On Oct. 1, Ippon Dojo is hosting the RAINIER CUP. This is in Tacoma.
This is usually a great tournament and I definitely encourage everyone who can to compete. If you are interested in competing, let me know and I will submit a club list of competitors. The entry packet is here.
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2016 RAINIER CUP JUDO CHAMPIONSHIPS
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No Practice Monday (Labor day)
The Center is closed on Monday 9/5 for the labor day holiday.
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2016 RAINIER CUP JUDO CHAMPIONSHIPS
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1ST, 2016, Ippon Dojo will be hosting the
Rainier Cup tournament. Last year this was a pretty well attended event.
The entry form is here. -
Night Out Against Crime Friday, August 19th!
The center has asked us to put on a judo demonstration during the Night out against Crime on Friday 8/19.
We need volunteers to come from 6:00-8:00 that evening.
In the past we were set up on the stage and demonstrated throwing and mat techniques.
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Travis Stevens Takes Silver At The Rio Olympic Games
This is a good interview with Olympian Travis Stevens.
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Self Defense clinic
On Saturday August 13, Budokan Dojo in Seattle will be hosting a self defense clinic. This is an opportunity to become a USJF certified self defense instructor. The clinic begins with registration at 7:00 and ends at 5:00 that evening.
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Introductory Judo Referee Seminar
On Saturday August 27, Budokan dojo is hosting an introductory class for referees. This is a good opportunity for anyone who want to become a referee to learn about refereeing in general and practice being a referee with constructive feedback.
The clinic starts with registration at 9:30 and finishes at 2:30.
The cost is $35 including lunch.
I encourage everyone to attend.
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Announcing their Promotions
I am always pleased to announce new promotions. Each new rank demonstrates an increasing commitment to judo and self improvement, both of which are things that are important and beyond most people.
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Yonkyu:
- Brent Accursio
- Christopher B. Mitchell
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4th of July
Just a reminder that Monday is July 4th. The community center is closed. I hope everyone has a good holiday and we will see everyone on Wednesday.