Seido Karate Christchurch Shibu

Christchurch Seido Shibu Karate newsletter

Newsletter July In this Issue Wellington Tournament Kagami Biraki Christchurch Camp 60th Anniversary Kids and Youth New Brighton Dojo Osu Last year was a huge year for our dojo, with several very significant milestones. The transition with Eiko Hanshi Renzie stepping back this year is very sign...

Matariki - Friday, 10 July

As we celebrate Matariki, we encourage everyone to take the opportunity to spend time with their whānau, reflect on the year that has passed, and look forward to the year ahead. Please note, that the dojo will be closed on Matariki Day.

Long Weekend Training Schedule

We are pleased to offer the following classes over the long weekend. All visitors to Christchurch are very welcome to join us!

Saturday
8:15am - Black Belt Class with Sei Shihan Grant
9:15am - Kata Class with Jun Shihan Tamara
10:00am - Sparring Class with Jun Shihan Kim

Sunday
8:00am - Conditioning Class with Sei Shihan Michael
11:00am - 12:30pm – Open Class with Senpai Dave, Senpai Nicole, and Senpai John
5:00pm - Open Class with Jun Shihan Nicky

We look forward to seeing you at training over the weekend. Have a safe and enjoyable Matariki with your family and friends.

Osu

Osu, Nelson Shibu warmly invites all eligible junior karateka up to collegiate division to join them for the 2026 Junior Tournament. This promises to be a day of learning, friendship, and healthy competition in the true spirit of Seido. Please contact Kyoshi Cheryl if interested in participating and / or supporting the CHCH Shibu crew travelling to Seido Karate Nelson in September. Osu!

End of term youth class and games night. A long term so had a lot of fun doing karate in m***i and hanging out with friends. Happy holidays everyone!

Osu, PARTY TIME!

Eight days until registrations close for our 2026 Black Belt Dinner.
We already have 70 registrations and look forward to celebrating this special occasion with you. A reminder that this event is open to all black belts - whether you are currently training, have stepped back from training for the time being, or are retired. The Black Belt Dinner is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with old friends, share memories, and celebrate the spirit of our Seido community.

Please use the registration link below to secure your place. Registrations close on Friday 10 July.

https://forms.office.com/r/fy6EiFex42

If you are unable to register online, you may also register by emailing Jun Shihan Ellen at [email protected]

Winter Xmas theme for this year!

Parking available in our usual place!

A few pics from our 2021 Black Belt dinner - five years ago - how time flies!!!

Osu

Osu! No parking in our usual carpark after midday on Saturday!

On behalf of Jun Shihan Kim, please note that the usual car park will not be available Saturday afternoon, 4 July due to the All Blacks vs France game.

Please do not park in the car park from 12:00pm onwards.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Osu.

Osu
The Juniors are doing a ‘kindling’ fundraiser to raise money for our trip to Nelson Tournament.
A box of kindling is $15 a box or 2 for $25.
Message Kyoshi Cheryl on 0277483353 and we can organise pickup from the dojo.
As always, your support is super appreciated.

Osu, on behalf of Shuseki Shihan Harry, a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for our annual fundraiser at The Moon Under Water, Christchurch.

It was wonderful to see so many tables of Seido karateka enjoying each other's company, sharing stories, laughter, and good conversation throughout the afternoon. Events such as these are a great reminder that Seido is so much more than training, it is a community and a family.

It was also especially lovely to have Sei Shihan Jane Barber with us for the occasion.

Thank you to everyone who attended, including Eiko Hanshi Renzie and Shuseki Shihan Neil, who contributed to making the event such a success. Your support, generosity, and willingness to come together as a community are greatly appreciated.

We look forward to doing it all again next year.

Osu.

Photo Credit: Jun Shihan Nicky Kirk