Details about the upcoming tournament on Saturday, August 28th...
Check in begins at 8:30am, with the tournament starting at 10:00am
This will be an in-house tournament (DG students only), with youth and adult divisions. Students are encouraged to participate in one, multiple, or all events.
SIGN UPS BEGIN THIS WEEK, WITH THE CUTOFF DATE BEING FRIDAY, AUGUST 20TH
Students receiving their next rank from the upcoming test will be asked to demonstrate their previously learned curriculum. In other words: You won't be expected to do a green belt poomsae if you've just received that rank.
Events include...
* Breaking
* Poomsae (white belts may do hand weapon skills)
* Weapons
* Sparring
COST: $30 FLAT FEE FOR 1 TO ALL EVENTS.
For those sparring: Please remember to have your gear ready or borrow a friend's set beforehand, if necessary. Do not ask to borrow a set on the day of the tournament, as this will certainly slow down our schedule.
In-house tournaments are a wonderful way to become introduced to outside martial arts competitions. Students should take advantage of the fact they will be participating in fair divisions against their own classmates, led by their own instructors.
Please make sure to fill out sign up sheets accurately by Friday, August 20th. This will ensure that instructors are able to create the fairest divisions possible.
ALSO: ADULTS (INCLUDING STUDENTS) ARE NEEDED FOR TASKS SUCH AS ORGANIZATION OF STUDENTS, MEDAL RUNNERS, SCORE KEEPING, AND JUDGING
Monday, August 9, 2010
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Testing & Tournament
Important Announcement About Testing
Due to many people taking summer vacations, Instructor Bill will be moving the August belt test at the end of the month. Test papers will be coming out this Thursday and Friday. Make sure to try and attend as many classes as you can, if you are eligible.
In addition, belt ceremonies will be held immediately after each test
Thursday, August 26th, 2010 - Times to be announced
Purple to Blue (Youth)
Blue to Red (Youth)
Red to IDB (Youth)
IDB to IDBS (Youth)
Advanced Adults
Friday, August 27th, 2010 - Times to be announced
White to Orange (Youth)
Orange to Yellow (Youth)
Yellow to Green (Youth)
Green to Purple (Youth)
Beginner Adults
Tournament Date - August 28th
Saturday, August 28th (The day after this testing cycle), The Dragon Gym of West Grove will be hosting an in-house tournament. Students may compete against their own classmates in a variety of events:
* Breaking
* Poomsae
* Weapon
* Sparring
Tournament papers will be handed out later this week. The deadline to turn in your admission is August, 20th. This is done so Instructor Bill can create fair and competitive divisions.
More details to follow...
Due to many people taking summer vacations, Instructor Bill will be moving the August belt test at the end of the month. Test papers will be coming out this Thursday and Friday. Make sure to try and attend as many classes as you can, if you are eligible.
In addition, belt ceremonies will be held immediately after each test
Thursday, August 26th, 2010 - Times to be announced
Purple to Blue (Youth)
Blue to Red (Youth)
Red to IDB (Youth)
IDB to IDBS (Youth)
Advanced Adults
Friday, August 27th, 2010 - Times to be announced
White to Orange (Youth)
Orange to Yellow (Youth)
Yellow to Green (Youth)
Green to Purple (Youth)
Beginner Adults
Tournament Date - August 28th
Saturday, August 28th (The day after this testing cycle), The Dragon Gym of West Grove will be hosting an in-house tournament. Students may compete against their own classmates in a variety of events:
* Breaking
* Poomsae
* Weapon
* Sparring
Tournament papers will be handed out later this week. The deadline to turn in your admission is August, 20th. This is done so Instructor Bill can create fair and competitive divisions.
More details to follow...
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Kick-A-Thon Results
Thanks to everyone who participated in our 3rd annual Kick-A-Thon. For those of you who participated, whether you did 1 or 1,000 kicks, you've made a great contribution to a wonderful cause. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society.
A special thanks to adults who were able to help keep count.
Grand Prize Winner/Top Kicker
SEAN HACKETT -- 1,530
1,000 Kicks and above
Jessica Coombes
Sean Hackett
Amelia Nur
601 - 700 Kicks
Joe Snyder
401 - 600 Kicks
Ean Norenberg
301 - 400 Kicks
Maggie Weir
201 - 300 Kicks
Matt Branca
Alex Morris
Robbie Morris
Aaron Ocampo
100-200 Kicks
Alexa Costa
Michael Clupper
Nancy Hammond
Kaleigh Kahan
Thomas Repetz
JJ Ruszin
Eric Welch
1-99 Kicks
Emily Bourdreau
Tyler Bourdreau
Alex DelleDonne
Connor Evans-Ralston
Antonio Gentile
Victoria Gentile
Christopher Johnson
Daniel Johnson
Janet Johnson
Myles Kelly
Brendan Marani
Kai McKittrick
James Nur
Amber Relacion
Angelica Relacion
A special thanks to adults who were able to help keep count.
Grand Prize Winner/Top Kicker
SEAN HACKETT -- 1,530
1,000 Kicks and above
Jessica Coombes
Sean Hackett
Amelia Nur
601 - 700 Kicks
Joe Snyder
401 - 600 Kicks
Ean Norenberg
301 - 400 Kicks
Maggie Weir
201 - 300 Kicks
Matt Branca
Alex Morris
Robbie Morris
Aaron Ocampo
100-200 Kicks
Alexa Costa
Michael Clupper
Nancy Hammond
Kaleigh Kahan
Thomas Repetz
JJ Ruszin
Eric Welch
1-99 Kicks
Emily Bourdreau
Tyler Bourdreau
Alex DelleDonne
Connor Evans-Ralston
Antonio Gentile
Victoria Gentile
Christopher Johnson
Daniel Johnson
Janet Johnson
Myles Kelly
Brendan Marani
Kai McKittrick
James Nur
Amber Relacion
Angelica Relacion
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Etiquette
Attention all students and parents,
A quick reminder about some of our policies on etiquette for students and visitors. There are plenty of others but we ask that you take time to remember these specific ones...
Students
* Remember, when entering the gym: Salute the flags, then bow to the highest belt/instructor. When leaving: Bow to the highest belt/instructor, then salute the flags
* Always wear a clean and neat uniform to class and remember to practice good personal hygiene. Avoid wearing jewlery as it may pose a danger to you or others
* When approaching an instructor: remember to bow and ask to speak to them politely
* Conversations are NOT permitted between students during training time. This is especially true while an instructor is talking. This is seen as extremley disrespectful and will not be tolerated
* Ask permission to take a bathroom break or get a drink (no excessive breaks). DO NOT leave the training area without permission UNLESS IT'S AN EMERGENCY
* Learn the correct way to line up for class. When lining up for class, yield to higher belts, unless they are late. If you have the same rank, students holding their rank for the longer period of time (seniority) have priority. After this, students should act on good will.
* If you come in late to class. Bow in as normal, then sit in meditation at the edge of the training area. You should do this until an instructor allows you into class
* If for any reason you are not in full uniform and belt, you MUST ask the instructor's permission to train. Depending on the situation, you may have to yield to all other belts when lining up
Parents
* Please learn the correct starting time for your child's class. This will ensure they won't be treated "late". Please remember to also pick up your child on time.
* Parents are welcome to observe, but we ask that you do your best in not creating a distraction
* Please DO NOT leave other children in the hall unsupervised. Leaving them with their supervised friend(s) at the gym DOES NOT COUNT as supervision (e.g. leaving a child to play with the other kids while going to the store). UNLESS you ask another parent/adult to take reponsibility beforehand, this puts an unfair duty on instructors and other adults
* AND MOST OF ALL: PLEASE KEEP YOUR VOICES DOWN. Your voices carry a lot further than you may think. When in doubt, use a volume no higher than you would at a library.
Other Special Directions
* Kids who are waiting while parents train: Do your best to stay by the benches indoor, so if your parents turn to look, they can know where you are. DO NOT PESTER/BOTHER your parents over non-emergencies during their training (Batteries for a hand held game, minor arguments with siblings, a snack, etc). This is seen as disrespectful to your parents training as well as the instructors who are teaching a class
* The Dragon Gym of West Grove is NOT A PLAYGROUND! NO ONE is to be playing around in the gym, especially if someone is still in there training (before, during, or after class). This is both disrespectful and dangerous! The gym is for training, not playing with the equipment.
A quick reminder about some of our policies on etiquette for students and visitors. There are plenty of others but we ask that you take time to remember these specific ones...
Students
* Remember, when entering the gym: Salute the flags, then bow to the highest belt/instructor. When leaving: Bow to the highest belt/instructor, then salute the flags
* Always wear a clean and neat uniform to class and remember to practice good personal hygiene. Avoid wearing jewlery as it may pose a danger to you or others
* When approaching an instructor: remember to bow and ask to speak to them politely
* Conversations are NOT permitted between students during training time. This is especially true while an instructor is talking. This is seen as extremley disrespectful and will not be tolerated
* Ask permission to take a bathroom break or get a drink (no excessive breaks). DO NOT leave the training area without permission UNLESS IT'S AN EMERGENCY
* Learn the correct way to line up for class. When lining up for class, yield to higher belts, unless they are late. If you have the same rank, students holding their rank for the longer period of time (seniority) have priority. After this, students should act on good will.
* If you come in late to class. Bow in as normal, then sit in meditation at the edge of the training area. You should do this until an instructor allows you into class
* If for any reason you are not in full uniform and belt, you MUST ask the instructor's permission to train. Depending on the situation, you may have to yield to all other belts when lining up
Parents
* Please learn the correct starting time for your child's class. This will ensure they won't be treated "late". Please remember to also pick up your child on time.
* Parents are welcome to observe, but we ask that you do your best in not creating a distraction
* Please DO NOT leave other children in the hall unsupervised. Leaving them with their supervised friend(s) at the gym DOES NOT COUNT as supervision (e.g. leaving a child to play with the other kids while going to the store). UNLESS you ask another parent/adult to take reponsibility beforehand, this puts an unfair duty on instructors and other adults
* AND MOST OF ALL: PLEASE KEEP YOUR VOICES DOWN. Your voices carry a lot further than you may think. When in doubt, use a volume no higher than you would at a library.
Other Special Directions
* Kids who are waiting while parents train: Do your best to stay by the benches indoor, so if your parents turn to look, they can know where you are. DO NOT PESTER/BOTHER your parents over non-emergencies during their training (Batteries for a hand held game, minor arguments with siblings, a snack, etc). This is seen as disrespectful to your parents training as well as the instructors who are teaching a class
* The Dragon Gym of West Grove is NOT A PLAYGROUND! NO ONE is to be playing around in the gym, especially if someone is still in there training (before, during, or after class). This is both disrespectful and dangerous! The gym is for training, not playing with the equipment.
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Holiday Schedule
Just a reminder for everyone on our holiday schedule for the 4th of July:
Saturday, July 3rd - Tuesday, July 6th: CLOSED
Regular classes resume afterwards.
Thanks and have a great 4th of July!!
P.S. Kick-A-Thon results and pictures coming soon!!!
Saturday, July 3rd - Tuesday, July 6th: CLOSED
Regular classes resume afterwards.
Thanks and have a great 4th of July!!
P.S. Kick-A-Thon results and pictures coming soon!!!
Monday, June 14, 2010
I Am From Dragon Gym
A poem by one of our black belts...
I am from sprained wrists and ankles, from bruises and blood, from sore shoulders that last for weeks...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from nunchakus and samurais, from staffs and gum suls, from tap outs and kihaps...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from kicks and punches, from cinder blocks and boards, from sweat and tears...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from forms and take downs, from sparring and headgear, from falls and trips...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from demo and tournaments, from medals and trophies, from passing and success...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
By
Alex Fulmer
1st Dan
I am from sprained wrists and ankles, from bruises and blood, from sore shoulders that last for weeks...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from nunchakus and samurais, from staffs and gum suls, from tap outs and kihaps...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from kicks and punches, from cinder blocks and boards, from sweat and tears...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from forms and take downs, from sparring and headgear, from falls and trips...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from demo and tournaments, from medals and trophies, from passing and success...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
By
Alex Fulmer
1st Dan
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Kick-A-Thon
Attention all students!!!
The Dragon Gym of West Grove is gearing up for our 2010 Kick-A-Thon to raise money for the American Cancer Society.
All students are strongly encouraged to participate in raising money by finding pledges of $0.50 per kick. Kics will be counted by an instructor or volunteer during gym hours on the week of June 21st. Example: Find someone to sponsor you $10 and perform 20 kicks for an instructor.
Can't make it that week? See an instructor to see if we can count your kicks early or the week after!
Students may perform their kicks during their regular class time, or whenever the gym is open that week
Monday - 5:00-8:00pm
Tuesday - 5:00-8:30pm
Thursday - 5:00-8:30pm
Friday - 5:00-8:00pm
Saturday - 8:00-11:00am
Prizes for the top kickers to be announced!
For more information and pledge sheets, see an instructor.
The Dragon Gym of West Grove is gearing up for our 2010 Kick-A-Thon to raise money for the American Cancer Society.
All students are strongly encouraged to participate in raising money by finding pledges of $0.50 per kick. Kics will be counted by an instructor or volunteer during gym hours on the week of June 21st. Example: Find someone to sponsor you $10 and perform 20 kicks for an instructor.
Can't make it that week? See an instructor to see if we can count your kicks early or the week after!
Students may perform their kicks during their regular class time, or whenever the gym is open that week
Monday - 5:00-8:00pm
Tuesday - 5:00-8:30pm
Thursday - 5:00-8:30pm
Friday - 5:00-8:00pm
Saturday - 8:00-11:00am
Prizes for the top kickers to be announced!
For more information and pledge sheets, see an instructor.
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