From the monthly archives:

June 2009

Ashford Aikido Club to gain Active Surrey Bronze Accreditation

by ellis on 23 June, 2009 · 0 comments

in Club administration, News

We’ve just received this email:

I’m just writing to inform you that we have looked through all of the evidence provided and we are happy to recommend you for your bronze accreditation to Active Surrey. I will email Active Surrey informing them of the news and they will then post your certificate to you!

What is Active Surrey Club Accreditation?

The Active Surrey Sports Partnership (ASSP) is one of a network of 49 County Sports Partnerships (CSP) in England. It has taken all the criteria required for Clubmark and divided them into three easy to achieve levels: Bronze, Silver and Gold.

Clubmark is a nationally recognised symbol for quality clubs. By working through Clubmark, club leaders are provided with a clear and structured approach to improving and developing clubs, ensuring that they are providing a truly quality sporting environment for all.

Tagged as: aikido, aikido young people, Club administration

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Changes at Spelthorne School of Gymnastics

by ellis on 20 June, 2009 · 0 comments

in News

The gymnasium owners are carrying out refurbishment of the gym over then next two months. Part of this work includes:

  • Closing the bar and opening a café. Mike the barman will be moving back to Wales next week
  • Installing new showers, carpets and benches in the changing rooms
  • Redecorating and re-carpeting the reception area

They said changes to the gym and the first floor will follow shortly afterwards.

Tagged as: Club administration

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News from Association meeting

June 15, 2009

The Heads from the various clubs that form part of the Shinwakai association met up for one of its regular meetings on Saturday. I was told the following:
1. There have been some changes to the insurance cover provided via the British Aikido Board. Insurance cover was now provided for students practicing up to 80 years [...]

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Ashford on the Map

June 10, 2009

Despite the variable weather, the Ashford on the Map event was a success. In addition to having a pitch, we were able to provide a short demonstration on defending against knife and sword attacks.

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Aikido weapons bags for sale

June 5, 2009

We have only three more weapons bags available.   The bags can take two Bokken and 2/3 Jos plus Tantos. There is a plastic window for identity purposes.
Features: 

The bags are made from tough fabric (they are black in colour), with a reinforced foot.
They are fully zipped to allow easy access to the weapons.
They include two handles for either [...]

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