Mayo Shin Do

PENWITH
MAYO SHIN DO KARATE

Mayo Shin Do Association
part of the
World United Martial Arts Federation

Founded by Mr George Mayo (10th Dan)
UK Coach Mr Derek Collins (7th Dan)

	WEDNESDAYS	FRIDAYS
	St. Just WI Hall	Sennen Community Centre
Juniors (aged 7 - 11)		7 - 8pm
Seniors (aged 12 +)	7.30 - 9.30pm	8 - 9.30pm

Contact Clive Double (4th Dan Cornwall Coach) on 01736 871664

or visit our websites at	www.penwithmayoshindo.co.uk
	www.mayoshindo.co.uk

SEEK THE PERFECT WAY
Mayo Shin Do is a modern style of martial art. Although based on traditional Chinese and Japanese forms, it is more suited to the modern European body form and dress and the names of the moves are all in English. It was founded by Grand Master, Mr George Mayo, 10th Dan Black Belt, when he was training with Master Kenshiro Abbe in the 1950's. Mr Mayo has studied many kinds of martial art including Judo, Karate, Tai Chi Chaun, Pau Kau and Jujitsu.

STYLE
The style ues safe and efficient movement, speed, accuracy, balance and focus, rather than just force. Control rather than agression. Breathing is kept as natural as possible. There is no forced breath or shouting. There is no special hardening of fists/feet or breaking as this can lead to troubles such as arthritis in later life.
The idea of the style was tha it would be a language and movement for people here and now - a safe but effective system.
Our style used to be called Kyushindo which means "Seek the perfect way". It is now called Mayo Shin Do ("Mr Mayo's perfect way")

TRAINING
A training session starts with excercises to warm, stretch and condition the body. Many routines were adapted from Yoga. Students (karateka) also learn relaxation, meditation, anatomy, first aid and diet. A session is mainly karate techniques, including some judo, self defense, holds and releases.
Everyone starts as a beginner (white belt). Men, women, old, young, fit and not so fit are all welcome. Wear a track suit or loose clothing. Each student is taught to their own need. There is no aggressive sparring.

FINALLY
Just train, rewards slowly come. Strive to improve your skill, fitness, movement, coordination, control and effectiveness. Gain confidence in "tricky" situations. Work hard but have fun. Add a new dimension to your life.