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Dojo Way

DOJO ETIQUETTE

 

  • Always bow when entering and exiting the dojo

  • When the instructor asks students to lineup stand shoulder to shoulder with highest ranking student to your right

  • Mokuso is practiced at the beginning and end of each class

  • Dojo Kun is recited at the end of class

  • No jewellery is to be worn in class

  • Respect the place you train in and others you are training with

 

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DOJO KUN

 

  • Seek perfection of character

  • Be faithful 

  • Endeavor

  • Respect Others

  • Refrain from violent behavior

 

 

1 DAY

FREE TRIAL

MOKUSO

 

  • Is to "meditate"

  • It is called directly after seiza - when each student kneels facing shomen

  • It is your time to get ready for class to begin by clearing your mind 

  • Shomen Ni Rei - bow to the front of the class acknowledging all others who have trained before us

  • Sensei Ni Rei - bow to the sensei (instructor)

WHEN YOU ARRIVE

 

  • Please ensure you have enough time to put on your gi (karate uniform) and belt prior to class starting

  • Lockers are provided in the changerooms for day use

  • You must bring your own lock

  • If class has already begun, please kneel at the entrance of the dojo for the instructor to invite you in

JKAIWAYAMA PRESENTS:


CLASS REGISTRATION FOR FALL OPEN NOW

PLEASE NOTE NEW FEE SCHEDULE IN EFFECT

GRADING KYU LEVELS DECEMBER 19TH, 2023 AND JUNE 04TH, 2024
 
NOTE: ANNUAL SEMINAR HOSTING SAEKI SENSEI NOVEMBER 17, 18, 19, 2023
 

HOW TO TIE YOUR BELT

 

  • Please ask the instructor or look on-line

 

 

AUDIENCE

 

  • It is permissable to watch the class

  • Please respect the instructor and students by remaining quiet

  • Please turn off your cell phone

  • Kindly sit quietly

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