Heart­felt con­gra­tu­la­ti­ons on the wedding of Andy Oster­mann

On Saturday, the 14.09.2024, the time had come: our long-standing student Andy Ostermann married his long-time partner Melanie in a beautiful ceremony. The celebration took place in a clubhouse in Berlin Hoppegarten, where close friends and family members gathered to witness this special moment.

A special invi­ta­tion to Shinzen Dojo Berlin

At the special request of the bride and groom, some members of Shinzen Dojo Berlin were also invited to share this day with them. Among the guests were:

- Senpai Son Le (Andy's Sensei)

- Senpai Marco and his family

- Senpai Choi

- Senpai Yusuf

- Anna as photographer and friend

Es war eine große Ehre für uns, an Andys Seite zu stehen, der bereits seit drei Jahren ein engagiertes Mitglied unseres Dojos ist und stets seine Leidenschaft für Kyokushin Karate unter Beweis stellt.

A “wedding kata” and the courage to take on a chall­enge

Ein besonderes Highlight der Feier war Andys kreative Demonstration einer „Hochzeitskata“. Mit Eleganz präsentierte er eine eigens für diesen Anlass entworfene Abfolge von Karate techniques, die das Brautpaar symbolisch als Einheit darstellten und zeigte gleichzeitig Andys tiefe Verbundenheit zum Karate.

But that wasn't all: Andy took on the challenge of breaking five boards – a true test of strength and concentration. Although he could not break the boards completely, it was his courage that counted.

The way of Kyo­kus­hin – even in mar­riage

In recent years, Andy has not only shown his skills on the tatami mat but has also fought bravely at the Bavarian Open in Ingolstadt. A special moment was last year, when he proposed to his current wife Melanie in front of a crowd during the tournament.

“The way of Kyokushin teaches us that true strength lies in the balance between conflict and peace. May this balance accompany Andy and Melanie in the coming years.” – Senpai Son Le

This quote aptly summarizes what Kyokushin teaches us: The path of perseverance, patience, and mutual respect – values that are crucial both in karate and in marriage.

A strong sense of com­mu­nity at Shinzen Dojo

Shinzen Dojo Berlin stands not only for physical fitness and technical excellence in Kyokushin Karate but also for a strong sense of community. Andy is a valuable member of our Kyokushin Karate family, and it was a great pleasure for all of us to accompany him on this day.

Wir vom Shinzen Dojo Berlin wünschen Andy und Melanie alles Gute für ihre gemeinsame Zukunft – sowohl in der Ehe als auch auf Andys weiterem Weg im Kyokushin Karate. Möge er weiterhin Achievements auf der Matte erzielen und auch in seiner neuen Rolle als Ehemann dieselbe Leidenschaft und Hingabe zeigen, die er im Training an den Tag legt.

Shinzen Dojo Berlin sends its heartfelt congratulations and will continue to stand by Andy's side – Osu!