The funeral of Geoffery Noel Salmon, Nanadan Kyoshi will take place at: Easthampstead Park Cemetery and Crematorium, South Road, Nine Mile Ride, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 3DW, UK at: 1.30pm on Wednesday 5th December 2018. Afterwards there will be an opportunity to raise a glass and celebrate of his life at: Macdonald Berystede Hotel …
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Dear Jodobu members, Please find attached the report from the Jodo Squad Manager for this year’s European Jodo Championships which took place this year in Budapest, Hungary. Jodo Squad Manager Report – EJC 2018 (PDF)
Fellow Kendoka,
It is with deep sadness that I must inform you of the passing of Geoffery Noel Salmon, Nanadan Kyoshi. Geoff passed away peacefully, after a long illness, this afternoon, accompanied by his family. I know he will be sorely missed by members of the British Kendo Association and his many friends throughout the world. We will post more information when it becomes available.
Rest in peace Geoff, an outstanding Kendoka and my best friend.
John O’Sullivan
If you hold the grade of Godan or higher and can commit to refereeing at BKA Taikai next year you should apply to be sponsored at the EKF referees seminar in Brussels (Travel and subsistence will be covered by the BKA. The seminar and accommodation is free to delegates). Places are limited so please let …