Autumn into Winter 2026.

The start of November sees us beginning the Autumn Winter term preparing for some kyu gradings for January 2027 as well as progressing our 1st Kyu in developing and preparing for his summer dan grading. That also includes my own grading preperation and training.

For my preperation and training it now means building on the light walking, stretches and wild swimming (cold therapy), which includes more courses, running twice a week as well as getting into the gym twice a week. A busy lifestyle doesn't make it easy. Diet has also been an edge I've not considered in the past but with sport science being what it is, is helping with the process.

2027 is will just see us gradually build up the intensity, which will blend naturally and culminate at the grading for Summer School. Our kyu grades are developing nicely and both promise to be in good shape for their 3rd kyu (green).

Recruitment continues to be hit and miss, where I've had some interest but then seem to lose them before they get into the dojo. It's a tricky puzzle to unpick.

November is always an optimistic month for me, hope it is for you.

Pictures shown are from the Shin Gi Tai/Ty Sign Course held in October.

Osu!

Sensei Marc.