KeikoCompetition hinders
the process of fine tuning
There is a difference between training to compete and training to survive. One limits a student's potential to what they focus on outside; the other reveals unlimited potential inside. Winning or losing does not define a champion in life. It is the ability to be humble in the light of success, and fearless in the darkness of failure. When the winds of adversity blow, we rely not on what we have outside; instead, it is what we have put inside that comes out: it is the integrity of a person's roots that hold them upright. It is with this ancient wisdom that we learn and teach martial arts.
"The ultimate aim of karate lies not in victory or defeat but in the perfection of the character of its participants."
Gichin Funakoshi
Sensei Jason R P Bassels
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Karate-do/Aikijutsu (Ages 13-17)
Karate-do (empty hand way) is a generic word that encompasses many styles. Though various styles will be touched upon, the primary style here is Goju Ryu (hard soft style). This style of karate employs various forms called kata, blocks, grabs, holds, strikes, and takedowns. Students start at the beginner level class (white to red). The beginner's class establishes good fundamentals necessary to progress on to the intermediate level. At this level, students further refine their training through more complicated forms, techniques, and physical application. At 17-18 years, youth students will continue their training in the adult class respectively. A grade of black belt is awarded to those who are 18 years old minimum and pass a world-class Classical Martial Arts Canada grading.
Our youth programs are geared to the specific nature of teenagers and their development. Lessons are taught in a manner through which their age group has a foundation to make good choices. Due to the strong peer influence at this age, specific instruction is targeted towards this influence and other obstacles teenagers face.
If you are a youth (13-17 years) interested in the courtesy class and assessment, your parents/guardians should accompany you. If they cannot, you will need signed permission from them. Contact us to book your appointment, and we can send you the Waiver and Assessment Form. Have your parent/s sign, then bring the form with you during your class. We will follow up with a phone call before and after the class, and send home forms and information if needed.
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Kids' Kobudo/Arnis/Iaido
To attend this program, students must be at least 9 years old, and must achieve a minimum grade of 5th kyu (yellow belt) in Program 1 (Karate-do). A basic understanding of stances, timing, breathing, etiquette, and instruction is required to maintain a safe and conductive environment. Beginners start with the staff (bo) and the stick (yantok). Fundamentals will be focused on to establish a good foundation to progress confidently toward higher levels of instruction. The primary style here is Goju Kobudo. Enrollment in the Karate program is mandatory.
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