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SVMES Celebrates Republic Day ’19

January 26, 2019 veeceesubbuclicks Leave a comment

For all old Bangaloreans, Sri Vidya Mandir Education Society (SVMES) in Malleswaram is all about connection to the roots, laden with culture and values. This 5 decade old institution has been churning out the best of talented students who have excelled in all walks of life!

26th January ’19 was another feather in the cap of SVMES, when the students and teachers celebrated Republic Day with a lot of joy and fervor. The students, backed by the able coaching from teachers, pulled out a string of mesmerizing performances. A visual treat indeed for everyone who were present!

The events began by the ceremonial hoisting of the Indian tricolour followed by singing our national anthem. The students also sang “Jhanda Uncha Rahe Hamara”.

Chief guest, Mr. Babu Doraiswamy, Director, Sri Vidya Mandir Institutions delivered a short and thought provoking speech on what it takes to be patriotic. He alluded that it was not about celebrating Republic Day or Independence Day; but is about being law abiding citizens, keeping the environment and surroundings clean, saving precious natural resources (water, electricity), caring and sharing with people around.

The students from higher primary did a fabulous dance to the tune of a popular bollywood number (Kehte Humko Pyaar Se India Wale). Dressed in matching attire, wearing identical wrist bands and caps, the kids had the undivided attention of the audience during the whole gig. They earned a well-deserved round of huge applause at the end of the performance.

It was next the turn of the high school students to display their talent. Led by the drumbeat from the PE teacher, the students performed various drill exercises, holding saffron, white and green coloured pompoms in their hands. It was a beautiful sight to watch them perform.

A bunch of girls from the high school did a wonderful musical-dance performance comprising a mix of fast paced steps as well as slow graceful movements. Truly a wonderful feat from the group. Another group of talented kids did a beautiful rendition of a patriotic song.

Last, but not the least, was an outstanding yoga feat by the students. Starting with the 12-step suryanamaskara, the students demonstrated a variety of asanas, performing synchronously to the beat of a jingle. The co-ordination among the students was superb and reflected the hours of practice that would have preceded the event.

A photo compilation of pics from the event can be viewed here:

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A Karate family get together!

January 21, 2017 veeceesubbuclicks Leave a comment

25th of Dec was a special day for the folks at Academy of Karate-Do International. It was not just their 36th anniversary of the academy, it was rather a unique get together — with family, friends, near and dear.

Shihan. B. Ramesha and his team get full credits for organizing a fantastic event.

The pre-event comprised of the team-wise segreation of the AKA’s (red) and the AO’s (blue), each taking opposite positions on the arena. The WKF rules were followed for this tournament.The event started with lighting a lamp by members of the academy.

This event unlike other competitions was very unique, in that, every participant would receive a coveted trophy… which looked like this! Hmm… every kid would love to hold such a beautiful trophy for sure!

The idea being–make every child feel encouraged and special. The certificates would differ for the different places. Again, cheers to the Shihan. Ramesha and team for this thoughtful idea; very novel indeed!

The Referees – L to R: Sensai. Santosh Achari, Sensai. Mruthyunjaya, Shihan. S. Shanmugham, Shihan. Annapa Markal, Shihan. Ramesha Balakrishnan, Sensai. Vishal Naik

The fights were organized in the increasing order of the age, starting with the most junior karateka’s through the senior ones.

It was wonderful to see every student at their very best of forms, with parents and friends to shout and cheer for them. The energy, passion, talent and determination shown by the students cannot be described by mere words. It was something that must be viewed to be cherished. Here’s an attempt at capturing the action.

After a sumptuous lunch organized at New Krishna Bhavan party hall, Malleswaram, the event resumed with the senior karatekas fighting it out. One could see sparks fly among both boys and girls alike. If the fights of the little ones elicited many a humourous moments and laughter, the seniors had the audience on the edge of their seats with tensed moments where the points would sway either ways before a winner emerges. The referees did a fantastic job of overseeing the fights, yelling out ‘EME’ for the cease fire, calling out the points accurately and ensuing no mishap during the fights.

After the last of the fights was completed, the day moved on the next event.. honouring the Sensei’s and Shihan’s, with a special vote of thanks to Sensai Niyaz Khatib for his support to the academy.

The next event was a very special one–recognizing the efforts of Shihan. Ramesha’s contribution to the world of Karate. The Sensei’s and Shihan’s lauded his efforts of being relentless in his service, describing him as someone who lives, eats and sleeps karate. Of how, he has come out unfazed through the greatest of challenges in life, but hasn’t given up on karate. Quick facts about Shihan Ramesha, which will leave one baffled–He is over 60 years and can outrun someone half his age, one who received a “Good” comment from a Japanese Grandmaster (which is considered super super difficult!) for his Kata performance.

To honour this great man, the students and staff of Academy of Karate-Do International bestowed the title of “Mahaguru” as a certificate along with a very exquisite Samurai sword. A very befitting honour!

The next event was a complete surprise package, where the karatekas performed breaking of tiles using different forms – chop, reverse chop, punch, elbow, heel and more. All of these had the audience completely hooked. Check out one of the performance in slow motion at this link.

The best of the best was the forehead brick smash by Shihan Ramesha himself. The brick was set on fire, to add to the excitement. Because words cannot describe how this was, here’s a visual….