Sword Games for Real Swordsmen

CHILDREN'S CHINESE SWORDSMANSHIP SEMINAR.

Sword games will be one element of the fun we'll have at our Children's Chinese Swordsmanship Seminar. It will be taught by Linda Heenan, a student instructor of Scott Rodell.

There will be plenty of new material for more advanced students as well as the basics for beginners. If you find this after the end date, please enquire anyway, as these will be ongoing seminars - several throughout each year while this page is live.

DATE: Saturday 22th August, 2009

PLACE: Woodford, Blue Mountains, Sydney, Australia

AGE: 7 - 17 YEARS

CONTACT: Linda (02) 47836593, Email: l2i3n9d5a6@gmail.com

Program

We will cover all of these throughout the day:

• Basic cuts of the Michuan jian system
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• Jian form
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• Precision and concentration sword games
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• Two handed swordsmanship
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• Drills and partner exercises
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• Free sword play
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• Tournament preparation
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• Dao and shield skills
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• Sword vs different weapons

Seminar Details

To participate in our sword games and skills, your child will need the following equipment:
Fencing mask
Padded gloves (eg cricket or lacrosse)
Soccer shinpads to wear on the arms
Padded swords or shinai for free play
Wooden swords may be used for drills or older, well protected students.

If you have your own gear, bring it. We have plenty to share (except gloves) if you don’t. If you are borrowing fencing masks, bring a bandana to wear underneath.

COST
There is no cost for this seminar but donations are accepted.

TIME
10:00am - 3:30pm

FOOD
Bring your own lunch and also bring something to share with everyone for morning and afternoon snacks.

LOCATION
Please phone or email Linda when you are registering, for the exact location of the seminar.

THE SEMINAR IS ON WHATEVER THE WEATHER. WE HAVE ROOM INDOORS FOR SWORD GAMES AND SKILLS. IF ROADS ARE BLOCKED WITH SNOW EARLY, IT MAY STILL BE ON FOR ANY WHO CAN GET THROUGH.

INFORMATION FOR PARENTS
Children attending the seminar will be taught real Chinese swordsmanship based on the Yang Family Michuan System. The training will be fun, and physically challenging, based on sword games and skills of the right level for each age group. Contrary to popular perception, training in martial arts does not promote violent behavior, but teaches calm in conflict.

The techniques of Chinese swordsmanship do not rely on physical strength but on whole body movements that guide the opposite’s strikes into emptiness and return with his momentum. Girls and boys can do equally well. Young children benefit from practising Chinese swordsmanship. They love to learn new skills, require physical exercise for health and fitness, and develop confidence as they learn how to neutralise a threat. Our children’s program aims to:

Improve flexibility and coordination. Increase ability to concentrate. Develop fast and accurate responses. Strengthen and build stamina in young bodies. Enhance self-esteem and self-confidence. Build ability to relate to others. Train in discipline and respect. Give children confidence that will help them succeed in life.

Registration

Parents are welcome to either stay and chat during the seminar, or drop off their children and pick them up later. There are some good bushwalks in the area if you would like to do your own activity.

Parents need to arrange transport home for their child. If they are to go with another parent, please provide a signed note to give permission.

Make sure you let us know if your child has any special needs such as food allergies. If they are asthmatic, make sure they have their own medication. We need written permission and instructions to administer any prescription medication during the day.

Water is better than sugary drinks for a day of sword games and skills like this.

PRINT AND FILL IN THIS SECTION OR FILL ONE IN WHEN YOU COME

I would like to register my child/ren for the Great River Children’s Chinese Swordsmanship Seminar.

Name child/ren	..........................................................
Name (parent)
Address
Parent's signature
Pick up arrangements

Statement of Release of Liability:
I, the undersigned, knowingly & without duress, do voluntarily submit this form to the Great River Children’s Swordsmanship Club. I understand that even when all due care is taken, children training in martial arts, as with any sport, might be injured, & do hereby assume all risk of personal, physical & mental disabilities, injuries or losses for my children, myself, my heirs, personal representatives & assignees. Therefore, I hereby release the Children’s Swordsmanship Club Instructors, Organizers, Sponsors, Hosts & all related members from all claims, actions, suits, controversies, claims at law or in equity by reason of matter, cause or thing what so ever, that may here after sustain. I also understand that there is a risk of injury in all training & I assume full responsibility for my child/rens’ actions, during and in connection with said Club and. I fully understand that any medical treatment given to them will be of the first-aid type only, & I consent to such emergency treatment if deemed necessary. I further consent that any photos furnished by me, or any photos/video taken of my children in connection with the Club can be used for publicity, promotion, or television, & I waive all compensation in regards thereto.

Signature:

Date:

Medicare number:

Emergency Contact:

Family doctor (name and phone):

Mail to this address:

Linda Heenan PO Box 7329 Leura, NSW, 2780 or bring it with you on the day.

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