DOORS OPEN AT 8:30 A.M.

TOURNAMENT STARTS AT 10:00  A.M.

On Saturday, March 28, 2020, I invite you to join me as we go “Back to the Future.” In this age of tournament complexity, I am offering a return to simpler, more manageable times.  The Power of Self Goju is bringing back the “Back to Basics Martial Arts Challenge 5”.

The Back to Basics Challenge is sponsored by Graham-Windam.  It will be held at Manhattanville Community Center in Manhattan. The Back to Basics Challenge represents an opportunity to compete at a major venue, minus the anxiety filled atmosphere, associated with many big time events.

“THE CHALLENGE” features a basic no frills system of scoring; which is both Competitor and Spectator Friendly. Everyone will understand the rules and scoring; thus, the competition will be easier to follow for competitors and more exciting for everyone involved.

“THE CHALLENGE” features  first, second and third place medals in all divisions. 

 I HAVE INCLUDED A NUMBER OF SPECIALTY EVENTS:                                                     

WEAPONS, SELF DEFENSE, CONTINUOUS SPARRING AND BREAKING.  Since these divisions are getting larger each year, we have added extra divisions and will break these divisions into smaller age brackets.  All competitors in these divisions will compete for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place medals and all the first-place winners will go into the Grand Championship round. 

ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.  HAVE APPLICATIONS IN BEFORE MARCH 14, 2020.  

For your convenience, I have included the rules so you can appreciate their simplicity.

We will also ask that all Instructors and black belts with judging experience please submit your name in advance to assist with the judging.

I am looking forward to spending an exciting day, of martial arts action, with each of you; in a family-oriented atmosphere. Join me, as together we bring back the “Golden Age” of competition.    

Please e-mail: DT4216@AOL.COM for applications and pre-registration information.    

Best regards,                                                                                                   

Dave Thomas,     

Dave Thomas, Kyoshi                                                                                                                           

Power of Self Goju

​917-405-8814 / dt4216@aol.com                                                                                                    

www. Power of SelfGoju.org

Please be advised that the 2020 Back2Basics Tournament is POSTPONED due to a city ordinance regarding large groups assembling during this Coronavirus crisis.

Please accept my sincere apology in this matter. I will notify you at a later date when we are safely able to reschedule this event.

Please take the necessary precautions to keep you and your Dojo safe during these troubling times.

Thank you for your continuous support.

Best regards,
Dave Thomas, Kyoshi

REGISTRATION FORM

*Please fill out form and email to dt4216@aol.com or submit to Kyoshi Dave Thomas in person*

TOURNAMENT RULES