Counties Shotokan Karate New Zealand

Counties Shotokan Karate New Zealand Counties Shotokan Karate teaches the traditional art of Shotokan Karate, self defence and weapons. For ages and all ranks.

02/06/2026

Welcome everyone to June's Newsletter,
The word of the month is SENPAI (pronounced sen-pie) is a Japanese word that translates to "Senior"
In Japanese culture a Senpai generally acts as a mentor and role model to their Kohai (junior or has less experience) and is treated with a certain level of respect.

Congratulations to all Kyu grades and Black belts that passed their gradings.
Sensei Ray and Sensei Denise went down to Waihi Dojo to grade their students in which they passed.
Also Congratulations to Whenuakite students in passing your gradings.
A pleasing result all round.

Monthly fees and HALF YEARLY fees are due now, these can be paid online or to a Senior Senpai on training nights.

It is only just over four months before our Tournament in September.
Everything has been booked and confirmed.
Hopefully some of pur newer students will have the opportunity to compete which will help with future training and help build their confidence when in the Dojo.

Quiz night is on the 20th June at the Pukekohe RSA, from 6.00 - 11.00pm for anyone who would like to stay for a meal or just to relax afterwards, $25.00 per ticket.
If you havent got tickets but would like some contact Linda 0277 566 842 or Sue
027 249 7842
Make up a table of six, give yourself a team name, make a funny hat for the best hat award and come along for a night of fun and laughter.
Prizes for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd winning tables, spot prizes, raffles, and we have our lovely Senpai entertaining us with a couple of songs, WHO??? Come along and find out.
Nibbles provided and the RSA kitchen will be open for light meals.
All proceeds go towards replacing or buying new training gear for the dojo.

Remember training is hard but what yiu put in is what you get out, train hard and the rewards will follow.

Yours in Karate Sensei Ray and Sensei Denise

28/05/2026

Hi everyone, just a reminder there is NO TRAINING on MONDAY afternoon/night as it is Kings Birthday weekend.
Have a lovely weekend, if you are traveling be safe on the roads and enjoy your journey.

26/05/2026

QUIZ NIGHT 20th June 6 - 11 Pukekohe RSA.
Make up a team of 6, decorate a hat, $25.00 each person.
Nibbles will be provided, kitchen will be open for light meals.
Come along for a great time full of fun and laughter.
Prize for the best hat, Raffles, 1st, 2nd, 3rd prizes for winning tables.
Proceeds go towards buying/replacing equipment for the dojo.
Let's support our Dojo.
For tickets contact Linda on 0277566842.

04/05/2026

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04/05/2026

Hi just letting everyone know there is a mistake on the newsletter, the age for the quiz night is 16 years and up not 18 years.
My Apologies😵‍💫

02/05/2026

Hi everyone just letting you all know May's newsletter is out so make sure you get one from your dojo.
Word of the month is Sensei which means person born before another or one who comes before.
It is a respectful title for a high ranking instructor (often a black belt) who guides students in technical skills, discipline and character development.

Sensei would like to thank everyone for their support and understanding over the postponement of the tournament.
The decision was not made easily but with fuel crises and airline cancellations, not knowing if teams would make it up.
It was the right thing to do at the time.
September's Tournament is booked and confirmed so will look forward to seeing everyone and having a great Tournament day. Details will follow closer to time.

FEE'S
May's fees are due now and are to be paid in the first week of the month.
Anybody going for their KYU GRADING on SATURDAY 16TH of MAY must have grading fees and monthly fees paid before grading.
All Black Belts that are grading on the 23rd May your grading fees should be paid NOW as well.

DOJO KUN:
The Dojo Kun will be said and taught each training, especially to our Kyu grades starting from our junior white/red belts.
These are guiding principles to help develop character, discipline and respect.
It is a traditional Karate meaning as is taught in most martial arts, so it's up to all dojo's to carry on this tradition by teaching it at the early stage of learning Karate.
This will be taught by the Senpai taking the training.

DOJO ETIQUETTE:
Thank you everyone for doing a great job in keeping the Dojo clean and tidy on a regular basis.
Remember this job is for EVERYONE.
If supplies get low please contact Linda so a restock can be made. Please dont let stock run out before letting me know.

QUIZ NIGHT:
We are running a quiz night(18 years and over) at the Pukekohe RSA, 6pm onwards
On the 20th June.
If you are interested in making up a team and come along for a night of laughs and fun tickets can be purchased from the Dojo or by contacting Linda on 0277566842.
We have 100 tickets which are selling fast.
Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and a prize for the best hat, so get your creative ideas going and make a winning hat.
Tickets are $25.00 each

UP AND COMING DATES:

SATURDAY 16TH MAY PUKEKOHE DOJO KYU BELT GRADING (coloured belts)
Be at the Dojo by 8.15am ready to start at 8.30am. DO NOT BE LATE.

SATURDAY 23RD MAY BLACK BELT GRADING, PUKEKOHE DOJO.

20TH JUNE QUIZ NIGHT, PUKEKOHE RSA
6pm onwards.

REMEMBER what you put into your training is what you get out, train hard and rewards will follow.

Yours in Karate Sensei Ray and Sensei Denise.

10/04/2026

URGENT NOTICE: POSTPONEMENT OF TOURNAMENT

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the fuel crises, students pulling out of the tournament the decision has been made to postpone the tournament until September this year.
This decision has not come lightly but feel it's the best decision made.
If you require a Tournament refund please contact Linda Mudrovcich on 0277 566 842 or your payment will cover the Tournament in September.
The next Tournament will be on the 5th of September 2026, this has been booked and confirmed.
Sensei Ray and Sensei Denise

31/03/2026

Hi everyone,
Letting you all know April's Newsletter is out so please make sure you get one.
There is A LOT of information about Tournament in it, for example prices for all of the divisions, Compulsory gear, After Tournament Function and more.
REGISTRATION TIME on the day is between 8.00am - 9.00am please don't be late.
NO EFTPOS ON THE DAY FOR ENTRY OR THE KITCHEN - CASH ONLY PLEASE
Please can every student bring a plate of food to sell at the kitchen, ideas of what to bring are attached to the newsletter.
There is a very IMPORTANT notice from Sensei Ray.
NO TRAINING on Friday 3rd of April - Good Friday, 6th of April - Easter Monday or the 25th of April - ANZAC day
We do train through the school holidays except for Public Holidays when there is no training.
Up and coming Grading Dates.
See you all at the Tournament, Good luck to those who are competing.
Happy Easter, be safe if you are traveling.
Sensei Ray and Sensei Denise 🐇🐇

02/03/2026

Welcome everyone to March Newsletter, a big welcome to our new students.
Registration forms for the tournament are on the desk, please see these are filled out now if you are competing. The forms cover, Individual Kata, Team Kata, Kumite and Bo Division. (Sensei Ray)
For the first time competitors if yiu are not sure which Division you are in please check with your Senpai.
Bo Division is Dan Kata only, this is with the Long Bo with the exception of Juniors who can use the Short Bo.
There is NO TEAM BO.
FEES, March fees are due now, you can pay online or to the Senior Senpai on training nights.
Kickathon: Wednesday 11th of March @ Waiuku Primary School Hall, St Georges Road, Waiuku.
Everyone should of recieved a sponsorship form, if not please see your Senpai.
Tournament 18th of April, Indian Hall, Pukekohe.
All students that are competing MUST HAVE BREAKFAST BEFORE COMING TO THE TOURNAMENT, Nutrition is important especially if you are competing.
COMPULSORY items for tournament, MOUTH GUARDS, moulded and fitted before arrival
CHEST GUARDS females for Kumite
HEAD GEAR for competitors who are 13 years and under.
Groin guards (optional for males)
Sparing mitts

THERE WILL BE NO EFTPOS FOR ENTRY OR FOR THE KITCHEN ON TOURNAMENT DAY. CASH ONLY.

Even though it is becoming cooler of a night staying hydrated during training is important, remember your water bottles.

Kyu Belt/Black Belt grading MAY, date to be advised.

SENSEI RAY & SENSEI DENISE

28/02/2026

Good afternoon everyone, just a heads up, March newsletter will be out next week and in it there are some really important notes.
The first one is and we get this every year at Tournaments, Have we got EFTPOS on the day the answer is NO. It is CASH ONLY for entry and for the KITCHEN. There will be a coffee wagon on the day for people who need there coffee fix.😉
Also all students must have BREAKFAST before hand, Nutrition is important as it is a long day mentally and physically.
The Tournament will be on us before we know it so turn up and train hard during week nights at your Dojo.
If any Dojo's have Juniors doing the Bo Division they can use the Short Bo, Intermediates and Seniors are to use the Long Bo. DAN KATA ONLY.
What you put in is what you get out.
Take care everyone. Happy March.😊

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