Hammers Gym Newsletter Dec 2010
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1 MEMBER NEWSLETTER CHRISTMAS ISSUE – DEC 2010 Inside this Issue 1.Message from Kru Mark 2.Gradings 3.Gradings contd 4.Fight Reports 5.Interclub Report – Nov & Aug 6.Presentation Night – Sat 11 th Dec 7.Training Tip – Injury Care 8.Dates to Remember 9.Business Directory & Trade Services Listing LAST CLASS - Tues 21 st Dec All Levels - White to Black 7pm – 8.30pm (Open Training 4-8pm on Wed 22 nd & Thurs 23rd Dec) WE ARE CLOSED Friday 24 th Dec WE REOPEN FOR 2011 on Monday 10 th Jan Mon 10 th to Fri 15th - Open training 4-8pm CLASSES RESUME - Mon 17th Jan Message from Kru Mark - A Great Year for Hammer’s! As we head towards the close of 2010 (how fast has the year gone!) I find myself looking back on all that has been achieved at our gym. Celebrating our 2 nd birthday in Early November, and over 15 years of the Blitz Thai Kickboxing system, I’m filled with pride as I look back at all the great achievements of the many members of “Hammer’s”. From our guys who stepped into the ring to fight at the shows, to our Interclub tournament competitors, to the MANY people who have taken the challenge and stepped up to grade to that next level, or even the many that have improved their skills and throughout the year, the commitment, focus and spirit has been awesome. All of these great efforts have many components and are made possible because of the great TEAM/FAMILY we have at Hammer’s. I have said this many times before, but this year it’s been even MORE prevalent - the team work and help of the assistant instructors and the many helpers have made the fantastic efforts we have seen possible. I am so grateful to the loyal and committed students that help to educate and inspire the new members to achieve their goals and improve their fitness and skills. Without the mentality of sharing knowledge and helping others to improve, the Martial Arts would not have stood the test of time… and it’s my belief that in sharing your knowledge and helping someone to grow their skills, you improve your skills also. This I can say is 100% correct from my own personal experience over the years. As 2010 ends and 2011 begins, I’m looking forward to ANOTHER great year at Hammer’s - so set your goals, commit to what you want and don’t let anyone or anything distract you from getting to where you want to be, in training and in life! The secret to getting what you want from your training is simple focus and hard work. The Great Mas Oyama - World Founder of my original Karate style, Kyokushin (Full Contact bare knuckle Karate) - was once asked by a interviewer “What is the secret to Karate?” Oyama paused and carefully thought about his answer… his answer was simple yet profound…. “SWEAT”. For me that says it all… There is no easy way to get results in our training, just a lot of SWEAT, COMMITMENT and FOCUS. If you apply these principles and combine that with the awesome facility and support crew, members and trainers we have at Hammer’s, you will achieve all the goals you set for yourself and your training… So think about what you want, then think what you are prepared to do to get it…it’s all possible if you apply yourself and we will help you get there. I’d also like to wish you all and your families the very best for Christmas and The New Year and look forward to training with you in 2011! Always in your corner, Kru Mark “Hammer” Castagnini
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The December newsletter for Hammers Gym.
Transcript of Hammers Gym Newsletter Dec 2010
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MEMBER NEWSLETTER
CHRISTMAS ISSUE – DEC 2010
Inside this Issue
1.Message from Kru Mark 2. Gradings 3. Gradings contd 4. Fight Reports 5. Interclub Report – Nov & Aug 6. Presentation Night – Sat 11th Dec 7. Training Tip – Injury Care 8. Dates to Remember 9. Business Directory & Trade Services Listing
LAST CLASS - Tues 21st Dec All Levels - White to Black 7pm – 8.30pm (Open Training 4-8pm on Wed 22nd & Thurs 23rd Dec)
WE ARE CLOSED Friday 24th Dec
WE REOPEN FOR 2011 on Monday 10th Jan Mon 10th to Fri 15th - Open training 4-8pm
CLASSES RESUME - Mon 17th Jan
Message from Kru Mark - A Great Year for Hammer’s! As we head towards the close of 2010 (how fast has the year gone!) I find myself looking back on all that has been achieved at our gym.
Celebrating our 2nd birthday in Early November, and over 15 years of the Blitz Thai Kickboxing system, I’m filled with pride as I look back at all the great achievements of the many members of “Hammer’s”. From our guys who stepped into the ring to fight at the shows, to our Interclub tournament competitors, to the MANY people who have taken the challenge and stepped up to grade to that next level, or even the many that have improved their skills and throughout the year, the commitment, focus and spirit has been awesome.
All of these great efforts have many components and are made possible because of the great TEAM/FAMILY we have at Hammer’s. I have said this many times before, but this year it’s been even MORE prevalent - the team work and help of the assistant instructors and the many helpers have made the fantastic efforts we have seen possible. I am so grateful to the loyal and committed students that help to educate and inspire the new members to achieve their goals and improve their fitness and skills. Without the mentality of sharing knowledge and helping others to improve, the Martial Arts would not have stood the test of time… and it’s my belief that in sharing your knowledge and helping someone to grow their skills, you improve your skills also. This I can say is 100% correct from my own personal experience over the years. As 2010 ends and 2011 begins, I’m looking forward to ANOTHER great year at Hammer’s - so set your goals,
commit to what you want and don’t let anyone or anything distract you from getting to where you want to be, in training and in life!
The secret to getting what you want from your training is simple focus and hard work. The Great Mas Oyama - World Founder of my original Karate style, Kyokushin (Full Contact bare knuckle Karate) - was once asked by a interviewer “What is the secret to Karate?” Oyama paused and carefully thought about his answer… his answer was simple yet profound…. “SWEAT”. For me that says it all… There is no easy way to get results in our training, just a lot of SWEAT, COMMITMENT and FOCUS. If you apply these principles and combine that with the awesome facility and support crew, members and trainers we have at Hammer’s, you will achieve all the goals you set for yourself and your training… So think about what you want, then think what you are prepared to do to get it…it’s all possible if you apply yourself and we will help you get there.
I’d also like to wish you all and your families the very best for Christmas and The New Year and look forward to training with you in 2011!
Always in your corner, Kru Mark “Hammer” Castagnini
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GRADINGS
Students preparing for gradings can find the Protocol for Students online by visiting www.hammersgym.com.au/grading.html
CONGRATULATIONS ALL!
September
White to Blue - Daniel Singh, Jake Ferrara, Nikolas Ortika, Jacob Dowling Blue to Red - Vincent Nolch, Ben Wiltshire, Rod Gaut, Mark Amin, Alan Rector, Shane Harris, George Mcloughlin, Damien Andrew, Andrew Biviano, Robert Hansen, Marco Paoli, Archie Vironis, Paul White Red to Yellow - Chris Loverseed, Dean Kersey, Alex Bird, Shaahin Motamedi, Luke Burns
August
White to Blue – Aaron Newton, Adam Dinuccio, Beau Johnston, Carmine Coviello, Chris Parker, Clint Gorenmeyer, Colin Levey, Darryn Oakley, Emma Strachan, Emma Young, Fraser Cunningham, Harry Koulouris, Jake Mabey, Jason Jarvis, John Hetrelezis, John Skolarikis, Johnny Georgopoulos, Kate VanOverdyk, Leigh Morris, Liam O’Leary, Matt Clarke, Nick Quigg, Patrick Burke, River Daz, Scott Proudfoot, Scott Feltham, Simon Collins, Stephen Daff, Tristan Adams, Zoe Blunden, Darcy Kiel, Madeline Kiel, Warrick Kiel.
Thursday October 10
White to Blue -Jason Wyles, Kakada Ven, Peter Trionfi, Bill Diniotis, Thomas Norbury, Andrew Nguyen, Josh Flory, Michael Goldsworthy, Joanna Paul, Elicia Thomson, Mike Tran, Roman Pitaliadda, Frank Mazzeo, Michael Mobbs, Miguel Morales, Paul Kerwin, Aik-Hau Tan, Jason Banner, Brendan Gale, David Orow, Mark Ho, Dina Iacovou, Bianca Tuyau, Lachie Jones, David Michail
Blue to Red - Sean Taylor, Pattama Petcharat, Tristan Adams, River Daz, Eric Madden, Jake Ferrara, John Mathiopoulos, Carl Barton, Kate VanOverdyk, Scott Feltham, Darryn Oakley
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GRADINGS Continued
Saturday December 4 Red to Yellow, Yellow to Green, Green to Brown
Thursday December 9 White to Blue, Blue to Red
Dave Bachsinar Black Level, Training since 1998 By day: Head Guru of Bach Commercial –Pinboards, Whiteboards and Blinds Fights: 6-5 Also loves: Pentjak Silat, Snow-boarding & Turntabling
Matty Ferry Brown Level, Training since 2003 By day: Cabinet Maker, Personal Trainer Fights: 1-1 Also loves: Snowboarding, Basketball and soon to be a dad!
FIGHT REPORTS
ANOTHER 4 WINS for HAMMERS GYM! CONGRATULATIONS to Chris Harrington on his recent convincing UPD win – Friday 26th November in
Hoppers Crossing – now 3 wins from 3 fights WARRIORS WAY III – Sunday 10th October @ Doncaster Shopping Town Hotel also saw great wins for Dave
Bachsinar (KO), Matty Ferry (KO) and Chris Harrington (SPD)
FIRST TITLE FOR HAMMERS GYM!! Sunday 21st November saw Dave Bachsinar win the IKBF Eastcoast Title @ Chelsea Heights Hotel
HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to Kru Mark, Dave and all concerned!!
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ST ALBANS – SAT NOVEMBER 20th
The Doncaster Hotel hosted a jam-packed evening of accolades, featuring numerous awards, the premier of “Represented” (short film documentary about those students who have chosen to fight) and the inaugural presentation of the “Walter Gonzalez Memorial Clubman Award”.
Most Promising -‐Chris Loverseed, Most Improved -‐ Robert Hansen Most Consistent -‐ Ma> Ferry, Most Spirited -‐ Glynn Pra>
Most Dedicated -‐ Chris Harrington
Inaugural Walter Gonzalez Memorial Clubman Award
Club Honour Medallion
Honourable MenKons
Black Singlet – Years of Service
AppreciaKon Awards
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Friends or Family stuck for your Xmas Present? Pro-Shop Gift Certificates available online or over the phone!
THE CONTENDER T SHIRTS
CHRISTMAS SPECIAL NOW $15 RRP $29
Training Tip
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DATES TO REMEMBER
Mark the Date! THAI TOUR – FEB 2011! Take your training to the next level!
Join the Annual International Kickboxer Thai Tour for the ultimate Muay Thai experience
– authentic Muay Thai training in the “motherland”
DECEMBER 2010
21st Tues Last Formal Class –
All Levels Training Together! White to Black! 7pm – 8.30pm
22 Wed & 23 Thurs Open Training 4-8pm
XMAS CLOSURE CLOSED Friday 24th
WE REOPEN FOR 2011 ON MON 10TH JAN!!!!
Mon 10th -Fri 15th - Open training 4-8pm Mon 17th Jan - Classes Resume
(Open Training for Those with Access Keys Tues 4th - Sun 9th Jan)
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
Student Level Trade/Service Mobile/Email
Anthony Maokhamphiou Yellow Plasterer 0405 988 924
Robbie Green Black Electrician
Tim Peel Yellow Window Tinting, Home, Office & Car
0403 163 070
David Bachsinar Black Installation of Blinds, Whiteboard & Pinboards
9011 1620
HEALTH
Emma Roberts Brown Personal Trainer 0412 969 422
Jeff Day Black Personal Trainer 0412 631 502
Samantha Rich Brown Yoga Instructor
Tracey Lademann Brown Chiropractor 9095 7990
“Your path to financial freedom”
Paul Loupetis (GREEN LEVEL)
Odyssey Financial Mobile Lender M: 0425 800 005
F: 03 8610 0366 www.paulloupetis.com.au
MORTGAGES ; PROPERTY INVESTMENT ; CAR LOANS ; INSURANCE
To list your Business or Trade/Service here - Contact Jeff [email protected]
TRADE/SERVICE LISTING
Dr Tracey Lademann (Brown Level)
