Monday, March 16, 2009

Spring Camp 2009


This Year Camp will take place in Kilrea, Co. Derry on Sat 25th Apr - Sun 26th Apr 2009. This year we will focus on the Blokop (Crane) Mannerism in preparation for the May Gradings, along with training in the Pendang covering aspects of Girang and Suilwa. This is an ideal opportunity to experience Silat and to prepare Physical and Mentally for the forthcoming May Gradings. As a bonus Guru Liam will be teaching combat aspects of Kera (Ape - Mannerism) covering exclusive material for the first time in Ireland. The cost of this year Camp is €110 (pre booking before 19th April €130 after) and this includes accomadation and Breakfast in Portneal lodge. Each room is ensuite, with satelite tv, tea and coffee facilities. Portneal Lodge has its own bar and Golf and Fishing is available to guest. The lodge is situated, on the River Bann in a small forest. There is excellent walks, and is ideally suited as a great getaway and de stressing break. A number of students are taking their cars so if you want to car pool let me know as soon as possible. Please note events you take part outside of silat training are a extra cost. For students not staying at Portneal Lodge training fee is €50 / £45 one day €75 / £65 for two Advance booking only!


Timetable - Sat 26th April
11.00 Training comences
15.00 Guru Baharau Gradings
16.00 Go Kart - Dirt Buggy Afternoon Activitity at largest race track in UK (Golf / Fishing available for the more sedate students).
19.30 Evening Banquet at Manor Lodge


Timetable - Sun 27th April
08.15 Morning Breathing / Jurus Exercises beside River (weather permitting)
09.00 Breakfast at Portneal
11.00 Training Commences
15.00. Workshops Ends - Guru Babarau and Guru Award Cermony.
The camp is open to all levels of students and even if its your first time experience the art you are more than welcome. There are only 24 beds available at Portneal lodge so it the upmost importance you book early. If you wish to stay a extra night this can be arranged. Contact Guru Liam 087 9956569 or e-mail guruliam@hotmail.com



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