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British Championships & extra training

Posted on: September 28th, 2015 by David Finch

British Championships

Saturday, 7th November 2015

Oasis Leisure Centre, Swindon

It is that time of year again already where we are gearing up for the British Championships to be held in Swindon.

This is a really exciting day for the whole family and each event the MF Kent Team have attended we have come home full of pride and huge personal achievements across the board.

NEW for 2015:

This year all applications must be completed on-line – please use the following link to ensure your place.

2015 British Championships on-line registration

Championship Team Training

We will be running FREE training for any students thinking of competing this year.  Whether it is your first time or you are a seasoned professional these sessions are ideal practice for the big day (on top of your regular classes):

Chilham Sports Centre, Chilham

  • Oct, 11th         –              1015 – 1145hrs  
  • Oct, 18th         –              1015– 1145hrs  
  • Nov, 1st           –              1015 – 1145hrs   

Please speak to your Instructor for more information.

Category list: please note that some of the categories are slightly different from the Regional Championships (noticeably the sparring) and there is a NEW category just for Mighty Matts.

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Panel Grading training – 13th Sept

Posted on: September 8th, 2015 by David Finch

There will be a (free) training session to give all appropriate students the experience and understanding of what is involved in a Panel Grading.

Attendance does not guarantee being put forward for the upcoming Panel Grading on 4th October, however it will be a brilliant training opportunity to sharpen your skills and let you know where you are in your training plan.

  • Sunday, 13th September
  • Chilham Sports Centre, Chilham
  • 10:15 – 11:45am
  • Open to ALL students Red-Stripe & above

 

September – “Double Points” month

Posted on: September 2nd, 2015 by David Finch

SEPTEMBER is “Bring a Buddy = Double Points”

For the entire month whenever you recommend a friend or family member to join you can earn DOUBLE POINTS!!!

For September only:
Recommend a friend = 10pts
Friend joins = 30pts

Points = prizes!

ALSO…..there is a SPECIAL prize for the member that refers the most people in September.

You can invite people in a number of ways:
1. Pass their contact details to your Instructor and they will personally invite hem to class.
2. Bring them to class for a FREE trial
3. Use the MF App to invite them (all class details will be automatically sent to them)

See you Instructor for your points card or we can add your points on the MF App.

Canterbury – Wednesday classes

Posted on: September 2nd, 2015 by David Finch

From today (2nd September) all the classes in Canterbury will be back in the gym at the normal times.

See you then.

2015 Summer Shut-Down

Posted on: August 10th, 2015 by David Finch

As we do every summer we will be closing all schools & classes for 1-week.

Our Summer Shut-Down will be:

17th – 23rd August (inclusive)*

* Reculver School will run classes as normal that week

Please feel free to attend any other relevant class(es) so that you do not miss out on training.  If you need to find out more about other classes please contact us.

Have a wonderful summer break and we look forward to seeing you all raring to go!

Official MF App – now live

Posted on: August 3rd, 2015 by David Finch

After 13-mths of development and 2 weeks of testing we are proud to announce the latest addition to our MF Family – the Matt Fiddes Social App. Thank you to all of you who have downloaded the test App and given such great feedback.

For those of you who have previously downloaded the App please:

  1. Delete your current App
  2. Go to either the Apple or Android store and download
  3. Your login details will still work

This App will be used to communicate important information and share news between students and schools.  You will also be able to;

  • Inform your Instructor if you are going to miss a class
  • Personally invite friends / family members to class with you

There are also lots of exciting updates and additions planned, all designed to improve student service.

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Reculver classes – Summer

Posted on: July 29th, 2015 by David Finch

Due to the school summer holidays we are now on holiday times:

  • Mighty Matts – 9.30am
  • Juniors – 10.15am

Please note: there will be no classes Wednesday, 5th August due to our annual summer shut-down (this is a different week to all other MF Kent schools)

Staplehurst classes – Summer

Posted on: July 29th, 2015 by David Finch

As usual all classes in Staplehurst will be held from the Village Centre (North Hall) throughout the summer holidays.

Class times will be as follows:

  • Mighty Matts – 4:00pm
  • Juniors – 4:30pm
  • Seniors – 5:15pm
  • Weapons – 6:00pm

Please note: no classes Thursday, 20th August, due to our annual summer shut-down.

Going away this Summer?

Posted on: July 28th, 2015 by David Finch

If you are going away this Summer and know that you will miss a class please let your Instructor know in advance.  We will then be able to advise on other classes you can attend to make up for any missed time.

Use the MF App

You can now let your Instructor know at the push of a button if you are going to be absent from class by using the MF App – free to download

Click here for the free MF App

Summer Fun Days – August

Posted on: July 20th, 2015 by David Finch

Summer fun days 2015

We are delighted to once again be supporting the National Play Day campaign by having a stand at these popular summer fun days.

The events aim to bring communities together, showcase local organisations and allow people access to information that can help improve their quality of life.

Activities on offer range from information stalls, physical activities, personal health, creative crafts and sensory play to performing arts, cool science, spiritual growth, uniformed groups, and support for minority groups.

 

The dates are:

  • 5th August – Canterbury
  • 19th August – Herne Bay
  • 26th August – Whitstable

If you would like to take part in a demo class and help on the stand please let us know.  It will be fantastic to show everyone how amazing you all are.

Come and say “hi!” at a day of summer fun and activity.

 

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