Martial art schools from all over Perth converged on the Belmont Oasis Leisure centre for round 1

The first round of competition for Perth began at 9.00 a.m. with a welcoming speech from the Vice President NAS, Mr James Casey

The action was non stop throughout the day with some excellent performances from various martial art schools. It was also great to see all martial art codes showing great respect to each other in and outside of the ring during the day’s competition. 

The Pee Wees got off to a great start and won the applause and hearts of everyone for just being out there on the floor having a go.  Tristan Tsouris & Hunter Hadfield both of Josh Moore’s Martial arts fought out the final in this division… nerves showing during this match, in the end Tristan was awarded first place,

The Female12 – 14 yrs Continuos sparring kept the referees on the ball, these young competitors were all over the ring ducking and weaving, at the end of each bout there was excitement for those who won and tears for those that lost.  In the final Antonia Schmitz GKR came up against Amber Burgess Great Southern M/A Academy, Antonia was just to quick on the day scoring excellent front kicks and reverse punches taking home first place. 

Demonstration and weaponry divisions had big numbers on the day.  Standouts in the junior’s weaponry Ronan Carroll Shuhari Karate gave an excellent performance of bow to take out first place; senior weaponry was taken out by Gen Chin also of Shuhari Karate winning the applause of the spectators for a fine demonstration

After lunch the men and women’s divisions got off to a great start. Standouts in the finals, Male Novice Continuous sparring, Jeremiah Toster, Shobukan Shot Ryu and Matthew Stampalia, Rod Powers Kickboxing fought out a nail biter with neither competitor backing off, a draw saw both guys go at it for another round, Jeremiah put the pressure on using the ring to his advantage, scoring with excellent spinning kicks and hand combinations taking first place

The final of the men’s advanced continuous sparring saw a very sharp Daniel King up against team mate Nathan Davis both of Perth Wing Chun, Daniel managed to avoid Nathan’s lighting-dash fast attacks, countering with his own back fist and leg combinations to stay a head and take first place.  In the final of the women’s open divisions was dominated by two competitors, Sonya Payne and Aida Tabakovic both of GKR, Sonya proved just a little too strong and sharp on the day taking first place  

Virginia and I wish to thank all staff and officials who gave their time unselfishly to make this day a great success.  Special thanks to WA Technical Director, Mr Rick Gherardi

All martial art organizations in Perth wishing to become part of the National All Styles martial art tournament circuit:
Contact me on 0402 695 717
     

OFFICIAL’S PROFILE: Ian Lackie

STYLE:
I started my training with GKR and have since trained with various styles and organisations and now train where ever I can when I have spare time.

Ian how long have you trained?
13 years

Where do you train?
Various martial art schools in Western Australia. 

How long have you been involved with the NAS?
I have been with the NAS for about 8 years competing State & Nationally. 

What made you become an NAS Official?
Mr Casey put out a call for people to volunteer and I wanted a better understanding of what we were being judged on so I said yes.  I enjoy Refereeing & judging at NAS events, I find it is professionally run and have met a great bunch of men and woman who take pride in what they are doing. 

What level are you with the NAS?
I am currently a level 2 referee. 

What are your future goals in the NAS?
I hope to continue my affiliation with the NAS crew and help to build WA to one of the best competition circuit in Australia.

COMPETITOR PROFILE: Jordan Lee Alweyn

STYLE:          
Pencak Silat - Helang Putih Perkasa (Mighty White Eagle). 

How long have you trained?
I have been training for two years in Pencak Silat. 

Where do you train? 
At the Ar Rukun Mosque in Rockingham Western Australia. 

Can you tell us what you like about the NAS competition?
I like the point sparring because it is quick and you can see your score, I also like competing against all different styles and clubs. 

Best moment/memory in competition with the NAS?
Last year (2006) in the Western Australian NAS State Championships, where I won first place in point sparring for my age group. 

Have you a favourite technique in competition?
I like to step off my opponent’s line of attack and follow up with a kick, usually a roundhouse to the mid section. 

Favourite martial artist...
I like Bruce Lee; I have a picture of him on my bedroom wall. 

Name some of the Officials in the NAS that inspire you…and why,
I don’t know any of their names but all of them are very friendly to kids and explain the rules well. 

What are your future goals in the NAS?
One day I would like to go to the National Championships and represent my State and maybe fight for the Australian Championship.

CLUB PROFILE: The Family Martial Arts Centre

Instructor name:
Gordon Evans

Style of Martial Arts:
Free Style Martial Arts: Thai boxing, Kick boxing, Boxing, Karate and Freestyle Jujitsu

How long have you trained? 
Since 1974

Location of club & nights you train?
The dojo is located at 4 Arrigo Street Wangara WA 6065. We run classes from 3.45pm-8.30pm Monday to Friday with morning classes on Saturday. One on one training is available on request. 

How did you find out about the NAS competition?
I came across an advertisement while reading Blitz magazine. 

What do you like about the NAS competition?
I appreciate the friendliness of the event and the fact that different styles can come together with common interest, the emphasis being on competing. After all, without competitors there is no event. 

Your comments on the refereeing, do you find the NAS to be fair and none biased?
I think that refereeing is always going to be a difficult job. A referee can only see what is visible to him or her. If a call looks erroneous from another person’s point of view, they must consider that it might just be the point from which they are viewing. I don’t think any referee or official would be intentionally impartial. 

Name some of your up-coming champions from your club and how they are placing in the NAS competition…..
In all honesty I believe that each student from the club that competes has the potential to be an up and coming champion, although we do seem to have a certain amount of success in most divisions. Our focus is on enjoying the day. Nothing says winner, more, than a smile on a students face. 

What are your future goals for your organisation?
My goals are to keep growing and expanding. Passing on the knowledge gained through training and continuing to learn.

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