Feb 16, 2023
The annual black belt gasshuku, held over the first weekend of February each year, is one of the highlights of my karate calendar. It offers a focused time to connect with our fellow black belts, reflect on where we are in our journey, both individually and as a...
Dec 21, 2022
As the sun sets on 2022, Samurai Claremont gathers for one last session! This morning our dojo is the magnificent Muizenberg beach, and as always we’re practicing the art of “kime” – the Japanese word for power and focus. The focus today is on...
Dec 17, 2022
A big OSAAA to our young warriors who graded to black belt and new Dan grades last Saturday, and to our adults yesterday. You are a testament that all can achieve much through continuous effort and commitment over many years. Congrats karateka and to your families and...
Sep 9, 2022
Kim Prytz sensei achieved the mammoth task of successfully swimming breaststroke to Robben Island and back in 10:26:39, making her the 1st person in the world to do so. Together with Shihan Chris Thompson, his wife Jean Thompson, and Samurai Claremont, Kim raised...
Aug 4, 2022
#1 Sure is an awesome position to be in. OSAAA and congratulations to everybody involved. I am super stoked of us as a team for producing a fantastic result at Nationals. WELL DONE!! It is a testament to your effort and consistent hard work in the fundamentals. ...
May 9, 2022
Oss Karateka WOW – what an awesome result by our dojo across all age groups. Congrats and well done to all our competitors, refs, table officials, helpers, parents and most of all to the best instructors from our dojo for their consistent good work. I’m...
