Melbourne Master Class and Grading – April 2011

On Sunday, 3rd of April, Il Shim Melbourne hosted Master Daher for it’s first Masterclass and Grading for 2011.  Also in attendance was Il Shim Latrobe Valley.  A big thank you to Mr Proctor and his students for making the trip up to Melbourne. 

 

The day started with Master Daher demonstrating sparring techniques and drills for the students.  We practiced the concepts of moving and counter attacking rather than waiting to counter attack after blocking.  The students enjoyed practising their new sparring methods against different opponents.  Following the sparring drills we moved on to refine the self defence techniques we had learnt in our last Masterclass.  Having practiced these techniques since last year, everyone still learnt even more in refining their technique. 

 

Once the Masterclass was finished the grading began.  We had two students pre-testing for their 1st Degree gradings later this year.  Both candidates did well and can now work on specific areas in preparation for their big gradings later this year.  All students passed but more focus is needed on their walking stances.  A special mention to Sam Sankey who achieved the rare feat of a double promotion from 9th Kup to 7th Kup.  Congratulations to all participants!