December 2010 - IL SHIM

Kick Off Camp 2011

Kick Off Camp – 29^th & 30^th January 2011 – Gold Coast

In 2008 the organisation decided to run a special new event to kick off the start of a new training year, this became known as the Kick Off Camp, held at the end of January for the last 2 years and for years to come. 2009 saw 35 practitioners attend; the highlight of the event is the Mystery Instructor who is unknown until they appear on the first morning of the event. 2009 saw Nelson Toiune as the Mystery Instructor. 2010 saw the event grow to 70 Participants, with Master McPhail from New Zealand attend as the Mystery Instructor. Check out the 2009 and 2010 Kickoff Camps (click on the year to view review and photos)

For 2011 we are expecting over 100 participants with the Mystery Instructor still unknown to anyone other than Master Daher. Master McPhail enjoyed the 2010 event so much he has decided to attend again in 2011. Click here for more information

Over the 2 days many different methods are used to train the students, from stamina work in the sand, to training in the water in full dobok, the students are put through their paces in patterns, sparring, situps, pushups, self defence techniques – all in the water at different depths. Games like soccer are adapted to suit making the kick off camp a fun weekend mixing taekwondo training and games.

For 2012 the camp will extend to 3 days over the Australia Day weekend, the camp will finish on Sunday with the inaugural Kick Off Camp Challenge – where teams or clubs verse each other in team based events. More information to follow……

26 December, 2010/0 Comments/by Shawn Sutton

Gold Coast Master Class & Grading

Gold Coast

Both Redlands Bay and Sunshine Coast Instructors and their students joined in this combined grading.

The master class theme was self defense. Master Daher took the Instructors and students through four different self defense moves.

The grading was attended by twenty-two students, three of which Graded to Black Belt; one of which was Shawn Sutton.

To add to the atmosphere NBN TV arrived. Master Daher along with Mr. Kelly (Sunshine Coast), Mr. Abdallah, and several handpicked students provided an impromptu demonstration. Master Daher, Mr. Kelly and Shawn Sutton were interviewed.

Master Daher is an internationally renowned Master Instructor; to be graded by him is a great honor and privilege. All his students are internationally recognised.

As the Head of the Australia Team Master Daher handpicked thirteen students to join the Australian Senior and Junior Teams. Nine are from the Gold Coast ages varying from 10 – 38 years.

The three girls and three boys from the Gold Coast chosen to represent their country who are now on the Junior Team Squad include: Sebastian de Viana, Amelia de Viana, Paris Lumsden, Jessie Lumsden , Lauren Bellikoff and the youngest, Alex Pearce who is 10 years of age. The three Senior Squad members are Justin Cernoy (17), Ross Guy, and Shawn Sutton. It was awesome to be assisting Master Daher and seeing the excitement and pride these students demonstrated. What a great way to end the year!

The grading finished with the announcement of Gold Coast Student of the year award for 2010 that went to Shawn Sutton for his dedication to training and commitment to Il Shim Gold Coast. Runner-up Most Improved Award was won by Millie de Viana for her dedication to training and Alex Pearce received the Achievement Award for his perseverance and indomitable spirit. Also, Jennifer and Daniel de Viana were recipients of the Merit Award for their ongoing support and promotion of our club.

The event closed with Master Daher receiving his Christmas Gift. He appeared to be a little surprised, however pleased.

The days event was huge, but what a day. Il Shim Gold Coast has had a great year. And it appears 2011 will be busier with the addition of squad training so rest up and John and I will look forward to seeing everyone back in January ready to go! And don’t forget to register for the 2011 Kickoff Camp.

On behalf of Mr. Abdallah and myself, Merry Christmas and best wishes’ for a healthy, safe and prosperous New Year.

Warmest regards

Michelle Keenan 3^rd Degree

16 December, 2010/0 Comments/by Shawn Sutton

Melbourne Grading & Master Class 12/10

Melbourne

On Saturday the 11th of December we had the pleasure of hosting Master Daher who provided us with our 2nd Masterclass followed by our December Grading.

We also welcomed visiting instructor Mr Dave Proctor from Traralgon, who was kind enough to bring with him 2 of his students, Sarah and Shane,

The Masterclass covered the first four defences from a new Self Defence syllabus. The moves were explained thoroughly, point by point and then
practiced by all students. The moves were simple yet very effective and even our younger students grasped the moves very quickly. Overall the new

self defence syllabus was met with much enthusiasm and we look forward to implementing it during classes for next year.

We then moved onto the Grading which saw Mr Bryan Dance grade to 1st Degree
Black Belt. He describes his journey to Black Belt as ’16 years, five clubs, two countries, countless bruises, and a few fractures later……”

Standout performances included Leiana Keogh, Ingrid Wood, Jon Grandin, Mitch Sammut and Mickey Thomas. We also had a number of students offered positions on the Il Shim Squad for
the 2013 World Championships which was fantastic.

15 December, 2010/0 Comments/by Shawn Sutton

Stawell Grading & Master Class

Stawell

On the 12^th of December, Master Daher along with Mr Paul Harper travelled to Stawell to oversee the second Master Class and Grading for the Stawell Club. The students were keen to finish off the year with a bang and had worked hard to achieve what they have in 2010.

The focus for our second Master Class was Self defence. Master Daher ran through four scenarios and broke down each into easy to remember steps. The smiles on the students faces confirmed that they were certainly enjoying the training. Every class will now incorporate these new self defence techniques to hone the students abilities.

The grading commenced after the Master Class and there were quite a few anxious students. Master Daher commenced the grading session highlighting the need for power and hard work. During the grading Master Daher focussed on the need for a long walking stance. Each student was implored to take a positive outlook on Master Daher’s comments regarding their technique.

To finish off the grading Mr Steve Harper, was awarded his Second Degree black belt by Master Daher after grading at the Black Belt grading on the Gold Coast in September 2010.

The students of Stawell look forward to learning their new patterns and self defence techniques and will welcome Master Daher back for the next grading to be held in April 2011.

15 December, 2010/0 Comments/by Shawn Sutton

Australia Team Camp

Past Events

Australia Team Camp

Members of the Australian Team held a training camp last weekend and it was a great success with people attending from as far away as Tasmania, Melbourne, Sydney, Hunter Valley, and the Sunshine Coast. Team members trained hard and played hard. The main purpose of the weekend was to encourage members who don’t normally associate unless in a competitive situation, to get together and get to know each other a little better. After all, we are all ONE in the Australian Team.

It was a very satisfying result, with many new friendships developing and old ones reaffirmed. I’m sure that all who attended are now looking forward to the next event with a little extra enthusiasm.

Check out the photo’s on our Facebook Page

3 December, 2010/0 Comments/by Shawn Sutton