ILLAWARRA KUNG FU ACADEMY

Please note that as from September, Monday and Wednesday morning Tai Chi classes will start at 9.30am rather than 9.15am. Hopefully this will give morepeople a chance to get to class.

Tai Chi classes will be, as from September:

Monday – 9.30 to 10.30 am in Kiama.

Tuesday – 6.00 to 7.00 pm in Kiama.

Wednesday – 9.30 to 10.30 am in Jamberro.

We are hoping to start a Thursday evening class soon, somewhere around Shellharbour/Oak Flats area once we find a suitable venue to hold classes.

As ever, please feel free to call or email with any queries. Contact details here.

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We are starting a new class in September. Every Friday morning, from 9.30 to 10.30 am, starting Friday 2nd September, there will be a ladies-only Fighting Fit class held in Kiama. All the details here.

Classes will be $10 each and the focus will be on fun and fitness using striking techniques from the Illawarra Kung Fu Academy syllabus. Emphasis will be on correct technique and simple, effective strikes to maximise a workout while having fun.

All fitness and skills levels catered for – each person can work to their own ability. Feel free to call for any information and to book your place.

All contact details here.

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Please note that today, Wednesday 29th June, marks the last day before the mid-year break.

Adult Kung Fu classes will continue every Monday and Wednesday as normal.

Kids Kung Fu and Tai Chi/Qi Gong classes will take a two week break after today, recommencing on Monday 18th July.

Call or contact with any queries.

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Just a quick reminder that next Monday, June 13th, is a public holiday, so no classes that day. All other classes running as usual.

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Some members of the Illawarra Kung Fu Academy recently travelled up to Sydney to take part in an open day at the HQ School in Chinatown. Teachers and students from branches all over NSW gathered for Lion Dance, Kung Fu demonstrations and socialising. It was a great day and hopefully the first of many, giving students from everywhere the chance to meet and greet other members of our extended Kung Fu family.

Illawarra Kung Fu Academy students and teachers at Sydney HQ School.

Kung Fu, Qi Gong and Tai Chi students from all over NSW gathered at the Sydney HQ School.

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Congratulations to Mark Andersen, Dav Cossa, Mick Grogan, Shane Gribble, and Sam Knott, who all passed their Level 2 grading on Saturday!

Also congratulations to Eli Maguire, Sarah Rebbeck and Ashley O’Neill who passed their Level 1 grading.

Well done, everybody!

The Easter break is coming up.

Please note that all Kids and Tai Chi/Qi Gong classes are on holiday until Wednesday, April 27th.

Adult Kung Fu classes will continue throughout the break.

Please call or email with any queries.

The Academy would like to congratulate all the kids that passed their gradings last night:

Kalani Maguire – Level 1

Shanti Pillai, Liam Morrison, Liam Hedges, Aidan Hedges, Golden Soth and Summer Soth – Level 2

Well done, everybody. Enjoy your Easter break, practice hard and we’ll see you all back next term, when you’ll get your certificates.

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Please note that all classes are now back, including Adults and Kids Kung Fu and Qi Gong classes in Jamberoo and Kiama. Check the Classes pages for details of all the relevant times and locations.

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The Qi Gong workshop scheduled for this Saturday will only go ahead if people book in and leave a deposit. If you’re thinking about attending this, and I strongly encourage you to do so, get in touch now. Here are the details:

On Saturday January 22nd, 2011 from 9.30am to 12.30pm, Sifu Alan Baxter will be running a Qi Gong workshop at the Kiama Mind Body Spirit Centre, at 42 Terralong Street, Kiama.

The course will teach the basics of Lohan Qi Gong (a form of Tai Chi) and will be beneficial for beginners and the more experienced alike. If you’ve never experienced Lohan Qi Gong or anything like it, this seminar will be an excellent introduction to many aspects of the art. If you’re already a student, this seminar will be invaluable in improving your skills and understanding. If you’re a Kung Fu student and have yet to try out the Qi Gong, this is a perfect opportunity for you too.

The seminar will cover:

- Basic Qi Gong warm-up exercises;

- Silk Reeling exercise;

- A variety of Yin and Yang walks, including some not usually practiced in class;

- Practice of the full 18 Lohan form, as taught in regular classes;

- A deeper exploration of meridian theory as it applies to the 18 Lohan form.

Given the three hour timeframe, there’s ample opportunity for people to ask questions and greatly improve their understanding of this powerful and beneficial art. Attendees are encouraged to ask questions in order to improve their knowledge.

Numbers are limited, but we need a minimum of 6 people to go ahead. The cost will be $40 per person, payable directly to the Centre. Please make sure you book in at the Centre and leave a deposit to ensure your place in the seminar.

You can reach the Centre on (02) 4232 4200, or drop in at 42 Terralong Street, Kiama, NSW 2533.

They have a website and a Facebook page.

Also, please feel free to give me a call on 0414 445 579 with any queries about the seminar. If you’re an existing Qi Gong or Kung Fu student, you are encouraged to come along and expand your knowledge. If you’re new to Tai Chi systems, this is a great way to get a solid feel for what it’s all about.

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