One of the most important precepts in the martial arts is the development
of mutual respect. Out of mutual respect come positive character, sincerity, effort,
etiquette and self-control.
We do not teach, practice or promote full contact fighting or combat competition.
Our dojo (school) teaches traditional martial arts. As such, our instruction method
is primarily kata training and weapons forms, perfecting jujitsu throws & yawara techniques
and the practice of tai chi / chi qong. Physically, kata is a ritualized choreography of body
motions, postures and gestures that simulate fighting skills and maneuvers of martial prowess.
Kata is designed to refine the sense of neuro-muscular kinesiology, physical conditioning
and health. Kata is meditation in motion a way to hone mind, body and self improvement.
Self defense and weapon manipulations are practiced with non-contact simulated
pre-arranged movements. Participants are taught to fully control techniques
and may not punch, kick or strike their practice partner.
Partly from tradition, partly from necessity, certain rules necessary:
Traditionally
1. Bow upon entering and leaving the dojo.
2. If for some reason you cannot train hard, or you must leave class early, ask the
instructor’s permission. Once permission is granted, take your bow and leave.
3. If you are late and opening ceremonies are in progress, wait until they are completed and
the Sensei acknowledges you and gives the ok to join the class.
4. Line up according to rank.
5. No unnecessary talking during class.
6. Do not pass in and out of class during the opening and closing ceremony or when students
are demonstrating.
7. If for some reason a student finds it necessary to take leave or discontinue their training,
protocol dictates that you submit a letter of intent to the Sensei(s).
For Safety
1. Remove all jewelry.
2. Keep fingers and toenails trimmed and clean.
3. No eating, drinking, smoking or chewing gum during class.
4. At no time is there to be horseplay or rough housing.
5. Do not handle weapons until you have been instructed in their use.
6. Do not practice techniques you have not yet learned.
7. It is the privilege and the responsibility of the advance students to maintain discipline
at all times. If conditions warrant, it is the obligation of the instructor to suspend
temporarily or expel permanently, any student or member he/she deems necessary.
The expelled student has no recourse. The decision of the instructor is final.
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