Enbukai Vidoes (^^)

Here are some video clips form the Enbukai. The theme for the Enbukai was "人に勝つより自分に勝て”　It was a learning experience for all. (^^) I look forward to the next Enbukai in fall. 

Got carried away and even made a trailer! Movie making is rapidly becoming a hobby along with photography. (^^) 

The Mini Pokemons (under 5 yrs old) were at their usual best form! (^^)

The White Belts put out a good effort. Their individualities showed in their Katas.

The Colored Belts showed a different attitude from regular practice but they all learned that how they practice regularly is how they preform. 

The Kids showed a higher level of concentration. Having families watching them must have put on the pressure not to mention three judges with flags! (^^)

The daddies and mommies put on a good performance as well! 

I know the Pokemons loved seeing me getting "beat up"!

The difference in Koyukushin Mawashi Uke and ou Dojo's. 

Seipai by me and AAU Nationals Gold Medalists Tamura Sensei. Same Kata but difference is obvious.

Yes, yes, I know my Shikodachi is higher than normal, but my hip joint injury limits it. Always adapt and improvise  to  conditions. (^^) 

1st Enbukai (^^)

We had our very first Enbukai yesterday. A big Mahalo to all the students, parents and friends who made it a successful one. As for myself many lessons were learned in the administrative and logistical end of the end of the event. I hope to use this experience in making the next one even better! Some photos from the Enbukai. (^^)

Setting up the Enbu area

Getting the kids organized. (^^)

Competitors warming up!

The Mini Pokemon Division

Always shake hands after the battle.

Kohei could of won solely on his smile ! 

Youth White Belt Division

Youth Colored Belt Division

Colored Belts competed irrespective of age.

No enbukai is complete without the Senseis performing! No rehearsals is our policy.

Me demonstrating application of Seipai Kata.

Tamura Sensei, AAU Gold Medalist performing Seipai, WKF style.

Mini Pokemon finishers.

Youth White Belt finishers

Youth Color Belts Finishers

Daddies Demonstration Team

Mommies Demonstration Team (Miki is missing, littler one had to go bathroom. (^^)

No Enbukai in Hawaii is complete without a potluck!

Great line up of yummies!

Ooops! I got caught sneaking a bite ?!?

MY FAVORITES!!!

Guess the food passed Riki's approval!

Can't beat good food to bring smiles on the faces!

Hawaii?? Surfing, of course (^^)

Took a trip out to Haleiwa on Oahu' North Shore and took some photos of one of HAwaii's favorite pastimes, surfing (^^) Enjoy!

Of course, no trip to Haleiwa is complete without a Matsumoto's Rainbow Shaved Ice!

Time to head on out to practice! OSU!

A short hike into Manoa Valley

Yesterday, I felt like reenergizing my soul and spirit so I took off to Manoa Valley  (^^).  As always the hike did a lot of good for my physical and mental well being. Nothing beats doing Sanchin and Tensho surrounded by lush greenery, the melody of softly running water and the chirping of the birds. The great part is that the valley is only a 10 minute bus ride away! AND VERY LITTLE TOURISTS!

Thought I'd share some photos from the hike. Enjoy! 

Lots of wild flowers along the way

Wild Anthuriums

The objective of the day! 

No Swimming! Nice to look but dangerous to go in!

The falls trickles into a rocky stream.

Rest area for Lyons Aboretum

Sanchezia???