November 2nd, 2012 Grading

Two weeks ago, several of my advanced students were promoted at my school in American Kenpo. The test was 2.5 hours long and consisted of forms, sets, self-defense techniques and stand-up fighting. Congratulations to all of the following students on their promotion:

Brennan: Blue Belt
Josh: 3rd Degree Brown Belt
Neal: 3rd Degree Brown Belt
Darren: 2nd Degree Brown Belt
Michael: 1st Degree Brown Belt (Children's)
Morgan: 1st Degree Brown Belt (Children's)
Dana: 1st Degree Black Belt
Chris: 1st Degree Black Belt
Ryan: 2nd Degree Black Belt

October 2012 Belt Promotions

Congratulations to the following students who were promoted in October:

Anya F: Advanced White
Blake L: Advanced White
Cameron R: Advanced White
Keira L: Advanced White
Madison M: Yellow
Scott B: Yellow
Harrison F: Orange
Mackenzie F: Orange
Miles B: Blue

Keep up the great work!

September 2012 Belt Promotions

Congratulations to all of my students who were promoted in American Kenpo in September:

Angus M: Advanced Yellow
Christofer L: Blue
Joseph L: Blue
Michael L: Blue
Madison S: Advanced Blue
Justin F: Advanced Green

Great job everyone.

Ryan Welsh Wins 2 Gold Medals at 2012 WKC World Championships!

Hi Everyone,

Last weekend Ryan Welsh won the Gold Medal for Canada in both Black Belt Team Forms and Black Belt Team Fighting at the WKC World Championships in Montreal, Quebec.

Ryan is an awesome role model for both children and adults and will be testing for his 2nd Degree Black Belt (Assistant Instructor) in American Kenpo November 2nd at the Berkshire Club, which is open to the public.

Congratulations Ryan!!

Jamie

Madison Seabrook Promoted to Children's Advanced Blue Belt

On September 20th, 2012, my youngest daughter Madison was promoted by me to children's advanced Blue Belt in American Kenpo. Madison began training with me back in early 2009, so she now has about 3.5 years experience in Kenpo. In addition to her martial arts skills, Madison is also a very talented soccer and hockey player and plays in competitive leagues in both sports. Way to go Madison!!

Results from the 2012 Ontario Grand Nationals

Congratulations to all five of my new students who competed in the Ontario Grand Nationals in London, Ontario, yesterday. This tournament is an elite AAA rated event with some of the best competitors around.

I would like to highlight two of my advanced students who did exceptionally well:

Ryan Welsh won 1st place in Black Belt Weapons and 2nd place in Black Belt Fighting, and then went on to win the overall Grand Championships as well! Ryan is one of the top competitors around and will be grading for his 2nd Degree Black Belt in American Kenpo on November 2nd.

In addition to Ryan's accomplishments, Dana Broadhead won 1st place in 18+ Advanced Fighting, 2nd place in 30-39 Women's Forms, 2nd place in Women's Weapons, 3rd place in 18+ Advanced Forms, and 3rd Place in 30-39 Advanced Women's Fighting. Dana is a two-time WKC World Champion, and will be testing for her 1st Degree Black Belt in American Kenpo on November 2nd.

Another great day of success!

August 2012 Belt Promotions

Congratulations to the following students on their recent American Kenpo belt promotions:

Scott B: Advanced White
Noah B: Yellow
Ethan B: Purple
Luke N: Advanced Purple
Maxim F: Advanced Purple
Timothy B:: Advanced Purple
Vince B: Blue
Chloe B: Advanced Blue