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THE FIRST PROMOTION OF 2008

Something must be special when even the gods mark the occasion with a rare spring snow storm. It might have been cold outside but inside the dojo, the temperature was high from the heat generated by all those who took the promotion test.

For the older members, this may have been their fifth or sixth test so they were prepared and know what to expect. For others, this was a brand new experience and also a time to be nervous. [Click here for the full story]

LOWER MAINLAND KARATE COMES TOGETHER

Saturday, March 8: The 35th Steveston International Karate Tournament is one the largest competitions of the year. This year, it seems that in most categories, participation was up. This is great news for the karate community.

Both the Vancouver and Richmond dojos have been busily preparing for the tournament and by Saturday, everyone was as ready as ever. This year, we are sending a large contingent of students and the result was fantastic!

For some, this is one of their first tournaments and predictably, many were both nervous and excited at the same time.......
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	RECENT HIGHLIGHTS

	RCCS DOJO IN RICHMOND Our new dojo is located at the Richmond Chinese Community Society (Richmond, BC). This dojo is now training on a regular basis: every Tuesday 7:00pm to 9:00pm; and Saturday 4:30pm to 6:30pm. Any ages and levels are welcome. For more information, please call 604-377-2833 or 604-716-6266.

	NEW DOJO(S) IN RICHMOND From September 2007, we have a new training location in THE RICHMOND CHINESE COMMUNITY SOCIETY and THE RIVER CLUB in Richmond, BC. Please click here for more information.

	WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Welcome our new members in Vancouver dojo: Boris Yu, Joseph Moi, Christopher Hui, Peter Hu, Devin Ohori & Nicolas Chan. Welcome to the Shoseikan family.

	JAPAN HONBU INFORMATION

	NEW LOOK, SAME HIGH STANDARDS

	Just finished in December 2006, Japan Shoseikan Honbu dojo now features its own cafe for Shoseikan members and their family and friends. The newly designed entrance is in the front is both bright and welcoming. The renovation team did an outstanding job. Congratulations, Japan Honbu!


	RECENT NEWS

	The first promotion test of 2008	2008.4.18
	Lower Mainland Karate comes together	2008.3.8
	2007 Christmas Party	2007.12.21
	2007 Promotion Test #4	2007.12.14
	2007 Zone 5 Tournament	2007.11.24
	Canada Shoseikan Jacket is now on sale!	2007.10.4
	2007 Promotion Test #3	2007.8.27
	2007 Outdoor training & BBQ Day	2007.8.26
	1st Anniversary party	2007.8.25
	Seminar in Hamilton	2007.8.17
	Kancho in Vancouver	2007.8.3
	We are on the Mingpao Magazine	2007.7.21
	Certificate Presentation	2007.7.13
	2007 Promotion Test #2	2007.7.6
	They Came as Devils but Left as Brothers	2007.4.28
	2007 Promotion Test #1	2007.4.27
	A Technical Instructor has arrived	2007.4.6
	Kick off 2007 with 21 medals	2007.3.3
	Chan Shibucho in Honbu	2007.2.1
	2007 First Practice of Japan Shoseikan	2007.2.1

	Previous News (2006)


	UPCOMING EVENT CALENDAR

2008
Feb 2	The Sato Cup
Mar 8	35th Steveston Karate Championships
Mar 29-30	2008 Karate BC Provincial Championships
Apr 18	2008 Promotion Test #1
Jul 3-5	National Black Belt Karate Championships
Jul 18	2008 Promotion Test #2
Aug 17	2008 Outdoor training & BBQ Day
Aug 21-23	2008 World Wado Kai Karate Championships
Nov 1	2008 Promotion Test #3
Dec 19	Christmas Party


	RECENT TOURNAMENT RESULTS


	35TH STEVESTON KARATE TOURNAMENT 2008.3.8

Vincent Wong	Bronze (Team Kata, all levels, 17+)
Andrew Chan	Bronze (Kata, blackbelt 18+) Bronze (Team Kata, all levels, 17+)
Eddie Au	Bronze (Team Kata, all levels, 17+)
Henry K.C. Chan	Gold (Kata, boys 16-17 intermediate) Silver (Kumite, boys 16-17 intermediate)
Kyle Ohori	Gold (Kumite, boys 16-17 intermediate) Bronze (Kata, boys 16-17 intermediate)
Devin Ohori	Gold (Kumite, boys 16-17 novice) Bronze (Kata, boys 16-17 novice) Silver (Team Kata, boys novice)
Tommy Cheung	Silver (Kumite, boys 12-13 intermediate)
Boris Yu	Bronze (Kumite, men 18+ novice)
Fred Zhang	Gold (Kata, boys 12-13 novice) Silver (Team Kata, boys novice) Participation medal (Paddle Kumite)
Peter Hu	Silver (Kata, boys 12-13 novice) Silver (Team Kata, boys novice) Participation medal (Paddle Kumite)
Calvin Chan	Bronze (Kata, boys 8-9 novice) Participation medal (Paddle Kumite)


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