Happy New Year

Greetings and Salutations,

Well, finaly it’s done and dusted. The end of 2020, can’t say I’ll mis it! Once again thanks to everyone for all that was said and done last year, I’ll always have fond memories of that.

In 1988 I sat down with Jonnie (Church) and discussed the future of the school and the potential of turning it into something bigger than us. We came up with the outline of what is now a deeply entreched mat culture: Family, Honour, Loyalty.

To truly understand these words:

“Family” blood family and the extended family that exist on our mat.

“Honour” embracing the code of the martial arts, Honour is the highest virtue.

“Loyalty” above all else except Honour. To remain Loyal to your Family and the code, to Honour them and your gifts. If you dishonour these gifts or your Family, don’t expect Loyalty in return.

Everyone proved not only their Loyalty but their Honour also.

I hope you’re having a well earned rest and getting excited about this years training.

My recovery is coming along well. Down to one crutch, hopefully just a walking stick by next week. My injury is in the rear vision mirror. Only looking forward now. So I’ll see you all soon. Can’t wait.

Sifu.

PS anyone wanting to train tomorrow we’ll be open from 9am -10:30!