September 2008
We're happy to announce that Northern Chi Scarborough has a new home!
As of September 3rd, all classes will be held at Camp Ketcha, located at 336 Black Point Road in Scarborough. Be sure to check the Schedule page for class times; there were a few changes.
See you in class!
August 2008
Once again, we're pleased to congratulate our students for achieving their next rank (rear row):
- Keith Martin (brown III)
- Brian Cashman (brown III)
- Don Simoneau (brown III)
- Hillary Simoneau (brown III)
- Peter Morong (blue with stripe)
- Cadence Atchinson (purple)
- Brenda McGovern (blue)
January 2008
Congratulations to our latest testees for achieving their next rank:
- Brian Cashman (green with stripe)
- Keith Martin (green with stripe)
- Hillary Simoneau (green with stripe)
- Don Simoneau (green with stripe)
- Connor Gervais (green)
- Conor Cain (green with stripe)
December 2007
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November 2007
We'd like to congratulate Peter Morong (blue) and Brenda McGovern (orange) on achieving their next rank. Nice work!
September 2007
We've made a few adjustments to the class schedule - be sure to check the Schedule page for all the latest information.
August 2007
As many of you are aware, our fellow martial artist Rachael is about to embark on an admirable endeavor in Ecuador, South America. Rachael will be teaching English through the WorldTeach program, which is sponsored by Harvard University and provides education to citizens in developing countries. We are sad to lose our friend and training partner, but also proud to know such a committed and talented world citizen.
Monday was Rachael's last class with us for a while. Good Luck Rachael!
Reminder: the dojo will be closed from Wednesday, August 29th to Monday, September 3rd. Have a safe and fun Labor Day weekend!
July 2007
Congratulations to the latest group of students to achieve their next rank:
- Keith Martin (green)
- Conor Cain (green)
- Hillary Simoneau (green)
- Rachael LaPlante (blue with stripe)
- Connor Gervais (blue with stripe)
You can find some action pictures from the test in the Gallery.
June 2007
Congratulations to the following students for achieving their next rank:
- Don Simoneau (green)
- Brian Cashman (green)
- Rob Edgerly (purple)
- Peter Morong (purple)
- Brenda McGovern (yellow)
And special congratulations go to David Thompson, for completing all of the requirements
of the Black Belt Board of Examiners. On June 8th, David completed the demonstration portion
of the test, and was awarded his black belt. Way to go, Shodan!
May 2007
Do you know the official name of your rank in our system?
| Rank | Name | Class |
|---|---|---|
| White Belt | 6th Rokkyu | Beginner |
| Yellow Belt | 5th Rokkyu | Beginner |
| Orange Belt | 4th Rokkyu | Beginner |
| Purple Belt | 3rd Rokkyu | Intermediate |
| Blue Belt | 2nd Rokkyu | Intermediate |
| Blue with Green Stripe | 1st Rokkyu | Intermediate |
| Green Belt | Gokyu | Advanced |
| Green with Brown Stripe | Yonkyu | Advanced |
| Brown (3rd Degree) | Sankyu | Advanced |
| Brown (2nd Degree) | Nikyu | Advanced |
| Brown (1st Degree) | Ikkyu | Advanced |
| Black Belt | Shodan | Advanced |


We have the pleasure this month of welcoming a new black belt to our ranks.
On December 8, Tyler Fitzpatrick completed the demonstration portion of his
test, thus completing all of the requirements of the Black Belt Board of
Examiners. Congratulations, Shodan!
We'd also like to take a moment to recognize the accomplishments of Jim
DiVirgilio Sensei. Jim completed the thesis requirement for his 4th dan,
and has been recognized with the title of Yondan. It's our loss that Jim
has decided to move on; we're glad to have had the opportunity to study with
him. Thank you, Sensei, and good luck in Virginia!