March 7th & 9th, 2006. After a busy term, members of the adult club at Secord had a break from routine -- literally. Participants took some time out to test their skills at board breaking! Some students were breaking for the first time, while others were finding new ways to challenge themselves. You can click the smaller images to view larger ones. Please use the "back" button of your browser to return.

Sensei John Foster demonstrates correct form for breaking boards with a reverse punch.

Notice how John's hip turns and weight shifts further forward as he breaks the board held by Tom Cain.

John sets up for a hammer fist break. This is a relatively simple technique, often used by first-time breakers.

As with all breaks, the key to success is following through beyond the target.

Gordon Nore takes out four boards with an elbow strike.

Three pairs! Having just broken two boards with a punch, Mr Foster lines up his elbow, which he will follow with a roundhouse.

Scott folds two boards in half with a reverse punch.

John inspects his handywork following a skipping side-kick to a board held by Richard Llanera.

Mike Stephenson's ridge-hand flies through two boards. Notice that Tom and Scott have turned their heads away for safety.

Mike looks a little surprised here because Ian neglected to tell him he was ready to break.

This stuff really works. Chris make his first-ever break with a hammer-fist.

Richard tries out a jumping side-kick on two boards. Mike steps away as the pieces fly.

Leslie Jamieson, a volunteer instructor at EYCC, powers through with her elbow.

A clean break by Ron. This photo demonstrates good striking beyond the target.

Photos on this page courtesy of Gordon W.E. Nore © 1999 - 2007