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On Saturday November 19 Sensei Doug and all the other members of the Brussels location of Bak's Martial Arts were honored by a visit from Renshi John. Renshi worked with the children's class on basics and taught some self defense then with the adult class on basics, kata and application . The very next day on Sunday November 20 Renshi was on the road again , this time coming all the way to Listowel where he gave students instruction in kata and tuite, a good fun learning experience was had by all at both events. Sensei Doug and all the students of both Brussels and Listowel dojos would like to express appreciation for the support , time and knowledge given by Renshi John .

Renshi Gary and Sensei Dustin attend a seminar featuring Kyoshi Morales that was put on by our friend Mike DenTandt in Owen Sound.

On Saturday April 30 , Bak's Martial Arts hosted a seminar with special guest instructors Kyoshi Skol Batraks and Renshi Jeff Hopping, assisted by Sensei Darryl Jessop and Sensei Alex Smith. The sold out seminar was attended by over thirty people who were treated to instruction in the importance of breathing, fitness , stretching and kata from Kyoshi Skol. As well there was a session on throws, ground work and strangles by Renshi Jeff. A fantastic time was had by all who were fortunate enough to secure a spot and attend this event. A huge thank you to Kyoshi Skol , Renshi Jeff , Sensei Darryl and Sensei Alex for being so generous with their skill and knowledge . Also thanks to our many friends who in some cases came great distances to help make the day the true success that it was.

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On Sunday March 27 members of Bak's Martial Arts from both Hanover and Brussels went to compete in the Canadian Naha-Te Karate Championships hosted by our good friends Gorge Karate from Elora . Competition was held in the disciplines of empty hand kata (Forms), kobudo (Weapons) and kumite (Point sparring) .One can see by the list of winners bellow that all the hard work put in by the students preparing for the tournament paid off . Congratulations to all who competed.

Renshi John Bak would like to express his sincerest gratitude to everyone who attended the 2010 November grading at the Hanover dojo. Special thanks for their assistance and support go to Kyoshi Skol Batraks, Renshi Jeff Hopping, Sensei Bill Stimpson, Sensei John Snook and Sensei Darryl Jessop. The sharing of their skill and knowledge can only hone the skills of anyone who might be blessed to be in their presence. Thank you again Senseis.

On Saturday, November 27, Sensei Doug Avery, Sensei Joanne Murphy and Sempai Sean Buchanan had to complete all the requirements associated to their rank of promotion. The students were challenged both mentally and physically. There were no doubts lingering that the ranks that these people were promoted to were earned and not just awarded.Their hard work, continued training and dedication to the martial arts have given them the recognition deserved. Congratulations Sensei Joanne Murphy completed Nidan grading, Sensei Doug Avery Nidan and Sensei Sean Buchanan Shodan-Ho.

Renshi John Bak and all the members of Bak's Martial Arts would also like to express a special thank you to Sensei Gary Napper for 30 years of dedication to the martial arts, support to previous organizations and support for our dojo. In the presence of all attending Sensei John Bak has promoted Sensei Gary to the rank of Godan (5^th degree) and herewith the title of Renshi. Congratulations Renshi Gary Napper

On Tuesday, November 16, 2010 Renshi John Bak had the honour of being invited by Kyoshi Skol Batraks to New Lowell and taking part in the promotions of Danika Duschene to Shodan, Sensei Darryl Jessop to Yondan 4^th degree and Sensei Jeff Hopping to Godan 5^th degree and herewith the title of Renshi.

On Saturday November 13 the members of the Brussels location of Bak's School of Martial Arts were honoured by a visit from Renshi John Bak . Renshi taught both the children's and the teen / adult classes . Instruction was given by Renshi in basic technique , kata and self defence applications. Sensei Doug and all the students wish to thank Renshi John for coming all the way to Brussels to spend time with us and teach us , together with your guidance we will continue to grow and become better martial artists. Please click here to see more pictures.

Recently Renshi John went to visit and train with friend Sensei Miles from British Columbia. Renshi did some gradings, taught some classes and did a seminar . Thanks to Sensei Miles for the warm welcome and extending the hand of friendship.

Congratulations to Steve Strader for achieving his Shodan rank and to Allison Murphy for attaining Sempai rank. Both people preformed admirably, with courage and strength. Thanks to our friends from Owen Sound, Elora and for the effort made by Sensei Skol Batraks and Sensei Darryl Jessop in trying to get to the grading. To see pictures click here.

On Saturday April 24 Sensei Mike and Sensei John from Owen Sound hosted a seminar with Kyoshi Morales. A great time was had by all who attended both in the training and meeting old friends.

Bak's Martial Arts had an excellent showing at the Canadian Naha-Te Karate Championships held on March 28. Gorge Karate from Elora was the host club and this was their 25^th anniversary tournament. Many clubs from south and southwestern Ontario attended the celebration event.

Competition was challenging to say the least and awards were difficult to come by. All said and done Bak's schools from Hanover and Brussels brought home their fare share of hardware. In particular the school seemed to dominate the fighting categories.

Jr. white & yellow---Samantha Rancourt 1^st Fighting * Dylan Prout 2^nd Fighting * Seth McCauley 3^rd Fighting / Gregory Manley 1^st Forms

Sr. white & yellow----Jonathon Blake 2^nd Fighting / 3^rd Forms * Annie Prout 2^nd Forms / 2^nd Weapons / 3^rd Fighting

On Wednesday November 25 Sensei Doug and all the students at Bak's School of Martial Arts Brussels location were honored by a visit from Renshi Bak. Renshi taught both the children's and the teen / adult classes working on basics, kata and teaching some self defenses . A great time was had by all .Once again Sensei Doug , all the students and the parents would like to thank Renshi John for coming all the way to Brussels to train with us and teach us. To see pictures click here.

Sensei Michael Den Tandt from Owen Sound invited us to attend a seminar he was hosting with Kyoshi Luis Morales a master of Classical Goju Ryu . It was a great day of learning and sharing for all who were lucky enough to attend. We would like to thank Sensei Mike for his gracious invitation and Kyoshi Morales for sharing his knowledge.

Recently several of the higher ranking students from Bak's School of Martial Arts along with several of our good friends from other dojos got together for a Kyusho Jitsu study session hosted and taught by Renshi Bak . As you can tell by some of the pictures Kyusho Jitsu is a very effective addition to our martial arts training. To see pictures please click here.

On Saturday May 30 Bak's School of Martial Arts held a Black Belt grading at the dojo in Hanover. Congratulations to Douglas Fry who was promoted to Shodan and is Bak's newest Sensei , also to Sensei Lorne Wison who has now holds the rank of Nidan. Thanks to our many friends who took the time and trouble to come to join us and help make the day fun for all. To see pictures please click here.