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Spark 2024
This event is designed with a purpose to encourage and attract new generations of Kenpo Karate enthusiasts to better themselves and to attract future members of all ages to take up this amazing sport.
Every year it is held in different locations, and we are very proud that Jersey has been selected to host this event this year. Clubs throughout the UK, as well as clubs from European countries, are invited to compete in this prestigious event, where there will also be instructors from other countries giving seminars and sharing various techniques. We are strongly encouraging the younger enthusiastic generation to participate, as this will be invaluable to them as they progress through the stages of achieving their belts.
Divisions
Team demo
Friday 26th July
Teams of 5-8 members performing a choreographed demo that highlights Kenpo Karate.
Family Forms
Friday 26th July
Kenpo forms performed by a team of siblings or family members, maximum team size of 5.
Kenpo Kata
Sunday 28th July
Kenpo Forms performed by an individual with divisions split by age and rank.
Please check the Spark rules regarding which form can be performed by each rank.
Point Sparring
Sunday 28th July
Light contact Point Sparring carefully controlled by experienced officials.
Weapons Kata
Sunday 28th July
Weapons Kenpon Forms performed by an individual with divisions split by age and rank.
Entry Fees
Opening event and BBQ*
£35 per adult
£25 per child
Family forms
Free
Team demo
Free
*Vegan options available
Seminars and Competition**
Adults - £25 per day
Children - £20 per day
Spectators
Free
**Saturday and Sunday
Location
Spark is going to be held at two iconic venues Fort Regent is where the competitions will be held and Gorey Castle will be venue for the opening ceremony and BBQ. Both venues are steeped in Kenpo history.
Timetable
Friday 26th July
Gorey Castle
Official opening event and BBQ, kicking off with Family forms, Team demo and live video link with our very special guest.***
16:00
Entry to the Castle
16:45
Welcome & Official Opening
17:00
Family Forms Divisions
18:00
Demo Teams Competition
19:00
Live video link with our special guest
19:30 - 21:00
BBQ and refreshments
*** All participants must pruchase an entry ticket to the Castle which includes a BBQ. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Saturday 27th July
Fort Regent
Spectacular seminars and workshops for children and adults with some fantastic instructors from
Ireland, England, Holland, Italy, Jersey
10:00 - 12:30
Seminars and Workshops
12:30 - 13:30
Lunch break
13:30 - 15:00
Seminars and Workshops
15:00 - 15:30
Memories of Mr Parker
Exhibition of Jersey Kenpo History
Sunday 28th July
Fort Regent
10:00 - 15:00
Competition Day!
A typical competition day with a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Kenpo Forms and Point Sparring only plus some fun activities for the children on the day
Instructor Line Up and Close of Event
