Information Dutch IOGKF Gasshuku 2024
Dear reader,
Here is additional information about the Dutch Gasshuku 2024, organized by the IOGKF Netherlands.
The gasshuku
On 13 & The time has come on April 14, when the IOGKF World Chief Instructor, Sensei Nakamura, 8th dan, who lives in Canada, and the Okinawa resident IOGKF Chief Instructor of Japan, Sensei Yamashiro, 8th dan, to the Netherlands, for a two-day training internship.
This is a unique opportunity to gain deep experiences and insights into Okinawa goju-ryu karate. Many have experienced both teachers before. In the Netherlands or abroad. For me they are still important sources of inspiration, valued colleagues and good friends. They both have a mature and unique way of conveying the essence of Okinawa goju-ryu karate. I will also teach myself and do my best to make a worthy and meaningful contribution.
Furthermore, the gasshuku is also a great opportunity to spend time with acquaintances from home and abroad.
For whom?
This event is organized by and for the IOGKF Netherlands. It is open to karatekas who train at one of the dojos affiliated with the IOGKF Netherlands or at IOGKF dojos in Abroad. The minimum age for participation is 16 years.
On Friday they will also teach youth in Tiel, but that will be organized separately.
Registration
You can register at this page. There is also the option to register for a joint buffet [see below].
For the quick booker there is the opportunity to save costs on the ticket price. The early bird discount ends on February 15.
Training for one day is possible, but not recommended. It is recommended that you register for the two full days to experience the full experience of a ‘gasshuku’. That’s a really different experience than just taking a few training sessions.
If there is a storm, people who book for the entire weekend will be given priority.
Registration for the gasshuku closes on Wednesday, April 10.
Tickets and information about T-shirts will also be added before the end of February.
Costs
| Early booking discount IOGKF Members up to and including shodan |
€90.00 |
| Early booking discount IOGKF Members nidan and higher |
€110.00 |
| After February 15: IOGKF Members until shodan |
€105.00 |
| After February 15: IOGKF Members nidan and above |
€125.00 |
Prices excluding booking costs [these will be charged during the booking process with the ticket app.
Training schedule
The training schedule is still subject to change, but as it stands now, there are six one-hour training sessions for the karatekas up to and including 1st dan. or longer, plus joint warm-ups and a cool down and/or spirit training at the end. Three a day.
For 2nd dan and higher there are two additional training sessions on Sunday afternoon.
Saturday’s training is expected to last from 10 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. [afterwards exams] and on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 12.45 p.m. for karatekas up to and including 1 st and until approximately 4 p.m. hours for karatekas of 2nd grade and higher.
Exams
There are exams on Saturday afternoon. Registration is done through your dojo leader and participation is only possible after approval by the dojo leader. Participation in the gasshuku is a requirement. As always, registration must be completed and submitted at least one week in advance. Candidates for black belt degrees are expected, where possible, to appear at the preceding central training sessions and/or to train several times in the honbu dojo.
Location
The training and exams take place in the Jan Massinkhal, Nieuwe Dukenburgseweg 5, Nijmegen.
Joint dinner
On Saturday evening there will be a shared meal at ‘De Wereldkeuken‘ of the Triavium, Van Rosenburgweg 2A, 6537TW , Nijmegen. About 6 minutes by car from the Jan Massinkhal. Dinner is a buffet. The costs for this are 39.95 p.p. [for two hours including soft, regular beer, wine, coffee, tea]. You can buy special beer and spirits at the bar for an additional charge. There is a wide range of vegetarian options and also sufficient options for people with gluten allergies and lactose allergies. Options for vegans are very limited.
Any family members or friends who are coming along, but not training, can book separately for dinner.
Please note!: if you park at the Triavium you need an exit ticket. You must purchase this yourself at the cash register on site.
Overnight accommodation options
There are nearby cheap group sleeping options in Training Center Michi by Sensei Niek Hermsen [Jan Massinkhal to Michi Training Center, Staddijk, Nijmegen – Google Maps ]. About 7 minutes by car. The costs for this are € 15 per person per night. Includes breakfast and the option to make a packed lunch. Please contact info@trainingscentrum-michi.nl. Follow this link for more information.
Or a little further away in KenKon in Wageningen [Jan Massinkhal to KenKon, Nieuwe Kanaal, Wageningen – Google Maps ]. There are no fewer than three dojos available there. For this option you need a car or a lift. About 35 minutes by car. The costs for this are €10 per night. Please contact my assistant, Ingrid Bos, via ingrid@kenkon.org. If there is sufficient interest, breakfast will be arranged for an additional €5.
Forhotels and B & Be refer you to the known websites for this purpose.
Questions?
I expect it to be a great event. In any case, we are inspired to make it happen.
Sincerely,
Sydney Leijenhorst
