We emailed all members at the end of last week explaining a number of changes to classes, that came into affect with the easing of Covid restrictions yesterday.
After consultation with local councils and Public Health England, we have come to the decision that our planned changes would not be in the best interest of our members or instructors, as the risk of infection and isolation due to close contact with others is far too high.
Instead, from today we will revert to all of the same restrictions we have been working under for the past few months, as we want to make sure that you can all continue to enjoy your training as safely as possible.
Partner work will not yet be re-introduced. Pad work with partners will still be allowed.
Classes will not be asked to Kiai.
Our class numbers will revert back to the previous numbers, to ensure we can still allow correct social distancing in every lesson.
The Dojo Norwich will again be asking spectators to wear face coverings while inside the building. All of the venues listed below that do not require face coverings are still encouraging the use of face coverings in public areas.
Attleborough Sports Hall – Spectators are allowed and will not be required to wear face coverings.
Aylsham High School Sports Hall – Spectators are allowed and will not be required to wear face coverings.
Dereham Leisure Centre – Spectators are allowed and will not be required to wear face coverings.
Dussindale Community Centre – Spectators are not allowed.
Easton & Otley College Sports Centre – Spectators are not allowed.
Eileen Ash Hall at Hewett Academy – Spectators are allowed and will not be required to wear face coverings.
Framingham Earl Sports Centre – Spectators are allowed and will not be required to wear face coverings.
Willow Centre – Spectators are now allowed and will not be required to wear face coverings.
We will let you know once we have confirmation form the other locations.
At The Dojo Norwich we will continue with our strict Covid cleaning regime, including daily fogging. Hand Sanitizer will still be available upon entry and exit.
We are continuing to offer Zoom classes for Junior & Adult members. From Monday 19th July 2021 onwards, our online timetable will run as follows:
Tuesday 6:00pm – 7:00pm White – Purple & White Belts
Tuesday 7:00pm – 8:00pm Brown Belt +
Sunday 9:00am – 10:00am All Grade Class
These restrictions will be reviewed constantly and we will inform you in advance of any changes being made.
If you have any questions about these changes, please email office@eska.co.uk.
We will be holding our Individual Kata Competition on Sunday 8th August at
The Dojo Norwich, 6 Burton Road, NR6 6AX
1 Event £15 or 2 Events £20
This competition will have two events:
-Heian Kata
-Tokui (Favourite) Kata.
Each event will be split by age and grade:
There will be awards presented for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.
Juniors (6 – 13yrs)
Adults (14+)
Entries close 11.30pm 1/08/2021
If you would like to enter, please follow this link HERE to book your place.
Competition rules can be found HERE.
Please arrive 15 minutes before competition start time
To get you competition ready, have you thought about:
– Attending extra Kata classes
– Checking out our Youtube channel for kata tips
– Upgrading to unlimited for extra practice
– Booking a PT
Please note that competitors will be allowed spectators to accompany them to the competition.
If you have any questions about this competition, please call the ESKA Office on 01603 418751 or click here to email office@eska.co.uk
With the reopening of Physical Classes at The Dojo Norwich and external venues, why not treat your self to a new gi!
Head over to our shop and see our line of reduced priced Heavy Weight Gis.
The June 2021 Tiny Tiger, Junior and Adult Grading dates have now been confirmed.
Please remember pre-booking is required for ALL Gradings.
White to Red T Shirt – 10 Lessons (No minimum time period)
Red to Orange T Shirt – 12 Lessons (3 month minimum time period)
Orange to Yellow T Shirt – 12 Lessons (3 month minimum time period)
Yellow to Green T Shirt – 12 Lessons (3 month minimum time period)
Green to Purple T Shirt – 12 Lessons (3 month minimum time period)
Purple to Brown T Shirt – 12 Lessons (3 month minimum time period)
Brown to Black T Shirt – 24 Lessons including a minimum of 7 Junior lessons (3 month minimum time period)
White to Red Belt – 10 Lessons (No minimum time period)
Red to Orange Belt – 12 Lessons (3 month minimum time period)
Orange to Yellow Belt – 16 Lessons (3 month minimum time period)
Yellow to Green Belt – 16 Lessons (3 month minimum time period)
Green to Purple Belt – 24 Lessons (3 month minimum time period)
Purple to Purple and White Belt – 24 Lessons (3 month minimum time period)
Purple and White to Brown Belt – 24 Lessons (3 month minimum time period)
Brown to Brown and White Belt – 48 Lessons (6 month minimum time period)
Brown and White to Brown and Double White Belt – 48 Lessons (6 month minimum time period)
Please ensure you will reach the minimum grading requirements. Remember, you can visit the ESKA Members Area to check previous grading dates and how many lessons you have attended.
There is not a requirement to have your Kihon, Kata or Kumite elements signed off on your training card for this grading. Your instructor will advise if they feel you are eligible to grade. Each lesson you attend is recorded electronically after each class.
Well done to everyone that passed their Tiny Tiger or Kyu gradings on Saturday 13th March & Sunday 14th March 2020.
Around 175 members that have been continuing their training via Zoom for the past 3 months / 6 months did really well and are now proud owners of new Tiny Tiger T-Shirts / Belts!
We are looking forward to seeing everyone back in the classes when they return.
The results are in! ?
Thank you to everyone that entered our February 2021 Online Kata Competition. We were delighted to receive around 125 entries!
Well done to the winners! ???
Please Note: all other Zoom classes will be cancelled on Sunday 21st February 2021 and will be replaced by this course.
The course is FREE to all Junior and Adult ESKA members.
9:30am – 10:15am Sensei Asuka Sasa
10:15am – 11:00am Sensei Ayano Takaki
11:15am – 12:15pm Sensei Aidan Trimble
All Japan Business Group Karate Championships – KUMITE 3rd place
International Shotokan World Karate Championships – KUMITE champion
Gichin Funakoshi Cup World Karate Championships – KATA champion
Asia Oceania Karate Championships – KATA champion
Prime Minister’s Cup National Karate Championships – KATA champion- 5 consecutive victories
Sensei Trimble began training in the martial arts in 1972, achieved Black belt 1st Dan in 1977 and is currently an 8th Dan. A member of the British Karate team from 1978 to 1994 he was four times British champion, four times European Team Champion, and in 1983 he won the Individual World Championships title in Tokyo, Japan. He became a professional instructor in 1984 and in that time has coached throughout Great Britain, Ireland, Europe, Scandinavia, United States, South Africa and Japan. Following his highly successful competition career Aidan worked in sports development. Worked as a professional bodyguard and also worked as an Actor securing many roles on TV but it is his work as an instructor that he has really excelled. In 1986 he formed The Federation of Shotokan Karate.
As Chairman and Chief Instructor he has developed clubs both nationally and internationally. A member of the Writer’s guild of Great Britain Aidan has written eight books and produced a series of DVD’s on the martial arts with worldwide sales, the books having been translated into several languages. He has also written articles for several martial arts magazines. He has received awards for his contribution to the development of Karate and sport from American, Norwegian, Italian, South African, Iranian, and Japanese sporting Governing Bodies. Aidan now runs one of the most prestigious Karate centres in the Country and has produced many International competitors both junior and senior.
This competition will be free of charge to all ESKA members and the deadline for entries will be Sunday 21st February and winners will be announced on Tuesday 23rd February.
Here are the categories and details of how to enter. There will be medals for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place entries which will be posted out to the winners.
(You can choose from any one of the five Heian Kata for your entry).
(You can choose from any Shotokan Kata for your entry. This can be the same entry as your Heian Kata entry but must be a separate recording of the kata).
Both of the above events will be split into the following categories:
Junior (Up to 13 yrs):
Cadets and Seniors (14 yrs +)
You can choose from any Shotokan Kata for your entry. The Family Team can have two or three team members within your family bubble. At least one team member must be a member of ESKA but other team members do not need to have previous karate experience. There is no age / grade restrictions for this category.
Entries must be submitted in video format and emailed to office@eska.co.uk directly or by using wetransfer.com
Most importantly we are very grateful for your continuing support in these uncertain times and hope that you and your loved ones remain safe and well.
Please see below for this year’s Christmas & New Year Timetable, highlighting each venue’s final class of 2020 and when it will reopen in 2021.
Easton and Otley College Sports Centre:
Last Class – 17th December 2020
Reopens – 7th January 2021
The Willow Centre – Cringleford:
Last Class – 18th December 2020
Reopens – 8th January 2021
Morley Village Hall:
Last Class – 18th December 2020
Reopens – 8th January 2021
Eileen Ash Sports Hall – Hewett Academy:
Last Class – 19th December 2020
Reopens – 2nd January 2021
Wymondham Leisure Centre:
Last Class – 19th December 2020
Reopens – 2nd January 2021
Dereham Leisure Centre:
Last Class – 20th December 2020
Reopens – 3rd January 2021
Attleborough Sports Hall:
Last Class – 20th December 2020
Reopens – 3rd January 2021
Framingham Earl Sports Centre:
Last Class – 20th December 2020
Reopens – 8th January 2021
Dussindale Community Centre:
Last Class – 22nd December 2020
Reopens – 5th January 2021
Aylsham High School:
Last Class – 23rd December 2020
Reopens – 6th January 2021
City Academy Norwich:
Last Class – 23rd December 2020
Reopens – 6th January 2021
The Dojo Norwich**
Last Class – 23rd December 2020
Reopens – 2nd January 2021
**Please note**
Two special classes will also be available at The Dojo Norwich each day on 27th / 28th / 29th / 30th December. Click HERE for full details
With all the disruptions to physical training our members have experienced this year, we will be running classes throughout the Christmas week with a series of special classes;
This session is free of charge to all ESKA members, family and friends, aged between 4 – 15 years. We will be emailing more details and the Zoom codes soon.
Classes will be at The Dojo Norwich and are open to All Grades, 6 years and over.
27th December 2020 – 10.00am -11.00am & 11.15am -12.15pm
28th December 2020 – 5.00pm – 6.00pm & 6.15pm –7.15pm
29th December 2020 – 5.00pm – 6.00pm & 6.15pm –7.15pm
30th December 2020 – 5.00pm – 6.00pm & 6.15pm –7.15pm
We will email the New 2021 Timetable soon.
Booking is now live for the Christmas week training, to book your session please click HERE. The sessions are limited to 32 students per class so book early to avoid disappointment.
If you have any questions please email the ESKA office here
Warm regards
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