The club was formed by David Gibson in 1994 under the umbrella of
Lasswade Judo Club. Since then we have continuously
produced quality judo players right up to the current day. Many of the players who
started with The Club have progressed to such a level that they are now representing
Scotland in international tournaments. In January 2003, the members of The
Club voted to go it alone as a new club, therefore Bushiki Kwai was
formed.
Part of The Club's previous success has been its friendly atmosphere.
The Club has always
been a great believer in enjoyment. As well as the Judo, The Club has
been involved in
organising special events like Christmas parties, barbecues and alternative sporting
activities/camps for the players and their families.
Since The Club was first formed in 1994 it's number of members has
fluctuated through peaks and troughs. We are currently at a peak and hope
to now keep The Club strong as the members are now more involved in the
running of The Club since the launch of Bushiki Kwai.
The Club is primarily a Judo Club due to its history in Judo.
David Gibson together with Mike Gilhhooley, Ray Sheerin and Rob Weddel
have formed a group called Kyusho
Scotland which is cross training many
Martial Arts from Japan, China, Thailand and the Philippines into their
own clubs.
David Beattie 15/01/2004
Secretary
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The Coach
My journey in the martial arts began in 1987 when I watched a training
session conducted by Sensei Andy Malcolm at the Royal Commonwealth Pool, it
looked like a tough training, well disciplined martial art. I spoke
to Sensei Malcolm who convinced me it would be a good idea for me to come
along and give it a try, so I did and the rest is history.
Once Andy left the RCP I
remained there for about a year until I moved my training to Lasswade Judo
Club under Sensei John Barrington, I learned a lot there from both the
Sensei and the other players. This was a club where the training was
hard but very enjoyable. Amongst those who regularly trained at Lasswade were Sensei
Ray Sheerin and Former World Champion Graham
Randall. I myself have represented Scotland on numerous occasions as
a former member of the Scottish Squad, taking medals at Scottish and
British tournaments.
I have been coaching since
1994 under Lasswade and have had great success with many
junior champions in major National Tournaments. My Club went it alone in 2003 as Bushiki
Kwai, which loosely translates as Energy, Spirit & Mind Of The
Warrior Club.
I have always believed that
life is a journey of knowledge where you will continue to learn and hopefully
improve yourself throughout your life. My path led me to
meet Master Gilhooley in 2002 who has introduced me to
world renowned
masters of Kyusho, Tuite, Ju-Jitsu and Karate, in
addition I am also looking to promote and instruct Modern Arnis in
Scotland. I am now
incorporating all these arts into my own training and through Bushiki
Kwai, and Kyusho
Scotland I am able to promote, teach and incorporate Tuite and Kyusho
into Judo. as well as studying Senshi Ryu Ju-Jitsu and Karate along side the other
Kyusho
Scotland senior
instructors.
David Gibson 15/01/2004
Chairperson
2nd Dan Black Belt
British Judo Association Coach.
British Judo Association Personal Protection Instructor
JudoScotland Self Defense Instructor
Founder Member & Senior Instructor Of Kyusho Scotland
First Aid Qualified
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Juniors - Where to find us
YMCA,
50A Kirkhill Road,
Penicuik,
midlothian,
EH26 8JB.
Map of area
Directions From Leadburn on the A701, turn
right at St Mungos Charch, just before the bus terminus.
Travel up the hill. The YMCA is located on the
left at the top of the hill.
From Edinburgh on the A701, turn left
at St Mungos Charch, just past the bus terminus. Travel up the hill.
The YMCA is located on the left at the top of the hill.
Training Timetable
Juniors train on Monday nights and ages range from 5 to 16 year of
age.
Mondays 6:15pm to 7:15pm.
Seniors - Where to find us
Craiglockhart Sports Centre,
177 Colinton Road,
Edinburgh,
Midlothian,
Scotland,
EH14 1BZ.
Map of area
Directions From City Bypass on the A720, take slip road at
Dreghorn Link. Continue along Dreghorn Link taking 2nd
exit at roundabout. Take 1st exit at next roundabout onto
Redford Road (B701). Turn right at T junction onto Colinton Road.
Take 1st exit at roundabout and continue along Colinton
Road. Sport Centre is located on right opposite 1st set of
shops you come to.
From City Centre Toll Cross, Home Street, at Traffic Lights turn
right onto Gilmore Place. Take 2nd exit at roundabout and
continue along Colinton Road. Sport Centre is located on left opposite
1st set of shops you come to.
Training Timetable
Seniors train on Wednesday nights, over 16 years of age.
