FITNESS

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‘FIT FOR LIFE’

Kickboxercise

This class has been running since 2006, and is still running today on a weekly basis. Here you’ll learn fitness and self-defence techniques.

‘FIT FOR LIFE’

Karate/Washinkai

Since 2010, we have been facilitating our weekly karate classes. Here you will learn discipline and techniques that are both defensive and offensive.

‘FIT FOR LIFE’

Football & Basketball

These sessions are seasonal, and are delivered through our HAF summer and winter programmes.

More fun-oriented, than educational.

Scroll down for more information on our classes, through their FAQs (most Frequently Asked Questions)

“What seems impossible today will one day become your warm-up.”

Kickboxercise

What sort of stuff will I learn?

You’ll start with fitness training aimed at conditioning the body, strengthening it as well as improving stamina and endurance. We will teach you the simplest techniques e.g., defence against someone kicking you or punching you (the most common attacks seen on the street).

We will also teach you how to position yourself correctly, fighting stance, followed by Norwood Community Group Services learning how to punch and kick correctly. As you progress, you’ll learn more techniques according to abilities. You’ll eventually be able to do some quite spectacular techniques.

Who takes up Fitness/Self-defence training?

You do hopefully! There is no one type who trains at our school. We tend to attract people who want to get fit, learn self-defence, meet new people and have fun. The average age of the club is 8 upwards to mid-teens, though the age range varies considerably. We have roughly as many young boys and young girls in attendance.

Mentor/Support: Our ethos is to support/mentor those young people who attend our projects, we have trained mentors on the ground, who will listen and support those young people who need it.

I’m really unfit – does this matter?

No, Training is geared towards what you personally can do so you don’t need to be fit to start. You will certainly get fit through regular training; the class consists of circuit training which means you will put through different tasks in a circuit of disciplines for I minute.

Does it hurt?

It depends on each individual’s body condition. We encourage all students to do as much as they can, ‘practice makes perfect’, no one is pushed beyond their capabilities and we always asses each young person before putting them through training. If you’re not at a high fitness level, then you are likely to ache a day or two after your first session but this vanishes as you continue to train. To date, we have had no serious injuries and all students are supervisors in a controlled learning environment.

Where to find us/ how much is the costs?

You can find us at the Elm Green school, Elm Court Road, West Norwood SE27 9BZ. No enrolment fee required; this project is free!

What are the outcomes?

1. You will achieve discipline

2. You will become more flexible

3. You will Improve your stamina and endurance

4. You will learn self-defence techniques

5. You can achieve an AQA (Assessment and Qualifications Alliance) accreditation

This project is fully insured and all trainers/teachers are fully qualified and DBS checked. We also have a (ICO) Information Commissioner’s Office data protection policy in place and a qualified first aider on site.

Karate

What is Karate/Washinkai?

Traditional Karate, Washinkai discipline is the art and science of self-defence; improvement through the development of self-control of the mind and body and improved understanding, achieved through the practice.

Who are we?

We are a professionally run karate organisation, founded in 1978 by Sensei Chris Thompson (7 th Dan) The British Traditional Karate Association (BTKA) has gone from strength to strength and now has over 1000 members and 40 clubs throughout the south of England. The average age of this club is 8 upwards to mid-teens, though the age range varies considerably. We have roughly as many young boys as there are young girls in attendance.

Mentoring/Support: Our ethos is to support/mentor those young people who attend our projects, we have trained mentors on the ground, who will listen and support those young people who need it.

Do I need to be ultra-fit?

The simple answer is no, karate is an excellent way to improve fitness, but many fail to recognise the other benefits that come from the practice of martial arts. In a short time, you will notice not only improvements in your fitness, but also flexibility, confidence and self-awareness.

Is it very disciplined?

Yes! We don’t tend to shout at people as encouragement works much better. However, we don’t tolerate disruptive and disrespectful behaviour; all we ask for is respect for teachers and others in the class.

Where to find us/ how much is the costs?

The Old Library 14-16 Knights Hill, West Norwood, London SE27 0HY. Your Sensei/Teacher will be Sted Gray qualified 5th Dan.

The attendance fee per session is only £4 each for young people, you can also become affiliated member with BTKA, by:

Obtain a license which allows you entry to competitions is £35/Per Annum
Grading/Belts is £20
Gyi’s can purchased with a starting cost of £15 upwards

What sort of stuff will I learn? What are the outcomes?

Inherited physical disciplines, in the form of blocks, strikes, punches and kicks structured into kihon

(basic techniques) kata (set combinations of techniques) and kumite (sparring/fighting).

1. You will achieve discipline

2. You will become more flexible

3. You will learn self-defence techniques

4. You can progress through grading and achieving different belts

5. You can achieve AQA (Assessment and Qualifications Alliance) accreditation

Basketball & Football

Below are some brief FAQs for Basketball and Football.

Who takes up Football?

Mostly young boys who want to play in the premiership! We tend to attract young people with this kind of mindset. We always emphasise on the importance of education and encourage the young people in attendance to focus on studies first. We only provide this fun activity during our Summer and Winter projects. So, if you want to build up your stamina, get fit, meet new people and have fun, sign up. The average ages of the users are from seven - upwards though the age range varies considerably.

Does it hurt? (Football)

Bumps and bruises are inevitable in any sports. We don’t do hard tackling so these are kept to a minimum. We have a first aider on sight at all times, serious injuries are extremely rare and to date we have had none. If you’re not at a high fitness level then you are likely to ache a day or two after your first session, but this vanishes as you continue to participate.

What sort of stuff will I learn?(Football)

You’ll start with the simplest techniques e.g., Ball controls, passing and understanding that this game is all about team work. You will learn the importance of working as a unit and recognise that every team player has a role to play.

Who takes up basketball?

No specific type! We attract all types of young people, some just like the fun element, some like the competitive element, it all depends on the individual.

What sort of stuff will I learn? (Basketball)

You’ll start with the simplest techniques e.g. Ball control, passing and understanding that this game is all about team work. You’ll eventually be able to do some quite spectacular manoeuvres.

How often do I have to come?

These activities is only delivered twice a year through our Lambeth Food & Fun programme so there is no pressure to attend. Remember it’s a fun activity. All you need to remember, is that Basketball and Football, like any other sports, require practice and the more you train the quicker you’ll progress.