Tuam's Largest Ever Grading

Last Saturday seen 65 Tuam Faolchu Karateka successfully passed their grading under Scott Langley Sensei. All students performed exceptionally and we are very proud of you all.

Tuam Karate Student of the Month

Well done to Little Wolves Danny Taniskan and Conor Fleming, two of our more recent members who are excelling and displaying great spirit.

Also from our senior childrens' class Tiernan Leahy and Gearóid Reynolds, still buzzing since their grading on Saturday.

June Grading Timetable

Grading for Faolchú will take place on Saturday in Tuam, Total Fitness Solutions.
Below is the timetable but please check the notice board as their are some exceptions.
Please note grading timetable:
9:30   Class for 4-8 year olds all under 9th kyu
10:30 Grading

11:30  Class beginner- 8th kyu ages 6-13yrs
12:45  Grading

15:00  7th kyu and above
16:15  Grading
17:00  FINISH

Kickboxing MVF Grading

Well done to Ciaran, Jayden, Regan and Daragh, who underwent a serious training session and grading under Master Harry Thompson. The boys gave it their all and where rewarded with passing on the day.

Faolchú Inhouse 2012

Tuam Karate Tounament for 2012 is a real highlight every year for us and are happy to announce categories for our annual event.



FAOLCHÚ ANNUAL COMPETITION
TROPHIES FOR 1ST, 2ND AND JOINT 3RD.
COMPETITORS MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS PER EVENT!

EVENTS
KATA
Age 4&5 Kata
Age 6&7 Kata
Age 8-10 Kata (beginner to red)
Age 8-10 Kata (yellow to brown)
Age11+ Kata (beginner to red)
Age 11+ Kata (yellow to brown)
Adult Kata (beginner to green)
Adult Kata (purple & brown)
KUMITE
AGE 4&5 Girls Kumite
AGE 4&5 Boys Kumite
AGE 6&7 Girls Kumite
AGE 6&7 Boys Kumite
AGE 8-10 Girls Kumite
AGE 8-10 Boys Kumite
AGE 11+ Girls Kumite
Age 11+ Boys Kumite
Mens Kumite
Ladies Kumite

This year we are glad to announce a new event,
 “Team Kumite”
Team Kumite will consist of a 3 person team.
There are 2 categories:
Category 1:The team must be aged 8 to 14.
Have at least 1 female member and 1 member under 10.
Category 2: The team must be aged 6 to 8 and can be made up of any male/female mix.

FAOLCHÚ INHOUSE COMPETITION IS DESIGNED TO BE OUR BIGGEST AND MOST SUCCESSFUL EVENT YET BUT OF COURSE WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT TO MAKE IT SO!

As with last years event, winners in many categories will go forward as club champions to represent Tuam and County Galway in the JKS Ireland Club Championships. This is a great honour and achievement for those successful.

The main purpose of Faolchú In House Competition is
 primarily to encourage all students and award effort and character.
All children will leave the day with at least 2 medals.
Secondary we aim to give students the competition experience, which will improve their ability to compete in National and International events should they choose to do so.
Look forward to seeing everyone there.
JULY 14TH

Squad Training Change of Date

Please note that the squad training originally planned for the 17th of June has been re-scheduled and will now be held on the 8th of July. I'm glad to say that squad training has been a huge success so far, please keep up the great work.
Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

Student of the Month May

Well done to our successful students from Wednesday & Thursday classes Jack & Mia Lindey and Gabriella ( not pictured Shane) . Keep up the great work