February 8, 2012
Friday, 10 February 2012 19:46
Greetings once again!
Please remember that all classes are cancelled on Sunday, February 12 due to the in-house Grappling Tournament.
Tournament information:
- We will take registrations up to noon on Saturday. The fee is $20 ($30 if you are doing gi and no-gi events) and is payable in cash or cheque only to the SMAA. The Saskatoon Martial Arts Association (SMAA) is a non-profit organization and will also be having a great deal on T-Shirts and Hoodies. T-Shirts are $20 and Hoodies are $30 and again please bring cash or cheques for these.
- Competitors should be here at 10:00 a.m. and will be placed into their divisions. Grappling will begin shortly after the annual general meeting for the Saskatoon Martial Arts Association.
- ll that is needed is the uniform for the gi competition (please leave your belts at home – there will be belts provided). A mouth guard is recommended as well as groin protection for the male competitors.
- Spectators are welcome and can cheer on their favourites.
- But please be supportive of ALL Students!!! Participating in tournaments is a way to expand the student’s experience and make one more confident by accepting a challenge. Even if the student does not win, a valuable experience is gained and character can be built by accepting that loss gracefully by acknowledging and congratulating the winner.
- For the adult events, competitors should be here by 11:30
There is no admission fee to this event; however it would be absolutely wonderful if everyone could support the club by buying something from the pro-shop or by purchasing a drink or snack from upstairs.
If at all possible, please arrange to car-pool to alleviate the parking lot mayhem.
I look forward to seeing the students showcase their abilities as well as their good sportsmanship and camaraderie.
GOOD LUCK !
Sensei Anita Dutka