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Post by Deleted on Mar 19, 2008 15:24:55 GMT
"Battle of the Dojo 6" is coming up on Saturday April 12th, and I can't wait. Looks like there's gonna be a section for everyone, so who's thinking of competing, and how are you gonna train for it?
Personally, I'm gonna do anything I can for black belts. Team training is gonna focus on it too, so I can't wait for that.
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Post by Donal Ryan on Mar 19, 2008 15:42:32 GMT
I recorded a home movie of myself training for it. I wasn't going to train, but my girlfriend was insistent. Here's the clip. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 20, 2008 3:11:06 GMT
I recorded a home movie of myself training for it. I wasn't going to train, but my girlfriend was insistent. Here's the clip. HA, quality post there Donal. Love the grey sweatsuit you've got goin on. |
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Post by Donal Ryan on Mar 20, 2008 13:34:04 GMT
In all seriousness though, I've had so much going on lately with looking for a job, being sick and other crap in my life that I'm a bit out of shape at the moment and I even had to miss two team sessions (I'm back this week). So I'm not feeling particularly ready for a competition. Not that I'd expect to do particularly well, but having had a few sparring sessions under my belt now I can least acquit myself better than last time, and know what I'm doing out there.
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Post by R. Devane on Mar 20, 2008 13:45:24 GMT
A lot of people will feel the same but there is still plenty of time to get ready for the competition. Win, lose or draw, it's valuable experience. Plus, remember that nearly everyone on top of any fighting circuit has a lot of loses behind them. Best of luck to everyone.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 21, 2008 14:00:34 GMT
Yup, I'm the same myself, the serious training has to start this week! But all you can do is your best with the time you have. Even if I go out and lose badly straight away, at least I know I have to change/improve something about my fighting.
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Post by louise devane on Mar 21, 2008 18:26:09 GMT
i cant wait for the club comp , its one of the best to gain lots of experience and i do think everyone on the team should defo get stuck in !!! and all members should give it a go !!! i see lots of girls in the club starting to do lots more sparring which is good to see so come on everyone get STUCK in now !!!
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Post by R. Devane on Mar 31, 2008 21:53:13 GMT
Club Competition is Saturday week! Do not worry if you don't feel on top of your game at the moment because this competition is specifically to give you experience/knock off the rust. There are divisions for everyone so all fights will be matched up very evenly. This competition will be great to get everyone ready for the upcoming competitions this year. There is no loss of face if you lose to a fellow club member - afterall, they are training at the best club too  Best of luck and train hard for the next 2 weeks. |
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Post by Kiefer.c on Apr 1, 2008 17:43:52 GMT
i'll say it will be a great buzz,hope everybody is keen on getting some experience,its definitly a great compitition to start.everybody will know everybody/its a friendly comp/and it'll make you all better.what mor could you ask for:)
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Post by dkidd on Apr 2, 2008 11:48:39 GMT
Club competitions are where it's at for preparation for bigger days. One can claim that all sparring is preparing you for competition and that is true however when there is a medal or trophy at stake the adrenalin flows more and nerves kick in more. Club competions are like mock exams for the Leaving Cert absolutely invaluable practice. Best of all your instructors will be refereeing and watching to point out what was good and what needs sharpening up, so you cannot lose.
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Post by Stephen Kavanagh on Apr 2, 2008 22:17:04 GMT
I'm going to be away that weekend and i couldnt compete in the comp in december either  maybe a higher power is trying to tell me something.....  |
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Post by R. Devane on Apr 13, 2008 10:34:11 GMT
Great day - Congratulations to everyone that took part and to all that showed up to support. Some great fights. Very close fights because the standard in every section was high. Excellent experience for everyone. Full report coming shortly. Well done again.
Robert
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Post by R. Devane on Apr 16, 2008 17:27:25 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2008 20:15:07 GMT
I loved every minute, reffing and competing. I thought the standard in every section was exceptional. I'm sure those who have been to external competitions will agree that the fights were of a higher standard in our one.
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Post by dkidd on Apr 17, 2008 9:48:31 GMT
I agree with every word written in the report. I have been to many events at a national level and above that did not achieve the standard that was shown in the Battle of the Dojo. All of the fights were spirited and sporting. I see a great future for many of the fighters who appeared. Good job guys.
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Post by R. Devane on Apr 17, 2008 13:09:25 GMT
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Post by R. Devane on Apr 20, 2008 0:11:52 GMT
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Post by dkidd on Apr 20, 2008 13:18:27 GMT
Cool shots man
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Post by philliptwyford on Apr 21, 2008 10:05:51 GMT
Dear All,
Following on from Declans post where he applauded the excellent
standard of fighting I think it only fair to mention and I am sure all the MAI students would agree that the standard of teaching is so high as well as the infectious enthusiam all the instructors bring that there skill at teaching is now more than ever so evident with the level of fighting skills that are been achieved by students of all ages and grades.
Thank you to all the MAI instructors for continually innovating and been an inspiration at each and every training session.
Cheers
Phillip
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