MAP Meet - South of England III - 16th June 2007

[Melanie]

Location:
3M Hall
Bracknell Leisure Centre
Bagshot Road
Bracknell
Berkshire
RG12 9SE

Tel (General): 01344 454203
Tel (Office): 01344 861717

Directions to Bracknell Leisure Centre (http://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/leisure/leis-leisure-sports-centres/leis-bracknell-sport-and-leisure-centre/leis-blc-location.htm)

This year it is to benefit the RSPCA (http://www.rspca.org.uk/servlet/Satellite?pagename=RSPCA/RSPCARedirect&pg=RSPCAHome)

MAP Raising Money For Charity (http://www.martialartsplanet.com/forums/showthread.php?t=44720&highlight=map+raising+money+for+charity)

Time: 10:00 to TBC

3 matted areas as before. Hall and insurance sorted.

Now need to sort out the following:
Committee
Constitution
New film crew
Sponsorship/funding
Design T shirts, posters, programmes
Instructors!

Jang Bong and Johnny X - I haven't forgotten you both :love:

Things I have in mind to see this coming event (probably won't happen but I can dream):

MMA
Gatka
Tai Chi
Kendo
CKD
Ninjitsu
Combat Submission
Hapkido
FMA
Shorin Ryu Karate
RBSD

INSTRUCTORS! PLEASE CONTACT ME DIRECT IF YOU CAN HELP WITH ANY OF THE ABOVE CLASSES OR INDEED OTHERS!!!



This event is expected to draw a "younger" crowd this time as its a bit fluffier this time compared to heart disease and cancer. I will be asking every instructor if they can cater their classes for under 16s but thus far most classes in the past have been for over 16s. It's nice to have a day for the grown-ups to act like kids for a day as well I guess. I will advise what the instructor says before and on the day so you can then use your own judgement. :)

I hope you can make it :)

[karate princess]

Yay, an MAP meet I can actually go to! I'll try and make sure I'm there, it sounds like fun!

[jwt]

I'll be there Melanie. :cool:

[Anth]

16th of June is back end of term for me, so I dont know what funds will be like or if I will be at home or still in Huddersfield.

I will let you all know whats happening as and when I find things out.

[Aegis]

Sounds excellent! As I have a long time off work coming up from January onwards, let me know if there are any (relatively simple) tasks for me to work on while I recover.

I'll do my best to be there again this year.

[Vimtoforblood]

Count me in.
Let me know if there's anything I can do to help.

[Melanie]

Thanks both of you :)

[Sgt_Major]

Should be there.... Come the new year I'll book flights etc and confirm, but count me in for now.

[Mei Hua]

I'll be there.

[Moosey]

I'm definitely up for another MAP meet - will have to get a later train ticket home to fit more pub time in though! :D

Edit: Mel, if you want any copy writing, PR stuff like the MAP "mission statement" from last year or photoshopping I'm happy to help out.

[Melanie]

Cool :D You may be needed ;)

[cavallin]

yay count me in for now! thats a day after my birthday so im counting on everyone to buy me drinks! this time i'll try and stick around! woo.
im gd with kids can do some tkd related "games" hehe.

[Chimpcheng]

Gah, can't we have a North East meet for the likes of me and Anth? I mean there's real broon up here, real broon. :D

[Gary]

I'll be there hopefully, but I'm contracting at the moment so I can't give a definate answer until closer to the time.

[Sam]

Yep I'm planning on getting my backside in gear this year and actually planning ahead as opposed to the week before.
Im in!

[Ragnarok2005]

I was going until Mei Hua decided he was.

[jwt]

Perhaps you should cut your hair and go in disguise. :Angel:

[Slindsay]

Perhaps you should cut your hair and go in disguise. :Angel:

Yeah, he could strap his chest down, tie his hair up and speak in a really gruff voice.

[Mei Hua]

I was going until Mei Hua decided he was.

What!!!??? SCARED???


By the way, I'll be at your house for your birthday, all the holidays, any family event, any special event, any party whatsoever, hope to see ya there :D

[Ragnarok2005]

What!!!??? SCARED???


By the way, I'll be at your house for your birthday, all the holidays, any family event, any special event, any party whatsoever, hope to see ya there :D

NO!!! I'll fight you anytime any place!

I just don't think the MAP meet or my house is the place to do it!

Name a time and place sucker. And I'll find some excuse to avoid it.

[jwt]

Well I'd already raised with Melanie the possibility of bringing some High Gear suits along... if you feel you need a layer of armour... :cool:

[Ragnarok2005]

Well I'd already raised with Melanie the possibility of bringing some High Gear suits along... if you feel you need a layer of armour... :cool:

We both work with the military.
Get me GUNS.

[jwt]

You are not seriously suggesting I sign some assault rifles out of my armoury? :D

Besides - Mei has a wolf as his avatar - wolves (contrary to myth) are generally frightened of men. :D

[prowla]

Nice one - I'll put it on my calendar.

(Maybe pistol duelling would be a suitable item for a couple of the folks!)

[Mei Hua]

We both work with the military.
Get me GUNS.
Amen
Armor's for sissies, I like pain, I enjoy breaking things.

Let's say we meet at your girlfriend's place for a squab, you don't show up I get her;)

[jwt]

Amen
Armor's for sissies, I like pain, I enjoy breaking things.

Let's say we meet at your girlfriend's place for a squab, you don't show up I get her;)

Tell you what, I'll buy two sardines and you can settle it like men outside.

[Su lin]

I fancy it but it's a really long way away for us up North! Any kung fu going on? :p

[g-bells]

mei pick me up along the way i got your back bro :D

[Mei Hua]

mei pick me up along the way i got your back bro :D

Amen bro, I don't think I have to worry though, it's just a dirty rag I need to ring out and hang up to dry:p


And Su, of course there'll be kung fu(I have some fun things I could show you)

[Su lin]

Well,if you are coming up north Mei we could get some Northern Mappers together for a small alternative meet maybe? :p

[Mei Hua]

Well,if you are coming up north Mei we could get some Northern Mappers together for a small alternative meet maybe? :p

I will be up North as well, a week/week and a half after this meet.

[Ragnarok2005]

Amen
Armor's for sissies, I like pain, I enjoy breaking things.

Let's say we meet at your girlfriend's place for a squab, you don't show up I get her;)

We're arguing again. You can have her! :rolleyes:
Just don't hurt me. :)

-

In all seriousness though. I thought you were American. If you're around in June. I look forwards to it.

[Mei Hua]

We're arguing again. You can have her! :rolleyes:
Just don't hurt me. :)

LOL :D

That makes me suspicious...


I am American, but will be in England/Scotland/Ireland from June 14th through July 7th for some business/pleasure.

[g-bells]

when is there going to be a MAP get togehter in norht eastern part of the usa. mei did'nt think you needed the help just did'nt want to miss the fist-t- cuffs

[Mei Hua]

when is there going to be a MAP get togehter in norht eastern part of the usa. mei did'nt think you needed the help just did'nt want to miss the fist-t- cuffs

That's a good question, I asked that awhile ago and not too much in the way of response, perhaps we'll have to work something out for a meet...


I know bro, I'd still enjoy having you along and laughing as I slap the rag to the floor.

[Ragnarok2005]

LOL :D

That makes me suspicious...


I am American, but will be in England/Scotland/Ireland from June 14th through July 7th for some business/pleasure.

Excellent!

Eyes on the prize Mei. :p

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f54/ShaunMcLorie/1559846029_m.jpg?t=1166906797

[Mei Hua]

Eyes on the prize Mei. :p



Sweet, she's a good looking gal;)

[Melanie]

Ok guys - thanks for hijacking the thread...

If you could take this conflab elsewhere - this is purely for organising the Meet!!!

[Mei Hua]

Ok guys - thanks for hijacking the thread...

If you could take this conflab elsewhere - this is purely for organising the Meet!!!

Sorry, I apologise

[Ragnarok2005]

Sorry, I apologise

I accept. I know sometimes we all get a little hot-headed. And because you've apologized I won't 540 kick you.

-

Sorry Mel. :Angel:

[g-bells]

Ok guys - thanks for hijacking the thread...

If you could take this conflab elsewhere - this is purely for organising the Meet!!!


me too :o

[jwt]

Hey - I was just trying to organise another lunch time event for the youngsters to watch. :Angel:

"Here is a demo of the sort of abuse the RSPCA is trying to stop. Okay Mei - over to you, can you put Rags in the bucket in the corner when you've finished with him?" :D

On a separate note, I suppose I'd better start passing this date round some students and non Mapsters.

[Melanie]

Hahahaha @ John :)

Yes please - pass the word around. Could instructor who are interested in doing any of the classes in the first post - or possibly others, please contact me direct if you are free on the day... :)

[tom pain]

I've wanted to attend a MAP meet......could be tempted! :D

[Another Muay Thai Guy]

Looks good, I will try and get there, but in the same position as Anth, will have to see how things go uni permitting. Still, it looks likea good'un (again), so for the moment, count me in as well. No FMA for me this year though I think. :o :D

[cavallin]

fma..was that the sticks!?! *starts rocking back and forth*

[Another Muay Thai Guy]

:rolleyes:

[Anth]

Looks good, I will try and get there, but in the same position as Anth, will have to see how things go uni permitting. Still, it looks likea good'un (again), so for the moment, count me in as well. No FMA for me this year though I think. :o :D
Damn Uni getting in the way of things! :p

Michele - aye, FMA is the sticks :)

[slideyfoot]

...I hope you can make it :)

I haven't seen you (IIRC and haven't got you mixed up with someone else :p) since the Tung-Fu meet way back in 2003, or stump since the Heathrow MMA thing, so would be cool to have a chat and roll again. Of course, I'm currently planning to be at a Bullshido Throwdown in June, but not set the date yet so might be in a different month or weekend in June. Would also be interesting to check out a MAP meet in person (especially if there is some MMA and/or BJJ) - I've been to Tung-Fu, Cyberkwoon, Heathen Hangout and Bullshido meets (no axe murderers yet ;) ), but never MAP.

Is there a train station nearby that's easy/cheap to get to from London?

[bassai]

I'll try and make it again , i've got a couple of non mappers who are interested too.

[Melanie]

Is there a train station nearby that's easy/cheap to get to from London?

Be great to see you again. There is Bracknell Train station about 20 mins walk or 5-10 mins taxi - I expect we shall the have MAP taxi again. It was really useful last time - some one stands at the station with a sign saying MAP Meet Taxi and in ya hop - you'll probably recognise the driver slidey :D

[slideyfoot]

Be great to see you again. There is Bracknell Train station about 20 mins walk or 5-10 mins taxi - I expect we shall the have MAP taxi again. It was really useful last time - some one stands at the station with a sign saying MAP Meet Taxi and in ya hop - you'll probably recognise the driver slidey :D

Cool - if he happens to bear a passing resemblance to this guy, if a tad less hairy, I just might:

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/9/94/Sam.png

:p

[Melanie]

LMAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! yes simliar Hahahahahaha

[Rhea]

looks like its the week before my green belt grading so I'll have to see. Work might not be too permitting (again)

[tom pain]

It's a Saturday so would need to book the weekend off work.

Think my last examination (university) is the end of May.

Nothing stopping me except transport. And I can get a train :cool:

[Freeform]

Should be there, it'll be fun :)

[Victoria]

It's a Saturday so would need to book the weekend off work.

Think my last examination (university) is the end of May.

Nothing stopping me except transport. And I can get a train :cool:
I'll go up on the train with you tom :p :D

[tom pain]

I'll go up on the train with you tom :p :D

If you say 'please' :p

Nah your more than welcome!

[Victoria]

Nah your more than welcome!
I should blardy well think so too :p Watch it Ely

PS Mel count me in :)

See you there Mei ;)

[tom pain]

I should blardy well think so too :p Watch it Ely

You make Ely sound like such a bad place! If there's a Cardiff MAP meet I want one held there to show everyone how nice it really is :D

[Mei Hua]

See you there Mei ;)

Indeed, I'll be the one outdrinking a bunch of Englishmen ;)

[Victoria]

You make Ely sound like such a bad place! If there's a Cardiff MAP meet I want one held there to show everyone how nice it really is :D
Yes, we could hand awards to any that survive :p

On a side note, we should have an unoffical get together in Cardiff. We could rent the hall I use or just pile in the pub :D But that's for another thread.

Mei - not before hand I hope :p

[Mei Hua]

Mei - not before hand I hope :p

:D

I'm getting together with a couple of Bud's the night before to train and each of them has challenged me to a drinking contest, so I have to outdrink 3 English boys and show them how it's done in America(the right way ;) ), nothing out of the ordinary though, I'll be in perfect shape to train :D

[shoshinkan]

I have just put this event into my calander, looking forward to it!

[Johnno]

:D

I'm getting together with a couple of Bud's the night before to train and each of them has challenged me to a drinking contest, so I have to outdrink 3 English boys and show them how it's done in America(the right way ;) ), nothing out of the ordinary though, I'll be in perfect shape to train :DIf you think that having a 'couple of Buds' will make you out-drink some English boys then you're going to get a nasty surprise! ;) :D



[Seriously, be warned: English beer can have strange side-effects!]

[Moosey]

[Seriously, be warned: English beer can have strange side-effects!]
Especially if you forget to pick the straw and sawdust out of it before you drink it.

[Mei Hua]

If you think that having a 'couple of Buds' will make you out-drink some English boys then you're going to get a nasty surprise! ;) :D



[Seriously, be warned: English beer can have strange side-effects!]

LOL, it's all good, we were actually going straight for whiskey/scotch which I drink like a fish;)

I'm looking forward though to some of these "English beers" y'all keep mentioning though:D

[shoshinkan]

I will likely stay over somewhere local, are a few others looking to do the same, bit of a social?

[Sam]

I will likely stay over somewhere local, are a few others looking to do the same, bit of a social?

I was contemplating it, depending on funds at the time and which other strange people decide to stay if any:p

[shoshinkan]

yep it is a while off so I guess I shall see nearer the time, looking forward to meeting a few of you.

[CKinnerley]

How do I always miss these threads? :rolleyes:

Anyway, similar to the above, if I'm still around by June I'm there, picked up some good stuff at the last one.

[tom pain]

I've put in the holiday requests for that weekend (if you want any days off in June you have to do it early) - so if management co-operate will be seeing you all there! :D

[Ragnarok2005]

I will likely stay over somewhere local, are a few others looking to do the same, bit of a social?

Sounds good to me mate.

I've put in the holiday requests for that weekend (if you want any days off in June you have to do it early) - so if management co-operate will be seeing you all there!

You are sick that day anyway.

[tom pain]

You are sick that day anyway.

Shhhh.....I don't know how many of my superiors might be members.......

[Levo]

Can't sleep so checking out MAP, not been here in ages!

The MAP Meet I came to was fun, fancy coming to this one if I'm about.

Will teach if anyone is interested.

Nathan

[slideyfoot]

Will teach if anyone is interested.

Without meaning to be cloyingly sycophantic, if you were teaching that would motivate me considerably to make sure I get along to this. Only ever heard good things about your class (which is supported by the high quality posts I've seen you make in the past), though so far I've been too lazy to get myself up to Leicester. ;)

[tom pain]

Management co-operated - hope to see you all there! :D

[Perds]

Hey. Newbie in town :p

This sounds like an interesting meet. It's a bit too soon to confirm attendance but I'll pencilled it in for the mo :D

P.

[Levo]

Without meaning to be cloyingly sycophantic, if you were teaching that would motivate me considerably to make sure I get along to this. Only ever heard good things about your class (which is supported by the high quality posts I've seen you make in the past), though so far I've been too lazy to get myself up to Leicester. ;)

*blush*

:)

[shoshinkan]

Yes it is to soon to be sure, I have it in the diary and will see how things pan out - if its in the diary its generally happening though!

[Jang Bong]

The internet has let me in, I've seen the thread, and I'm doing my usual "No promises, but I'd love to be there after last year's experience".

Mel - just give me a shout when you need to - my skills are at your service :)

[Yatezy]

Gutted am working! Can feel a mid summer cold coming on!

:D

[Melanie]

The internet has let me in, I've seen the thread, and I'm doing my usual "No promises, but I'd love to be there after last year's experience".

Mel - just give me a shout when you need to - my skills are at your service :)

VERY pleased to hear it matey :D

[Alansmurf]

I will try and attend with some of my class..

:D

[JSKdan]

I will have to pencil this one in as I missed the last one and hope to make this one.

Would be nice to put a few faces to names :)

[Melanie]

It looks like I won't be having a DVD this year. I can't find a better quote than £2,000 for a crew and I don't have time to look for media students (which I think would produce a very god film for us) If someone else wants to try for me (Johnno... :D ) than i won't object. I have still not found any money either...so, so far it looks like I am paying everything myself again :( But I'll do it anyway...'cos I'm crazy... :)

[Mei Hua]

How 'bout some donations folks?

[tom pain]

How 'bout some donations folks?

Definetly :)

[KickChick]

Mel I certainly know that feeling! ;)

Perhaps you can downsize a wee bit.

Certainly t-shirts should be provided for attendees and you can see how many you need to order by setting up a PayPal account and have them reserve their order beforehand ... so that will take care of that cost.

As far as filming the MAP meet ( that is a sore subject with me ;) ), certainly you can find someone that day that wouldn't mind capturing the highlights of the day with their digicam and find someone who is skilled at editing that into a good DVD for you.

MAP meets are always a memorable day for everyone :)

[tom pain]

Certainly t-shirts should be provided for attendees and you can see how many you need to order by setting up a PayPal account and have them reserve their order beforehand ... so that will take care of that cost.

I want mine personalised :p

"I AM TOM PAIN"

Then everyone will know who I am without having to ask! :D

[Bassmonkey]

I fancy it but it's a really long way away for us up North! Any kung fu going on? :p


So is there any kung fu going on at all?

Oh and Mei,

Try ringwood beer, preferably 49er, its all good!!!!!

Thanks

C60

[Su lin]

Well,if I decide to go,which I may,there may be no kf but there will be a kf'er at least! :)

[Mei Hua]

Well,if I decide to go,which I may,there may be no kf but there will be a kf'er at least! :)

There will be some others of us there that know and teach kung fu

[Su lin]

Ahhh of course,was forgetting you were going too Mei!

Should be a few kf people there,although I'll make sure I don't show you any of my lau gar Mei. ;) :love:

[Sgt_Major]

I'll try and get - but im gonna have a young son to be looking after ....

[Joseki]

I will be there

:)

[Bassmonkey]

Should be a few kf people there,although I'll make sure I don't show you any of my lau gar Mei. ;) :love:

Ha ha ha ha the banter is really what keeps this place going :D

[Visage]

Definately no promises at the moment, but I'll try.

Su Lin - That'll be another kungfu-er for you :) (If I do come, I might wear my bright white kungfu uniform, just for a chuckle :D)

[Su lin]

Definately no promises at the moment, but I'll try.

Su Lin - That'll be another kungfu-er for you :) (If I do come, I might wear my bright white kungfu uniform, just for a chuckle :D)

Cool :D My kung fu uniform isn't very impressive I'm afraid :(

[Visage]

Neither's mine, its just bright white. It could star in a Daz advert.

James

[cheesypeas]

Neither's mine, its just bright white. It could star in a Daz advert.

James

Oh..not the one that makes you look like an ice cream seller....


99 anyone.....roflmao

:love:

[Melanie]

Right you lot. I am arranging this fully over the next 3 weeks - 16th June 2007.

Any instructors please contact me by either PM or by the email addresses at the bottom of this post. Those that have contacted me already and aren't banned I will speak to you shortly!

[Visage]

Oh..not the one that makes you look like an ice cream seller....


99 anyone.....roflmao

:love:

:woo: yes, thats the one :woo: :p lol

:D

[Melanie]

I was actually trying to inject a little bit of sense into the thread.

[Victoria]

Those that have contacted me already and aren't banned I will speak to you shortly!
:D

[cheesypeas]

:woo: yes, thats the one :woo: :p lol

:D

Oh JOY.....its worth going just to see you in it again....... :p



bwahahahhahahahahahhahahahha

[Melanie]

I would like to find out if you would be interested in changing the format slightly for this years event. It has been suggested that I should have less instructors and more time for each class as below (below is just an example - not what is happening!)

Below you can have 8 styles and have two classes of the same style so you get a second chance to have a go at a class - lets say each class is 50 mins long.

MMA KungFu FMA Kendo

KSW Karate JuJitsu TaiChi

KungFu JuJitsu KSW MMA

Kendo Taichi FMA Karate

Or would you rather do the format that we have done for the past 2 years

50 min sessions of 12 different styles

MMA KungFu FMA

TaiChi JuJitsu KSW

Kendo CKD Karate

Gatka Capoeira Aikido

What would you prefer?

Either let me know on this thread or PM and email me. I'd just like your opinion. May not mean I'll do it but its getting your opinion innit... :D

[Vimtoforblood]

I suppose it depends on what classes are on.
If there are 2 you really want to go to and they class in option 2, option 1 would be better from a participants point of view. On the flip side option 2 gives more variation.
I guess in terms of getting instructors and organisation option 1 would be easier.

Personally I would be happy with option 1 - still get to do a day of 4 different things :)

[slideyfoot]

Speaking personally, I'd be coming for the MMA, meaning ideally I'd want as much of that as possible. So, I vote for option 1.

[Sam]

Option 1 would more appealing to me. My brain gets overloaded at the best of times so more of less works fine :) .

[Devildog2930]

It's a Saturday so would need to book the weekend off work.

Think my last examination (university) is the end of May.

Nothing stopping me except transport. And I can get a train :cool:
I'm Just up the road in caerphilly. Maybe we could organise to meet up ,travel by car and share the petrol money. I'm only to willing to drive :D .

[Melanie]

I would like to find out if you would be interested in changing the format slightly for this years event. It has been suggested that I should have less instructors and more time for each class as below (below is just an example - not what is happening!)

Below you can have 8 styles and have two classes of the same style so you get a second chance to have a go at a class - lets say each class is 50 mins long.

MMA KungFu FMA Kendo

KSW Karate JuJitsu TaiChi

KungFu JuJitsu KSW MMA

Kendo Taichi FMA Karate

Or would you rather do the format that we have done for the past 2 years

50 min sessions of 12 different styles

MMA KungFu FMA

TaiChi JuJitsu KSW

Kendo CKD Karate

Gatka Capoeira Aikido

What would you prefer?

Either let me know on this thread or PM and email me. I'd just like your opinion. May not mean I'll do it but its getting your opinion innit... :D

Anyone else?

[aikiwolfie]

If the meet is aimed at a younger audience this time around I'd stick with 50 minute sessions with 12 different styles.

[Su lin]

Who is doing the Kung Fu Melanie?

Anyone heading down from oop north at all?

[aikiwolfie]

"oop north"? What language is that? I might be going :D Just so I can confuse Mel in person :yeleyes:

[Su lin]

It's how us Lancashire people speak. :D

You can pick me up then Aikie- I'll wait for you on the M6 at Lancaster. :D :eek:

[aikiwolfie]

LOL you'll be waiting a long long while then. I can't drive. :p

[Su lin]

:eek:


Lolol!

[Melanie]

Who is doing the Kung Fu Melanie?

Anyone heading down from oop north at all?

I hhaven't confirmed instructors or styles yet - I was just making the above list an example.

Which one do you prefer Su Lin?

8 classes or 12?

[Su lin]

Ahhh sorry Melanie!

I think 8 may be better,although not having been before I don't know how the 12 sessions has worked in the past.

[karatebarbie]

It's now on my calendar Mel but I cant promise cos it's a busy month and I have something on the Sunday. Fingers crossed!

Will pass on the date to AuntieP too.

[Melanie]

It's now on my calendar Mel but I cant promise cos it's a busy month and I have something on the Sunday. Fingers crossed!

Will pass on the date to AuntieP too.

Cheers - How would you like to see the format of the event? please check back on the previous page and look at my last post. You were at the first one so you should have an idea. Would you like to change it or not? :)

[jamie1976]

i so wish i could be there at this meet but il be in Iraq on that date ive not been to a meet yet and as far as i know this is the first since ive joined map but when i get back il be doing my best to get involved with all meets and try and bring along some other instructors from my club to help out if needed. :)

jamie :woo:

[Melanie]

i so wish i could be there at this meet but il be in Iraq on that date ive not been to a meet yet and as far as i know this is the first since ive joined map but when i get back il be doing my best to get involved with all meets and try and bring along some other instructors from my club to help out if needed. :)

jamie :woo:

No problem - we'll see you at the next Meet - its an annual thing for me thus far but dependent on interest it might become more. Where abouts do you live? There might be others you see :)

Be careful out there by the way :)

[Melanie]

Cheers - How would you like to see the format of the event? please check back on the previous page and look at my last post. You were at the first one so you should have an idea. Would you like to change it or not? :)

Well I'm not convinced any one wants to change the format due to the lack of comments so unless there is a dramatic change its staying the same or at least similar!

[tom pain]

There's the saying 'if it ain't broke dont fix it!'

[Jang Bong]

Well I'm not convinced any one wants to change the format due to the lack of comments so unless there is a dramatic change its staying the same or at least similar!

You know me by now - I like variety. Last year's style gives me more options to pick at to either enhance what I learn OR take me of in a totally different direction :)

[I was going to ask if you could apply some pressure to a Hapkido instructor, but realised that is probably an oxymoron and highly dangerous :D :D :D ]

I've pre-booked the weekend at the Backpackers hostel and will be looking for train tickets this week :) I think this means I'm coming YAY!!! ;)

[Inner Qi]

I'll definately try to come :)

[cheesypeas]

I'll definately try to come :)


it will be nice to meet you face to face....maybe then you will be unable to duck my questions!! :p

youre slipperier than a bucket of frogs :eek:

[Rhea]

Changes of plan, and an annual leave entitlement I am not missing out on means I may be able to get to this meet now. Sod it being a week before grading, I need a break and more people to throw. I'll be deciding nearer the time, like a month from now, depending on juicy classes and expense.

[Melanie]

Be a pleasure to have you there Rhea :)

[Sam]

I've pre-booked the weekend at the Backpackers hostel and will be looking for train tickets this week :) I think this means I'm coming YAY!!! ;)

Jang bong is there any chance you have the contact details/ website of this place.
I think friday night is taken care of but I'll more than likely stop over on the saturday aswell.

Cheers

[Rhea]

I could do with knowing details, it'd be good to stay in the same place as people from MAP.

[Nick K]

It's in my diary. There aren't any horse jumping/showing related goings on booked yet, so hopefully I'll be able to come

[Jang Bong]

Jang bong is there any chance you have the contact details/ website of this place.

No problem, it was passed on to me last year and the price (or lack of it) made my visit possible :)

http://www.piccadillybackpackers.com/

One thought was trying to arrange a dorm for the MAP crowd - then I thought about a room of over-excited martial arts kids (with assorted weaponry in their storage lockers) and thought NAAAAAHHHHH!!! :p

[Sam]

No problem, it was passed on to me last year and the price (or lack of it) made my visit possible :)

http://www.piccadillybackpackers.com/

One thought was trying to arrange a dorm for the MAP crowd - then I thought about a room of over-excited martial arts kids (with assorted weaponry in their storage lockers) and thought NAAAAAHHHHH!!! :p

LOL Yeah I agree, that could get very messy.

Cheers matey.

[jwt]

Sorry - I'm going to be stuck at Pirbright on a course. :bang:

Hope you all have a good time.

[Melanie]

Sorry to hear that John - you'll be missed! By all means tell your students to come though!

I am getting lots of offers which is fab but most offers have been non trad MA so far - which is also fab but I need to mix a few traditional styles also.

If you or your Sensie can offer me a few traditional styles, please let me know :)

email me at mapmeet@ hotmail.co.uk or melanie@ martialartsplanet.com

without the spaces of course :)

[Melanie]

I am getting a few confirmed instructors now :)

But I still need more!

Anyone else?

Contact me as above or I start calling local clubs and you won't get ya chance!

[Melanie]

Useless! Well I shall to find people by meself then...

Well tomorrow I am going to my local radio station and recording another promo - its quite exciting! If you can get on Time 106.6 you'll hear me promo at some stage in the next couple of weeks!

I'm going to look at local clubs - unless I get some surprises! Come on gang - tell me who wants to put there club where their mouth is! I have a few spaces left!

[aikiwolfie]

You're gunna be on the radio :eek: I didn't know you were famous :p

I would teach. If I'm going. But ... I have no insurance, quit the club that issued the licence and haven't trained in 6 months. Possibly more. And I've never actually taught an entire adult class. Sorry Mel. :o

maybe you'll have to do it yourself :eek: You can borrow my bokken for luck ;)

[Melanie]

Yeah - I can see I would last well into the first 15 seconds before I got laughed off the mat...thanks but no thanks :D

Can you come along though aiki?

[aikiwolfie]

I certainly planning on it. Depends on whether or not I get the time off. We're only allowed 3 people off per team at any one time so there's a lot of competition for holidays. I'm booking the time just as soon as I figure out how to work the new electronic fangled system. It used to be so simple. Pen, paper form, fill in, hand to TL who sits just the other side of the room. Ten meters away at most.

I'll keep you posted :D

[Aegis]

I'd teach a basic breakfalling class if there was a) demand and b) insurance cover for someone that technically has no instructor license any more! I'll put in a request for instructors from my club too to see if any are interested in volunteering something, and will get them to get in touch if so, but no promises

[Melanie]

Thanks - but you need an instructors licence mate :)

[Vimtoforblood]

I would be interested in that Aegis.

Remember being impressed by your breakfalling last year.

[Aegis]

Thanks - but you need an instructors licence mate :)
Figured as much. Maybe next year!

[Aegis]

I would be interested in that Aegis.

Remember being impressed by your breakfalling last year.
Maybe while Mel's back is turned ;)

[Moony]

I *might* turn up....depends on work, and money....

[Moony]

Maybe while Mel's back is turned ;)

We could always find lots of mat space and watch each other roll and comment on the rolls. Not our fault if everyone else desides to roll at the same time.

[Jang Bong]

Maybe while Mel's back is turned ;)

Count me in - I fall like a brick, and could use some tips :)

[Melanie]

I am pleased to confirm we now have two instructors for the Meet confirmed!

powchoy!

Southern Chinese Family Kung Fu Style

and

Steven Bioletti

Ju Jitsu

I am waiting on 5 other instructors to fully confirm and then post them up - still looking for others though!

[slideyfoot]

Any possibility of BJJ? Not sure who would be closest to Bracknell - maybe Marcio Gomes in Brighton (he was at the Brighton Throwdown, charged us £10 each for showing: might be interested in doing this too). Or possibly one of the guys at Roger Gracie's - the Academy itself isn't all that far from Bracknell (about 35miles, according to Google Local), so if any of the black belts live near by, they might be interested.

You could ask on the Facebook group (http://warwick.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2235801790) - Jude is on Facebook now, although then again, wouldn't absolutely have to be a black belt, considering its BJJ. Could be some of the purples and browns would be interested, or even blues (I know Oli has done classes before, and he posts here (http://www.martialartsplanet.com/forums/member.php?userid=8170) occasionally).

[Melanie]

I gotta be honest slidey - I have tried very hard for 2 years (not this year!) to get BJJ and they want paying - as I don't pay any instructor its not really in the spirit of the Meet. I still have a few possible surprises to pull off for the day - so keep your eyes on this thread. I may yet surprise you :D

[slideyfoot]

Ah, fair enough - can't imagine they'd be keen without pay. I look forward to the surprise, in that case! :D

[Ragnarok2005]

I am pleased to confirm we now have two instructors for the Meet confirmed!

powchoy!

Southern Chinese Family Kung Fu Style

and

Steven Bioletti

Ju Jitsu

I am waiting on 5 other instructors to fully confirm and then post them up - still looking for others though!


Not Mr. Bailey then?
He's amazing.

[Melanie]

No Rags - you'll find Mr Bioletti equally as amazing I assure you :)

[Moosey]

I gotta be honest slidey - I have tried very hard for 2 years (not this year!) to get BJJ and they want paying
Bwahahahaha!!! So after all the talk about McDojos and how BJJ is the real deal in the martial arts world, it appears to be the BJJ instructors who are obsessed with money over all else! Interesting empirical evidence there!

[Pacificshore]

Bwahahahaha!!! So after all the talk about McDojos and how BJJ is the real deal in the martial arts world, it appears to be the BJJ instructors who are obsessed with money over all else! Interesting empirical evidence there!
I knew there were Mcdonalds down in Brazil:p :D

[Moosey]

I knew there were Mcdonalds down in Brazil:p :D
I suspect I'll regret posting that in the morning as I'm rather drunk right now. But, hey, if you can't cause a bit of controversy when you're on teh b33rs, when can you? :D

[Pacificshore]

Best time to post........when you're drunk :D I see you are a Happy one at that too :p

[slideyfoot]

Bwahahahaha!!! So after all the talk about McDojos and how BJJ is the real deal in the martial arts world, it appears to be the BJJ instructors who are obsessed with money over all else! Interesting empirical evidence there!

Heh - more supply and demand. Aren't all that many BJJ instructors around. Also, big difference between McDojo (commercial and out for cash) and bullshido (teaching crap): possible to be the former without being the latter. BJJ has always been expensive, but you get what you pay for. ;)

Still might be worth asking any BJJ belts above white we've got on here, especially if they happen to live near Bracknell. Plenty of blues who are capable of teaching, particularly if its only a 50min session which would most likely be pretty basic and introductory.

[Melanie]

http://www.buildabear.com//ProductImages/BABW_UK/Large/409545L.jpg

Meet "Minx the MAP Meet Mascot"

I bought her this too:

http://www.bearfamilygifts.com/bear/karate-bear.jpg

Meet her on the day! :D

[robertmap]

Hi All,

I do hope that any instructors reading this will give their time to the MAP Meet...

I will be instructing there, teaching the Tai Chi Eight Move Energy Form.

Without wishing to sound too pompous (Moi ????) I give my time to Mel because she's good people - and please note that I don't even like the charity she is supporting this year - However I'll be there just like previous years and I'll be paying the entrance fee too... Why? Because I only teach for one session and the fee is way cheap for the pleasure of learning at the other sessions.

Hope to see YOU there too.

All the best.

Robert.

[Teebs]

I'm tempted by the idea of coming to this as it's quite near my university, but I have my first year exams the week after so I'm not sure... Tempt me people! :p

[Aegis]

I'm tempted by the idea of coming to this as it's quite near my university, but I have my first year exams the week after so I'm not sure... Tempt me people! :p
Go along or we'll send Saz around to your house...

[Moosey]

I'm tempted by the idea of coming to this as it's quite near my university, but I have my first year exams the week after so I'm not sure... Tempt me people! :p
Start revising a day early and take that day off!

[tom pain]

I'm tempted by the idea of coming to this as it's quite near my university, but I have my first year exams the week after so I'm not sure... Tempt me people! :p

If I was in that situation, I would revise. You have to see where your priorities lie - and I believe that university exams would have preference.

I'm lucky mine finish before the meet!

[Rhea]

Everyone needs breaks. Maybe a bit of revision, and a bit of martial arts. A good balance.
But Tom is right, prioritise.

I've definately got the weekend off so I should be popping down, money permitting.

[slideyfoot]

First year? Hmm - does it count towards your final mark? I spent most of the time around my first year exams drinking, but then I did English. :D

[Teebs]

No it doesn't count beyond having to get a good enough score to go on for the second year, if it did I wouldn't even be debating going.

[shoshinkan]

Hi All,

This will be my first MAP event and I have been asked to teach a session by Mel, thankyou Mel. (paperwork will be with you in a day or 2).`

I will present classical Okinawan Shorin Ryu Karate, if that is of interest to any of you feel free let me know anything specific you would like to train, if not it will be core principles applicable to self defence.

interestingly the Bracknell location is where the Honbu of my first karate association is based, so I hope to meet some of the BSKA teachers and students, that I beleive still train there!

I also will be going back to Basingstoke to train with my first Sempai on the friday night so this weekend looks to be a trip down memory lane.

[slideyfoot]

Bugger. Got some weird folk dance thing I apparently have to go to that my gf booked ages ago. Grr, was looking forward to finally getting a lesson under Levo: ah well, maybe next time.

[Tommy-2guns...]

hey, any news if Terry Brown is going to be teaching? or any WMA guys for that matter?would be great if there is.

this MAP meet should be awesome,as hopefully will make up for seni being too far awayB)becoming utter rubbish.

[Melanie]

I am waiting to hear back from Terry to be honest - he needs to find more people to attend with him as I would love to have a demo from him :D

[Ciar2001]

Tempted to pop along and just watch always interesting seeing other martial arts :) would that be possible?

[Aegis]

Tempted to pop along and just watch always interesting seeing other martial arts :) would that be possible?
Why watch when you can join in? ;)

[Melanie]

Spectators are completely allowed and if you change your mind and want to take part no problem either :) Just make sure you are wearing something suitable or bring a change of clothes.

[tom pain]

Is there a shower facility?

[Melanie]

Yep - full changing rooms, showers and lockers and parking is free too :D I'm much too good to you guys.

[Ciar2001]

I could never join in :) not been back training long enough only been a year since i starting taking SPM again, but i am definitely going to come down and spectate and introduce myself.

[Melanie]

You got 2 months practice! Then you can join in - it's for complete beginners anyway so don't let that stop you :)

[Ciar2001]

Very tempted ill get working on Sarm Bo Jin maybe my sifu will let me show it :)

i shall enquire as it's the basis of everything we do.

[Aegis]

Very tempted ill get working on Sarm Bo Jin maybe my sifu will let me show it :)

i shall enquire as it's the basis of everything we do.
You don't actually have to demonstrate anything if you don't want. Just turn up in any sort of training gear and join in the various beginner-level classes.

Trust me, I'm going to be looking terrible because I'm still sort of getting over an operation and therefore not doing much training ;)

[karate princess]

What are we expected to wear to the meet if we are participating?

[Ciar2001]

You don't actually have to demonstrate anything if you don't want. Just turn up in any sort of training gear and join in the various beginner-level classes.

Trust me, I'm going to be looking terrible because I'm still sort of getting over an operation and therefore not doing much training ;)

sorted then, de rigeur black joggers and a white t shirt :)

ill just join in the fun!

[Aegis]

What are we expected to wear to the meet if we are participating?
Whatever's comfortable. I'm personally going to be wearing either a gi or a t-shirt with gi bottoms depending on what I'm currently participating in.

Or I could go as half of a pantomime horse if people bet me enough money!

[Melanie]

Further confirmed instructors

Robert Agar-Hutton - Tai Chi Eight Move Energy Form

Andy Wright - "ReikiJutsui" Principles

Colin Stewart - FREEFORM! - Dog Brother Martial Arts and/or Goshindo Tai Jitsu

[Terry Brown]

hey, any news if Terry Brown is going to be teaching? or any WMA guys for that matter?would be great if there is.

this MAP meet should be awesome,as hopefully will make up for seni being too far awayB)becoming utter rubbish.
>
Hi Tommy and Melanie,
>
You can put me down as attending and giving a class on English cudgel fighting; I'm just not sure about a demo yet, the reason is I only teach a small number of students and with the event being in the holiday season I cannot confirm having anyone else there to assist in a demo. I had intended asking for volunteers at last week's class but unfortunately forgot to do so (it's an age thing)
>
Best wishes,
Terry

[Melanie]

Terry - can you complete the form I sent you and return the things requested when you can - much appreciated - can't wait to see your class! Me and my camera are gonna have a great time :)

[tom pain]

Me and my camera are gonna have a great time :)

In that case I'll do myself up a bit ;)

[Moosey]

You can put me down as attending and giving a class on English cudgel fighting
That sounds very interesting! Looking forward to this meet!

[Sam]

Not sure if I'll be able to make this one again, absolutely gutted :(

[Aegis]

Not sure if I'll be able to make this one again, absolutely gutted :(
Stop being so rubbish and get there! No brownies for you if you don't!

[Sam]

Stop being so rubbish and get there! No brownies for you if you don't!

Dont call me rubbish, dont want none of your brownies anyway!

[Pacificshore]

Sam,

You can be the official video camera and still photo operator ;)

[Freeform]

Further confirmed instructors

Robert Agar-Hutton - Tai Chi Eight Move Energy Form

Andy Wright - "ReikiJutsui" Principles

Colin Stewart - FREEFORM! - Dog Brother Martial Arts and/or Goshindo Tai Jitsu

What have I let myself in for! :eek:

:D

It's looking to be a good day :)

[Aegis]

What have I let myself in for! :eek:

:D

It's looking to be a good day :)
Col, sign me up for your session ;)

Not bothered which you teach, I want in!

[Tommy-2guns...]

great news that youll be coming terry, the book arrived recently, great stuff! will we be expected to bring our own cudgels/singlesticks on the day or will you have some there?

cheers


also

has the format been decided upon yet? and is there a list of confirmed instructors/times now?

[Melanie]

Nah - the instructors are still being sorted and you'll find out the format on the day - I never give away classes I'm afraid :)

[Freeform]

will we be expected to bring our own cudgels/singlesticks on the day or will you have some there?


If you've got your own sticks bring 'em ;) I've only got a few spares and have no idea how many people will be there :confused:

Not bothered which you teach, I want in!

They fit quite well together so you may get a bit of both :)

[Melanie]

Col - I have a few spare sticks to be honest so I am sure we can sort it out for you :)

[Terry Brown]

[QUOTE=Tommy-2guns...]great news that youll be coming terry, the book arrived recently, great stuff! will we be expected to bring our own cudgels/singlesticks on the day or will you have some there?[E/QUOTE]
>
Hi Tommy,
>
Glad you are enjoying the book:)
>
I will bring a few extra cudgels along with me.
>
Best wishes,
Terry

[Jang Bong]

I've never seen a true 'cudgel' - would the techniques be directly transferable to a hook-handle walking stick? Count me in :)

[Tommy-2guns...]

The term cudgel is kind of open it could be anything from a stick to a heavy club like weapon, but normally from my what i gather its of walking stick length of approximate eskrima baston width.sometimes done with a guard for the hand made from leather or wicker.

[shoshinkan]

very much looking foward to training cudgel/short sticks !

[Black Belt]

I saw on earlier comment there maybe a lot or some around or under the 16 years old age.
Are there any seniors going on the course? I can train with
Not meaning anything against junior members!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Vimtoforblood]

If by senior you mean "old"/not "young"; that would include me.

[Melanie]

I'll be honest with you Black Belt - with the line up I have yet to confirm - I can't imagine many under 16's will be coming. I tried but this event is just not for "juniors" which is nice in one way - means the grown ups get a day out to play :)

[Freeform]

I don't forsee any problems, in fact from past experience I expect that it will be mostly adults anyways.

There's some material I won't teach to under 16s, that just means that I won't teach it, as Mel wants this to be age inclussive.

[JohnnyX]

Hi Melanie,

Just to confirm, I can print the Official Programme for the event at the usual cost. ;)

I may be able to get down there on the day too.

Cheers.

JohnnyX

[Melanie]

Woohoo! Are you staying the night? Be nice to get half cut after all the effort the Meet Team would have put in? :D Jang Bong!!! You too mate :D

[Melanie]

I can now confirm a further Instructor

Chris Tozer - Aikido - Takemusu Aiki

Local chap from Camberley - Cheers Chris :)

[prowla]

I'm hoping to make it this year.
It's going to be a long trek, as I live about half a mile away!

I haven't read the whole thread, but is there and age restriction?
I'd like to have the option of bringing my eldest boy along - he's 13, taller than me, and a 1st kyu karate.

[Melanie]

There is no age restriction but some instructions maybe have an age limit - this will be clarified on the day - some may though just not do certain stuff - as its not suitable for a "younger" person to try or know. Unfortunately its a an area I just can't get around. But it will be VERY clear on the day. not much help - but honest...

[tom pain]

There is no age restriction but some instructions maybe have an age limit

I better bring my ID then! :p Apparently I don't look 19...

[prowla]

I better bring my ID then! :p Apparently I don't look 19...I don't look 19 either...
...but then again I am 46!

[quartermaster]

Depending on exam timing at uni I'll see if I can make it again this year. The last Meet was great fun!

[Jang Bong]

Hey Quartermaster - nice to hear from you mate :)

[quartermaster]

And you. It looks like my exams finish a week or so before the meet so if there's no disaster, I should be able to make it there. If it's anything like last time, it's going to be great! :D

[Shrukin89]

If there's any videos being recorded, post them up on youtube. That's what youtube is for. ;)

Then I could watch you all, and wear a t-shirt or like a sign hanging down that has your username on it. :p

I'll be umm staying where I am, I guess. Unless if somebody wants to drag me out. Then I could bring some name tags if that were the case. :D

[quartermaster]

On second thoughts, I may have to miss it this year. The meet's on the same day as my grading and since I missed the last one I really ought to go for it.

Maybe next time, guys.

[Su lin]

Looks like Im not going to be able to make it, really annoyed.Just a bit too far ,got weddings to attend and a summer holiday to pay for etc. :(

[Moosey]

Oh Su, don't be pathetic! People get married all the time, there only one MAP meet a year! Get your priorities right young panda!

[Sam]

I agree, would you rather go to some wedding, in some sticky hot church, with some sticky screaming kids, in some really uncomfortable dress OR have the opportunity to punch some of us mappers in the face.

I know what I'd rather do :p

[Su lin]

I would MUCH rather come and fight with you guys but Im not sure the people getting married would understand :(:(:( Sadness.

[Alansmurf]

I would MUCH rather come and fight with you guys but Im not sure the people getting married would understand :(:(:( Sadness.


bring them with you !!!! :) :) :) :)

[Su lin]

I would do,but it's somewhere in Scotland,some island apparently. :(

[Alansmurf]

I would do,but it's somewhere in Scotland,some island apparently. :(



re convene the MAP meet to the island .....

sounds like a good movie ..............mmmmmm!! :)

[tom pain]

OR have the opportunity to punch some of us mappers in the face.

Yes Su! :D

*Puts on Westlife, Take That, Avril Lavigne and Ronan Keating compilation* ;)

[Su lin]

Gahhhh temptation....so.....very...strong.....

Perhaps I could just go AWOL for the weekend :D

[Shrukin89]

OR have the opportunity to punch some of us mappers in the face.

I know what I'd rather do :p

Or like the time that I photoshopped you. :D I still have your pic on my comp, I totally forgot about it.

[Melanie]

I now have confirmed

Steve Morrison for Sambo :D

Nearly there :D

[Melanie]

Ladies and gents, please tell your clubs and friends about this event. This may well be my last event as an organiser as I cannot find any funding for this event and this year everything has conspired against me! I cannot promise an event next year as I simply cannot afford it like this!

So please make every effort to come this year!

Many thanks.

Melanie

[Rhea]

ok i will make every effort. It would be a shame if things go tits up.

[JohnnyX]

Ladies and gents, please tell your clubs and friends about this event. This may well be my last event as an organiser as I cannot find any funding for this event and this year everything has conspired against me! I cannot promise an event next year as I simply cannot afford it like this!

Hi Melanie

Am I right in thinking that you are reimbursed any money that you have forked out setting up the meeting, from the takings on the day.

I hope the answer is "Yes", because that's only fair and proper.

Cheers.

[Melanie]

Nope - I have not taken a penny in the past two years - if I had I would only have handed over just over £200 last year :D The year before was a bit cheaper...

[JohnnyX]

Nope - I have not taken a penny in the past two years - if I had I would only have handed over just over £200 last year :D The year before was a bit cheaper...
:eek: That doesn't sound right ...... or fair. :eek:

IMHO, the 'meet' should meet the cost of the meet. :woo:

The point of the meets is to make money for charity, (however much or little), not bankrupt the organiser. :(

[Sam]

Im with Johnny on this one. Putting your effort into it is one thing Mel but your own money is a different matter.

Overall by not covering your expenses the charities MAP could help in the future will lose out because as you've said you can't and in our opinion shouldn't continue to do it.

Donate small or donate none.

[sue1]

I agree totally with the above posters.

I am sure most of us have helped out with things before where there has been a very small cost for a few telephone calls and postage which is reasonable but anything more than this should be met from the proceeds of the event with any surplus being a bonus for a chosen charity.

Sue

[Freeform]

IMHO, the 'meet' should meet the cost of the meet. :woo:


Exactly. In the past when I've organised MAP Meets I've either obtained EVERYTHING for free, or when I've paid for halls out of my own pocket I've always reclaimed the cost from the takings (minus my entry fee of course ;) ).

Mel, I think you're being very silly.

[Melanie]

I can see your points - I am budgeting for this so its not coming out in one big go. Its nice to contribute sizably to a charity though and its made such a difference. I have not biatched about it because it matters to me that these charities are supported. I may consider doing it again if I can £500 at least for funding. It's not much but no one wants to give it to me, go figure??

[Melanie]

Mel, I think you're being very silly.

Cheers for the support mate :D

Don't hold yourself back, I can take it...no really, I can *sob*

[Freeform]

Altruism is great, in theory, and I commend your attitude. But if the entry fee needs to go up a little bit to ensure you aren't reduced to surviving off of peanut butter sandwiches 3 times a day, I don't see a problem ;)

:)

[Melanie]

How much would you pay for a Meet then?

[Vimtoforblood]

I'm agreeing with everyone else on this.

For a good day out,
getting together with other MAists,
learning a few new things/trying different things out,
and contributing to charity....

£30?

[shoshinkan]

thinking about it I have no idea how much a place costs for the day, could you confirm Mel, it might make sense to advertise the ammount so people come prepared.

once thats sorted the Neeter Marketing machine will kick in..................

[Melanie]

I have asked for an admin to link me poster onto here today - so hopefully that should happen shortly.

Its £15 for participants and £3 for spectators

[Jang Bong]

I can see your points - I am budgeting for this so its not coming out in one big go. Its nice to contribute sizably to a charity though and its made such a difference.

You and I must live in different financial worlds :( When I have more coming in than I have going out then I may look at things this way - but in the meantime you are more than welcome to my TIME, which I don't have a great deal of but at least it's mine to give away :)

It looks like we'd all rather have you covering your costs and fixing these events into the future, than having to stop doing it because you can't afford to pay for things that the meet-finance should be taking care of. I'm sure the charity understands this as well. ;)

[Aegis]

Aaand here's the MAP poster!

http://martialartsplanet.com/forums/images/posters/MAPposter-WEB.gif