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The President has the word 1Impressions EOC 2013, Alba Iulia/ Romania 2The Bud Charter (Bud Kensh ) 4Ordinary Meeting IMAF-Spain 6IMAF-Belgium International Seminar 8Impressions from IMAF-Spain activities 9Impressions from IMAF-Germany activities 10More impressions from Spain 13Winter Tournament Moscow 15IMAF-Italy meets IMAF-Sweden 17Impressions from IMAF-Sweden activities 18Introduction new IMAF-Europe certificates 22

DAILY BOARD –BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President: Jens FrickeGeneral Secretary: Cees van der WalTreasurer: Rolf CoolenVice-President: Peter RosendahlCommissioner: Frankie Lacroix

NEWSLETTE R 2014Edi t io n Ja nuary

The President has the word

Important upcoming events - Calendar 2014IMAF-Belgium Rupelcup 23 February 2014; Niels/ Belgium

IMAF-Sweden Budo Camp &6th National Ju Jutsu & Karate Fighting Kids 8 - 9 March 2014; Gothenburg/ Sweden

IMAF-FRANCE UNITED Inaugural Stage 14 - 15 March 2014; Lauterburg/ France

IMAF-EUROPE ANNUAL CONGRESS 2014 12 – 13 April 2014; Ede/ the Netherlands AND INTERNATIONAL BUDO SEMINAR !! IMPORTANT !!

IMAF-EUROPE EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS 2014 8-19 October 2014; in Nowe/ Poland

Editorial

It was quite a shock for us to hear that one ofthe foremost important man of our time, NelsonMandela past away.

To remember him, one of his sayings, which isalso very much Budo:

"When you see somebody is doing somethinggood, give him a compliment. When you seesomebody is doing something wrong, offer himyour help"

Dear All,

With this issue of our first Newsletter in2014 I would like to take the opportunity towish all of you another progressive newyear in Budo. Within this newsletter you willfind many impressions from our activities in2013 and a quick overview on several eventsin 2014.

This year we are officially celebrating our30 Years Anniversary of IMAF Europe and Ihope this will be the perfect motivation togo on strong in community , like we did inthe past.I express my deepest gratitude to all, whomade IMAF Europe such a big success, a realMartial Arts Family and investing all theirtime and work over the last 30 years.

“Apply the way of Budo to all things in Life,therein lies the secret!”

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IMAF-Europe EOC 2013 19 -120 October 2013 in Alba Iulia/ RomaniaAfter more than a year of preparations, theofficial IMAF-Europe European OpenChampionships 2013 took place in the beautifultown of Alba Iulia in Romania.

Over 300 participants from 9 different countriescompeted in two days in Karate-Do (Kumite,Kata and Kata team), Sport Jujutsu and SportKenjutsu. The latter two as an introduction fora new form of competition in Romania.

The Championship was hosted by IMAF-Romaniaand Gemina DBP club. Gemina also celebratedits 25th Anniversary.

The modern sporthall of the University of AlbaIulia, was the place to be. The Championshipswere opened by various speakers, amongstwhich the Prefect of the County, the Maire andother vips.

In the beautiful surroundings of Transilvania,the teams were spread all over the town invarious hotels.

The first day of the championship the selectionswere fought.On Saturdaynight the Sayonara Party tookplace, because of the flight schedules ofdifferent teams. The finals were on Sunday.

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Dear Members,

I would like to take the opportunity to introduce to you this almost forgotten, butinteresting document, titled “ Budo Kensho” concerning the goals of Budo establishedby some leading federations in Japan in 1987 to protect and preserve the spirit andvalues of traditional Budo. During the first European Budo Symposium held 1998 inMoers (Germany) Mr. Feliks Hoff already mentioned the enormous importance of thisdocument. Chairman of the meeting was Dr. Takahiro Shinjo from the JapaneseEmbassy. It was a great honor being invited as a guest that day.

Regards,Jens Fricke

Bud , the Japanese martial ways, have their origins inthe age-old martial spirit of Japan. Through centuries ofhistorical and social change, these forms of traditionalculture evolved from combat techniques (Jutsu) intoways of self-development ( D ).

Seeking the perfect unity of mind and technique, Budhas been refined and cultivated into ways of physicaltraining and spiritual development. The study of Budencourages courteous behaviour, advances technicalproficiency, strengthens the body, and perfects themind. Modern Japanese have inherited traditional valuesthrough Bud which continue to play a significant rolein the formation ofthe Japanese personality, serving as sources of

boundless energy and rejuvenation. As such, Bud hasattracted strong interest internationally, and is studiedaround the world.

However, a recent trend towards infatuation just withtechnical ability compounded by an excessive concernwith winning is a severe threat to the essence of Bud . Toprevent any possible misrepresentation, practitioners ofBud must continually engage in self-examination andendeavour to perfect and preserve this traditional culture.

It is with this hope that we, the member organisations ofthe Japanese Bud Associations, established The BudCharter in order to uphold the fundamental principles ofBud

ARTICLE 4 D (Training Hall)

The D j is a special place for training the mind and body.In the D j , Bud practitioners must maintain discipline,and show proper courtesies and respect.The D j should be a quiet, clean, safe, and solemnenvironment

ARTICLE 5 TEACHING

Teachers of Bud should always encourage others to alsostrive to better themselves and diligently train theirminds and bodies, while continuing to further theirunderstanding of the technical principles of Bud .Teachers should not allow focus to be put on winning orlosing in competition, or on technical ability alone. Aboveall, teachers have a responsibility to set an example asrole models.

ARTICLE 6 PROMOTING BUDPersons promoting Bud must maintain an open-mindedand international perspective as they uphold traditionalvalues. They should make efforts to contribute toresearch and teaching, and do their utmost to advanceBud in every way.

ARTICLE 1 OBJECTIVE OF BUD

Through physical and mental training in the Japanesemartial ways, Bud exponents seek to build theircharacter, enhance their sense of judgment, andbecome disciplined individuals capable of makingcontributions to society at large.

ARTICLE 2 KEIKO (Training)

When training in Bud , practitioners must always actwith respect and courtesy, adhere to the prescribedfundamentals of the art, and resist the temptation topursue mere technical skill rather than strive towardsthe perfect unity of mind, body, and technique.

ARTICLE 3 SHIAI (Competition)Whether competing in a match or doing set forms(Kata), exponents must externalize the spirit underlyingBud . They must do their best at all times, winning withmodesty, accepting defeat gracefully, and constantlyexhibiting self-control.

The Bud Charter (Bud Kensh )

Photo copyright: Japanese Budo Association

Zen Nihon Jud Renmei (All Japan Judo Federation)Zen Nippon Kend Renmei (All Japan Kendo Federation)Zen Nihon Kyud Renmei (All Nippon Kyudo Federation)

Nihon Sum Renmei (Japan Sumo Federation)Zen Nihon Karate-d Renmei (Japan Karate-Do Federation)

Aikikai (Aikikai Foundation)Sh rinji Kemp Renmei (Shorinji Kempo Federation)

Zen Nihon Naginata Renmei (All Japan Naginata Federation)Zen Nihon Jukend Renmei (All Japan Jukendo Federation)

Member Organizations of the Japanese Bud Association

Established on 23 April, 1987 by theJapanese Bud Associations (NipponKy gikai).

English translation revised 16 September,2004

(C) 2004 - The Japanese Budo Association

Photo copyright: Japanese Budo Association - from theofficial website

IMAF-Europe countries is seeking to re-establish the Japanese connections.The Budo Charter is directly in line with our body of thoughts, our inheritance.

Please read our Article in IMAF-Europe Newsletter 2013-3

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Ordinary General Meeting and NationalSeminar IMAF-Spain

Last November 23rd our federation FAMT Nihon KobudoGendai Budo held his Ordinary General Meeting and NationalSeminar in Girona province.

The seminar was held in the morning in the Sports Centre ofLlers (Girona) with the participation of nearly 300 Budokafrom all over Spain. Disciplines represented were: NihonJujutsu (Sensei Guisado, José Miranda, Salas, Juan Miranda,Del Rio, Emiliano, Arbós, Lorente, Guardiola, Cebriá, Arroyo,García, Collado, Peña, Valera, Nadal), Aikijujutsu (SenseiJosé Miranda, Salas, Juan Miranda), Iaijutsu (SenseiHerrero, Torres), Karate Jutsu (Sensei Montía, Lauhle,Afonso, Herrero), Toyama Ryu (Sensei Hernández, Gea),Kobudo (Gekken,Tanbo Jutsu,etc.), Aikido (Sensei Bergara),S.Kempo (Sensei Calvo).

The training area was divided into eight areas, includingthree special areas for kids, that worked at the same timevarious disciplines throughout the morning from 10:00 till13:00.

We took the opportunity to collaborate with Caritas FoodBank and an important amount of food was collected fromall participants to the seminar, to be delivered to thatorganization that cares for the hungry in our society.

The Ordinary General Meeting was held in the afternoon, inVilatenin (Girona) and 35 representatives participated in ameeting with a high motivation in the atmosphere.

Once finished the Assembly, a Gala Dinner was held at therestaurant “El Pa Volador” where more than a hundredmembers of the federation participated and enjoyed of awonderful dinner where the spirit of camaraderie prevailed.During the dinner, we proceeded to the delivery of Diplomasof “Honorary Member” to prominent Budoka of ourfederation and we celebrate the 45th Anniversary in MartialArts of Hanshi José Miranda and Hanshi José Manuel Guisado,ending the act with a Great Gala Ball.

Víctor Herrero, January 1st 2014

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IMAF- Belgium International SeminarThe yearly International Budoday 17 November2013 in Extra Time, Hoboken/ Belgium

Participants could enjoy the mastery of severalMasters in Nihon Jujutsu, Taijutsu, GoshinJutsu, Karate, Iaido, Shaolin Kempo, Hapkido,Kobudo

The Seminar was also a meeting of old friendsin Budo.

André Le Capitaine, Michaux Hervé and FrankieLacroix were presented their WUKO certificates

On September 28th, FAMT Nihon Kobudo GendaiBudo-IMAF SPAIN collaborated with the FCK y DA(Catalan Federation of Karate and AssociatedDisciplines) with a demonstration of Nihon Kobudo inthe village of Montcada i Reixach (Barcelona).

This was de first time the FCK organized such amultidisciplinary demonstration and the differentdepartments of the Federation were called toparticipate to show to the general public what theCatalan Karate Federation is doing today.

Various Technical Directors were summoned to ameeting with the President of the FCK to organizethe event and, as responsible for the Nihon KobudoDepartment, went José Miranda Mateo (TechnicalDirector) and Víctor Herrero Pérez (DeputyTechnical).

In the Sports Centre of Montcada i Reixach theatmosphere breathed was pure Budo with hundredsof participants and general public wishing to seedemonstrations of Karate, Kempo, Okinawa Kobudo,

Jujutsu, Aikijujutsu, Iaido, Tai Chi, different Kung Fustyles, etc.

The participation of the Nihon Kobudo Departmentstarted with a great demonstration of Kyoshi JoséMiranda Mateo showing complex techniques of hisGoshin Shindo Aikijujutsu. Immediately after, HanshiJosé Manuel Guisado showed his mastery of NihonJujutsu.

Sergio Hernández Sensei demonstrated Iaido showingfive ZNKR Kata with a group of assistants and alsodemonstrated Toyama Ryu Battôjutsu showing theeight Kata and Kumitachi and Tameshigiri withCristóbal Gea Sensei.

The excellent demonstration of Gekken was conductedby Renshi Juan Miranda, who was accompanied by fourof his Yudansha students.Víctor Herrero was the official Speaker of the event forthe Kobudo Department and the only one with thepossibility of observing all the details of thedemonstration.

Multidisciplinary demonstration by FCK y DA – September 28th 2013

Hanshi José Manuel Guisadoawarded 7th Dan Judo

Hanshi José Manuel Guisado Castro,Vice-president of FAMT Nihon KobudoGendai Budo-IMAF Spain, was awarded7th Dan Judo last December 21stduring the “Gala Dinner 2013/1013”held in the headquarters of C.O.E.(Spanish Olympic Committee).

The 7th Dan Certificate was given tohim by the President of C.O.E.,Mr.Alejandro Blanco, the President ofthe RFEJIDA (Spanish Judo Federation),Mr. Juan Carlos Barcos and the Vice-president of RFEJIDA, Mr. FranciscoValcarcel.

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Germany 27 October 2013

German IMAF member Club TuS Weener e.V.organized the first Kickboxing Competition inLightcontact modus. The competition was held asan evening event with a lot of spectators.

As main Referees served Jens Fricke 6.Dan andClaudia Cardoso-Manuel 2.Dan. The evening IMAFCompetition-Events in Kickboxing are part of aregional rotation system of all member clubs withinthe national Kickboxing division of IMAF Europe –Branch Germany.

The fights were over three rounds of two minuteseach. Florian Janssen (left) vs. Hamed Aydemir

Fighters 1st Kickboxing CompetitionWeener (Germany) September 2013

IMAF Kickboxing Competition in EmdenGermany

After the unexpected success of the first nationalKickboxing Event 2013 in Weener, German IMAF memberClub Osaka Sport Center organized the secondKickboxing Competition in Lightcontact modus on 8th

November . The competition was held as an eveningevent with a lot of spectators in Emden.As main Referees served again Jens Fricke 6th Dan andClaudia Cardoso-Manuel 2nd Dan. The evening IMAFCompetition-Events in Kickboxing were part of aregional

rotation system of all member clubs within thenational Kickboxing division of IMAF Europe – BranchGermany.

For 2014 fights are already settled for the cities ofEmden, Norden, Weener and Oldenburg.

The fights were over three rounds of two minuteseach. All pairings of the evening were betweenfighters of the OSC-Emden and the Kickboxing-TeamNorden under Leadership of Hartmut Himmel.

Fighters 2nd Kickboxing CompetitionEmden (Germany) November 2013

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Members of IMAF Germany`s Protection & SecurityDivision had the chance to join a Demonstration of LowerSaxony`s Police Special Forces (SEK) and theDemonstration of the Bomb Squad Robot. Thisdemonstrations were part of the official welcome of thegovernment of Lower Saxony for Police Officers and theirFamilies in Hannover.

National Budo-Seminar in Germany wasagain a great success !

This year`s national Budo Seminar 2013 of IMAF Europe - BranchGermany took place in Bielefeld. On four Tatami almost 100participants joined the lessons of various styles. 14 Instructors werepresent to teach Karate-Do, Ju-Jutsu, Jiu-Jitsu, Kobudo, Iaido,Kenjutsu, Stick-Fight, Tai Chi, Qui Gong and Kickboxing. For the hostthis was the second big IMAF Event taking place in Bielefeld 2013.

More IMAF-Germany Activities - Highlights

In the first half of the year the SpVg Heepen alreadycelebrated the 10th anniversary of their Ju-Jutsu Branch witha big Seminar and Party.

Beside the regular Budo lessons, IMAF Germany`s Protection& Security Division offered a Special course for handcuffing.

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MASAO KAWASOE IN GERMANYGerman IMAF members Thorsten Garrels and Sebastian Roskosch hadthe opportunity to train two days with Masao Kawasoe 8th Dan inKaltenkirchen.

Main Topics were traditional Shotokan Kihon and partner drills.Kawasoe began in 1956 with Judo and started his Karate-Training in1960 under the late Tsuyama Katsunori.

his applications of pressure pointswithin Bunkai of Karate andTaekwondo. Furthermore he is authorof various books concerning techniqueand historical background within themartial arts.

More than 40 martial artists joined theseminar. Main topics were the use ofpressure points and applications withinthe Shotokan-Kata “Bassai-Dai” and“Heian Godan”.

The seminar took three hours. Duringthe last seven years there was a closecooperation between the OSC-Emdenand Sensei Rick Clark. For 2014 anadditional seminar is planned !

The second occasion was on invitationby SV Jennelt/ Uttum (founded 1958)

Furthermore a lot of parents had the opportunity tosee Rick Clark in action with the Kids. The parentswere very impressed how easy Sensei Clark explainedthe different techniques to the Kids and how theyworked in practice.The Karate Branch of SV Jennelt/ Uttum is existingsince more than ten years and very active incompetition on regional and national level.

US-Karate Expert was teaching in Germany

As a part of his European-Seminar-Tour and on Invitation of IMAFGermany Honbu Dojo under leadership of Jens Fricke Kyoshi, PressurePoint Fighting and Karate Expert Professor Rick Clark from the USAwas teaching at Osaka Sports Center in Emden for the fourth time.

Sensei Rick Clark holds an 8th Dan within the International Society ofOkinawa and Japanese Karate-Do (ISOK) and is worldwide known for

and first time for its Karate-Branch that US Rick Clarkwas teaching children and youth in a special workshop inJennelt at the north coast of Germany.More than 30 Kidsfrom various clubs joined the session assisted by JensFricke (Emden) and Wolfgang Lowag (Brinkum).

Main topics were applications from Ao Denkou Ryu andSelf-defense. Kids of three different Karate Clubs (OSC-Emden, TV Bunde, SV JU 58) took part.

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Toyama-Ryu Session in JapanWhile travelling around in Japan,German IMAF member Ann-ChristinEngelschalk had the opportunity to visitthe Honbu Dojo of the Zen NihonToyama Ryu Iaido Renmei (ZNTIR) andto join a class of Toyama Ryu underguidance of Yositoki (Mitsuo) Hataya 9thDan Hanshi.

Toyama Ryu is based on the Gunto Soho,a consolidated, improved and officiallyadapted Katana swordmanship of theToyama Military Academy of theImperial Japanese Army. After WorldWar II, it was referred as Toyama Ryuand established as a school fortraditional Japanese swordsmanship ofIaido. Thank you very much for thewarm welcome in Japan!

More IMAF-Spain Activities - Highlights

Esteban Bergara Sensei awardedAikido 5th Dan

The Spanish Royal Federation of Judo and Aikido held last December21st 2013 its annual Gala at the headquarters of COE (Spanish OlympicCommittee).

The event was attended by Alejandro Blanco, President of COE, who formore than a decade was President of the Spanish Judo.

During the Gala Esteban Bergara Lozano Sensei received his Diploma ofAikido 5th Dan, rank obtained at the end of 2012.

Esteban Bergara Sensei is teacher in Mallorca (Balearic Islands) andrecently he was incorporated as Technical Director of the AikidoDepartment in FAMT Nihon Kobudo Gendai Budo-IMAF Spain, federationchaired by Hanshi José Miranda.

Once again Esteban Bergara Sensei, only 37 years old, National Masterand member of the Dan grades Examination Committee, shows thatAikido has a great future in Spain.

Víctor HerreroJanuary 4th 2014

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IAIJUTSU SEMINAR SPAIN

On 30th November, the 2ndCourse Iaijutsu directed bySensei Daniel Torres 3rd Dan inthe sports of Son Ferrer (Calvia )was performed .

A total of 8 hours of puremartial art which focused on avery good organization andmanagement , the watchful eyeof Sensei Daniel Torres was ableto convey to all participants offeeling and spirituality of thisdiscipline.

From the most basic movement, to the movements required bya court passing grades given ,one by one were explaining anddetailing each movement.

About twenty people enjoyed the 2nd Course Iaijutsu , and many expect the next year seminar of the AssociationBushido Calvia Jujutsu .

For our part, Aikido showed up to expand knowledge by Esteban Begara Sensei 5th Dan , 2nd Dan Felix Rodriguezand Stephen W. 1st Kyu .

During the event, Daniel Torres Sensei conducted Kyu tests pass , giving the corresponding degrees to participantsthat are within the Traditional Martial Arts Budo Gendai Nihon Kobudo Federation.

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Winter Tournament for JuniorsIMAF Moscow

The yearly Winter Tournament for Juniors IMAFMoscow 2013, was held December 22nd at thepremises of “Eastern Martial Arts Club Moscow”.

Nine participating clubs and 72 participantscompeted in various categories

The final score for Champions was:1. Shotokan Karate Do Club “Aleks”, Moscow2. MBOU.TsRTDU, Arzamas3. Eastern Martial Arts Club Budokan, Moscow4. MODOO Sportivniy Club Karate “Skorpion”,

Noginsk5. SK Karate Do (Rukov Mamai), Moscow6. SK “Tornado”, Moscow7. Club “Genzai Karate Do, Krasnaya Pakha8. Club “Predel”, Moscow9. Sports Centre Bushido, Moscow

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IMAF-ITALY meets IMAF-SWEDENPeter Rosendahl and Henrik Hanssonhave a long time relationship withMaster Rossato.

This time they took the opportunity toconduct a special seminar and preparefor examinations.

Their results shall be demonstrated atthe next International Budo Seminar on13 April in the Netherlands before aninternational audience.

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Impressions from IMAF-Sweden activities and successes

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IMAF SWEDEN NATIONAL KIDS SJJ &KARATE TEAM 2013

IMAF Sweden Kids in the SwedishChampionship in SJJ

IMAF Sweden Kids Succes once more in SJJ

IMAF Sweden National Team 2013

More impressions from IMAF-Sweden activities and successes

Team Sweden at the World Cup in Portugaland other success stories

Happy IMAF-Sweden kids

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IMAF Dojo Gothenburg, Sweden Camp

IMAF Sweden Dokan Dojo Dan Gradings

SJJ Kumite seminar

IMAF Sweden National Kids Team 2013 KMA

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FIRST INTRODUCTION OF THE NEW DANCERTIFICATES OF IMAF-EUROPE

Starting January 2014 the new Dancertificates shall be introduced,replacing the old versions whichactually date back from the Kokusaiand bearing the Imperial Japaneseseal.

The new certificates shall be printed intwo versions: the International one,printed on the name of the holder witha unique number.

The national version can be printed inthe national language of the IMAF-Europe country, including national flagin the IMAF-Europe logo.

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We sincerely hope that for the next issue of your Newslettermore articles shall be brought to your editor.

Regards, Cees van der Wal

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