I am selling one of my personal swords to make way for a new one. It is a replica gunto world war 2 sword the blade is hand forged with a full tang, AISI 1050 high carbon steel with a blood grove on both sides. The blade edge is sharpened and the Habaki  & Seppa … More Sword for sale

Some of you would remember Sam Walters from the Maryborough and Hervey Bay Thai clubs. He currently resides in Mackay and trains with Marco Vogel one of Kyoshi Steve Nedelkos’s students. Sam sent me a photo of him receiving his Black Singlet recently. Congratulations to Sam for his hard work, well done. Kru Brad

Well to say this was a trying experience is an understatement. The series of events I am about to tell you may seem trivial on their own but when put together had me wondering if someone wasn’t working against me. Firstly the certificates I had organised to be colour photocopied didn’t get done due to … More 2009 Christmas Party

WOW! where do I start. Firstly thanks to everyone that helped out on the day and in the lead up. I know it takes many people for these events to happen but I wanted to mention these people especially for their contributions that I saw – Renshis Bruce and Kyl for organisng the day, Julie … More Senjo 2009

Next year is Zen Do Kai’s 40th Anniversary and on Saturday the 21st of August there will be an international grading held at  the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic centre followed by a commemorative dinner at the Dock Lands new function centre. The tables seat 10 and the dinner will cost $160 per person. Anyone wanting … More Zen Do Kai’s 40th Anniversary 2010

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In today’s society too many people want a free ride, Allan Jones was saying that during his trips to China whenever he takes a taxi he is asked where he comes from and when he replies Australia, the drives says “oh that’s the place where you don’t have to work and you still get paid, … More No Airs, No Graces

Hi All, Well everything is looking good for Senjo and the presentation Dinner. Renshi Bruce and Kyl have put together a fabulous weekend for us all. I have included a pdf with all of the information required. Please note there is a change of venue for the grading with the new location being the kawana … More 2009 SENJO & PRESENTATION DINNER

I have just returned home after playing in the annual masters soccer weekend. I once again played with my beloved Doonvilla team of over 35 yr olds. Whilst we didn’t win the weekend we did win 3 games, draw one and lose one. I spent a whole 15 minutes  off the field out of the … More Master and the Apprentice

What is important? These three words often have people baffled for a few minutes before they start to talk about their family, work, hobbies and sport. These are all important items in our life but how many of us truly understand what is important. I am reading a book called “Tuesday’s with Morrie” which is … More Take Stock