The Newsletter will be printed and mailed out in the next couple of days.
Here is the digital version in PDF format.
2013 June Hamilton CJCC Newsletter
Highlights include the new date for Keiro-Kai, the Golf tournament and our Annual Picnic.
Keiro-Kai Harbour Cruise Celebration
Tuesday July 16th @ 1:00pm at the Hamilton Harbour (near the Williams Coffee house, 47 Discovery Drive, Hamilton),
We have changed the event to a Hamilton Harbour Cruise. And we will meet at the CJCC at 3:00 pm for the Bento dinner.
This event is to honour our Seniors and volunteers in the Community.
In Japanese culture we pay reverence to our Elders, respecting the sacrifices they made for us and the wisdom that they share with us.
Please register before July 2 with the form included in the newsletter (page 6). The event is free for those over the age of 70.
All are welcome. There is a charge of $50 per person which includes the cruise and meal or $25 per person for the meal only at the CJCC.
Please let us know if you are available to volunteer.
Please register with the form included in the newsletter (page 6). The event is free for those over the age of 70.
All are welcome, there is a charge of $25 per person.
Volunteers will be needed, before, during and after the event. Please let us know if you are available to help.
Please print form, fill it in and return it it the Centre ASAP.
We are pleased to announce the return of KENDO to the Hamilton CJCC!
Sensei Yukio Yamada 5th Dan will be in charge of the Kendo Program.
Kendo (剣道, kendō), meaning “Way of The Sword“, is a modern Japanese martial art/sport of swordfighting using bamboo swords,or Shinai, and protective armor,called Bogu.Kendo descended from traditional swordsmanship (kenjutsu) which originated with the samurai class of feudal Japan
We will have an “Open House” for the Kendo program on Monday April 29th 7:00-9:30 pm. You will be able to see demonstrations of Kendo, sign up and purchase a ”shinai” (bamboo Kendo sword) before the classes start.
Please contact Yamada Sensei at yukio.glen.yamada@gmail.com if you wish to buy a shinai at the open house. He would like to have an idea of how many shinai to bring. The Shinai are $30.
The classes will start on Monday May 6th @ 7:00-9:00 pm in the small gym. Classes wil continue on Mondays from 7:00-9:00 pm.
Fees are outlined below:
Hamilton CJCC membership (if you are not already a member) $25 individual $35 for family
Canadian Kendo Federation annual fees (insurance, tournaments and grading) $35 year
Kendo fees are paid per semester (3 semeters a year) January, May and September
Adults $120/semester
Youth (under 18) $100/semester
Students $100/semester
Families:
Families wishing to practice with us receive a discount on their term fees. With 2 family members practicing, a 10% discount will be applied to the total amount. For families of 3 or more a 15% discount will be applied.
Parents, please know that Kendo qualifies for the Children’s Activity Tax Credit. We are happy to provide a receipts upon request.
Please come out and register and learn the ancient ART of Kendo.
We now have Classes:
Mondays at 7:00pm to 8:00 pm
2 classes Saturdays:
Class 1) 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
We would like to welcome Mrs. Maki Kajiura as our new yoga instructor. She is originally from Japan but now makes Hamilton her home.
She is a qualified instructor Yoga instructor. Classes will begin Monday, January 28 at 7:30 in the Sports/Social Room
Please see the instructor for Pricing.
Please come out and try a class, be sure to wear comfortable clothing, bring a yoga mat and “blocks” if you have them.
Yoga can be adapted to all ages and abilities from beginners to expert.
We hope to add even more dates as demand increases
The Toronto Japan Foundation is a very active Organization funded by the Japanese Counsel General.
They continually offer programming including, Film, Performance art, Pottery, Music and many other events.
It is difficult for us to post their events in a timely manner, we suggest you visit their site http://www.jftor.org/index.php
or better yet sign up to get emails on up coming events. http://www.jftor.org/whatson/emails.php
Please use this link for a PDF of the March Newsletter:
Highlights include a registration form for the Keiro-Kai event Sunday April 21 at 2:00pm, Registration form for the Golf tournament.
There is also information on some of the new programs at the Centre.
Early news so you can save the date!
The Golf tournament is on June 22, 2013 at the Century Pines.
Located @Century Pines Golf Club
592 Westover Rd. RR #1
Flamborough (Troy), ON L0R 2B0
http://www.golfcenturypines.com
Volunteers and Donations are needed to make this a memorable day!
Here is the registration form for the golf tournament:
A self organized study group.
Children will develop their Japanese language through various activities such as game, song, storytelling and craft. The contents will be created by the participants.
*First class: JAN 27, 2013 @10:30 to 12:00
Organizer: Mika Takatsu
Time: every other Sunday 10:30am to 12:00 noon
Fees: HCJCC family membership ($35 per year) + $5 per family per class
Age: 3-5 years old
Children have to be accompanied by a family member who is able to use Japanese
子供 日本語サークル
ゲーム、歌、読み聞かせ、工作などを通じて、日本語の上達をめざすサークルです 毎回の内容は、参加家族で作り上げていきます。
代表： タカツ ミカ 時：第２日曜日 10:30 ー12:00 参加費：HCJCC メンバーシップ（１年間１家族＄35）＋ 月＄５ 対照年齢：3才から５才 その他： 日本語を話すお家の方の付き添いが必要です。
We are excited that there is a renewed interest in bringing back the Ikebana program to the Centre.
We need a minimum number of students for the instructor to come to our centre.
There is a “waiting list” that just needs a few more people, we can then offer the program.
Please contact the Centre if you are interested and wish to be added to our waiting list.
Price of the course is to be determined.
Ikebana quote from Wikipedia:
“Ikebana” is from the Japanese ikeru (生ける?, “keep alive, arrange flowers, living”) and hana (花?, “flower”). Possible translations include “giving life to flowers” and “arranging flowers.
Please click the link for a PDF file of the newsletter.
Printed copies will be available at the Centre.
Please have submissions in for April’s Newletter by March 18, 2013
Zumba is here at the Centre!
Zumba is a Latin music inspired dance/exercise program. It’s a lot of fun and open to All ability levels and All ages.
Please join licensed instructor Nancy Hanratty Monday evenings in the small Gym 7:00-8:00pm.
Cost is as follows:
$60 for 10 clasees (CJCC member price)
$70 for 10 classes (non-member cost)
$7 a class for “Drop In” (this is a great way to try a class or two before you sign up).
Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and a good pair of shoes to workout in!
We hope to see you there!