It’s always a pleasure to have visitors pop by to see us at the Dojo to say “GIDDAY”…..
Senpai Matt we certainly loved seeing you and catching up with you and we have certainly missed your outrageous sense of humour since you moved to Melbourne…
You haven’t changed a bit, still handsome and witty as ever….and always ready to have a yarn after class with us all over a beer or two….
We hope that you will enjoy the rest of your stay in NZ as you visit and catch up with family and friends…
Wishing you Rachael and Senpai Jacob all the very best for a fantastic Xmas and a Happy New Year back in Melbourne….Catch you over there in OZ 2023….
Our first EIKO HANSHI Juniors and Collegiates KATA Tournament was celebrated with the privileged attendance for the whole day of Eiko Hanshi Renzie Hanham and his beautiful partner Cath….
The occasion also acknowledging the recent passing of Eiko Hanshi Andy Barber with a very heartfelt moment of silent remembrance by all….
It was a most Momentous Tournament Occasion on so many levels….
the beginning of an event that has been a long held dream and aspiration by myself, Kyoshi Garry and Senpai Leighton as the SZETO family
an event that will celebrate and acknowledge into the future the significant and long lasting dedication and achievements of all our SEIDO Eiko Hanshi
a day of co-celebration for all SEIDO Karate Wellington Region Dojo, all SEIDO students and all growing Dojo communities
the continued opportunity to celebrate and reinforce the core values of our SEIDO practise as Dojo, students and dojo communities
Thank you to all the SEIDO Wellington Region Dojo Senior Black Belts, Class Instructors and students for being there and making the occasion so very special and enjoyable…(apologies if I missed anyone)
Wellington Dojo – Sei Shihan Glenys, Jun Shihan Dennis, Kyoshis Kim, Anna, Siobhan, Bruce, Ian, Senpais Cath, Christine, Ben, Nomi, Dan, Hashim, and Liam
Upper Hutt Dojo – Sensei Graeme Jarvis, Senpais Ben, Teri and Nick
Kapiti Dojo – Sensei Karen Millane, Senpais Ari, John and Nicola
Northland Dojo – Kyoshi Garry, Senpais Cheyanne and Molly
Thank you also to Shuseki Shihan Ben, Jun Shihan Peter and Avis (Wellington Dojo), Senpai Vivian (Auckland Dojo) and Senpai Dean (Manawatu Dojo) for being there in spirit with pre-existing arrangements and circumstances not allowing your attendances on the day….
Thank you most of all to the army of Amazing and Generous SEIDO Lower Hutt Dojo people who contributed so much in time, resources, food and products to make the day such an enjoyable and successful day for all….
Behind the Scenes Special Op’s Crew – Senpai Kathy, Chris B, Jason S
On the Day Black Belts – Sensei Mel, Senpais Brendan, Leighton, Peri, Vince, Phil B, Lee, Jason and Issac
On the Day Ring Assistants – Zuzanna C-B, Tony D, Sean H, Tamati K, Craig B
On the Day Food and Coffee Stall Helpers – Clint P, Shelley P, Tony L, Josh McK, Simone T, Farrand T, Jemma G, Holly D, Senpai isabelle
But most of all to our Wonderfully Dedicated Dojo Parents for your Continued Support of all our Very Courageous and Talented Junior and Collegiate students as they continue with their SEIDO Karate Practise and Unique Journeys…..
My deepest and sincere thank you to Eiko Hanshi Renzie for being there with Cath to make the occasion so very special for us all and for sharing with us life’s most precious resource – your time and company……
With Heartfelt Gratitude, Respect and Love
OSU Ken Szeto and all at SEIDO Karate Lower Hutt Dojo
Our Heartfelt Respect, Gratitude and Love to you Eiko Hanshi Andy….
We will sit still tonight at black belt class…
We will remember you, we will appreciate you and we will celebrate your life with tears of sadness for your passing and tears of happiness for the many memories you leave behind with us all…
You are now needed in another place, a place of higher beings, a place where there is only Respect, Gratitude and Love for all….
We will all miss you immensely and we will all feel your absence deep within our inner selves as karate-ka, as Dojo and as a worldwide SEIDO Community…
Our Love and Support to Sei Shihan Jane, Jun Shihan Aaron and all family……
Respect, Gratitude and Love to you Eiko Hanshi Andy….
Welcome to the first SEIDO Karate Wellington Region Eiko Hanshi Tournament
On Saturday June 18th 2022, Kaicho Nakamura (Founder and Head of the World SEIDO Karate Organisation) made the most special of awards to the 3 highest ranked students in SEIDO Karate worldwide.
In recognition of their lifelong dedication and significant contributions to SEIDO Karate globally, each were awarded the special title of “Eiko Hanshi” a title uniquely reserved for these 3 amazing individuals. A title that will never be awarded again.
The meaning of “Eiko”
“Ei” meaning eternal or everlasting
“Ko” meaning “light”
SEIDO Karate’s “Eiko”Hanshi:
Eiko Hanshi Charles Martin 8th Dan (Honbu, New York, USA)
Eiko Hanshi Renzie Hanham 8th Dan (Christchurch Shibu, New Zealand)
Eiko Hanshi Andy Barber 8th Dan (Nelson Shibu, New Zealand)
It is with much privilege that we will now celebrate these tournaments as the “Eiko Hanshi Tournaments” in recognition of the achievements of our Eiko Hanshi, most particularly Hanshi Renzie and Hanshi Andy.
Eiko Hanshi Renzie Hanham will be attending this tournament
To make our first Eiko Hanshi Tournament even more special Hanshi Renzie will be joining us on tournament day with his beautiful partner Cath.
So join us as we celebrate as a SEIDO Community of teachers, students, parents, children and families.
Eiko Hanshi Tournament – Juniors and Collegiates Kata Tournament 2022
Location: St Oran’s College, 550 High Street, Lower Hutt
Registration Fees: Per student and per parent (enter as many events as you are eligible to enter for the one registration fee)
$40 – per participating Junior or Collegiate student
$20 – per participating Parent or Adult student in Parent & Child Kata event
Age Groups: Age as at date of tournament
Primary:
5-6 years
7-8 years
9-10 years
11-12 years
Collegiate:
13-15 years
16-18 years
Events: Male and Female competitors combined
Individual Kata – by Age Groups and Belt Divisions
3 Person Team Kata – by All Ages and Belt Divisions
Weapons Kata – Black Belts Only
Fun Events:
Whole Dojo Kata – each attending Dojo to do a Kata of their choice or design
Parent & Child Kata – by All Ages and Belt Level of Parent
Scoring: Scorecard System
Only one Judge per attending Dojo per KATA ring
Score Card System – score awarded between 7-10
0.5 scores allowed between 7-8
0.1 scores allowed between 8-10
Top 5 scores play off for 1st, 2nd and 3rd medal placings
We look forward to the attendance of all our flourishing greater Wellington Region Seido Karate Dojo
Seido Karate Brooklyn Dojo
Seido Karate Lower Hutt Dojo
Seido Karate Upper Hutt Dojo
Seido Karate Kapiti Dojo
Seido Karate Northland Dojo (Wellington)
Seido Karate Manawatu Dojo
Seido Karate Hastings Dojo
The Tournament is also a DOJO FUNDRAISING Event
The 2022 tournament will continue to be a DOJO FUNDRAISING event with funds raised dedicated towards the development of Junior & Collegiate Leadership & Overseas Travel Programmes.
Our Amazing Dojo YUMMYFOOD STALL teams will have our usual selection of yummy foods (BBQ sausage sizzle, pies, tasty sandwiches and home baked cakes, hot coffee, tea and cold drinks throughout the day to keep everyone happy and fuelled up for a great day of competition and SEIDO community mixing, mingling and friendship.
REGISTRATION – Available online from Thursday 14th JULY 2022
Please register for the tournament through the following QR Code or Linked Form:
Important Note:You will need to register each competitor separately. Once you have registered online you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to make payment.
Please reference each student registration with:
Full name of student and
Student Dojo
Please Note:Registration only confirmed when full payment has been received.
Wishing you all the best adventure and culture that life can offer for your next chapter working and living in Singapore with Lisa…..
Your trademark patience and tolerance with teaching and your good fun humour will be greatly missed by us all….and especially by your 2 twin brothers in mischief, Senpai Phil and Senpai Lee…
Make the most of your time in Singapore with Lisa and we will all look forward to hearing of your adventures and fun times ahead…
Much love to you both and warmest wishes always
OSU Ken Szeto and all at SEIDO Karate Lower Hutt Dojo
It was an absolute pleasure to have Senpai Nick, (one of our own home grown Lower Hutt Dojo students) and dad Mark back at the Dojo with us for the night…
Senpai Nick and family now living in Brisbane for the last 3 years….
It was fantastic to see you both and even better seeing Senpai Nick enjoying some training with so many of his fellow Dojo friends and black belts…
It was a lovely time to catch up with you both over pizza and drinks afterwards with everyone and so pleasing to hear that you are all doing so well in sunny Brisbane with your study and work pursuits…
Looking forward to seeing you all again sooner rather than later…
Much love to mum and keep doing what you are doing over there…..Having FUN in SUN the land of OZ…
Warmest and best wishes always
OSU Ken Szeto and all at SEIDO Karate Lower Hutt Dojo
It was an emotional night for everyone as Dojo black belts, adult and fellow collegiate students and friends wished Luke the very best for his next life chapter with a move to Christchurch to begin your tertiary studies at Canterbury University….
Thank you for the wonderful privilege of having you and all your amazing family involved with our little Dojo since you were 7 years old… we are all so very proud of the wonderful young man that you have become…
I am absolutely positive that your SEIDO journey with Christchurch Shibu will be a special one under the nurturing and encouraging guidance and care of Hanshi Renzie, all Shibu Seniors and class instructors….
Our Love and Best Wishes go to you and we will all look forward to hearing of the many successes and special achievements in store for you in the exciting year ahead…
With much Love and Special Memories
OSU Ken Szeto and all at SEIDO Karate Lower Hutt Dojo
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND THE HAPPIEST OF NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS WITH FAMILIES AND FRIENDS
Thank you everyone for another Wonderful Year at the Dojo…..
Despite all the challenges faced with COVID we have managed to overcome them and emerge with a huge sense of positive anticipation for the many new opportunities that will arise in the exciting new year ahead….
2022 is already looking FUN, ACTIVITY FILLED and ABSOLUTELY, POSITIVELY, POSITIVE for everyone……..
Dojo last day of classes is Thursday 16th December and re-opens Monday 17th January 2022
So, please make the effort to take and make time over the coming weeks and months to rest up, relax and enjoy time, love and laughter with families and friends over the Christmas, New Year and School Holiday period…
It was simply an “AWESOME SEIDO DAY of CELEBRATION”….
The talent and potential of our Wellington Region Junior Students and their Parents on awesome display….
This year it was a special treat to have 7 of the region’s Dojo in attendance with their talented junior students, parents and families….
SEIDO Wellington
SEIDO Upper Hutt
SEIDO Kapiti
SEIDO Northland (Wellington)
SEIDO Manawatu
SEIDO Hastings and
SEIDO Lower Hutt (Host Dojo)
Thank you to all the many Black Belts and Senior Brown Belts who came to assist with judging for the day….
Thank you to all Dojo instructors and tournament coaches for your dedicated efforts in preparing and training your students for such an enjoyable day of competition and friendship…
Thank you to all our Dojo parents for your ever present support of all our very talented juniors and their SEIDO Karate journeys…
Thank you to all the Lower Hutt Tournament Team members and our amazing parents and volunteers for their endless generosity so willingly provided in support of this very popular tournament…
And most of all thank you to all our wonderfully talented SEIDO Juniors in the Wellington Region for bringing your Courage and Energy to make this tournament day so very special and enjoyable for all….
Sensei’s, Senpai’s, Adult Students, Collegiate Students, Junior Students, Parents and all Family members of SEIDO Karate Lower Hutt Dojo and Northland Dojos
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart” for making the day with Hanshi Renzie and Catherine so very special for me, our Dojo’s and the SZETO family…
The day couldn’t have turned out any better….it was a dream come true….
The fantastic kata demonstrations, the great questions from the kids, the warmth from everyone towards each other and the always generous gifts of homemade food which have become a trademark of our wonderful Dojo culture and a testament to the giving attitudes of everyone involved with it…
“Thank you…”
Thank you to the amazing BBQ team for your tireless cooking efforts all morning and the many many people who supported with further food preparation and getting everything else ready for and on the day….
Thank you to Sensei Garry, your talented students and your wonderfully supportive parents and families for attending and strengthening the bonds of friendship between our Dojo’s, our students and our families…
Thank you to Hanshi Renzie for your continued wisdom and life insights and to Catherine for keeping Hanshi Renzie on time, on topic and in the moment..
Thank you to you both for sharing life’s most precious resource with us all….”your time”
And last but not least, to all the students, individuals and families that make SEIDO Karate Lower Hutt the unique Dojo and Dojo community that it is…
OSU Everyone….
Much Love, Respect and Gratitude Ken Szeto, Sensei Garry Szeto and Senpai Leighton Szeto
