it's being held during the last weekend of September.

For our newer members, particularly those that haven't been to a seminar yet, it's a great opportunity to get to know people better and to train with a higher intensity. Don't worry, there are still plenty of breaks, and the structure is very similar to regular classes - so you will fit right in!

The biggest advantages are:

• You get to train with lots of really experienced people - as well as seeing most of our higher grades, we get a number of visitors from around the South Island and the rest of New Zealand
• Each class will normally concentrate on a particular theme, helping things sink in
• There's a Saturday night dinner - a great chance to chat
• Since the seminars give plenty of teaching material for the following weeks, you'll know what the instructors are talking about (or you'll be able to help them figure out what they're talking about!)

In recognition of the training advantages at the seminars, each seminar class counts as two regular classes towards your grading requirements.

Register by emailing Andrew or by putting your name on the list at the Burnside dojo.

Seniors

• Sat 25 August Burnside Dojo, 10.00am 6th kyu – 4th kyu
• Wed 29 August Burnside Dojo, 7.30pm 3rd kyu – 1st kyu

Kids

• Rangiora Dojo: Sat 1 September 10am
• Linwood Dojo: Tues 28 August 4.45pm
• Burnside Dojo:
  • Mon 27 Aug 4.45pm those attempting Semi 10th kyu [yellow – white tips] to Semi 9th kyu [orange – white tips]
  • Wed 29 August 4.45pm those attempting 9th kyu [orange] to 7th kyu [green]

Other upcoming events are available on the calendar.