Byron Shire Shotokan Karate Do and Self Defence is sending a strong team of six local Karatekas to the 2024 Kase-Ha Shotokan Karate National Seminar (Gasshuku), to be held in Sale, 200kms north of Melbourne, from November 22 to 24.
One of the 1st dan black belts, Damien O’Meara, will present his self defence black belt, while Chief Instructor, Jean Boussard, will go for his 5th dan.
Sensei Jean says, ‘It is a unique opportunity for our dedicated Karatekas to benefit from the teaching of a master in this remarkable workshop in practical self-defence, The Kase Way’.
He says the event is realistic traditional Shotokan Karate, and is not competition-oriented, but genuine martial arts.
‘There will be very challenging sessions during these three days, physically, emotionally and mentally, but the team is passionate and ready’, Jean adds. Karate training is held throughout the week at the Bangalow Showgrounds, and new members are welcome. For more info call Jean on 0458 245 123; or visit www.byronshireshotokan.com.
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