Simon PuffettShinji Budo Kai CourseNewton Abbot, Devon - UK-with Guest Instructor Simon Puffett SenseiThe Dojo Cho of Shinji Budo Kai Sensei Ray Brown extended an invitation to Simon Puffett Sensei after having met and trained together at the Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society Summer School in August'08. The summer school was lead by Gwynne Jones Shihan and held in Burry Port in the South of Wales in August’08. The invitation to hold the Newton Abbot course was the perfect opportunity to bring together the southern regional Dojo’s affiliated to the Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society.
The weekend course held on the 4th & 5th of October'08 brought together instructors and students from as far and wide as Penzance, Plymouth, Brighton, Paignton, Western Super Mare and Abertillery in the South of Wales.
Humility and hilarity was the order of each day, with Sensei
Simon explaining and demonstrating the antipodean approach and
application to Taijutsu and Aikido weaponry that he has received
from his Instructor and World Aikikai Foundation Representative
for Japan Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the camaraderie and experience that was brought to the mat by those individuals who attended. The waza throughout the weekend included various techniques ranging from Hamni Handachi and Tachi Waza, Tanto Tori, Bokken & Jo Suburi and respective Kumi Tachi waza suitable for all levels of learning. The Shinji Budo Kai Course in Newton Abbot was a great success and a credit to those individuals that generously gave the time and effort to organise the event.
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More Medals for SBK members Once again Shinji Budo Kai members had a successful day at the recent Bedminster Judokwai mini mons. 
As it was half term only 5 members could make to the competition
this time but it looked at one stage as if all five would be
walking away with medals. As it turned out Jake had to withdraw
due to injury (inflicted accidentally by his brother Luca). Which
meant our final medal tally was; 1 Gold, 2 Silver and 1 Bronze.
Jake and Luca had been neck and neck in the medal stakes to date
and it looked as if it was going to be a repeat of there previous
competitions with the brothers finding themselves once
again in the finals.Unfortunately
in the quarter finals Jake took a heavy fall with Luca
accidentally landing on top of him both winding him and
bruising his ribs. Jake was no longer able to compete and had to
withdraw from the competition.
Sam who has only been doing Judo
for a few months entered his first competition and did himself
proud by coming away with a silver medal, quite an achievement
for his first outing.
Yoran found the day tough going but bravely fought his way
through the pool and came away with our second bronze, this again
being only his 2nd
experience of Judo
competition. 
It was a very long day for Rob, this was his last opportunity for him to compete in a minimons as he turns sixteen soon. His weigh in was at 9.30 but he did not get onto the mat until well after 3.00 in the afternoon. It all proved well worth it though as he just lost out in the finals and earned himself a very deserving silver medal.
Congratulations and well done to all of you.
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New BJA Grading SyllabusNew Junior Grading SyllabusPlease find below details of the new syllabus. Also check to out the updated syllabus pages on the web site click here
British Judo Association This syllabus, effective from 1 April 2008, supersedes all
previously published syllabi. All previously taken theory
examinations for 7-18 Mon are no longer valid.JUNIOR MON GRADE PROMOTION SYLLABUS EFFECTIVE 1ST APRIL 2008 Within the British Judo Association (BJA) there are 18 Mon grades. Promotion within the Mon grades is based on technical knowledge and understanding, together with Japanese terminology and supplementary knowledge. There is no contest requirement in the Mon Grade syllabus however there is a progressively structured randori element at the higher grades, where at the highest level, Randori is based on open skills. For grades up to and including 9th Mon, gradings must be completed within the candidate’s club and can be examined by the same coach that instructed the candidate. 10th Mon and above it is advised that another coach other than that, that instructed the candidate should take the grading. With regular study and training, the judoka should be able to complete the syllabus by the age of 18 (the keen judoka may complete it as early as 15 years of age). It is, however, vitally important that all they follow the progressive study of techniques detailed in this syllabus and attempt promotion to next grade at regular intervals. Important Notes: 1. Candidates can only be graded one grade at a time. 2. Although there is no contest requirement in this promotion syllabus, judoka are encouraged to participate in competition of the appropriate level for their age and experience. There are many competitive opportunities which can be used to supplement the judoka’s technical development. MINIMUM AGE The minimum age a judoka may attempt promotion is 5 years of age. The recommended maximum grade that can be held before the age of 8 is 6th Mon. Judoka may choose to seek promotion under the Senior Kyu Grade syllabus on reaching 14 years of age. Important Note: Judoka aged 14 and 15 years of age choosing to seek promotion under the Senior Kyu Grade Syllabus are not required to take out senior membership of the BJA. Players are encouraged seek advice from their coach on whether they should seek promotion under the Senior Kyu Grade Syllabus. TIME REQUIREMENTS/FREQUENCY OF PROMOTIONS Novice up to and including 6th Mon ages 5-7 Candidates may be promoted one Mon every 3 calendar months. Novice up to and including 6th Mon — ages 8-17 Candidates may be promoted one Mon every calendar month. This allowance for ages 8-17 is because it is known and accepted that at this age range young people have a greater capacity for learning and therefore more able to undertake examination at shorter interval. From 7th Mon and above — all ages Candidates are limited to one promotion every two calendar months. The recommended minimum time period between attempts at any promotion for 7th Mon and above is four weeks, however, there is no limit to the number of attempts to gain promotion. A month is a calendar month e.g. a candidate can be examined any date in January and then any date in March. This means a candidate can enter a maximum of six gradings per year, following a learning pathway of continuous progress however it is anticipated they would go up 1 belt colour per year NOTES ON THE TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS For promotion to all grades, candidates are required to know the common English names and meaning of all Japanese terminology used for the grade and, where appropriate, must be able to discuss with the examiner the reasons for their choice of technique, grip etc, Techniques must be demonstrated in an appropriate practical situation and is intended that the exam process should be become greater in depth as the candidate progresses through the grades and acquires greater knowledge and understanding of Judo. Some terminology has been included in the earlier grades to ensure that the candidate is conversant with, for example, the main terms used in refereeing. From 7th Mon (juniors) and above there is no specific Ukemi requirement. The candidate may, however, be required to act as Uke and must be able to demonstrate the level of Ukemi required by the grade. All demonstrations will be presented in a formal manner either static or on the move to the candidate’s preferred side. All throws will be demonstrated once only. The examiner may ask for further demonstrations and will also test that the candidate understands the key principles involved in the application of the technique. Techniques and applications must be demonstrated in an appropriate practical situation that includes attacking opportunity, best grip and movement. The examiner may test the candidate on any items from any of the previous grades already passed. Candidates for examination must wear clean judogi and maintain a high standard of personal hygiene. Hair must be secured back, if it is long enough to impede their partner. No metallic or hard object may be worn – rings must be removed, it is not sufficient to cover them with adhesive tape. Candidates are to be conversant with the contest rules in particular, prohibited acts. Male and female candidates may be examined together as can candidates of different ages and physique. Candidates achieving 18th Mon can convert to 1st Kyu after the age of 14. They must have a record of contest activity on at least 2 occasions within the last 24 months recorded in their BJA record book under "Record of Judo Events Attended” before entering a competitive Dan grading and must be a minimum age of 15. Although there are no specified requirements, the candidate must understand and observe the simple regulations and terminology governing randori, including the correct method for signalling submission. PERSONAL CHOICE For each grade there is an element of personal choice. This element has been included to encourage originality and to assist the judoka in developing a personal style which is suitable for their physique and personality. TERMINOLOGY AND SUPPLEMENTARY KNOWLEDGE There is a limited amount of supplementary knowledge required, the main emphasis on the use of the correct Japanese terminology. For promotion to all grades, candidates are required to know the common English names and meaning of all Japanese terminology used for the grade and, where appropriate, must be able to discuss with the examiner the reasons for their choice of technique, grip etc. FAST TRACKING Judoka taking up the sport at the of 12 years of age and above may be ‘Fast Tracked’ in their first year of BJA membership a maximum of three Mon grades in each of their first two gradings i.e. Novice to 3rd Mon and 3rd Mon to 6th Mon. Also check to out the updated syllabus pages on the web site click here
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Ray & Andy's Rumble Andy One of the managers at Dartmouth Leisure centre told me he could make me tap out in a fight.I decided to let him try and this is the result. the batteries went in the camera so some footage is missing. It is light hearted but raised money for Sports Relief. Hope you enjoy
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Devon Mini Mons 2008SHINJI BUDO KAI WINS 16 MEDALS AT THE DEVON MINI MONS JUDO COMPETION KINGSBRIDGE
We took 19 Judo players to Kingsbridge Sunday 9th
March 2008and came away with 16 of our squad winning medals.
For some of the members this was their first experienceof a large-scale competition with competitors coming from all of the Southwest and as far a field as Gloucester and Dorset. Ray was ecstatic with 16 medals from the 19 entries, “getting up early on a Sunday morning to arrive for the 8:30am weigh-in is a challenge in itself, this result is fantastic!”
Ray, Jennifer and Sarah would like to say how very impressed we were with the pulling together of every one concerned; this result is a joint effort, well done. The support from parents and friends was remarkable as was the team spirit; something, that Martial Arts is all about and something I like in particular encourage in my classes.
The results for the Shinji Budo Kai Judo Squad representing Ronindo Judo were: GoldMedallists: Luca Bonci Holly Fear
SilverMedallists Jake Bonci Finlay Cashman Talia Zaki Amy Allen Jonty Coles
BronzeMedallists Scarlett Hodge Thomas Blaynee Adam Hodgkinson Danni Fowler Ellie Burdon Oscar White Yoran Sheppard Ethan Anning Daniel Duncum Other squad members were: Zacharia Hodge, Callum Binnie and Kieran Binnie, who all fought bravely. Congratulations to you all on a very successful day. Ray
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Nakazono Course Neath I went to this course in Neath it was very enjoyable. I thought you might like to see this clip. Ray
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