September 2007

Congratulations to Dartington Little PUMA’s

Several students from the Dartington Primary School took part in a recent grading held at Totnes Pavillions.

Students Rhys Gribble, and Owen Gribble gained their new coloured belts and Ross Pratt became the second ever Dartington student to become a Little PUMA Black Belt. Sam Osborn being the first, last year.

Both Ross and Sam trained for 2 years in the Little PUMA classes for 4-6 yr olds based at Totnes on Thursdays and at Dartington Primary, Mondays after school.

For 4 yr olds, to have the commitment and of course the backing and perseverance of the parents, for two whole years of weekly training is a phenomenal challenge, so it is a great achievement to gain this ultimate goal through their indomitable spirit and commitment.

Ross, Rhys and Owen, were tested on basic martial art skills, theory, and the theme of emergency skills. This meant that they also had to learn about fire drills, who and how to call in an emergency, their green cross code, basic self defence skills etc, all incredibly valuable skills.

They received their new belts, and they are now awaiting their special certificates from their organsisation. Well done boys.

FROM LESLEY MCGHIE
Chief Instructor