Thursday, 6 February 2025

Quote of the Week - 6th February

This quotation reminds us of Alan's instruction to smile during practise.

You don't stop laughing because you grow old. You grow old because you stop laughing.

Michael Pritchard 

Practise on Monday 10th February

On Monday we should be practising some techniques from morotedori attack (two hands to one). last Monday we practised three techniques from katedori tsuki. Iriminage, kotegaeshi and ikkyo irimi.

Margaret

Thursday, 30 January 2025

Quote of the Week - 30th January

Something from O Sensei this week.

Do not look on this world with fear and loathing. Bravely face whatever the gods offer.

Morihei Ueshiba 

Thursday, 23 January 2025

Quote of the Week - 23rd January

More encouragement - this time from Maya Angelou.

All great achievements require time.

Maya Angelou 

Thursday, 16 January 2025

Quote of the Week - 16th January

A quotation from Bruce Lee this week.

Don't fear failure..... in great attempts it is glorious even to fail.

Bruce Lee

Tuesday, 14 January 2025

Anniversary Dinner 10th January 2025

We had our Anniversary Dinner at our usual venue, Astley Bank in Darwen. Despite the snow, everyone managed to drive up the steep and rather slippery road to the hotel. The meal was pronounced first class and a convivial evening was enjoyed by all. We are now thinking ahead to a Midsummer Dinner. Watch this space! 

Friday, 10 January 2025

Quote of the Week - 10th January

Something from Confucius this week.

Success depends upon previous preparation, and without such preparation there is sure to be failure.

Confucius