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Continued from page 26 after spring 2016 and become a long
three soccer programs in mind, Ms. term program that allows the families
Ward quickly realized that they may in our community to exchange a pair
be in a position to assist Midgley with of soccer cleats for another pair when
the supply of shoes, especially soccer donating. This means, if your child
cleats. Over the years, the recreation has outgrown his or her cleats, you www.acecomputerservices.ca
department has briefly discussed can make use of this program by

Presents...
on many different occasions, how donating the pair of cleats that are too Presents...
to handle used cleats through their small and trade-in for a larger size.
soccer programs and never seemed to Rookie of the Month
In addition to the shoe exchange
come to a conclusion, until now. With
program, the Char-Lan Minor Soccer
the partnership of Graham Midgley, Blake Nuttall
program will also be identifying
they have agreed to reach out to the
which jerseys are no longer being
sports families in the community and Age: 8
used in our league and donate these
ask them to donate any shoes and/or Town: Apple Hill
excess soccer jerseys to Graham
cleats that they no longer use. They School: Ecole elementaire
Midgley’s project as well.
can drop their used shoes off in the publique Rose-des-
drop off box that is set up inside the Watch for further details to Vents
Char-Lan Recreation Centre (19740 participate in the upcoming soccer Blake Nuttall has been quite active
John Street, Williamstown, ON) tournament scheduled for May 2016 in several sports. This summer he has
anytime until spring 2016. At which on the Char-Lan soccer fi elds. kept busy playing in the minor lacrosse
system in Cornwall where he has tried
time, the hope is to be in a position For more information on this his hand at goalie. He has also visited the
o provide Midgley with all the shoes batting cage at Batters Up in Cornwall
exchange program or if you require
that our community has donated. on several occasions. As he prepares for
any further details on donating another season with the NGS Braves at
Along with donating shoes and your used cleats in the drop off the novice level, Nuttall hopes to play a few games in net, the same position as his idol
soccer cleats to underprivileged box at the Char Lan Recreation Carey Price. Nuttall has participated for a few seasons with the Cornwall Wildcats
Football club. A former soccer player for Maxville in the Glengarry Soccer League,
children in Africa, there is also another Centre, please contact Anne Ward at
Nuttall’s favourite moment was when he was in front of an open net and he kicked

benefit to this exchange program. It is 613-347-2411 ext. 22 or email the ball about 10 feet over the net. “He laughed pretty hard when he did that and still
hoped that this program will continue anne@southglengarry.com. talks about it to this day,” says his father Tim.

Karate Komments

CHOOSING A KARATE SCHOOL

of almost everyone’s list. A few other reasons 3) Safety: Karate is a sport that has very
are: 1) you may want to become physically few injuries; most instructors are proud of
By Jim Riddell, active 2) for stress relief 3)meet new people 4) this fact and strive to provide a safe physical

Seaway Karate Club develop a new hobby 5) training, growth, and environment. Take a look at the safety pads,
development – maybe you would like to work kicking shields, and sparring equipment – are
towards someday becoming a karate instructor they in good shape with no rips or tears? Are

aking the decision to become involved with internationally recognized certification. they regularly inspected for any damage?
Min karate is a healthy and exciting choice Most clubs will offer a few trial classes, allowing 4) Be sure to discuss any health or physical

that could potentially become a part of your life you the time to determine if they are a good fit concerns that you may have with the instructor to
for decades. Karate is a sport that can improve for you. Here are a few things to look at when ensure that these issues will be accommodated.

your cardiovascular fitness, strength, speed, and taking advantage of this “trial period”: 5) Can you see yourself fitting in with this

flexibility. When choosing a karate school it 1) Respect: Are the instructors respectful in group? Would you “connect with the instructors

is very important that you find one that meets their teachings, and are the students respectful of and students?

your needs. There is no one school out that has one another? This respect should be natural and 6) Trust your instincts. A good dojo will
a “one size fits all” program that is a perfect fit not forced. have a safe, positive environment with a family

for everyone. There are many very good clubs 2) The teaching style of the instructors – atmosphere. If something doesn’t feel quite right
of various styles, and what is important to you Does the class appear to be properly planned, you may be better off looking elsewhere. A good
will help you make that decision. Some dojo’s fl owing smoothly without any downtime? rule of thumb is you should always feel better at
have a combative nature - training members for Does the instructor properly explain each skill? the end of class than you did at the beginning.
kickboxing, continuous sparring, or full contact Does he/she break down intricate moves into Karate Quote: “If it doesn’t challenge you, it
completion. Some other karate schools may components to make them easier to learn? Does doesn’t change you”
place an emphasis on sport competition, often the instructor keep the class interactive, asking Making the proper choice when choosing a dojo
requiring participation in either tournaments questions to ensure understanding? Are these will make you a part of a group where you truly
or seminars. Others, such as our own Seaway questions properly timed? Does the instructor belong. Studying with instructors that you like
Karate, focus on practical self-defense and positively reinforce the successful completion and respect, and with fellow students that inspire
personal development. People have many of a skill(s)? Does the instructor warn the class you, will keep you committed to your goals and
different reasons for getting involved in the sport of the potential risks of using improper methods you will have a sport that will become a part of
with self-defense being either at or near the top and techniques? your lifestyle.