... Championships Rules Training
23 May 2004

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The afternoon continued with a further analysis of the scoring system: 1 point for a clear punch / kick .... 2 points for evasion and counter attack, or block and counter attack, or jumping kick (both feet off the ground).

1st Ji red belt Mr Chris Edmunds from East Grinstead - a clear cher chaui ti (side thrust kick) evaded by his opponent
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Duan grades refereed by Ms Stephanie Harvey

Men Duan grades demonstrating a clear one point score for Cher Chuai Ti (side thrust kick). Note that the side kick scores as it has gone past the Sia Duan Tang (low block) before it is completed. Referee Master Colin Calvin.

Grandmaster Loke reminded everyone of the importance of the 'Harn' - shout. This is important to indicate that the strike is intentional. A point cannot be scored unless a shout accompanies the attacking technique.

Mr Nick Evagorou, 2nd Duan Croydon and sparring partner 'think alike' - with a simultaneous spin back kick

Everyone was reminded that the specified target area is from the opponent's head down to the belt (front) and for Duan grades only the back above the belt (non contact). This is because Duan grades have a higher skill level than lower grades, and extra caution and control is required when targeting the back of the opponent.

Place the mouse pointer over the above image to see the knee raise up in preparation for the side kick underneath the opponent's guard. Referee is Master Colin Underwood

Master Siew Ying Loke referees boys tooi ta

Men Duan grades. Observers watching intently

Mr Chris Edmunds (East Grinstead) and Mr Hamish Ross Wapping) return for another display bout. Mr Robert Little, acting corner Judge, and Master Angie Thomas referees

Master Angie Thomas blows the whilstle as another point is scored - the action intensifies!

The course successfully concluded, everyone adjourned to the 'bar' for a refreshing cup of tea and biscuits (thank you to Mrs Loke).

Shi Fu Masters gathered together for a group photograph.

Below L to Right are Masters: Angie Thomas, Colin Underwood, Colin Calvin, Chris Cook, Adam Goward, Grandmaster Loke, Susan Merrell, Keith Blakemore and Siew Ying Loke.

Tang Sou!

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