Each year, the World Seido Karate Headquarters hosts Kagami Biraki, a vigorous workout and time of togetherness to help celebrate the Japanese New Year. This year nearly 300 karateka attended, including a group of 11 of us from Cayuga Lake Seido. Here are some reflections on the day…
CLSK at Kagami Biraki 2012
We were packed in like sardines with a sea of black belts ahead of me. Fellowship formed through sweat and endurance, as we punched 1000 times, followed by numerous sets of 100 push-ups and sit-ups. Kaicho then presented an inspiring lecture, reminding us to cherish each moment we are alive…. and to stand strong with any adversity in our path and just do our best. A good and thoughtful time was had by all!
– Janet & Allison
It was awesome to see so many people doing karate together. My favorite part was the heel kicks because it was fun to see everyone managing the kicks in such a small place.
– Nico
I loved the energy of 300 simultaneous kiais.
- Javier
It was an amazing experience sharing the floor with so many Seido Karatekas. I enjoyed the intensity of the work out and the good spirit of all participants. Moreover starting the new year with a training at Honbu and a lecture from Kaicho gives the idea of beginning a new dimension.
-Nora
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