Congratulations – Panel Grading Success

Posted on: October 6th, 2014 by David Finch

Sunday, 5th October saw the culmination of weeks and in some cases years of hard work and dedication as many of the MF Kent family took part in the South Panel Grading in Canterbury.

It was a hugely positive morning and followed the wonderful Colour-Belt Grading the weekend before.  Congratulations to each and every student that took part.

It is with great pride that we announce the following promotions:

RED BELT: 

  • Charlie Charter
  • Thomas Harrison
  • Harrison Cullen
  • Harry Richardson
  • Lauren Russell
  • Megan Hill
  • Megan Carter

DEPUTY BLACK BELT :

  • Aryana Anisi
  • Ernest Brenchley
  • Ben Osbourne
  • Mia Neeves
  • Lily Farrow-Foster
  • Jack Yates
  • Oscar Edge

1st DEGREE BLACK BELT :

  • Romesh DeZoysa
  • Saom Anisi
  • Billy Hill
  • George Salih
  • Harry Salih

2nd DEGREE BLACK BELT :

  • Jack Salih
  • Edward Carter
  • Bridget Manser
  • Gill Gibson
  • Frankii Gibson

 

Championship Training

Posted on: October 3rd, 2014 by David Finch

British Championships

Saturday, 8th November 2014

Extra Training Sessions

With the British Championships looming we have organised for some extra training sessions to keep you as sharp as possible.  Here are the details:

CHILHAM SPORTS CENTRE

10:15 – 11:45am

  • Sunday, 12th Oct – Full training for all categories
  • Sunday, 19th Oct – Sparring only
  • Sunday, 26th Oct – Forms, Kick-Boxing Drill, Hand-Drill & Best Technique
  • Sunday, 2nd Nov – Sparring only

CANTERBURY ADULT CLASS 

For the month of October we will be extending the adult class on Sundays (8:00 – 8:30pm) for adult sparring only.

Double Points for October

Posted on: October 1st, 2014 by David Finch

SPECIAL DOUBLE POINTS MONTH

For the whole of October 2014 you have the chance to double your points!

All you need to do is follow the instructions on your POINTS CARD, bring it to class and have it signed by your Instructor.

The more points you earn = the more prizes you win!

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Day of Martial Arts PE at Petham Primary School

Posted on: October 1st, 2014 by David Finch

Tuesday, 14th October 2014

We are very excited to have been invited to visit Petham Primary School, Canterbury for a fun-packed day or Martial Arts PE lessons.

Every child in the school (and teachers!) will have the chance to experience the fun benefits of Martial Arts with MF Kent.  We also have a number of wonderful MF Kent students who attend Petham so this will be a great chance for them to show their skills and be an Assistant Instructor for the day.

 

Belt & Certificate Presentations

Posted on: September 29th, 2014 by David Finch

Congratulations once again to you all for yet another hugely successful Grading Day on Sunday.  Mrs Fear was so impressed with you all and you can be very proud of all of your hard work and dedication.  Well done from myself and the entire MF Kent Team.

NEW Certificates 

We now have some new, very special certificates to present with your well deserved belts.  These take a little bit longer to prepare but are well worth the wait.

New belts & certificates will be presented in class from Friday, 3rd October onwards.

To help celebrate all of your wonderful achievements do bring along your families and friends to support you and perhaps even to join in your class so that you can show them your skills and how much fun you have.

 

Ladies Only classes coming soon

Posted on: September 25th, 2014 by David Finch

We are very excited to add a new brand of classes to our MF Kent Schools; Ladies Only. 

These classes will be starting in the following venues:

Hersden Community Hall, Hersden – Fridays, 11:00am – 12:00pm (starting 3rd Octber)

Simon Langton Boys School, Canterbury – Mondays, 7:30pm – 8:30pm (starting 6th October)

These brand new classes will follow provide a fun, relaxed class for ladies to train in whilst learning all the exciting Martial Arts skills that we teach.

Membership:

These classes are open to all ladies so bring along your friends and family members and give it a go!

If you are currently a member and paying for unlimited classes per week (2 or more class a week) then this class is completely FREE!  If you would like to add this class option to your current membership simply speak to your Instructor and we can do this for you very easily.

Book your place:

Simply e-mail kent@mattfiddes.com to reserve your place – you might even surprise yourself!

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NEW “White to Black” Training DVD

Posted on: September 25th, 2014 by David Finch

The new “White to Black” training DVD is now available to order from your Instructor.

This is the most complete training guide for you and your family to use outside of your normal Martial Arts class and the perfect to to brush up on your techniques and drills.

The DVD is available to purchase from 3rd October 2014 – RRP £24.99

Pre-order yours now for just £20*

* Orders must be placed and paid for in full prior to 3rd October 2014

* Not in conjunction with any other offer

 

White to Black Training DVD

White to Black Training DVD

 

Continuing with the community

Posted on: September 17th, 2014 by David Finch

We are delighted to have been asked, yet again, to provide Martial Arts tuition to the children of Parkside Community Primary School, Canterbury .  These fun classes will continue throughout the 2014-2015 academic year and have been funded by the Canterbury Sports Premium.

Our fist class for this year starts on Wednesday, 24th September and we are very much looking forward to working with such a forward thinking and community based school with some wonderful children.

 

Seminar with Grandmaster Frank Murphy

Posted on: September 10th, 2014 by David Finch

GRANDMASTER MURPHY SEMINAR – Sunday, 21st September 2014

Grandmaster Frank Murphy is one of the true pioneers of Martial Arts in the UK. This unique training day has been put together to bring you the best teaching there is.

I strongly recommend attending this event, whether you are just starting your Black Belt journey, have been training for years or just curious. For those of you preparing for your next belt this will be an invaluable experience.

  • 9:30 – 1:00pm – Instructors & Assistant Instructors
  • 2:00 – 4:00pm – all students from 8yrs & above

St Joseph’s Catholic College

Ocotal Way

Swindon, SN3 3LR

Cost: FREE

E-mail me to book your place – they will be going fast! Details are on the poster.  kent@mattfiddes.com

GMFM poster

 

2014 British Championship Application Forms

Posted on: September 3rd, 2014 by David Finch

2014 British Championships

Saturday, 8th November 2014

Loddon Valley Leisure Centre, Reading

The application form for the 2014 British Championships is now available to download from the student login section of our website.

Filename: 2014 British Championships

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