Subject: A Quick Update
A Quick Update!
Hi Everyone!
Just
a quick update following on from last week’s newsletter. Firstly, thanks to all
those who have “liked” the Facebook page! It’s got off to a great start and I
hope you are all enjoying the information I’ve been putting up on there. If
you’ve yet to check it out you can find the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Iain-Abernethy/131210866936171
The “Pressure Points” Podcast also got off to a very strong start with over 1000
listens in just a few days! Thanks everyone!
http://iainabernethy.co.uk/content/pressure-points-podcast
The reason for this newsletter is three bits of breaking news: One is Peter
Consterdine’s new DVD (in which I play a part); Details of Geoff Thompson’s 2011
Masterclass (which I’ve done and highly recommend); and Al Peasland’s and Mick
Tully’s 2011 Masterclass seminar series (both great guys and good friends). All
great opportunities to advance yourself and your martial arts!
I’ll be back soon with more and if we don’t speak beforehand I’ll take this
opportunity to wish you all the best for the festive season and to thanks you
for all your support in 2010! See you in 2011! :-)
All the best,
Iain
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1 - New Peter Consterdine DVD
(Iain has a part in it!)
Peter
Constredine’s “Training Day Volume 3: Impact and Transitions” is now available!
I’ve copied the blurb below and it essentially covers the technical aspects
associated with the Thursday morning sessions. Myself and the rest of the crew
help with the demonstrations and that’s me in the Thai-Shorts on the cover (the
bald one with the beard ;-).
It’s a
very good DVD will lots of technical information that can really help enhance
your striking power and ability to relentlessly dominate. The concepts on the
DVD are a big part of what I teach and I’m sure these concepts will prove as
useful to you as they have to me.
All the
best,
Iain
Message from Peter Consterdine: “I’ve finally got the third film in the
Training Day series completed - ‘Training Day 3 “Impact & Transitions.’ It runs
for over 1 hour 30 minutes and explains in detail the dynamic elements that go
into complex punching and kicking drills. Again, it has been filmed with my
regular training partners – Brian Seabright, Iain Abernethy, Steve Williams and
my regular training partner Peter Lakin and is packed with more drills but this
time with the ‘how’ not just the ‘doing.’”
DVD
Blurb: Peter Consterdine 8th Dan Karate, is a former Gt. Britain & England
Karate International, Full Contact British Champion and Chief Instructor of the
renowned British Combat Association.
Peter
is acknowledged as one of the hardest trainers and most powerful strikers in
martial arts.
Previous DVDs in this series have shown numerous drills, but for the first time,
Peter Consterdine's unique system of impact and speed development is broken down
in great detail. The real skill is in how the 'transitions' between massively
impactive punching and kicking is achieved, so as to leave no gap for an
opponent's counter-attacks.
These
complex but incredibly effective techniques are incorporated into a range of
drills and these, in turn, are demonstrated and explained within 8 distinct
methods of practice, that comprise a typical 'Training Day'.
Peter
is assisted by some of the UK's best known practical martial artists, including
Iain Abernethy, Brian Seabright, Steve Williams and Peter's training
partner, Peter Lakin.
These
top martial artists have revolutionised their own systems through years of
regular training with Peter.
This is
the weekly training for all these top martial artists.
It
doesn't come any harder!!
Running Time 90 mins approx / Cost £24.99 Including UK P&P.
To order please email sales@peterconsderdine.com or call 01924266016 (+441924266016)
2 - Geoff Thompson 2011 Masterclass!
Geoff
Thompson's Masterclass 2011 is filling fast. Now is the time to act as spaces
are strictly limited.
To view course trailer and for more
information:
http://www.geoffthompson.com/Masterclass2011.asp
Why is the Geoff Thompson Masterclass more popular than ever before? Because
Geoff Thompson's bleeding edge teaching method changes people's lives forever
and for the better. It is as simple as that. A teaching qualification from Geoff
Thompson is very rare. This course only occurs twice a year and just a handful a
few people in the world today are certified to teach under Geoff's banner. And
this masterclass is the only way to earn it…. and the course won’t be here
forever.
"Geoff Thompson's master class has changed my life beyond belief! It has
given me massive courage to make the changes that have improved my life 1000 %,
in my business, my relationships, spiritually, physically and emotionally!"
- John Simpson.
"The Geoff Thompson masterclass is inspiring, educational and above all it
has integrity. It is an experience that will challenge your belief systems."
- Paul Regan.
"The Geoff Thompson masterclass for me was enlightening on so many levels,
physically, fiscally and spiritually, the energy was amazing, a real privilege
to be in the room with such great souls. I personally have made friends for life
from all corners of the globe." - Warner Stephens.
How it works - the commitment
One Sunday afternoon a month for six months. Each session is 12.00 noon to
4.00pm (plus homework)
You must be able to attend every session.
The Dates
Sunday January 9th
Sunday February 6th
Sunday March 6th
Sunday April 3th
Sunday May 8th
Sunday June 5th
The Content
The specialty here is self protection and motivation. This is not a fighting
class. For the physical self-defence, the topics covered will be
Impact development
Line ups (the Fence)
Fear control
Pre-emptive strikes
Throws and take-downs
Ground work
Close range power punching
Managing conflict performance under stress, and a range of combat concepts
There will also be a large content of motivation & personal development
Venue
Centre AT7, Bell Green Road, Coventry, CV6 7GP.
Cost
£1200 (£150 deposit secures your place, followed by six monthly payments of
£175, includes VAT)
The Qualification
Applicants who successfully complete the course will be awarded a Level 1
Instructor Certificate in Self Protection, signed by Geoff Thompson, and
recognized by the British Combat Association.
The class will be no more than 30 students and is expected to fill very quickly.
Applicants will be taken on a first come first served basis. DON'T MISS OUT!
How to
Apply (and for more details).
Applications and deposits (or full payment of £1200 for those that want to pay
up front) will be taken by phone: 024 76431100. Or you can email us on:
geoff@geoffthompson.com (please
leave your name, email and telephone number so that we can contact you).
To view course trailer and for more information:
http://www.geoffthompson.com/Masterclass2011.asp
Geoff Thompson Ltd, PO Box 307, Coventry, West Midlands CV3 9YP, United Kingdom
Complete Self Protection 2011 Masterclass Seminars “The Arts”
with Al Peasland & Mick Tully
Book
before 25th Dec 2010 and receive a £100 discount
Following a massively successful 6 month series earlier this year (2010), we
have decided to continue with the same formula and offer a new 6 month
masterclass series, starting in 2011
Read Testimonials HERE
http://www.completeselfprotection.com/masterclass-testimonials.html
Watch the Trailer HERE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iOs_4QXvQWk
The Masterclass is a series of seminars that encompasses the following 3 main
areas:-
MARTIAL ARTS & CROSS TRAINING
As we are teaching a wide variety of martial arts, this is a perfect opportunity
for you to experience arts that they wouldn’t normally consider, and gain
insights from some of the best instructors around into how all of these arts can
blend together and work to complement each other
EFFECTIVE SELF PROTECTION SKILLS
There is an underlying Self Defence element to the seminar series and you will
get world-class instruction in Geoff Thompson’s very own Real Combat System,
from some of Geoff’s longest serving instructors
CORPORATE PERSONAL SECURITY – “The Soft Skills”
To keep a balance with all the martial arts training, you will also receive
presentations and handout material of Al’s corporate Personal Security “Be Your
Own Bodyguard” material that you can use to deliver your own self defence
presentations and courses
MORE DETAILS...
http://www.completeselfprotection.com/masterclass.html
THE VENUE
CSP-Milton Keynes Venue
Courtside Leisure Facility
Milton Keynes College - Bletchley Campus
Sherwood Drive
Bletchley
Milton Keynes, UK
MK3 6DR
30 HOURS OF TRAINING
It will be 6 seminars, 5 hours of training in each seminar
THEMED SESSIONS
Each seminar will include instruction in a specific range incorporating all of
the arts we train and teach
GUEST INSTRUCTION
We will host a different guest instructor each month - a specialist in the area
of the arts we are focusing on.
Names announced so far include:-
Wayne Lakin – Judo Olympian and Commonwealth Gold Medalist
Brian Collier – Greco, BJJ, Boxing and Muay Thai coach
Guy Edwards – Movement Performance Specialist and Health Coach
FREE PRODUCTS
We will offer free products each month, and will be setting homework - some
physical, some not.
PRESENTATIONS
I will deliver aspects of my personal security presentations, normally given to
corporate clients on the art of self protection, confrontation management, fear
and adrenalin, to name but a few
HANDOUTS & HOMEWORK
You will also get handouts to accompany these presentations.
THE DATES
Feb 26th - 11am-4pm
Mar 26th - 1pm-6pm
Apr 16th - 11am-4pm
May 21st - 1pm-6pm
Jun 25th - 1pm-6pm
Jul 23rd - 11am-4pm
RECOGNITION
Your participation will be recognized by both the British Combat Association
(Geoff Thompson and Peter Consterdine) and the Minesota Kali Group (Rick Faye)
GRADING
For those interested, and at no extra cost, we will also be offering the
opportunity to grade in both the CSP Real Combat System and the CSP-MKG system
PRICING - Individuals
£750 one of payment or £200 deposit + 5 monthly instalments of £125
PRICING – Groups – including Group Discounts
For anyone wishing to bring a friend, partner or group of friends, why not join
forces and take advantage of our new Group Discounts
2 Persons - £1100 total - save a HUGE £200 per person
3 Persons - £1500 total - save a MASSIVE £250 per person
4 Persons - £1800 total - save a WHOPPING £300 per person
and you still get to enjoy the early bird booking discount of £100 on top of
these great savings
CLUB BOOKINGS
If you have a larger group or club and would like to attend and perhaps share
some affiliated promotion of the event, we have a select range of special
offers, just drop us a line and we can discuss these deals
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT
For those booking before 25th Dec 2010 we've increased the discount to £100
(This discount is taken from your initial deposit so you now only need to pay
£100 to secure your place with a balance of £550 due before the first session in
February 2011)
WANT TO FIND OUT MORE??
Watch the promotional trailer on Youtube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iOs_4QXvQWk
BOOK NOW
Visit our website Masterclass page
http://www.completeselfprotection.com/masterclass.html
This is
open to everyone, of any experience and martial arts background.
There will be plenty of instructors on hand to tailor the training to your
level.
Please email us now to register your interest and receive your full enquiry
pack. info@alpeasland.com
Upcoming Iain Abernethy Seminars
Below you can find details of my upcoming open seminars for the next few months. I look forward to seeing you at the next event in your part of the world! Please don't hesitate to contact me (iain@iainabernethy.com) should you have any questions on any of the upcoming events below!
5th and 16th of January 2011 - Pinneberg (nearby Hamburg), Germany
Bunkai-Seminar mit Iain Abernethy, 6. Dan in Pinneberg (bei Hamburg)15. - 16.
Januar 2011. Lehrgangsort: Johannes-Brahms-Schule, Fahltskamp 36, 25421
Pinneberg. Lehrgangsinhalte: Samstag, 15.01.2011: 10:00 – 12:00; 13:00 – 15:00:
Naifanchin / Tekki; 15:30 – 16:30: Bodenarbeit. Sonntag, 16.01.2011: 10:00 –
12:00: Fortsetzung Naifanchin / Tekki; 12:30 – 13:30: Pratzentraining.
Lehrgangsgebühr: 40,00 € Hinweis: Eine Teilnahme ist ab 16 Jahren möglich. Für
eine bessere Planung wird um Voranmeldung unter Angabe von Name, Stilrichtung
und Graduierung bis zum 05.01.2011 gebeten. Bitte Handpratzen mitbringen!
Ausrichter / Sanga-Dojo - Shito-Ryu Karate-Do Genbu-Kai im SC Pinneberg
Veranstalter: Pascal Deurer, Tel.: +49 177 / 6 72 72 79. Email:
p.deurer@web.de Details in English can be
found here:
http://iainabernethy.co.uk/events/seminar-pinneberg-near-hamburg-germany
23rd of January 2011 – Ayr, Scotland
On the 23rd of January, I'll be teaching an open seminar hosted
by the Musashi Karate Club. The theme will be flow drills from the Pinan / Heian
series and two-person close range striking drills which can be done both with a
partner and on the pads (focus mitts will be available for those who do not have
their own). The seminar will run from 11am to 3pm and will be held in Alloway
Primary School, Doonholm Road, Ayr, KA7 4QQ. The seminar will cost £20 per
person and is open to all grades. Cheques (payable to Musashi Karate Club in
advance to secure place) are to be sent to the following address: Jamie Gray, 29
Highpark Road, Coylton, KA6 6QL. For further details and to book your place,
please contact Jamie Gray on Jamie@musashikarate.co.uk
or 01292 571824 (evenings & weekends).
www.musashikarate.co.uk
13th of February 2011 - Arbroath, Angus
On the 13th of February I’ll be teaching a seminar at Brothock Shotokan Karate
Club Dojo, East Grimsby (that’s beside the Harbour), Arbroath, Angus DD11 1PA
from 11.00am to 3.00pm. The seminar will cover a various aspects of practical
karate / kata bunkai with a special emphasis on takedowns and groundwork. The
cost will be £25 (pay on the day) and places are limited so you must contact the
host prior to the day to be sure of your place. The organiser is Ross Watson and
he can be reached on ross.watson1@btinternet.com
or by phone at 07856666639 or 01575 574597.
19th of February 2011 – Bridgwater, Somerset
The seminar is to be held on the 19th of Feb from 12:00 to 3:00pm at a cost of
£25 per student (14 years+ only). There is a maximum of 30 places available at
each seminar so you are encouraged to contact Andrew as quickly as possible.
This seminar will concentrate on a host of variable flow drills from Kushanku /
Kanku-dai and the Pinans / Heians that will develop fluid body motion,
relaxation, going with force and continuous domination. The seminar will be held
at the dojo: Plum Lane (end of), Dunwear, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HL. For
further information please contact Andrew Daly at
bridgwaterwado@tiscali.co.uk
You can also call Andrew on 01278 685559 or 07500847121. To secure your place,
send a cheque for the full amount made payable to ”Andrew Daly” to 47 Rowlands
Rise, Puriton, Somerset, TA7 8BU.
www.bushi.org.uk There is a short junior session (under 14years) from 10:00
to 11:30 at a cost of £15.00 each. Please contact Andrew to book places and for
details. NOTE: Only a few places left!
20th of February 2011 – Presteigne, Powys
On Sunday the 20th of February I’ll be teaching an open seminar in Presteigne, Powys. The seminar will cost £25 and will run from 11am to 3pm in East Radnor Leisure Centre, Broadaxe Lane, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2YT. Cheques (payable to “Lee Taylor”) to be sent to Lee Taylor, Shushokan Karate Clubs, 9 Kings Court, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2AJ. Lee can be contacted on 07976914617 and leeshushokankarate@msn.com Website: www.shushokan-karate-clubs.co.uk
5th of March 2011 - Thornaby,
Stockton On Tees
This
latest open seminar organised by Taisho-Do Karate will take place on the 5th of
March from 12:00pm to 5:00pm and will be held in the Harewood Space Sports and
Arts, Robert Atkinson Centre, Thorntree Road, Thornaby, Stockton On Tees,
Cleveland, TS17 8AP. The cost of the seminar is £20 (full amount or a £10
deposit secures your place). Cheques should be made payable to "Taisho-Do
Karate" and sent to Mark Raistrick, 7 Clarendon Road, Thornaby,
Stockton-on-Tees, Cleveland, TS17 8JQ. Mark can also be contacted on 07508015614
or Taishodo@aol.com for further details.
13th of March 2011 - Newton-le-willows, Merseyside
On Sunday 13th March 2011 I’ll be teaching a second seminar at SKK Judo Club,
Legh Street, Earlestown, Newton-le-willows, Merseyside, WA12 9NH. The last
sessions was great fun and I look forward to seeing everyone who was at the last
one as well as meeting some new faces. The seminar will run from 1pm to 5pm and
will cost £25.00 (payment in advance). Cheques, payable to “SSK”, to be sent to
Chris Robinson, 8 Rose Hill, Euxton, Chorley, PR7 6JX. Chris can also be
contacted via cskcinfo@googlemail.com
or 07854270569
19th and 20th of March 2011 - Brugge, Belgium
On the 19th and 20th of March I’ll be teaching my first seminar in Belgium! The
seminars will cover core bunkai principles and host of application and drills
from a variety of kata. The seminars are open to all styles. Training will take
place in B.L.O.S.O Julien Saelens, Nijverheidstraat 112, 8310 Assebroek – Brugge,
Belgium. Training on Saturday the 19th of March will run from 13:00 to 16:30.
Training on Sunday the 20th of March will run from 10:00 to 12:00. The cost for
each session is just 10 Euro (20 Euro for both) and will be paid on the day.
Places are strictly limited (50 people) so to ensure your place you need to
contact Banckaert Marco in advance to the event. Places can not be guaranteed
for those who make no prior contact. Banckaert Marco can be reached on either
marco.banckaert@skynet.be or +32
475 65 22 53. You can also contact Jason Verhaeghe (organisor) at
jason.verhaeghe@v-software.be
or via phone on +32 473 915 575
10th of April 2011 - Swindon
On the 10th of April I will be running a seminar on Kushanku / Kanku-Dai bunkai
and drills. This seminar will run from 1:00pm to 5:00pm and will be held at St
Joseph’s Catholic College, Ocotal Way, Swindon, SN3 3LR. For further details and
to book your place, please contact Andi Kidd at
Andi.Kidd@stfc.ac.uk You can also call
Andi Kidd on 07818417181. The cost of the seminar is £25 (full amount or a £15
deposit secures your place). Cheques should be made payable to “Andi Kidd” and
sent to Andi Kidd, 15 Dulverton Ave, Park North, Swindon, SN3 2NT. Places are
limited so please be sure to contact Andi as soon as possible.
8th of May 2011 - Solihull, West Midlands
On the 8th of May 2011 I’ll be teaching a seminar on bunkai drills in Solihull.
This will include flow drills, locking drills, live drills and will drills. The
aim of the seminar is to give the participants all the need to add such drills
to their own practise, training and teaching. The seminar will run from 12:00pm
to 4:00pm and will be held at North Solihull Sports Centre, Conway Road,
Chelmsley Wood, Solihull, West Midlands, B37 5LA. The cost is £25 and cheques
(payable to “Mr A M Rheeston”) should be sent to Andrew Rheeston, 27 Nevada Way,
Chelmsley Wood, Birmingham, B37 7LH. You can also contact Andrew via 07929989720
and arheeston@hotmail.com
22nd of May 2011 - Edinburgh
On the 22nd of May I'll be teaching in Edinburgh! The seminar is to be held at
Meadowbank Sport Centre, London Road, Edinburgh, EH7 6AE and will run from 12:00
to 16:00. The course will cost £25 per person and a £15 deposit must be received
before the middle of April 2011. Cheques should be made out to "Kyokushin-kan
Lyceum" and sent to Stephen McCann, 57 Gilmerton Place, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH17
8TP. For further details please contact Marta (
m.lendzian@kyokushinkan.org.uk
/ 07933309755 ) or Stephen (
s.mccann@kyokushinkan.org.uk / 07595293058 ).
4th of June 2011 - Montrose
On Saturday the 4th of June I’ll be teaching an open seminar in Montrose,
Scotland. The seminar will run from 12:30 to 4:30 and will take place at
MontroseTown Hall, Melville Gardens, DD10 8HG. Please contact Alan Dye for more
details and to confirm places via
montrose.shotokan@hotmail.co.uk
or 01674 677359. The cost is £25 and is payable on the day (contact Alan to
confirm places before the event).
www.montroseshotokan.co.uk
12th of June 2011 - Pontypridd, Wales
I'll be teaching in Pontypridd, Wales on Sunday the 12th of June. The seminar
will run form 11am to 3pm and will be held in the new One To One Gym, Main
Avenue, Trefforest Trading Est. Near Pontypridd, CF37 5UR. The cost will be £25
per person. Cheques should be made payable to "Mr Andrew O'Brien" and sent to
Andrew O'Brien, 85 Conway Rd, Pontcanna, Cardiff, CF11 9NW. Andrew can be
contacted on 01443 841165 (Work), Mobile 07772 212962, and via email at
andy0brien@aol.co.uk People should
contact Andy ASAP to book their place.
Details of Iain Abernethy’s upcoming seminars can be found on the News Page of www.iainabernethy.com To organise a seminar for your club, write to seminars@iainabernethy.com or call 01900829406.
For details of all seminars (including maps): http://iainabernethy.co.uk/seminar-dates
The British Combat Karate Association
Please
follow the link below for information on Peter Consterdine’s &
Geoff Thompson’s British Combat Karate Association!
The information pack and application form have also been uploaded to my website
and they can be downloaded from the following page:
http://iainabernethy.co.uk/news/british-combat-karate-assocation-info-packs
The BCA (British Combat Association) has undoubtedly had a bigger impact on UK
martial arts than any other body and I’m really excited about the positive
effects I see the British Combat Karate Association having. I strongly feel the
British karate scene needs an organisation like this and I’m sure it will be of
interest to many of you.
Please check out the downloads and the information below and if you have any
questions Peter will be only to happy to answer them. He can be reached at
peter@peterconsterdine.com or by
phone on 01924266016 or 07831576509. You can also write to the BCKA at BCKA, 12b
Wellgate, Ossett, Wakefield, WF5 8NS.
All the best,
Iain
Find more Information here:
http://iainabernethy.co.uk/news/british-combat-karate-assocation-info-packs
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All the best,
Iain Abernethy
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