What comes to mind when you think of karate? Breaking boards? Flying through bamboo forests? Defeating an onslaught of determined ninjas? Personally, I kind of like the idea of flying through bamboo…. but I digress.
As an instructor of the martial arts I have had the privilege of working with many people of all shapes, sizes , backgrounds , abilities, and ages. While most of us will never be as fast as Bruce Lee or as tough as Chuck Norris, we can always try to reach our maximum potential. With that in mind I have come to learn that everyone can do karate.
Its all about attitude!
Karate is not about breaking boards or bodies it is about pushing yourself beyond what you ever thought you could do. Just when you think you can’t go anymore, you dig deep inside yourself and go a little further, reaching your goal and often surpassing it. Karate is a metaphor for our everyday lives. You do your best, never giving up, and in the process you build character, confidence and are becoming a more physically and mentally fit person. The qualities of a leader.
A true leader does not merely point the way, he or she shows you how to get there by example.
Dojo Kun
Uphold the principals of propriety and courtesy
Cultivate the spirit of effort.
Perfect a mind of patience.
Live the way of truth.
Do not lose self control or act in violent manner.
3 Basic factors of mental strength
seriousness, try hard, never give up
3 Basic factor of mental Attitude
Initiative, responsiblity,Pride
3 Basic factors of relationship with others
Appreciation, Consideration, Unity
Class of December 2008
Senpai Matt Wood
