On September 11 and 12, 2010, the Alsterdojo in Hamburg hosted a proficiency test for Japanese archers. Nearly 300 candidates traveled from all over Europe to demonstrate their skills before Japanese masters. Since many European participants were unable to attend this year’s exam in Tokyo due to the volcanic eruption in Iceland, the Alsterdojo—at the request of the Japanese governing body—organized this performance evaluation with great effort and many hours of work and carried it out without a hitch. We would like to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt thanks.

In Dan examinations (master’s rank), as one’s qualification level increases, it is not merely a matter of shooting and hitting the target with technical precision. The shooting sequence must be harmonious yet dynamic; the movements elegant yet powerful; and the shot itself a result of physical and mental maturity. In addition, candidates must write an essay on a specified topic. Candidates for the fourth Dan and higher compete in formal kimono.

The following members of the Neandertal Kyudo Club have successfully returned:
Michael Bracht (1st Dan), Christoph Wallrafen (2nd Dan), Volker Bruckmann (2nd Dan), Uta Scholten (3rd Dan), Reinhard Kollotzek (5th Dan).

Congratulations

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