You might already be starting to notice it yourself – the sunny weather and the days getting longer; a new season has arrived!

 

We’ve got some brand-new activities planned for this season. We’re kicking things off with a new FIT programme, followed by our first-ever FIT Champions event. There are also more events on the way, including the Night Against Sexual Violence, Meet the Marines and the first-aid course. New dates have also been announced for the Women Only Krav Maga course, the exams and the preparation sessions for them.

 

We’ll of course keep you updated on the latest developments at Taus Gym.

 

Would you like to find out more about what’s in store for this period? Then read on.

Special FIT circuit classes 

This month, the FIT circuit classes will form part of a wider training programme. By following a specific training plan in the coming classes, there will be an immediate improvement in performance in terms of strength, speed and endurance.

 

From 10 April to 1 May, these special sessions will be led by Niek as part of his work placement. To properly measure this improvement in performance, fitness tests will also be carried out. These will take place the week before and the week after.

 

These training sessions and tests are also valuable training opportunities, so even if you can’t follow the (entire) programme, you’re very welcome to join in! The remaining sessions will, of course, continue to be regular FIT circuit training sessions.

 

Below you will find all the lessons that form part of the programme: 

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Tuesday 2 April: Fitness test

Wednesday 3 April: Fitness test

Wednesday 10 April: Training session 1

Wednesday 17 April: Training session 2

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Wednesday 24 April: Training session 3

Wednesday 1 May: Training session 4

Tuesday 7 May: Fitness test

Wednesday 8 May: Fitness test

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FIT champions

On 5 May, we’re organising FIT Champions at Taus Gym for the very first time! This exciting event promises to be a day full of energy, sportsmanship and challenges.

Get ready for a series of FIT challenges that will push you to give it your all. This day has been specially designed to test your strength, stamina and perseverance. From strength training to cardio, there’s something for everyone.

 

And that’s not all. By taking part in FIT Champions, you’re not only contributing to your own wellbeing, but also to a worthy cause. The proceeds from the event will be donated to charity Muscles for Muscles.

 

This organisation is dedicated to helping children with muscle diseases in the Netherlands. It funds research into muscle diseases, provides support to patients and their families, and works to improve the quality of life for children with these conditions. 

In this way, we can not only pursue our own fitness goals, but also have a positive impact on the world around us. FIT Champions is much more than just a series of competitions; it is a celebration of fitness and wellbeing where people of all abilities come together.

 

You can find the programme for this event here.

Everyone is welcome to take part in FIT Champions. The event will take place at our main venue in Tilburg, at Prof. Romeinstraat 11A and the fee is €15 per participant.

 

The doors open at 10.00 and we start at 10.30, so make sure you’re on time! 

 

Highlight Sunday 5 May 2024 Mark it in your diary and don’t miss this day! You can register via the contact form.

 

We hope to see you there!

Night Against Sexual Violence

Sexual violence is a reality that can take many forms, ranging from unwanted behaviour and harassment to (physical) abuse. Worldwide, 1 in 3 women experience these forms of violence.

 

On the night of 20 to 21 April, a walk is being organised in Amsterdam to raise awareness of this issue.

 

Plan International is the organisation behind the event, and its motto is ‘Everyone should be able to walk safely in the streets’ – we want to create a culture in which everyone feels safe, respected and heard.

 

On this Night Against Sexual Violence, we encourage everyone to take part in the walk and bring about change in the world.

 

Are you aged 18 or over and would you like to take part? You can sign up by sending an email to Louise (stayaway@ikmf.nl). She is the head of the women’s division in the Netherlands and is organising the team that will be competing on behalf of the IKMF.

 

Can’t take part but would like to contribute to the event? Please make a donation at Louise or Emma.

Members’ outing

The long-awaited members’ outing is on the agenda again, and we’ll be doing some shooting this year as well. As mentioned in the email, the original date has unfortunately had to be cancelled due to a shortage of instructors at the shooting club on that day. We are currently awaiting a new date, which will be announced as soon as possible.

 

Unfortunately, there are currently no more places available, but anyone who is still interested is welcome to sign up; you will then be placed on the waiting list.

 

Those who have registered will receive further details about the venue and time shortly.

 

We look forward to seeing you on this new date!

Meet the Marines

The 24H Meet The Marines Experience is coming up again. In May, the Taus Gym team will once again take on this challenge, just as they have in previous years. For 24 hours, they will be challenged to push themselves and each other to the limit.

 

Fancy finding out what Meet The Marines has to offer? Then check out the blog from last year to get an idea.

There are currently two places left on the team. Would you like to complete the team? If so, sign up now via the contact form.

First aid course

The first aid course is coming up again. This course equips us with the knowledge and skills needed to ensure safety during training sessions. Accidents can happen both in sport and in everyday life, which is why it is important to be prepared.

 

The course is organised every year and consists of a theory componenta theoretical part, which you can complete online in advance, and a practical part at the main campus in Tilburg.

 

The upcoming course is currently full. Would you like to take part next year? You can register your interest via the contact form.

Team Taus Gym Update

Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen some new faces at training sessions – some familiar, others perhaps not yet. We’d like to keep you up to date with the talented individuals who make up Team Taus Gym.

 

On our revamped team page Meet the trainers, who are fully committed to helping you achieve your training goals and enhance your experience at Taus Gym. Find out more about their backgrounds, motivation and passion for fitness, self-defence and martial arts.

Curriculum training on Wednesday

The Krav Maga session on Wednesdays has changed. Previously, more advanced techniques were covered during this session, but this has now changed to a standard curriculum-based session.

The curriculum training is ideal for training at your own level. During this training, you will practise the techniques relevant to your level. It is an ideal training programme and certainly good preparation for the exams.

 

We do the warm-up together, and at the end there’s always the chance to have a quick sparring session!

 

Please note! The biannual curriculum training sessions that used to take place on Sundays have been cancelled.

Holiday timetable 

Over the coming months, there will be a number of occasions when the timetable will be different. This is because some training sessions will be cancelled during the holidays and public holidays. So please do keep an eye on the agenda keep an eye on things so you’re never caught off guard.

 

During the holidays, as well as the week before and the week after, you’re welcome to take part in all types of training sessions. It doesn’t matter what sort of membership you have at the time – you’re very welcome to join in!

 

May holidays: 28 April to 5 May 2024

Women-Only Krav Maga Course

During this period, too, we’ll be kicking off the Women Only Krav Maga course. This course focuses on women’s resilience and forms part of the Stay Away IKMF programme.

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Krav Maga focuses on self-defence against aggression and violence, but women experience these in a different way to men. The course we offer focuses on situations where

issues that women in particular have to deal with. Think, for example, of sexual harassment.  

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The Women Only Krav Maga The course teaches you practical self-defence techniques, but it also helps to boost self-confidence. There is also a lot of

Focus on identifying and communicating your boundaries in different situations.

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Over the course of nine sessions, we’ll work together to build your resilience and teach you valuable skills for everyday life.

The course is delivered in a safe and supportive environment, where all levels of experience, fitness and age are welcome.

 

Would you like more information about the course? If so, please take a look at our Women Only course page.

 

Would you like to find out for yourself what the course involves? Then come along to our free taster lesson on Monday 8 or 15 April 2024 and please let us know via the trial lesson form.

 

The course itself will take place on Mondays from 22 April to 1 July 2024 inclusive. Would you like to sign up for the course now? You can do that via the registration form.

 

We look forward to completing the course with you!

Exams

Exams are coming up again in May and June! Is your aim to reach the next level in Krav Maga? See below for all the information and tips on the exams and how to prepare for them.

Pre-test

The pre-test is the ideal training session to see if you’re ready for the exams. During this session, you’ll demonstrate your knowledge and skills in Krav Maga. To do so, you’ll need to know all the techniques for the level you’re aiming for.

 

The pre-test follows the same structure as the official IKMF exam and is therefore a valuable part of your preparation for the exam. At the end, you will also receive feedback to help you with your further training. So, after the pre-test, you will know whether you are fully ready for the exam.

 

You can register for the pre-test via the contact form. Please note! 3 April 2024 is the deadline for registration.

 

Want to find out more? Click here vFor further information.

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Date: Sunday 14

April 2024

 

Time: between 1.00 pm and 7.00 pm (max. 2 hours)

 

Contribution: €15 per

level

 

Location: 11a Professor Romeinstraat,

Tilburg

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Exams

Would you like to progress to the next level in Krav Maga? To progress to the next level, you’ll need to sit an official IKMF exam. During the exam, your skills and knowledge will be thoroughly tested to assess your current level in Krav Maga.

 

Depending on your level, you will sit the exam either at our centre in Tilburg or at our national centre in Almere.

 

You must be a registered member of the IKMF to sit the exam. On the IKMF website You can find more information about this here.

 

You can register for the exams via the contact form.

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LOCAL EXAMS: P1, P3 AND P5  

 

Date: Wednesday 29 May 2024

 

Time: from 7.30 pm to 10.00 pm

 

Cost: €45

 

Location: Professor Romeinstraat 11a, Tilburg

 

*Registration is open until 29 April 2024

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NATIONAL EXAMS: P2

 

Date: Sunday 30 June 2024

 

Time: will be announced in due course

 

Cost: €45

 

Location: Almere (the exact location is stated at the IKMF website) 

 

*Registration is open until 30 May 2024

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NATIONAL EXAMS: P4

 

Date: Saturday 29 June 2024

 

Time: will be announced in due course

 

Cost: €45

 

Location: Almere (the exact location is stated at the IKMF website) 

 

*Registration is open until 29 May 2024

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NATIONAL EXAMS: G-LEVELS

 

Date: Saturday 29 June 2024

 

Time: will be announced in due course

 

Cost: €50

 

Location: Almere (the exact location is stated at the IKMF website) 

 

*You can register until 29 May 2024

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COLUMN BY DIETITIAN MEREL COENDERS

High Protein

Supermarkets these days are full of ‘protein’ products. Brands such as HIPRO sell drinks, puddings and other dairy products that contain a large amount of protein. More and more own-brand products are also capitalising on this trend. In practice, I’m often asked whether these products are suitable for use in conjunction with exercise.

That high protein content looks promising. HIPRO Protein skyr-style contains 15 grams of protein per 160-gram pot. That’s quite a lot, you might say. But plain skyr already contains nearly 17 grams of protein per 160 grams. You pay a lot more for HIPRO skyr: 9.31 euros per kilo. The plain skyr from Albert Heijn costs 2.90 euros per kilo. So you actually get less protein for your money.

 

Furthermore, the list of ingredients in such a protein product contains many more additives. Whilst a standard dairy product consists of just one ingredient, the list for a protein product is considerably longer. It is therefore a product that has been processed to a much greater extent. For the sake of your health, it is better to opt for unprocessed products as much as possible.

The advantage of protein products is that they’re convenient. They’re often packaged in single portions and easy to take with you. What’s more, you don’t always fancy a large tub of skyr when you get home late at night after a workout. A protein drink is often a bit easier to manage in such situations. They’re also available in a range of flavours, which keeps things tasty and enjoyable.

 

It’s better for your wallet and your health to opt for the most natural options possible, but there’s certainly no harm in choosing a protein product every now and then. That way, you can keep things fun and varied for yourself.

 

Would you like to find out more about healthy choices that suit your lifestyle? If so, please get in touch via:

06 11263154 

info@gewoondietetiek.nl

https://www.gewoondietetiek.nl/

Thank you for reading the newsletter! We hope to see you again at one of our events or classes. Do you have any suggestions or questions? We’d love to hear from you.

See you in the next issue!

 

With sporting regards,

 

Team Taus Gym