Gatka

Background

Gatka is a traditional Sikh martial art which was started by Shri Guru Hargobind Sahib ji. Later in the 17th century, Guru Gobind Singh ji, known as a master of weaponry, developed it further and made it compulsory part for a Sikh.

The word “Gatka” is of Indian origin and refers to a defensive weapon technique. “Mahan Kosh” edited by Bhai Kahan Singh Nabha, explains; “Gatka”- a three-hand span stick, is used to teach the first part of club fighting.

Bristol Gurmat Class offers Gatka as an optional class for students that attend the entire Gurmat Class session on Saturdays. Gatka runs between 1 pm-2 pm and is taught by Ustad Sukhmanbir Singh. To sign up for Gatka please read the following WAIVER and fill out the form below to give your consent for your child’s participation

We can confirm that our instructor and all of our students are insured by our martial arts insurance arranged by MAGB.

Waiver

1. As with any physical activity, there is a remote possibility of injury from time to time. You understand that this is a contact sport and as such can lead to minor or serious injury to either the student or that in extremely unlikely circumstances my child could inflict these injuries on another student. These injuries could include bruises, abrasions, broken bones, concussion, organ damage, or in extremely unlikely circumstances, death.

2. I/We fully understand and acknowledge that:
   a. There are risks and dangers associated with participation in martial arts events and activities which could result in bodily injury partial and/or total disability, paralysis and death, however unlikely.
   b. The social and economic losses and/or damages, which could result from these risks and dangers described above, could be severe.
   c. These risks and dangers may be caused by the action, inaction or negligence of the participant or the action, inaction or negligence of others,
   d. There may be other risks not known to us or are not reasonably foreseeable at this time.

3. Bristol Gurmat Class will take every precaution to ensure a safe training environment but cannot assume or accept any responsibility or liability for a student injuring themselves and/or a third party. You agree to this unreservedly and agree to not pursue legal action against Bristol Gurmat Class or its instructors/students.

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• I/We are the legal parents/guardians responsible for the above named child and have read, understood and agree to the above and give consent for our child to participate in Bristol Gurmat Class Gatka Program.

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