End of year in Kinnegad

We finish this year on Monday 12 December. Students who have been told that they are grading are asked to come at 6.30 pm. All others are asked to come at 7.00 pm. Classes resume on Monday 9 January. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Proinsias and Liam!

Well Done Kinnegad!

Congratulations to the aquad from Zanshin Kinnegad who performed excellently at our annual Open Tournament in Portarlington on the 15th of October! We won a few medals(always good!) but as ever what we were most proud of was our students' spirit and etiquette. Senseis Liam and Proinsias are VERY proud! Congratulations to Senseos Paul and Keith on another well-run event! Thanks to all who officiated and helped out,especially Sensei Liam for all his coaching and Sempai Peter Govan who was a table official on the day! No training on Monday 31st October...Hallowe'en!

Zanshin Tournament

On Saturday 15th October,Zanshin Karate-do Midlands are holding our annual open tournament in Portarlington Community Centre,Portarlington Co. Laois starting at 9.15 AM. You can compete in Kumite,Kata or Team Kata. Cost €15 for one event €25 for two. Aĺl enquires and forms from Sensei Proinsias at pofearghail68@gmail.com

Kinnegad Back Training

Zanshin Kinnegad dojo resume training on Monday 29th August in Kinnegad GAA centre from 7.00-8.00pm (juniors) and 8.00-9.30 pm (seniors). We're working towards a grading and towards a tournament on 15th October,so try to be there!  Hope everyone had a nice break!

Zanshin Grading....kids

Well done to all who graded in Portarlington dojo on July 23rd! Grading panel:Senseis Ger McCarthy,Keith Walsh,Liam Darcy,Ger Walsh,Paul Thackaberry,Proinsias O Fearghail.

Grading in Portarlington

Congratulations to all from Zanshin who graded in Portarlington on July 23rd!

Zanshin Tournament

On Saturday,15th October,Zanshin Karate-do Midlands are holding our annual Open Tournament i Portarlington Community Centre,Portarlington, Co. Laois. WKF rules (suitably modified)will apply. You can enter in Kata,Kumite or Team Kata from beginner to black belt,from under 8 to veterans! All entries MUST be submitted by Saturday, 8th October. Contact Proinsias at pofearghail68@gmail.com for an information pack.

Zanshin On a Break!

Zanshin Karate Kinnegad are on a break until Monday 29 August. Enjoy the rest and don't forget to keep practicing kata. Major respect to club members who trained throughout July!

Renee Smaal Tournament

Zanshin Karate Kinnegad have a squad of 12 heading to this competition! Please note the following points:
1. Competition starts at 10.00 AM. We will be leaving from Kinnegad GAA centre at 8.15 AM. Competition should finish at 5.30 PM. All competitors must wear white karate suit-belts not necessary. All fighters MUST bring a gumshield or you won't be allowed to fight
2. Competitors are expected to make their own way up to Citywest Hotel complex. If you really can't come up,talk to Liam or Proinsias on Monday
3. Fees MUST be paid on Monday. €10 for 1 event, €25 for 2 events
4. Entries are now closed-we can't accept any late entries.
5. Coaches on the day are Sensei Liam Darcy and Sempai Peter Govan.
Well done to Aoife Ni Fhearghail and John Whelehan who graded in Portarlington today. Good luck tomorrow!

Kinnegad on a Break

Zanshin karate Kinnegad are on a break until Monday 20 June. We'll be training through Julyvso enjoy time off! On a serious note,if you haven't paid registration yet,you can't train until you pay. This applies to all students,seniors,juniors,old and new.

Registration now due

Kinnegad club registration MUST be paid by Monday 6 June. After this date,unregistered members will not under any circumstances be allowed to train in the club as they will not be insured. Registraion fees are:
1child/teenager €15
2 children/teenagers €30
3 children/teenagers €40
Adult member €25.
Please contact Liam or Proinsias if you have any queries.

No Training in Kinnegad

There will be no training in Kinnegad dojo on Monday 2 May (bank holiday Monday). Training resumes as usual the following Monday 9 May. Enjoy the break!

Grading in Kinnegad

On Sunday,March 20th,Zanshin Karate-do Midlands are holding a grading in Kinnegad GAA centre beginning at 12.00 and ending at 3.00 PM. Cost €15 children and teens,€25 adults. All grading candidates MUST have a karate-gi (suit). Please try to be at the venue 15 minutes before grading begins. Contact Liam or Proinsias for further information.

Back Training!

Zanshin Kinnegad resume training on Monday night,January 11 at 7-8 pm (juniors) and 8-9.30 pm (seniors). Hope to see everyone there. New members are welcome.