On behalf of Blitz, we would like to thank everyone for their kind words, prayers and personal visits during this difficult time.
For those wishing to attend, there will be an open funeral service on the 10th of September 2010 commencing at 11:00 am at:
All Saints Church, Nuxley Village, Belvedere, Kent, DA17 5HZ.
You are welcome to join us as we celebrate her life.
Pauline Laville Bindra’s funeral will take place on the 10th of September. The funeral will be an open one as many have asked to attend to pay their respects. Details will be posted as soon as possible.
Pauline Laville-Bindra 8th Dan performing an attack on Hirokazu Kanazawa 10th Dan
It is with great sadness that we are forced to face this day with the passing of a loving wife, mother, founder and President of Blitzsport Corporation: Pauline Laville-Bindra. BD/MA (Hons) in Theology and globally one of karate’s highest graded leading ladies, 8th dan.
The loss comes to a great shock to us all as she inspired many with her determination in the martial arts, her complete devotion to Christianity and her passion for her family’s strong involvement in the continuation of her life’s work.
Her martial arts journey began in 1957 at Middlesborough Judo club, shortly after gaining her brown belt and in 1961 she took an interest in karate in England’s first dojo. Her training became under the guidance of Sensei Kanazawa who awarded her, her 1st dan. She then continued under Sensei Enoeda who out of honoring her spirit in the art presented her his own black belt. After many years she continued her training with the help of Sensei Enoeda by moving to America becoming a student under the Legendary Sensei Richard Kim 10th Dan.
She had often spoke about how the hardships of being a woman in a then dominant male art, which forced her to fight for her right to stay and compete. She stated that on more than one occasion, some wished she would quit as the presence of a woman in the dojo was mocking the art of karate. Despite this, she continued and proved that her spirit could overcome the gender battle, gaining respect and adoration from many of her peers.
Pauline Laville-Bindra 8th Dan with Masatoshi Nakayama 10th Dan
In her life she achieved not only dan grades in Karate but also was part responsible for the movement of karate throughout its growth in England. From being a founder member of all the governing bodies of Karate in England from the BKCC right up to EKGB. She was also the founder member of the KUGB, and started Thames Karate, which in the late 70′s was 10,000 members strong. She has taught many of England’s top Shotokan Instructors of today, who now head their own associations many National, International and JKA champions in Kumite and Kata.
She was a feared instructor who continued teaching harsh and character testing lessons that she once herself had to endure. Students traveled from all over the country to train with her. As the highest ranking female in Europe and possibly worldwide she is a legend in her own right, proving that gender does not determine spirit.
In the last 7 years of her life, she slowly handed over the responsibility of Blitz to her family so she could completely devote herself to Christ and recently gained an Honors Degree and Masters in Systematic Theology. From this she started her ministry “The Children of Christ – hope for the lost.” A charity based and outreach program helping those who were on the verge of giving up on life and empowering them with the knowledge and confidence to keep going. The confidence she acquired through her conditioning in karate.
As we are coming to terms knowing that time will never heal the pain of our tragic loss, we understand the importance to continue her legacy living our lives through the words that she bestowed upon us:
“For It is not the number of trophies or Dan Grades that I have won or achieved that give me a sense of success, it is the strength and discipline of my character which has been tempered through the art of Karate and the Love of God which has helped me survive and succeed in all that I do. I thank The Lord Jesus for everything that I am and have achieved”.
May the Lord rejoice in the return of His loving child… and may her spirit be instilled within us all as we face our opponents. May she rest in peace on the passing of her final grading…
Amen.
Sunrise: 8th January 1945 - Sunset: 21st July 2010
England 1 Slovenia 0! England go through to the next round in the World Cup but how close was that! We were sitting on the edge of our seats towards the end of that match. Wonder what is in store for us next?
Blitz asks Lewis what it takes to get to the top, when so many people fail!
Lewis Pettitt
At what age did you start boxing?
I started at the age of 9.
Where do you currently train?
I train at the Fit Factory in Deptford, however I leant all my skills from my dad who runs Nemisis ABA Boxing Club.
Who or what inspires you to fight?
To be the best and to be world Champion.
What’s the most momentous fight in your life?
I fought all over the world for Enlgand against various countries but my professional debit was the biggest fight so far. I had 180 people watching along with Sky television filming. It was a big occasion being my first fight with no heard guard or vest and smaller gloves.
What’s your current fight record to date?
Amateur – 80 fights, won 60. Pro – 1 fight 1 win.
Tell us what your typical day consists of
Running every day, sitting in saunas and not eating a proper meals all week adds up to why I think boxing is one of the hardest sports in the world.
I live with scales under my bed and check my weight at least 2-3 times a day!! I don’t go out with clubbing or drinking its mainly a quiet cinema trip with no sweets or ice cream just a bottle of water for me.
I often think why do I do boxing, why do I run, starve, watch what I eat and get punch in the head what for? It’s defiantly a drug and I’m addicted to it, the thrill of winning is amazing, since I was 9 years old I’ve never had longer then 2-3weeks out of the gym, I start to miss it so much and have to go back, after a holiday I’m itching to get back to the gym.
As a pro – the eating and making weight is done totally different now, there’s no more starving or drinking one can of coke cola per day, now its 3 litres of water, and four small healthy meal of grilled fish and chicken with porridge or poached eggs in the morning and fruit! Its much better as the making weight side of the amateur used to kill me and make my training routines very hard. An 8 mile run with no food in my body used to feel like 15! Now its more like 8 again!
The training as a pro is much harder, 2-3 hours in the gym straight from work, then twice a week straight home to do a 5 mile run, and twice a week straight home to do a 7-8 mile jog.
I get Saturday’s off, it my only day off, although the diet is still strict, it’s a much harder life style as a pro you have to live it 24/7, as an amateur you could cheat – eat sugary low fat foods, drink cans of fizzy drink for energy just before training, now I haven’t had a fizzy drink or bar of chocolate since Christmas. I feel much healthier now and cannot wait till I fight.
Do any other members of your family box?
My younger brothers both do. Both will be future champions. My dad coaches.
What are your goals for the future?
To win as many titles as possible, however long term to become a world champion.
Do you wish to enter the Olympics or have any thoughts on this?
I have now signed a professional contract and will be eligible for the Olympic Games.
Why do you choose Blitz?
Good quality equipment especially the Badbreed which is growing within boxing.
Nemesis Amateur Boxing Club
For More information on Nemesis Boxing Club visit: http://www.abalondon.org.uk/club_profile/Nemesis%20-%20Wait%20for%20C,T/index.html
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Just under 500 people gathered at the college’s sports hall which proved an excellent venue for the England v Wales event.
Both culinary and pugilistic fare were of the highest order as the fighters produced some excellent entertainment.
After the early stages, however, it seemed as if the evening was going to produce a very onesided result in favour of the Welsh visitors.
Wales won all of the first five bouts, with an early victim being the home club’s Nick Gibbons who was beaten on a unanimous judges’ decision by Jack Jones of Cwmcarn.
However, Rubery boxer Padraig Hopson and James Melvin of Hall Green both won their bouts to ensure that England were back in the hunt at the midway break.
The first contest after the interval roused the crowd to high enthusiasm with a taste of what awaits at London 2012 when women’s boxing will make its bow.
And it was the home club’s Sarah Whistance who impressed with a majority 4-1 verdict over Hannah Wilcox of Llantwit Major.
Another England win followed and the home country’s hopes of a comeback victory were enhanced still further when Liam Craig of Wye ABC earned a unanimous decision over Justin Johnson. This was a fine success for Craig and the allaction display by both boxers meant that this contest was adjudged the ‘bout of the night’ by guest Wayne Alexander, the former WBU and European light welterweight champion.
Two more Wales wins followed, however, including one from Penarth’s Kieran Harding who was judged ‘fighter of the night’ But the 7-5 result in favour of Wales was secondary to the entertainment provided and Wye ABC, coach Darren ‘Dazzo’ Williams, club secretary Vince McNally and committee can feel well satisfied with the event they staged.
“We are very pleased with the way things went and we have raised some money for the Herefordshire Community Foundation,” said event organiser McNally.
“We are particularly grateful to Ricky Hatton TV who came down and covered the whole event – Ricky really wants to help amateur boxing.”
Highlights from the evening can be seen free of charge at www.brandhatton.com/tv
Head Coach Dazzo Williams - (Ex-British Featherweight Champion) with Wane Alexander (ex-World Champion)
England V. Wales before the show, singing the National Anthem.
Venue of the Battle of the Welsh Marches
The new Bad Breed long sleeved t-shirt is now in stock. Check out the “CORRUPTED” top here http://www.blitzsport.com/Bad-Breed-Corrupted-Long-Sleeve-T-Shirt
Bad Breed Corrupted T-Shirt
Check out our new product, the Multi Kick & Punch! Great for all martial arts practice and training! http://www.blitzsport.com/Multi-Kick-Punch?sc=9&category=4562
Multi Kick & Punch
Sky Sports
Lewis aged 19 made his professional boxing debut at Goresbrook Leisure Centre, Dagenham Essex live on Sky Sports 1.
Lewis Pettitt
Up against highly experienced pro veteran Delroy Spencer over 4 x3 minute rounds, Lewis came out with a 39-37 point’s victory. He looks to make his 2nd professional appearance on 25th June in Brentwood, on Sky.
Watch out for his 2nd professional appearance on 25th June in Brentwood on Sky.
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