Chito Ryu Association of Ontario Spring Tournament 2015
On Sunday, May 3rd, three members of the New Hamburg Karate Club participated in the Chito Ryu Association of Ontario Tournament in Toronto. Congratulations to all who participated and proudly represented the New Hamburg Karate Club, and thank you to those family members that went along to cheer them on.

Results are as follows:

• Paul Kroes - 3rd Kumite
• Lucas St. Laurent - 2nd Kumite
• Ivan Kolomeits - 3rd Kumite

Important Dates
May 18 - No class due to Victoria Day.
May 25 & 28 - Little Samurai and Senior Kids gradings (stripe and belt testing).

Chito Ryu Association of Ontario Spring Tournament 2015
Each year the Chito Ryu Association of Ontario, which represents our style, hosts a provincial tournament. This tournament is a great opportunity for students to meet and compete with other students from our own style across Ontario. The tournament is usually a smaller setting and provides a great atmosphere and opportunity for students that are competing, especially for the first time. The spring tournament will take place on Sunday, May 3, 2015, in Whitby, Ontario.  Registration information is available at the back of the dojo.

Ontario Karate Challenge 2015 Results
On Saturday, Feb. 21, six students from the New Hamburg Karate Club participated in the 24th Annual Ontario Karate Challenge in Brantford, Ontario, which included over 370 competitors from across Ontario. The students participated in both kata (forms) and kumite (sparring), capturing 6 medals. Thank you to all who attended as participants and those that went to support our team and for proudly representing the New Hamburg Karate Club.

Results are as follows:

• Paul Kroes - 2nd Kumite, 3rd Kata
• Carter Freund - 1st Kumite, 1st Kata
• Owen Crouse - honorable mention
• Ryan Hesch -honourable mention
• Holly Kippenhuck - 1st Kumite
• Noah Dietrich - 2nd Kata

Important Dates
May 3 - Chito Ryu Association of Ontario Spring Tournament.
May 18 - No class due to Victoria Day.
May 25 & 28 - Little Samurai and Senior Kids gradings (stripe and belt testing).

Kurt Lowrick
On Sunday, December 7th, there was a Yudansha (Black Belt) grading in Toronto. On behalf of all the members of the New Hamburg Karate Club, I would like to congratulate Kurt Lowrick for all his diligence, determination and hard work and successful grading to Shodan (First Degree Black Belt). Thank you to Kurt for all his dedication and commitment to our Dojo, and in striving to constantly improve himself both as a student and teacher.

Ontario Karate Challenge 2015
The new year signifies the start of our tournament season. The first tournament, Ontario Karate Challenge, will take place in
Brantford on Saturday, February 21. Participants compete in their own age and rank categories, in kata, weapons, or kumite. We will be reviewing tournament rules and be practicing  specifically leading up to the tournament. Registration information will be posted at the back of the dojo. Please note that foot gear is required for this tournament. Please speak with Sensei if you have any questions or if you need foot gear. Pre-registration deadline is February 5th.

Chito Ryu Association of Ontario Spring Tournament 2015
The 2015 spring tournament will take place sometime in April or May. More information to follow.