Tuesday 21 July 2009

Summer Holiday Closure

Greetings all,

Just a quick note to confirm holiday dates for your diaries.

Our last class will be on the 29th July.

No Classes 5/8, 12/8 or 19/8.

First class back will be the 26/8.

May look at doing a Summer Krav BBQ on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon when I am back round mine, bring food and booze and I'll cook it (and drink it!). Let me know who would be up for that and we can start looking at dates/arranging.

See you all Wednesday

Train Hard......Fight Easy

Mark

Tuesday 14 July 2009

UKM Vs KSAR













UKM took on the might of KSAR (Kent Search & Rescue) and all they could throw at us on Saturday, thank you to Juan, Charlie & Chris who made up the team.

We had a great time, climbing high, rescuing bodies from underground cave mazes, pulling a screaming pilot out of a burning plane that had hit a car and numerous other exercises.

A few photos attached for those we left behind.

All though we didn't win it, there is always next year when I am sure we will enter a couple of teams.

£400 raised for this worthwhile charity.

Train hard......Fight Easy.....Keep searching!


Mark

Krav on the Mountains











Hi guys,
Some pictures of the intrepid mountain climbers, will put some of these up on the web in the next few days.
Next blog will be results and pictures form Team Krav takes on KSAR! see you tomorrow.

Train Hard.....Fight Easy and stay off the mountains.

Mark




Wednesday 8 July 2009

The True Spirit of Urban Krav Maga

Chaps,

Tonight's training is dedicated to the guys I have "hijacked" and called Team Krav- Brian, Chris, Lee and Gareth.

Despite appalling weather conditions they all summited Mont Blanc, a two day event has now tuned into 5, having to spend an extra day up the mountain before they could reach the top and then being caught in Blizzards on the return, resulting in them having to build a snow cave and survive a night out out on the mountain.

It resulted in two of the team eventually having to be choppered off suffering with snow blindness, but could of course have ended up far worse.

Their fitness, determination and never give up attitude go them through one of the most extreme tests of survival, that few of us will ever have to endure.

Well done to all and look forward to seeing you back soon.

Meanwhile Team Krav gathers again this Saturday on a slgihtly less dangerous task to undertake a rigorous days testing involving search and rescue and survival techniques (shame it wasn't the weekend before last might have helped on the mountain as Chris is in both teams)

Myself, Charlie Chris & Juan will do our best to uphold the honour of team Krav and win the event.

Hope to see you all tonight

Train Hard......Fight Easy

Mark

Thursday 2 July 2009

mont blanc, search and rescue challenge


Hi Guys


Just a quickie, firstly good luck to the intrepid "Team Krav"!! who are about to go and climb Europe's highest mountain, Mont Blanc on Saturday/Sunday (I dont count Mount Elbrus as its Russia), poor Charlie is being left behind due to her Krav war wound, but Henno & Chris (and Brian ?) will I know forge their way to the top and I look forward to the pictures of you guys up there in the new edition Krav T's- we will make sure we get those out to the press on your return.


re KSAR challenge next weekend, some more info below- we do need a team of 4, cost £50 for the team, all proceeds to KSAR, if interested please email me by Friday, and I will enter us in and provide more info next Wednesday.


Till next time


Train HARD.....Fight Easy and Stay cool


Mark


What is it?


The KSAR challenge is an annual event, designed to challenge teams during a mixture of mental and physical tasks. The tasks will be related to the skills required during Search and Rescue, but no previous experience or skill is essential, just the ability to have fun and enjoy the day. It is a charity event with all profits going to support Kent Search and Rescue.


Who can enter?


Mixed teams of 4 people over the age of 18 years.


When and where is it?


The event will take place at a Secret Location in Kent Sat 11th July 2009. The day starts with a compulsory team briefing at 1130hrs. All teams will be told of the Location and their actual start time prior to the event.


What do I need to bring?


Normal running/exercise clothing and footwear will be suitable. Teams will be responsible for carrying their own water and snacks. During the event all specialist equipment will be given to the teams prior to commencing a task. A refreshment stand will be available near the control centre.


What do I get out of it?


Supporting Kent Search and Rescue whilst having a fun and action packed day.
Medals will be awarded to the first three teams, with all competitors receiving a certificate