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	*Congratulations* 25th June 2022 "Congratulations" to Kyle Jones, on his tremendous Grading performance, achieving his Shodan (1st Dan). A massive individual achievement and a great example to others.l "The Weak Fall By The Wayside Only The Strong Survive!" 16th December 2021 "Well Done" to Instructor Gareth Evans, emerging victorious, following his Grading Examination at Shogun HQ, elevating him to 3rd Dan. Setting the Bar high and the way forward, for your Students. "The Weak Fall By The Wayside Only The Strong Survive!" *Congratulations* *19th December 2020* Following an enormous physically & mentally challenging schedule for Grading, held on Saturday 19th December 2020, hardened by the strangest and most debilitating period in Modern History, Dion Protheroe, Aalish Hall, Amy Flattery, Brychan Gilson, Louanna Gilson and Stephen Gilson emerged successful, in achieving their Ranks of 1st Dan (Shodan). This is much more than a Milestone, it is a totally new foundation for Shogun and a massive achievement for each individual. "The Weak Fall By The Wayside Only The Strong Survive!" *Congratulations* *19th December 2015* Following a gruelling test of Physical Perseverance and Technical Prowess, on Saturday 19th December 2015, Matthew Cray, Max Colwill and Tamzin James emerged victorious, to achieve the rank of Shodan (1st Dan). Yet another milestone for the Club and a massive individual achievement for them all. *Congratulations* *20th December 2014* *Following a massive test of Physical Ability, Technical Merit & Mental Anguish,* on Saturday 20th December 2014, Sebastian Payne emerged victorious, to attain the rank of Shodan (1st Dan). Another milestone for the Club and a huge individual achievement for Seb. *Congratulations* 27th April 2014 Congratulations to Shögun* Chief Instructor Paul Scott, on his long overdue and well-deserved promotion to Rokudan (6th Dan).* Having started his journey way back in 1972, attaining his "Shodan" in 1983, Paul has risen from Student to Chief Instructor, Competitor to International Coach and established himself in many of the Senior positions in Martial Arts, over the past 42 years. He continues relentlessly to steer Shögun along its successful path........ *Congratulations* *Following a massive test of Physical Ability, Technical Merit & Mental Anguish,* on Sunday 22nd December 2013, Lara Edwards from Kidwelly, emerged victorious and became the first of Instructor Gareth Evans' Students, to attain the rank of Shodan (1st Dan). This is a milestone for the Club and a huge individual achievement for Lara. "The Weak Fall By The Wayside Only The Strong Survive!" Is a Maxim used by Chief Instructor Paul Scott to describe the "character requirement" of an individual that hopes to reach that "Holy Grail" - Black Belt. *Well Done!* ____________________ *Congratulations* Gareth Evans celebrated St. Davids Day in true fashion today. Passing his Nidan (2nd Dan Black Belt) with another gruelling Grading at H.Q. in Swansea. Totally drained, following the 1 hour and 40 minute test of his skill and endurance, he emerged victorious to add the extra step on that coveted "Black Belt"........Very Well Done, Paul & Irene. *"The Weak Fall By The Wayside* *Only The Strong Survive!"* ____________________ _____________________________________ Pembrey Classes Grow To cater for the growth of Shögun and its Students a further class opportunity has been initiated. Starting Monday 12th September and including the 2nd & 3rd Monday of each month, Seniors (All Grades) & Juniors (Green Belt & Above) can meet from 7.00 - 8.00 p.m. for sessions including Bagwork, Pads, Sparring and advanced partner work. ____________________ Kidwelly Club Growth Sparks Move Shögun has had to move into the Main Hall at the Princess Gwenllian in Kidwelly. As well as a necessity for its growth, it has proved to be very popular with the Students. Greater numbers can now train, whilst having more room for each individual to train in. Training days & times have had to be changed to accommodate the move. Sunday Kickboxing KIDZ (4 & 5yrs) 1.00 - 2.00 p.m. Juniors (6 - 15yrs) 1.00 - 2.00 p.m. Seniors (16yrs & Above) 2.00 - 3.00 p.m. Friday Juniors (6 - 15yrs) 6.00 - 7.00 p.m. Seniors (16yrs & Above) 7.00 - 8.00 p.m. ____________________ Local Community Sports Award Congratulations to Instructor Gareth Evans (1st Dan) on being awarded this accolade. Gareth has been recognised through his relentless drive to maintain Shögun Kickboxing, as his input to the Local Community. The Presentation was made at the Princess Gwenllian Centre on the 21st January 2011. Well Done! Thoroughly Deserved! _________________________ Kickathon Congratulations to all those that took part in the 2010 Kickathon. Fundraising is the "LifeBlood" of any Club, without it, Facility & Equipment improvement is impossible. Well Done To All! Competition Fighting A Course for those wishing to take part in Club & Association Competition, will take place early in the New Year. A Shögun Martial Arts event will take place at Kidwelly in February or March. *____________________* *Shögun Martial Arts* *New 1800 Sq. Ft. Dojo For 2010.* *As part of its expansion plan, Shögun will get a New Fully Fitted Dojo.* Also planned are a Fitness Gym, Sports Massage Therapy Clinic and Café. Refurbishment of the New Dojo began on 1st October 2009. (Before & After Pics will be shown on the Website) ____________________ Good Luck Gareth Evans opens the new Pembrey Club today (9th July) We wish him Good Luck. Kidwelly continues to prosper. ____________________ Congratulations Gareth Evans made the Grade today. Passing his Shodan (1st Dan Black Belt) with a gruelling Grading at the H.Q.. With absolutely no strength left, following the 1 hour and 10 minute test of his skill and endurance, he emerged victorious to don the coveted "Black Belt". Very Well Done, Paul & Irene. "The Weak Fall By The Wayside Only The Strong Survive!"

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