We’re starting the new year full of possibilities and new adventures! This year is an opportunity to learn whilst having fun, to improve yourself and to make your dreams come true. Discipline helps you to persevere; with every step you take, you get closer to your goals. Let’s make this a year of growth, discovery and positive change together.
During the darker days of the season, we’ve got a number of exciting highlights lined up, such as the Civil Instructor Course – Parts 2 and 3, a new round of the Women-Only Krav Maga course, and even more special training sessions for the winter season.
Curious to find out what’s coming up? Then read on.
Krav Maga survival camp
Over the course of a weekend, we’ll delve deep into Krav Maga and train in completely different circumstances. This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity to take your self-defence skills to the next level.
- Advanced Krav Maga training sessions: Advanced techniques and a greater challenge.
- Team-building & fun: Learning together and working together.
- Survival skills: Practical skills in the great outdoors.
- Overnight stay in tents: For that authentic camping experience!
The weekend runs from 12:00 on Saturday to 12:00 on Sunday and takes place at a fantastic venue between Breda and Tilburg. The exact date depends on the level of interest, so please let us know as soon as possible!
Interested?
This is your chance! Let us know via the contact form Let us know if you’d like to take part. The more responses we get, the more likely this event is to go ahead!
FIT champions
Start the year with a challenge you won’t forget in a hurry! Following last year’s spectacular event, FIT Champions is back at Taus Gym with a brand-new programme.
Whether you’re just starting out or already have some experience, there’s a suitable level for everyone. Get motivated, test yourself and find out just how far you can go. Sign up now and take the first step towards a year full of personal achievements!
By taking part in FIT Champions, you’re not only doing something for your own health, but you’re also supporting an important cause. The proceeds from the event will be donated to Muscles for Muscles.
This organisation is dedicated to helping children with muscular disorders in the Netherlands. It funds scientific research, provides support to patients and their families, and works to improve the quality of life for these children.
By taking part, you’re not only helping yourself to get fitter, but you’re also making a difference to others.
Highlight Sunday 13 April 2025 Mark it in your diary and don’t miss this day! You can register via the contact form.
We hope to see you there!
Women Only: Empowerment Workshop
In this training session, we focus on situations that women may encounter in their daily lives. Together with other strong women, you’ll work on building your resilience and self-confidence in a challenging environment. This session is the perfect opportunity to work on your physical and mental resilience in a fun and realistic way.
- Date: to be confirmed.
- Trainer: None other than IKMF Stay Away Director Louise Pross will be leading this training session!
- Cost: €15
Who is it for?
This training session is open to all female members aged 14 and over.
Venue and time
The venue and time will be announced in due course!
Are you interested? If so, please get in touch via our contact form. If there’s enough interest, we’ll be able to organise this inspiring training course!
We’re looking forward to a lovely evening with plenty of fun, where you’ll also pick up some valuable skills. See you soon!
Night Against Sexual Violence
During this national event, participants will walk 20 kilometres through Rotterdam to raise awareness of the impact of street harassment and sexual violence.
Under the motto ‘Everyone deserves to be able to walk the streets safely’, we are working towards a world in which everyone feels respected, safe and heard.
We invite everyone to join us on this walk and help bring about positive change in our society.
Sign up by sending an email to Louise (stayaway@ikmf.nl). She is the coordinator of the women’s division in the Netherlands and leads the team that will be representing the IKMF.
CIC at Taus Gym
We are incredibly proud of Emma which, following the successful completion of the first instalment, is set to be a hit again in parts 2 and 3.
- CIC Part 2: Friday 31 January to Sunday 9 February 2025
- CIC Part 3: Thursday 13 March to Saturday 15 March 2025
During the CIC, the timetable will change slightly at weekends. The lessons on Saturday and Sunday mornings will be moved to 5.30 pm, in the same order. Please therefore the agenda Keep a close eye on things so you don’t end up with any surprises.
Holiday timetable
Carnival holidays: 1 March 2025 to 9 March 2025
May holidays: 26 April 2025 to 4 May 2025
Women-Only Krav Maga Course
We understand that every participantEveryone has their own unique experiences and needs, which is why there is plenty of scope for personalised attention. Our aim? To create an atmosphere in which every participant feels comfortable and, above all, safe.
You don’t need any experience in self-defence to take part in this course.
What’s more, all fitness levels and
All ages are very welcome!
A
A
Would you like to find out what the
What could this course mean for you?
Why not pop in for a
free taster lesson at Monday
6 January or 13 January 2025
and please let us know via
A
Over the course of nine sessions, we’ll work together to build your resilience and teach you valuable skills for everyday life.
Are you, or do you know anyone who would like to take part? If so, please sign up here sign up for the course.
Would you like more information? Then have a look at the Women Only course page.
Exams
Sign up here for the exams.
To register for the exam, you must be a member of the IKMF. On the IKMF website You can find more information about this here.
Curriculum training
The curriculum is a list of all the techniques that form part of a particular level. During the curriculum training session, you can go through the techniques for your level and practise them further. This training session is ideal if you are preparing for your exams.
Would you like to find out more? Click here for further information.
The date of our next curriculum training session is shown on the right. Register via the contact form. You have until 2 February 2025 to register.
Date: Sunday 16
February 2025
Time: between 1.00 pm and 7.00 pm (max. 2 hours)
Contribution: €15 per
level
Location: 11a Professor Romeinstraat,
Tilburg
A
Pre-test
During this training session, you will follow the same structure as the official IKMF exam, making it the ideal opportunity to perfect your skills.
Why take part?
✔️ Structure of the official exam: Practise in a realistic setting.
✔️ Personalised feedback: At the end of the pre-test, you’ll receive valuable tips and advice to help you take your training to the next level.
✔️ Check if you’re ready: Find out if you’re fully prepared for the real exam.
Date: Sunday 11
May 2025
Time: between 1.00 pm and 7.00 pm (max. 2 hours)
Contribution: €15 per
level
Location: 11a Professor Romeinstraat,
Tilburg
A
Want to find out more? Click here For further information.
Exams
Would you like to find out more about exams? If so, why not take a look at our exams page and please let your instructor know in good time that you’re interested in taking part.
Important:
To sit the exam, you must be registered with the IKMF federation. You can find all the relevant information on the official IKMF website.
Get ready, sign up and show us what you can do!
A
LOCAL EXAMS:
K1/J1, K3/J3 and K5/J5
Date: Sunday 22 June 2025
Time: from 1.00 pm to 7.00 pm
Cost: €40
Location: Professor Romeinstraat 11a, Tilburg
*Registration is open until 22 May 2025
A
A
NATIONAL EXAMS:
K2/J2 and K4/J4
Date: Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: to be announced in due course
Cost: €40
Location: Almere (the exact location will be specified at the IKMF website)
*Registration is open until 14 May 2025
A
COLUMN BY DIETITIAN MEREL COENDERS
Pumpkin soup
What you’ll need:
Hand blender
Ingredients:
1 leek
1 (bottle) pumpkin
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 tablespoon of curry powder
1 tin of lima beans (400 g)
1 litre of vegetable stock
200 ml coconut milk
Cut the leeks into rings. Wash them thoroughly to remove any soil.
Cut the pumpkin in half and remove the seeds and stringy flesh with a spoon. Leave the skin on. Cut the pumpkin into large chunks.
Heat the olive oil in a soup pan and fry the curry powder for 30 seconds over a medium heat. Then add the leek and diced pumpkin and fry for 5 minutes. Stir regularly.
Drain the lima beans and rinse them under running water. Fry them for a further minute with the leek and pumpkin.
Add the vegetable stock. Bring to the boil and simmer gently for 15 minutes. Check whether the pumpkin is cooked by pricking it with a fork.
Blend the soup with a hand blender.
Add the coconut milk and give it another good stir.
Wondering how you can stay healthy this winter? As a dietitian, I’d be happy to help you work it out.
Please get in touch via:
06 11263154
info@gewoondietetiek.nl
www.gewoondietetiek.nl
Members of Taus Gym receive a €30 discount on their first consultation.
Best wishes,
Merel Coenders, dietitian
See you in the next issue.
With sporting regards,
Team Taus Gym