For beginners with Katori
In the new school year, we are making a few minor schedule changes and one big one - We are raising the threshold for joining the ADV group from 1st kyu to 1st dan. We are continuing the introductory workshops for beginners this year. If you would like to join us, please leave your email and we will send you information about the next introductory workshop. We accept people from 15 years of age. the next introductory workshop will be held in September Below is the schedule for July and August :
- Mondays, 8:00 - 9:30 p.m., Powstania Warszawskiego Avenue 6 - Beginner group training
- Tuesdays, 20:15 – 21:45, ul. Akacjowa 5 – Beginner group training
- Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:25 p.m., 5 Akacjowa St. - Intermediate group training
- Wednesdays, 8:35 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., 5 Akacjowa St. - Advanced group training
- Thursdays, 18:30 – 20:00, ul. Smolensk 7 – Beginner group training
Introductory workshop - 14.09.2024
We welcome all new enthusiasts looking to get started in Katori Shinto-ryu to our dedicated introductory workshop! Our introductory workshop is 3.5 hours dedicated to explaining the basic aspects of training and kata, giving you a much better start to your practice. This is an opportunity to gain basic information and skills that will be invaluable during your regular training. Our priority is to provide you with a solid foundation to master the material necessary to practice your first form of kata in pairs. We would also like to inform you that the next workshop of this type will be held in about 2-3 months.
A Dojo TAKE Vademecum is provided for each workshop participant. That is, a booklet containing the most important information including: dojo etiquette, fighting positions, glossary of terms, curriculum, examination requirements and style history.
The workshop will be held at the Jagiellonian University's College of Physical Education and Sports, 26a Piastowska Street, Krakow. You can use the parking lot under the facility - at the gate, please specify that you are for classes 9-12 from the TAKE Association. See directions how to get there.
Seminar will be lead by the Sensei Mateusz Kuduk (3'Dan) and instructors of the school. You can read more about our instructors at this page.
Pre-registration is required to participate in the workshop. If you wish to participate in regular training after the workshop, additional registration will not be necessary. Seating is limited due to the number of spare bokken available. The order of registration is decisive. Late registration may require you to purchase a bokken before the workshop begins - information will be included in the form. A minimum age of 15 is required. To register, fill out the registration form at this link.
What to bring to the workshop:
- sports outfit, i.e. long sweatpants, t-shirt
- a bottle of water
- we practice barefoot but flip flops can be useful to go from the locker room to the hall
- if you have your kimono and bokken A wooden training sword, usually in the shape of a katana, less often a wakizashi or tantō. you can bring them
- good mood :)
Schedule:
14.09.2024 Saturday
08:45 – Registration on site
09:00 - Start
12:00 - Finish
Program:
- introduction to the Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto-ryu school
- a brief history of the school and founder
- presentation of the material and weapons used during training
- basic cuts and thrusts
- basic poses (kamae)
- dojo etiquette and sword handling
- the first kata (pair form) of the sword
The cost of participation is PLN 150.
The fee can be paid in cash on site before the start of classes or no later than 2 days before the workshop to the bank account:
TAKE Association
st. Glogowska 15/3
30-416 Cracow, Poland
Bank account number:
55 2030 0045 1110 0000 0302 2120
In the title of the transfer "Introductory Workshop - Name and Surname"
Attention! For those who will participate in the workshop, a pass for classes in September with 50% discount!!! We hope you found all the information you need here. If not, do not hesitate and contact us. After the workshop, you will be able to purchase a bokken and a cover (the first things you will need for regular training). You can also place your order in advance in our store and pick them up in front of the workshop.
For people who train
Trip to Japan
Increase in Pass Fees
Important note: The new price list is effective from October for those who are already practicing. You can use the old prices by paying by bank transfer by September 10. In the web store, passes are now available at the new prices
New Discount for people with 1’Dan and paid annual fee
Raise the threshold for joining the ADV group
Changes in the INT group
The INT group will be geared more towards training with BO and Naginata. We want those with 1st kyu to have more time and space to practice Naginata techniques. This training will be conducted in a slightly different format - instead of a permanent Sensei, we will introduce rotating shifts every 2 months or so. In addition, we are trying to set the schedule at Acacia so that INT trainings will last 1.5 hours, just like the ADV group trainings. We will see soon if we can arrange this.
Katori Shinto Ryu Seminar with Sensei Ulf Rott 5’Dan Krakow: 21 - 22.09.2024
------- Note: A reminder that the lower price of attending the seminar with Sensei Ulf is valid until the end of the week ( September 8) --------
We cordially invite you to the seminar With Sensei Ulf Rott 5’Dan Katori. Which will be held on 21-22.09.2024 in Cracow. The seminar will be held at the Jagiellonian University Physical Education and Sports Studio Piastowska 26, 30-059 Krakow. - Parking will be available for participants. Directions can be found at this link at 21:00 on Saturday there will be a joint dinner with Sensei Ulf, location to be announced at a later date. The seminar will cover kenjutsu, bojutsu, naginatajutsu and iaijutsu techniques. Basic knowledge of Katori Shinto-ryu techniques including 1’kata sword is required. You should also bring with you Katori attire, navy blue keikogi, white pants or navy blue hakama, belt. and BokkenBokken, if you practice other weapons then also: bo, naginata, kodachi, iaito etc.
Schedule:
Saturday 21.09.2024
09:45 – On-site registration
10:00 – 13:00 – Training
15:00 - 16:00 - Training from 2.dan
16:00 – 18:00 – Training
18:00 – 19:30 – Exams
9:00 p.m. – Dinner together
Sunday 22.09.2024
09:00 - 10:00 - Training from 1.dan
10:00 – 13:00 – Training
13:00 – End
Hours may change
Costs:
When payment is made by 08.09.2024
Two days - PLN 340
One day Saturday - 290 zł
One day Sunday - PLN 190
Additional payment for advanced trainings:
Saturday from 2nd dan - 35 zł
Sunday from 1.dan - 35 zł
When payment is made after 08.09.2024 or on site:
Two days - PLN 400
One day Saturday - 350 zł
One day Sunday - PLN 250
Additional payment for advanced trainings:
Saturday from 2.dan - 40 zł
Sunday from 1.dan - 40 zł
Payment in cash before the start of the seminar or by transfer at least 4 days before:
TAKE Association
st. Glogowska 15/3
30-416 Cracow, Poland
Bank account number:
55 2030 0045 1110 0000 0302 2120
at BNP Paribas
If you would like to pay in Euro or in other currency contact us.
Transfer title: “Seminary in Krakow – Name and Surname”
Discounts: Members of the TAKE Association with the annual fee paid -10%
Registration:
Prior registration is required to attend the seminar.
To register, please complete the registration form under this link.
Haiku for September
いかづちの | Ikazuchi no | The thunderbolt
夜空を離らぬ | Yozora wo hanaranu |. Wouldn't leave the night sky.
キヤムプかな /. Kyanpu kana | At the camp.
Yamaguchi Seishi (1901-1994)
