JKA Bahrain Gasshuku with Master Koichiro Okuma – 22nd, 23rd, 24th of March 2018

 

THE CAMP
The camp was attended by 82 karateka students and instructors from Bahrain. Master Okuma concentrated on many areas of JKA Karate teaching – over three days, he focused and emphasized on basic kihon, kumite and kata. First day training comprised of covering elements of kihon training. The second day was focused on Katas followed by special class for black belts. On the second day of the
camp, Master Okuma, supported by Ehab Eshehawi Sensei of JKA Bahrain, conducted Dan and Qualifications examinations. Finally and on the last day of the camp, Master Okuma focused on kumite for young karateka, followed by a special class for black belts.

TRAINING AT JKA BAHRAIN DOJO
Post the Gasshuku event, Master Okuma continued his teachings every day at the JKA Bahrain Dojo. He also held a special instructors’ class on Sunday where he taught Hengtsu kata, and the application of the kata followed by Judge seminar training. Following day at the JKA Bahrain Dojo, Master Okuma focused on kihon and kumite training. Master Okuma left Bahrain on Tuesday 27th headed for Kuwait to continue his visit of the Gulf region.
Finally, special thanks to Master Okuma for all of his support and continuous guidance provided to JKA Bahrain; thank you Sensei for motivating the karateka(s) of Bahrain. We would like to also extend our thanks to JKA HQ Shihan Committee for their great support provided.

OSS

Ehab Eshehawi
JKA Bahrain