STUDENT HANDBOOK
TEKKI KARATE CENTRE
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STUDENT HANDBOOKTEL no: 95034257EMAIL:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
S.NO TOPICPAGE NO
1Welcome letter3
2Class timing & fee payment43Uniform & How to tie a
belt5 & 64Mission statement and prayer75Student qualities8
6Etiquette within the dojo9-167History of Shotokan karate178Word
to student and parents from a licensed psychologist189Frequently
asked questions19-21
10Basic process at TKC2211Shotokan karate terminology23-25
12Grading rules & regulations2613Grading period27
1410th KYU (white belt) syllabus 28159th KYU (FRS) syllabus
29168th KYU (yellow belt) syllabus 30177th KYU (yellow+orage
stripe) syllabus 32186th KYU (orange) syllabus 33195th KYU (Green)
syllabus 35204th KYU (Blue) syllabus 37213rd KYU (Blue+brown
stripe) syllabus 39222nd KYU (brown belt) syllabus 42231st KYU
(brown+black stripe) syllabus 44241st Dan (black belt 1st dan)
syllabus 47252nd Dan (Black belt 2nd dan) syllabus 48
26Kata picture demonstration(heian Shodan Kanku dai)49-58
27Tekki Karate Centre (must read)59-61
26RECOMMENDATION62
Welcome To the Exciting World of Martial Arts!!!
Dear Parent/student
Thank you for joining TEKKI KARATE CENTRE. Were proud to have
you as a student and look forward to working with you for many
years to come as you progress to your black belt and beyond.
This handbook is designed to help orientate you with the
traditions of the martial arts and rules that are specific to our
Karate centre and it will give you a brief introduction to the
formalities, rituals, rules and regulations with which you are to
comply. As an official student of Tekki Karate Centre, it is
important that you maintain high ethical standards and inspire
others by your actions. The road to mastery of the art requires the
practitioner to balance the physical lessons with the equally
important mental characteristics of patience, humility,
self-control, perseverance, concentration, and respect. Gradually,
the lessons of the Do Jo begin to color other aspects of your life.
The Karate student learns to seek more from themselves in a broader
arena. One becomes better able to meet and surpass the challenges
of one's profession.
Of course, you may always call or speak to me anytime, I will be
happy to help you get the most out of your training with us.
Wishing You All the Best
Sensei Vimil Chief Instructor & Examiner, Tekki Karate
Centre
CLASS TIMINGS & FEE PAYMENT
SATURDAY & WEDNSEDAY 7:30 pm 9:00 pmSATURDAY ONLY5:00 pm
7:00 pm
The class will be conducted at the above mentioned timings.
Any changes or emergency cancellation of a particular class will
be informed in advance.
Students are to be present in the class before the scheduled
time.
Late entrance to class and early exit from class will be
recorded in the student profile record. (to avoid recording in the
student profile record, valid reasons should be provided for late
entry and early exit)
The Fee for the month has to be paid in advance for the
concerned month. i.e. for example, the fee for the month of January
will be paid in advance before the 10th of January.
Fee payment is based on month to month basis and not date of
first attendance to next date basis.
Uniform (Gi)
The uniform used in our karate training is called a Gi
(pronounced gee). Student uniforms are usually a blend of cotton
and poly and therefore have very limited amount of shrinkage.
The Gi consists of pants, a top and a belt (Obi in Japanese).
The pants should be fairly loose fitting to enable proper
flexibility and kicking techniques. The top has ties on each side
that are fastened using a simple bow (shoe knot). The left side is
tied first so that the right side of the uniform is under the left
side. This will allow the Association patch which is worm on the
left breast to show.
The belt, which has a symbolic nature, is worn by placing its
center at the navel and wrapping both sides around the back and
then around to the front. The right side is crossed over the left
side and a square knot tied which encases both layers of belt.
Please see the next page for illustrated step by step
instructions on tying the belt.
All beginning students (unless they have earned rank in another
system and approved by Instructor) start with a white belt.
Please see the section on belt levels which explains the belt
ranking system for the various classes.
Students should wear their Gi for every class.
The Gi should be washed regularly and neatly ironed.
The Association Patch should be attached to the Gi.
Boys should only wear a white vest inside the Gi (other color
T-shirts not allowed).
Girls are allowed to wear white color collarless shirts inside
the Gi.
How to Tie your belt
Step 2Wrap the belt around yourwaist so that the two endsof the
belt are in front withthe left end on top.Step 1Fold belt in half
to find the center.Open belt and place the centerPoint on your
belly button
Step 4 Fold the top end of thebelt down. Step 3Tuck the left end
underboth layers of your belt
RR
Step 6Move the right end of thebelt up and over the leftend.
Pull it through theloop you just formedbehind the left end.RR Step
5Slide the left end(with an R in the picture)to the right under
thefolded down end..
RStep 7Pull the ends straight to theside to tighten the
knot.Mission Statement
TEKKI KARATE CENTRE is committed to quality martial arts
training that help us become better people by: Providing a safe
training environment Offering a friendly, professional ambiance
Acting as a positive force in our community Developing a code of
conduct as well as learning effective self-defense
The Golden Rule
Help others and you will reward yourself. You can become a
success by helping others to achieve success. One of the greatest
things at TEKKI KARATE CENTRE is the friends you find. We teach
because we love it!
Student Prayer
We thank you God, for having given us the strength to practice
the Martial Arts of Karate-Do. I promise I will not use it on
anybody unless my life or the life of another is in
danger.(Compulsory at the end of the class)
Student Qualities
A student of TEKKI KARATE CENTRE must develop these
qualities:
1. Respect and Courtesy: The utmost respect must be given to
ones Country, Flag, Parents, and Tekki Karate centre Instructors.
Courtesy and respect should be extended to all fellow humans and
particularly to those of older age. It is mandatory that students
be courteous and respectful of each other, particularly those of
higher ranking belts.
2. Modesty: Tekki Karate centre students are expected to be
humble about their accomplishments. Bullies and braggarts have no
place in Tekki Karate Centre. One should have a quiet feeling of
pride in his achievements but need not feel compelled to advertise
these accomplishments.
3. Self Control: One should never lose his or her temper. Ones
skills are seriously diminished if controls over emotions are lost.
Moreover, one should never use Karate-Do except in self
defense.
4. Perseverance: It is normal to become discouraged
occasionally, particularly when pursuing and activity sufficiently
challenging to be truly worthwhile.However, one should persevere
until mastery is accomplished. Never quit, never give up.
5. Indomitable Spirit: This is an expansion of all the other
points in Japanese Shotokan Do doctrine. A Karate Do person should
use his skills and education to fight injustice. One should strive
to overcome personal weakness in all areas of life and be a credit
always to himself and his art.
ETIQUETTE WITHIN THE DOJO (CLASS)
Some rules of the road
In any karate dojo, one of the most important rules of etiquette
is behavior. Since by nature we all learn by trial and error, many
things will be forgiven in a dojo, but bad behavior is definitely
not one of them. This rule applies to every student within the dojo
society regardless of their rank, in fact the higher the rank, the
less tolerance there is for any breach of etiquette what so ever.
Starting with the "sensei" or "teacher" down through the "sempai's"
or "assistants" in the black belt ranks, and then finally through
the "kyu" or colored belt ranks, known as "kohai" it is the
responsibility of each student to make sure that those who follow
in their footsteps, do so with the highest possible level of
personal behavior. It is very important to remember, however, that
correction for acts of misbehavior always come from the top down,
not the bottom up.
Entering the dojo
The first lesson you will ever learn once you have been accepted
into any karate school is how to enter and exit the "dojo" or
"training hall" properly. Prior to entering the dojo for the first
time a senior student or Sempai will usually instruct you in the
art of "bowing in". Every karate dojo in the world has a shrine at
the designated front of the dojo, this is referred to as the
"Shomen" and regardless of how many times you enter or leave the
dojo during the course of your daily training, and you must always
bow to the "Shomen" first. This is done by standing at the dojo
entrance and facing towards the "Shomen", be sure that your feet
are together, keep your legs straight, your arms should be at your
sides and touching the sides of your thighs, your hands should be
open and facing downward along the seam of your gi with your
fingers and thumb together. To bow, bend forward at the waist to
about 45 degrees, keep your eyes looking downward and do not let
your arms move or leave your side, pause for a second at the bottom
of the bow then unbend. The entire bow should take only a few
seconds, but it should be performed with the utmost courtesy and
respect. Remember: "In order to bow well physically, You must first
learn how to bow well in your mind".
Should you ever find yourself entering or leaving the dojo with
a large group of students, do not push or shove, but instead
patiently wait your turn. If the opportunity presents its self
always allow those senior students in the group to enter or exit
the dojo first, since in a karate dojo everything is dictated by
your rank within the dojo society.
Arriving late
In a karate dojo, as is it is in life, it is very bad manners to
be late. Sometimes, however, this may be unavoidable, in which case
you will be required to bow in quietly and then kneel in seiza just
to one side of the dojo entrance. If you arrive while everyone else
is also kneeling in seiza or reciting the dojo kun, do not make any
noise what so ever, just wait quietly until the sensei or senior
instructor acknowledges you and invites you to join the class. This
may not happen right away, and it is important to remember that you
must remain kneeling where you are until your are invited in, at
which time you may be asked to perform some task as a penance for
being late. Once you are invited to join the class, you must first
bow while still kneeling, then get up quickly and join the class by
finding a place in the last row unless some other space is
indicated to you. This may or may not be your normal place of rank
within that particular class, but as I mentioned earlier, in a
karate dojo as in life, arriving late usually requires you to pay a
price for your tardiness.
The line up
At the beginning of each class you will hear the most senior
student present call, line up. Upon hearing this command you must
move quickly and quietly to stand in "heisoku dachi" or "informal
stance" at your appropriate place of rank within that particular
class. Depending on the size of the class you will often find that
your place within the rank of students will vary from class to
class. This is to be expected since the more senior students there
are in a class, the further down the line you will be. The lineup
is done in rank order from right to left facing the "Shomen" or the
front of the dojo. As a result unless you are actually teaching the
class, you will always have a more senior student to your immediate
right, this could even be a student who wears the same color of
belt as you, but who would have achieved that rank before you did.
To your immediate left you will then find a student of similar or
lesser rank and so on down the line until finally at the end of the
line you will find the newest or most junior student in the class.
If you are ever required to start a new row due to the number of
students ahead of you, be sure to start the row by standing behind
the student on the extreme right end of the line in front of you,
be sure that the line you start is of the same width as those in
front of you, and that you are lined up directly behind the student
in front of you. One day, if you train long enough and hard enough,
you too may find that it is your turn to give the command, "line
up".
Everyone starts at the bottom
Upon joining a karate dojo you will find that no one gets
special treatment. Everyone starts at the bottom. By that I mean
that even the President of a large company who may be well known
and respected, or for that matter even your boss at your place of
work; if he or she were to join your dojo they would find that
despite their rank within the business community, even they cannot
simply join a dojo and without any previous training move to the
head of the line just because of their status, or wealth outside of
the dojo. Like I said, in a karate dojo everyone starts at the
bottom - where you go from there is entirely up to you.
The standing bow
The single most important technique in Shotokan karate is the
bow. The standing bow for example, is used not only to bow into and
out of the dojo at the beginning or end of each class, but it is
also used for example when bowing to another student, or an
instructor before performing any form of partner training. The
standing bow is also performed prior to the beginning of each kata,
and at the end of each kata, and it must never be omitted or
performed casually as it is extremely important that all of your
karate training and all of your katas begin and end with courtesy.
Starting from a "heiko dachi" or "ready stance" bring your feet
together while at the same time bringing your hands to your sides
so you are now in "heisoku dachi" or "informal attention stance"
remember, when bowing bend forward at the waist to about 45 degrees
without letting your arms move or leave your side, pause for a
second, then unbend. The entire bow should take only a few seconds,
but it should always be performed with the utmost courtesy and
respect.
Remember: "In order to bow well physically, You must first learn
how to bow well in your mind".
If you find yourself bowing to a partner always keep your eyes
focused on theirs, however, when bowing to your sensei or to the
Shomen always be sure that your eyes are looking downward.
Seiza
The "seiza" or "kneeling position" for a while is a very common
occurrence, is used most often at the beginning and the end of each
class, or when you are instructed to sit and watch a demonstration
of some kind. To get into the seiza position from an attention
stance, bend down on the Knee balls of both feet then first place
your left knee on the ground, then your right knee, then sit down
and tuck your feet underneath you. Be sure and always keep your
back straight and your shoulders relaxed when sitting in seiza and
your knees should be aligned with, but not touching, the knees of
the person on your right or your left. Rest your open hands
comfortably on the upper portion of your thighs with your fingers
and thumb together and pointed slightly inward. Proper posture in
seiza is very important, and for anatomical reasons male students
should have about a 12 inch to 14 inch width between their knees,
while female students should have their knees together.
Bowing in seiza
At the beginning of each class prior and to any form of
training, the entire class will kneel in the seiza position and bow
in turn to the Shomen and then to the sensei. The first bow is to
the Shomen and the shrine at the front of the dojo. This is done in
rank order at the command, Shomen ni rei this first bow is done as
a sign of deep respect to the memory of the long line of Masters
and Sensei who came before you and who in turn passed the art of
Shotokan karate down to your sensei. This second bow is to your
sensei. This is done in rank order at the command, Sensei ni rei
this done as a sign of deep respect to your sensei without whom
there would be no dojo for you to train in and therefore no one who
could pass the art of karate on to you. In return, the sensei bows
to the entire class as a sign of deep respect to the students who
come to train, because without students to teach there would be no
one for the sensei to pass his or her knowledge on to. The Third
Bow is to the Dojo, at the command of Dojo rei
Mokusoh
This is the command to meditate. When mokusoh is called, you
must close your eyes, lower your gaze, tuck your chin in towards
your chest, relax and quietly begin taking long slow breaths in
through your nose and out through your mouth. It is important to
learn to breathe not just with the upper portion of your lungs but
also from your lower abdomen or hara as the Japanese call it. Your
"hara" is the lowest part of you abdomen and is located
approximately three fingers widths below your navel. By learning to
breathe from here you will develop greater power and speed as your
karate training progresses. It is during this meditative process
that you want to quiet your mind and to try and rid yourself of all
thoughts unrelated to your karate training, you must seek to find
an inner sense of peace, or a relaxed state of being, this will
help you to stay focused throughout the training that is about to
begin.
Remember: "In order to train successfully in the dojo, You must
first have a dojo mind".
If you use the time spent in mokusoh to properly focus your mind
prior to each class, you will over time in all likelihood notice a
definite increase in the quality of your techniques.
Mokusoh yame
This is the command to stop meditating. When mokusoh yame is
called opens your eyes immediately and sit up straight. When your
turn comes quickly rise up by starting with your right foot, then
your left foot and stand in "heiko dachi" or "ready stance" and
await further instructions. Student creed / prayer
After the ritual of bowing and mokusoh is complete in many
karate dojos the class will recite the dojo Kun or dojo creed.
We thank you God, for having given us the strength to practice
the Martial Arts of Karate-Do. I promise I will not use it on
anybody unless my life or the life of another is in danger.
It is important that you believe in what you say, and you must
then use this belief to help you do your very best, not only in the
training that lies ahead but also in your daily life outside of the
dojo.
Etiquette during class
Once the training starts it is very important to put aside all
unrelated thoughts. You must make every effort to only concentrate
on the specific task at hand and especially on improving the
quality of your own techniques. On "seeing" what cannot be seen. In
the beginning this will be a very hard concept for you to grasp but
you must push yourself both physical as well as mentally if your
karate is ever going to improve. In short, "always do your best".
In fact to do otherwise would be disrespectful not only to
yourself, but also to your classmates and your instructor who have
come to train you.When moving from one area of the dojo to another
always do it quickly and quietly. When changing positions in line
be sure not to cut through the lines or to pass in front of anyone
else, instead go behind and around them. Whenever you watch a
demonstration, do so respectfully and silently, without leaning on
the walls or doing anything that would distract others. If you have
a questions about any of the techniques that are being taught
during class never call out, instead always raise your hand and
wait to be acknowledged, and then ask your question in the politest
possible terms. When training with a partner always be sure and bow
properly before you begin and after you finish youre training
together. This applies every time you change partners regardless of
their rank.
Kiai
Sooner or later you will learn to perform a kiai or "spirit
cry". A kiai is not unique to karate, but it is a sound that will
be unique to each individual student. This sound does not come from
the throat, but instead it originates deep in your abdomen or
"tanden" and is usually expressed during the maximum point of
attack or defence in all Shotokan katas. In the beginning most
students will simply say the word kiai but in fact "kiai" is simply
a Japanese word that when translated into English literally means,
yell.
So what is a kiai?
My personal definition of a kiai is as follows: a kiai is a
unique, personal vocalization, brought about by a strong emotional
feeling."
In karate a kiai is most often used at the moment when the
students maximum physical, mental and or spiritual power is
required in combination with a specific movement or technique. What
you will learn to do over the course of your training, is to draw
on all your mental, physical and spiritual energy and focus and
release this energy for maximum power and effect at the appropriate
moment in your kata or during class. Dont be afraid to kiai
loudly.
The overall tone of a class is often set by the level of spirit
in the class, which can often be raised with a strong kiai on your
part. So you if you have a strong kiai it will often spur others to
work harder as well. On the other hand, if your spirit is poor, or
your kiai weak, you might actually bring down the class spirit, so
always do your very best.
In the end your own personal kiai will be as unique as you are,
never be embarrassed by what you think it sounds like, if there is
spirit and conviction in your actions then your kiai will always be
strong.
The end of class
Please follow the same as mentioned from the seiza section
above.
The end
If you keep these simple rules in mind then your experiences
within the dojo will be much more enjoyable, and your fellow
students will hold you in much higher regard for your efforts.
Remember A good effort is the result of having the proper mental
attitude.
PART THE CLOUD-SEEK THE WAY
"The objective of karate-do is to contribute to the evolution of
the human spirit through physical and mental training."
HISTORY OF SHOTOKAN KARATE
Shotokan Karate is a form of unarmed combat - "Karate" means
"empty hand". However the "karate-ka" also uses their feet, knees
and elbows. Karate as a martial art was cultivated in the island of
Okinawa, south of mainland Japan. After many years, the development
of Karate as a means of self defence gained tremendous popularity,
as the Japanese government on the island had prohibited the use of
weapons. Because of this national policy, the self defence
techniques were developed into a unique Okinawan martial art of
"Karate" or "empty hand". In 1922, Master Gichin Funakoshi, the
founder of Shotokan Karate, introduced Karate to mainland Japan
during the first National Athletic Exhibition held in Tokyo. The
demonstration turned out to be a great success due to the inspiring
personality of Master Funakoshi. He taught only one method, a total
discipline, which represented a mixture of Okinawan styles. This
method became known as Shotokan, which literally means "Pine waves
Hall"
"The ultimate aim of Karate-do lies not in the concern for
victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the human character of
its participants." -Gichin Funakoshi SENSEI GICHIN FUNAKOSHI Master
Gichin Funakoshi is widely considered the primary "father" of
modern karate due to his efforts to introduce the Okinawan art to
mainland Japan, from where it spread to the rest of the world.
Funakoshi Gichin was also the founder of what is now known as
Shotokan karate. His style of karate originated from him having
trained under two famous Okinawan karate masters, Yasatsune Azato
and Anko Itosu. After being observed by the Japanese Minister of
Education during a karate demonstration, Funakoshi was asked to
bring his karate to Japan for instruction in the universities
there. His introduction of the previously "secret" art of karate
allowed the martial arts to grow to previously unheard of numbers.
In 1936, Japanese karate-ka gathered donations to build the first
official karate dojo, which they named Shotokan in honor of
Funakoshi Sensei.
Word to Parents and Students- from a licensed psychologist
From a licensed psychologist, psychology professor, black belt
instructor and a martial arts researcher - Thomas J. Nardi:As a
psychologist, I have found that karate training often provides many
benefits to youngsters beyond that offered by other sports. The
introverted youngster often begins to blossom when he or she learns
karate. The structured drills that involve punching, kicking, and
yelling help the youngster overcome shyness and timidity. The
anxious or worried child becomes more confident and assertive as he
learns to move and control his body. He or she learns to work and
compete with others in a friendly and safe environment.
Self-confidence and self-esteem grow. Many parents report a marked
increase in the childs social interactions. The youngster feels
less threatened by other children or new situations. As a result,
there is often more of a willingness to become more involved with
others.The extroverted youngster has a safe, healthy outlet in
which to compete with himself and others. Youngsters are taught how
to avoid trouble and challenges. They learn to have enough
self-confidence that they need not respond to teasing or
provocation from peers.The aggressive child is taught the
self-discipline that aids in keeping anger under control. He or she
learns that fighting is merely a way of showing off and that
showing off is a sign of low self-esteem and a lack of
self-confidence.Karate training is a gross motor activity that
helps youngsters develops a sense of integrity about their bodies.
Balance, coordination, posture, and general movements improve with
karate training. The pre-adolescent, in particular, finds that
karate training helps him or her cope with the clumsiness that
often accompanies the spurt of growth at this age.Karate also
offers an additional bonus that other sports do not provide. Karate
teaches self-defense. In the unsettling times in which we live,
knowledge of how to protect oneself can be crucial. Parents often
report feeling more secure knowing their sons or daughters are
capable of defending themselves.Encourage and support your
youngsters involvement. You will be pleasantly surprised with the
results. And, who knows, you may want to try a class
yourself!Frequently asked questions
Que 1: What are the benefits of learning Karate? Ans:
Cardiovascular fitness is a major benefit; large portions of each
martial arts class are aerobic-type activities in which children
must breathe properly, thus pushing oxygen to all parts of the
body. This helps and increases the child's breathing techniques and
strength with in the lungs itself therefore strengthening the
oxygen supply to the body. Muscular strength, increases with
consistent low impact exercises and techniques. The martial arts
develops strong arms, legs a torso muscles, these muscles are vital
for the balance and stability of the child as they play and grow in
everyday life. A strong balanced child, is far less likely to fall
or loss balance, than a child with a under developed muscular
system. Quick reflexes, some people are born with naturally quick
reflexes, but most have to develop them. Many times people have
saved a falling glass etc that has been knocked off the table,
before its smashes on the floor, and thanked their quick reflexes.
These quick and lightning reflexes are developed through sports and
especially the Martial Arts. Classes present many opportunities for
children to improve their own reflexes are they react to the drills
in class, their partners moves and to the commands of the class
instructor. Many training drill are specifically design to improve
alertness and reflexes. Flexibility, we have all seen our children
amaze us with their exhibitions of flexibly when they are young. As
children grow, their bodies change and their legs often grow faster
than their torsos. Normal play activities don't always keep the
muscles and ligaments limber and flexible during this time of
growth. Martial Arts classes include simple stretches and warm ups
which help keep children limber, and over a period of time, can
re-create their earlier flexibility. Increased flexibility enhances
children's abilities to play, jump, climb, run, skate and walk, and
it also lessons the chance of injury. Coordination, as well as
reflexes, flexibility and fitness the martial arts also improves
coordination, taking classes throughout their childhood helps
children to work through the awkward growth stages, to continually
make adjustments to their ever changing bodies. In class they learn
a variety of basic footwork, kicks, punches and blocks, these are
all put together in sequences which improve focus, discipline,
control and coordination. Once these basic moves are refined and
coordination is improving more advanced moves are introduced such
as rolls, throws and break falling, these moves takes the child's
coordination to new higher level.
Que 2: How long does it take to get black belt?
Ans: It usually takes around 3-4 years, depending on the
advancement, understanding and training of the student.It is a
misconception amongst many people that black belt is the end to
karate and that is exactly why this question is a very frequently
asked question.In fact reaching black belt is just like completing
your schooling and you have entered your Higher education. So the
actual Karate begins from BLACK BELT.It is important to start off
karate with the benchmark of attaining Black belt and then progress
ahead. Karate is a never ending learning process.
Que 3: Will my children get hurt?
Ans: Well, the answer is yes. They will definitely get hurt,
just as the same possibility level of getting hurt when the kid is
at home or at school. There is no difference. Can you be sure if
your kid will not get hurt at home when you are around or at school
when their teacher is around?At TEKKI KARATE CENTRE we follow a
sport based semi contact martial arts. They are trained to practice
in such a way that it is totally safe and minimizes the risk of any
injuries. Accidental injuries may occur. The best way to avoid
getting hurt is to follow what the sensei instructs. This is a
simple solution that usually many karatekas fail to follow. When
sprains, sore muscles and clumsiness often become the reason why
one gets hurt, usually its because the warm-ups are taken for
granted. Warm-ups are intended to loosen up the muscles and prepare
them for vigorous training. The muscles go through a shock when
introduced to intense movements right away. The types of injuries
we see most often include blisters on the feet (from moving on the
floor), sprains, muscle pulls, bruises, tweaked backs and knees,
etc.
Que 3: I am afraid my child will use their karate on brothers,
sisters, or at school?Ans: This is a very important concern. At
TEKKI KARATE CENTRE, we stress to each and every student that they
are never to misuse their martial arts. As a matter of fact, every
student in our academy must keep this promise or they are asked to
leave. At TEKKI KARATE CENTRE, it is our goal to instill excellent
character qualities, including; patience, control, and
self-discipline we are a leadership and life skills academy. Our
focus is on confidence, self discipline, and becoming leaders.Over
a period of regular training we develop high level of tolerance and
patience.
Que 4: How often do we have to attend the class?Ans: Globally
Shotokan karate requires 2 classes (of minimum 1 hour) per week to
complete the scheduled syllabus for each student. (2days a week is
a common practice in Oman as well). This is where we have an
advantage at TEKKI KARATE CENTRE. Where we have 3 classes (1 and
half hour) per week. So even if the student misses few classes they
still have the advantage of an extra class per week. This is a
privilege we enjoy and utilize for other activities in class.
Other processes and system of TEKKI KARATE CENTRE will be
provided in the following pages, which will help you to clarify all
your queries and concerns.You can also contact me or meet me in
person to discuss any specific concerns-SENSEI Vimil Vijayasenan
(95034257)
BASIC PROCESS AT TEKKI KARATE CENTRE At Tekki Karate Centre, the
classes are conducted for 1 and half hour. It starts with warm up
exercise and flexibility and muscular strengthening exercises which
is done for 30-45 minutes. The exercise session is run by any
student in the class irrespective of the KYU or rank of the
student(this is mainly introduced to improve the leadership skills
of the student and work on their personal mistakes of certain
exercises) Once the exercise session is completed, the session for
the day is conducted. A brief list of sessions covered in various
classes(any one or two covered per class): KATA KIHON KUMITE
KUMITE(FREE FIGHTING) KIHON (basics) FITNESS TRAINING FITNESS TEST
TEAM GAMES AND ACTIVITIES PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS SKILL
TRAINING OTHER MARTIAL ARTS KICKS SPECIALIZATION ETC Closing
session, including certain stomach specific exercises Meditation
and prayer
*this is the basic overview of the flow of events during a
single karate class at TEKKI KARATE CENTRE
SHOTOKAN KARATE TERMINOLOGY
As with any other art form Shotokan karate has its own unique
terminology, and even though Shotokan is taught all over the world,
and in many different languages, it is still common in most dojos
to give some commands in Japanese.
GENERAL TERMSThe following list of Japanese words and their
English counterpart is by no means definitive and so students are
encouraged to view this list as merely a starting point in their
own effort to further their knowledge of all that Shotokan Karate
has to offer.
karate do - empty handed wayshihan - mastersensei -
teachersempai - senior studentkohai - junior studentdojo - training
hallobi - beltseiza - kneelmokuso - meditaterei - bowyoi -
readyhajime - beginyame - stophidari - leftmigi - rightjodan -
upperchudan - middle gedan - lowerdachi - stancezuki - punchuchi -
strikeuke - blockgeri - kicktai sabaki - body shiftingyori ashi -
foot shiftingnaote - relax
STRIKESBLOCKS
zenkutsu dachi - front stancekokutsu dachi - back stancekiba
dachi - horse stancefudo dachi - rooted stanceneko ashi dachi - cat
stancehangetsu dachi - hourglass stanceSTANCEkazama zuki - jabchoku
zuki - straight punchoi zuki - lunge punchgyaku zuki - reverse
punchyama zuki - mountain punchyoko zuki - side punchshita zuki -
inverted punchippon ken - one knuckle strikeuraken - back
fisttetsui - hammer fistempi uchi - elbow strikenukite-zuki - spear
hand strikeshuto - knife handshuto-zuki - sword hand strikejodan
age uke - upper rising blockjodan tetsui zuki - upper hammer fist
gedan uke - lower blockkake wake uke - reverse wedge
blockhaishu-uke - back hand block soto uke - inward middle
blockuchi uke - outward middle blockmorote uke - augmented
blockteisho oshi uke - pressing palm heal block
And so on - all the way up to the number 99. For example the
number 56 would be "5 - 10's plus 6" - or - "gojuroku" - the number
61 would then be "6 - 10's plus 1" - or - "rokujuichi" and so on
and so on. The number 100 is pronounced as "hyaku" so counting
above 100 is basically just a matter of adding the word "hyaku" in
the appropriate placehiza geri - knee strikemae geri - front
kickyoko geri keage - side snap kickyoko geri kekomi - side thrust
kickfumakomi - stomp kickmika zuki geri - crescent kickmawashi geri
- round kicktobi geri - jump kickni mae geri - double front
kickushiro geri kekomi - back thrust
kickoneichitwonithreesanfourshifivegosixrokusevenshichieighthachininekyutenjuelevenju
ichitwelveju nithirteenju sanfourteenju shififteenju gosixteenju
rokuseventeenju shichieighteenju hachinineteenju kyutwentyni
jutwenty-oneni juichitwenty-twoni juniNUMBER COUNTINGKICKS
GRADING RULES AND REGULATIONS Student should be regular to class
so that they attend the required number of classes to be eligible
for the grading Once the instructor feels that the student is
trained enough and has an understanding of the syllabus, he or she
will be given the grading form The grading form has to be signed by
the parent and returned to the instructor/examiner before the
grading date. A student will only be allowed to attend the grading
if he/she has paid the grading fee. The student should bring the
grading card (same card including the monthly fee) and submit it to
the instructor/examiner. Student exam result will be added into the
card and returned to the parent. (kindly dont lose the grading +
fee card as it is an important document for parent to keep a track
of the student fee record and grading record) If necessary a pre
test will be conducted for students before they appear for the
actual grading. Any results and data of the student for the past
periods will be provided to parents as and when requested by you.
Complete grading record (detailed report) is available with the
instructor; it can be collected as and when required. After the
grading result, the belt or ribbon will be provided from the centre
itself. A certificate will also be provided for the grading. The
Grading fee is R.O. 5 In case of any external examiner grading, the
grading fee charges may change, which will be informed to you in
advance. Students of older age can be given preference and given
reduction in the number of classes required for each belt, if
he/she shows a steady progress and interest of learning.
GRADING PERIODS The Classes required may change as per the
students age. Children at the age of 4-7 years aprox may need more
classes to understand the concept and train Children above the age
of 15 years may need fewer classes with respect to the minimum
classes eligibility defined below. Students with excellent
discipline, behavior, learning attitude and immense interest
towards the art will be recognized and given faster opportunities
for next grading (even then they have to attend certain minimum
classes at each Kyu.
10 kyu to 9 kyu (white to FRS)25-30 classes minimum 9 kyu to 8
kyu (FRS to yellow)25-30 classes minimum
8 kyu to 7 kyu (yellow to yellow+orange stripe)30-40 classes
minimum 7 kyu to 6 kyu (yellow+orange stripe to Orange)30-40
classes minimum
6 kyu to 5 kyu (Orange to Green)30-40 classes minimum 5 kyu to 4
kyu (Green to Blue)30-40 classes minimum
4 kyu to 3 kyu (Blue to Blue+brown) 48-60 classes minimum 3 kyu
to 2 kyu (Blue+Brown to Brown)48-60 classes minimum
2 kyu to 1 kyu (Brown to Brown+black)72-96 classes minimum
1 kyu to 1 Dan (Brown+Black to Black 1)150-200 classes
minimum
1 Dan to 2 Dan (Black 1 to Black 2)300 classes minimum
2 Dan to 3 Dan (Black 2 to Black 3)432 classes minimumTenth Kyu
(white belt)
The following are the basic 10th kyu examination requirements of
our dojo.
Minimum classes required to attend for grading eligibility:
25-30 classes (depending on the age and progress of the
student)BASICS (KIHON) (all in zenkutsu dachi) Step forward Gedan
barai, oi zuki (Lunge punch) _3 steps forward & 3 steps
backward. Step forward Gedan barai, age uke (Rising block) _3 steps
forward & 3 steps backward. Step forward Gedan barai, Shoto uke
(Outside block) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward. Step
forward Gedan barai, Uchi uke (Inside block) _3 steps forward &
3 steps backward Step forward Gedan barai, mae geri keage (Front
snap kick) _3 steps forward and 3 steps after mawate-turn.
Remember Karate-Do is for a lifetime, it is not a race, and your
Personal progress should never be treated as such.FITNESS 10
pushups 10 side sit-ups 20 stomach sit-ups
KATA Kihon Kata
Ninth Kyu (white +full red stripe belt)
The following are the basic 9th kyu examination requirements of
our dojo.
Minimum classes required to attend for grading eligibility:
25-30 classes (depending on the age and progress of the
student)BASICS (KIHON) (all in zenkutsu dachi) Step forward Gedan
barai, oi zuki (Lunge punch) _3 steps forward & 3 steps
backward.(or with mawate-turn) Step forward Gedan barai, age uke
(Rising block) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or with
mawate-turn) Step forward Gedan barai, Shoto uke (Outside block) _3
steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) Step
forward Gedan barai, Uchi uke (Inside block) _3 steps forward &
3 steps backward (or with mawate-turn) Step forward Gedan barai,
mae geri keage (Front snap kick) _3 steps forward and 3 steps after
mawate-turn. Step forward Gedan barai, Shuto uke (Knife hand block)
_3 steps forward & 3 steps backward in Kokutsu dachi (back
stance) (or with mawate-turn)FITNESS Remember The ultimate aim of
Karate lies not in victory or defeat but in the perfection of the
character of its participants10 pushups 10 side sit-ups 20 stomach
sit-ups
KATA Heian shodan & all previous katas
KUMITESanbon kumite - 3 step sparring (fighting)
1. Attacker - upper level lunge punch 3x / jodan oi zuki 3x 1.
Defender - rising block 3x / jodan age uke 3x (on the last attack
counter with reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
2. Attacker - middle level lunge punch 3x / chudan oi zuki 2.
Defender - shoto uke 3x / outside forearm block 3x (on the last
attack counter with reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
Eighth Kyu (Yellow belt)
The following are the basic 8th kyu examination requirements of
our dojo.
Minimum classes required to attend for grading eligibility:
30-40 classes (depending on the age and progress of the
student)BASICS (KIHON) (all in zenkutsu dachi) Step forward Gedan
barai, oi zuki / gyaku zuki(Lunge punch/ reverse punch) _3 steps
forward & 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) age uke /
gyaku zuki(Rising block/reverse punch) _3 steps forward & 3
steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) Shoto uke/ gyaku zuki
(Outside block /reverse punch) _3 steps forward & 3 steps
backward. (or with mawate-turn) Uchi uke / gyaku zuki (Inside
block/reverse punch) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or
with mawate-turn) mae geri keage Jodan (Front snap kick_upper
level) _3 steps forward and 3 steps after mawate-turn. Shuto uke
/nukite(Knife hand block/spear hand thrust) _3 steps forward &
3 steps backward(or with mawate-turn) in Kokutsu dachi (back
stance) and shift to zenkutsu dachi nukite
FITNESS Remember"Karate is a defensive art from beginning to
end"15 pushups 12 side sit-ups 25 stomach sit-ups
KATA Heian Nidan & all previous katas
\KUMITESanbon kumite - 3 step sparring (fighting)
1. Attacker - upper level lunge punch 3x / jodan oi zuki 3x 1.
Defender - rising block 3x / jodan age uke 3x (on the last attack
counter with reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
2. Attacker - middle level lunge punch 3x / chudan oi zuki 2.
Defender - shoto uke 3x / outside forearm block 3x (on the last
attack counter with reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
Seventh Kyu (Yellow+orange stripe belt)
The following are the basic 7th kyu examination requirements of
our dojo.
Minimum classes required to attend for grading eligibility:
30-40 classes (depending on the age and progress of the
student)BASICS (KIHON) (all in zenkutsu dachi) Step forward Gedan
barai, oi zuki / gyaku zuki(Lunge punch/ reverse punch) _3 steps
forward & 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) age uke /
gyaku zuki(Rising block/reverse punch) _3 steps forward & 3
steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) Shoto uke/ gyaku zuki
(Outside block /reverse punch) _3 steps forward & 3 steps
backward. (or with mawate-turn) Uchi uke / gyaku zuki (Inside
block/reverse punch) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or
with mawate-turn) mae geri keage Jodan (Front snap kick_upper
level) _3 steps forward and 3 steps after mawate-turn. Shuto uke
/nukite(Knife hand block/spear hand thrust) _3 steps forward &
3 steps backward(or with mawate-turn) in Kokutsu dachi (back
stance) and shift to zenkutsu dachi nukite Step forward Hidari Kiba
dachi yoko geri keage (Side snap kick) _3 steps forward & 3
steps backward in kiba dachi yoko geri kekomi (Side thrust kick) _3
steps forward & 3 steps backward in kiba dachi Shuto uke
/nukite(Knife hand block/spear hand thrust) _3 steps forward &
3 steps backward(or with mawate-turn) in Kokutsu dachi (back
stance) and shift to zenkutsu dachi nukite
FITNESS Remember"The teaching of one virtuous person can
influence many; that which has been learned well by one generation
can be passed on to a hundred."-15 pushups 12 side sit-ups 25
stomach sit-ups
KATA Heian Sandan & all previous katas
KUMITESanbon kumite - 3 step sparring (fighting)
1. Attacker - upper level lunge punch 3x / jodan oi zuki 3x 1.
Defender - rising block 3x / jodan age uke 3x (on the last attack
counter with reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
2. Attacker - middle level lunge punch 3x / chudan oi zuki 2.
Defender - shoto uke 3x / outside forearm block 3x (on the last
attack counter with reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
Sixth Kyu (orange belt)
The following are the basic 6th kyu examination requirements of
our dojo.
Minimum classes required to attend for grading eligibility:
30-40 classes (depending on the age and progress of the
student)BASICS (KIHON) (all in zenkutsu dachi) Step forward Gedan
barai, Sanbon zuki (upper punch and double punch) _3 steps forward
& 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) age uke / gyaku
zuki/Gedan barai(Rising block/reverse punch/lower block) _3 steps
forward & 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) Shoto uke/
gyaku zuki /Gedan barai (Outside block /reverse punch/lower block)
_3 steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) Uchi
uke / gyaku zuki /Gedan barai (Inside block/reverse punch/lower
block) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or with
mawate-turn) Shuto uke /nukite(Knife hand block/spear hand thrust)
_3 steps forward & 3 steps backward(or with mawate-turn) in
Kokutsu dachi (back stance) and shift to zenkutsu dachi nukite mae
geri keage Jodan (Front snap kick_upper level) _3 steps forward and
3 steps after mawate-turn. Mawashi geri jodan (round house
kick_upper level) _3 steps forward and 3 steps after mawate-turn.
Step forward Hidari Kiba dachi yoko geri keage (Side snap kick) _3
steps forward & 3 steps backward in kiba dachi yoko geri kekomi
(Side thrust kick) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward in kiba
dachi
RememberYou win Fights by knowing the enemy's timing, and using
a timing which the enemy does not expect. FITNESS 15 pushups 12
side sit-ups 25 stomach sit-upsKATA Heian Yondan & all previous
katas
KUMITESanbon kumite - 3 step sparring (fighting)
1. Attacker - upper level lunge punch 3x / jodan oi zuki 3x 1.
Defender - rising block 3x / jodan age uke 3x (on the last attack
counter with reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
2. Attacker - middle level lunge punch 3x / chudan oi zuki 2.
Defender - shoto uke 3x / outside forearm block 3x (on the last
attack counter with reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
Fifth Kyu (green belt)
The following are the basic 5th kyu examination requirements of
our dojo.
Minimum classes required to attend for grading eligibility:
30-40 classes (depending on the age and progress of the
student)BASICS (KIHON) (all in zenkutsu dachi) Step forward Gedan
barai, Sanbon zuki (upper punch and double punch) _3 steps forward
& 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) age uke / gyaku
zuki/Gedan barai(Rising block/reverse punch/lower block) _3 steps
forward & 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) Shoto uke/
empi uchi/uraken uchi(Outside block /elbow thrust/fist snap) _3
steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn)_shift
to kiba dachi Uchi uke / gyaku zuki /Gedan barai(Inside
block/reverse punch/lower block) _3 steps forward & 3 steps
backward. (or with mawate-turn) Shuto uke /nukite(Knife hand
block/spear hand thrust) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward(or
with mawate-turn) in Kokutsu dachi (back stance) and shift to
zenkutsu dachi nukite mae geri keage Jodan (Front snap kick_upper
level) _3 steps forward and 3 steps after mawate-turn. Mawashi geri
jodan (round house kick_upper level) _3 steps forward and 3 steps
after mawate-turn. Step forward Hidari Kiba dachi yoko geri keage
(Side snap kick) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward in kiba
dachi yoko geri kekomi (Side thrust kick) _3 steps forward & 3
steps backward in kiba dachi
Remember"The ultimate aim of Karate lies not in victory or
defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its
participants."FITNESS 20 pushups 12 side sit-ups 35 stomach
sit-upsKATA Heian Godan & all previous katas
KUMITEIppon kumite - one step sparring (fighting)
1. Attacker - upper level lunge punch / jodan oi zuki 1.
Defender - rising block / jodan age uke (on the attack counter with
reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
2. Attacker - middle level lunge punch / chudan oi zuki 2.
Defender - shoto uke / outside forearm block (on the attack counter
with reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
3. Attacker - middle level mae geri chudan3. Defender Gedan
barai / lower block (on the attack counter with reverse punch /
gyaku zuki)
Fourth Kyu (Blue belt)
The following are the basic 4th kyu examination requirements of
our dojo.
Minimum classes required to attend for grading eligibility:
48-60 classes (depending on the age and progress of the
student)BASICS (KIHON) (all in zenkutsu dachi) Step forward Gedan
barai, Sanbon zuki (upper punch and double punch) _3 steps forward
& 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) age uke / gyaku
zuki/Gedan barai(Rising block/reverse punch/lower block) _3 steps
forward & 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) Shoto uke/
empi uchi/uraken uchi/ gyaku zuki/Gedan barai (Outside block /elbow
thrust/fist snap/reverse punch/lower block) _3 steps forward &
3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn)_shift to kiba dachi and
back to Zenkutsu dachi Uchi uke /kizam zuki/ gyaku zuki /Gedan
barai(Inside block/upper punch with same hand/reverse punch/lower
block) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or with
mawate-turn) Shuto uke /nukite(Knife hand block/spear hand thrust)
_3 steps forward & 3 steps backward(or with mawate-turn) in
Kokutsu dachi (back stance) and shift to zenkutsu dachi nukite mae
geri keage Jodan (Front snap kick_upper level) _3 steps forward and
3 steps after mawate-turn. Mawashi geri jodan (round house
kick_upper level) _3 steps forward and 3 steps after mawate-turn.
Ushiro geri chudan(back thrust kick) _3 steps forward and 3 steps
after mawate-turn. Step forward Hidari Kiba dachi yoko geri keage
(Side snap kick) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward in kiba
dachi yoko geri kekomi (Side thrust kick) _3 steps forward & 3
steps backward in kiba dachi
Remember"Karate practice is for the whole life; while one
breaths, one practices."FITNESS 20 pushups 12 side sit-ups 35
stomach sit-upsKATA Tekki shodan & all previous katas
KUMITEIppon kumite - one step sparring (fighting)
1. Attacker - upper level lunge punch / jodan oi zuki 1.
Defender - rising block / jodan age uke (on the attack counter with
reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
2. Attacker - middle level lunge punch / chudan oi zuki 2.
Defender - shoto uke / outside forearm block (on the attack counter
with reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
3. Attacker - middle level mae geri chudan3. Defender Gedan
barai / lower block (on the attack counter with reverse punch /
gyaku zuki)
4. Attacker - middle level yoko geri kekomi chudan4. Defender
shoto uke / outside forearm block (on the attack counter with
reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
5. Attacker - upper level mawashi geri jodan5. Defender rising
block / jodan age uke or uchi uke (on the attack counter with
reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
Third Kyu (Blue + brown stripe belt)
The following are the basic 3rd kyu examination requirements of
our dojo.
Minimum classes required to attend for grading eligibility:
48-60 classes (depending on the age and progress of the
student)BASICS (KIHON) (all in zenkutsu dachi and then shift to
free style stance_juko mae) Step forward Gedan barai, shift to juko
mae (after every completed step shift to juko mae) Kizami zuki and
step forward, Sanbon zuki (upper punch with front hand and step
forward and triple punch) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward.
(or with mawate-turn) Step back age uke move forward mae geri
chudan and move forward oi zuki(step back upper block move forward
snap kick and move forward middle punch) _3 steps forward & 3
steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) Shoto uke/ empi uchi/yoko
geri/uraken uchi/ gyaku zuki/Gedan barai (Outside block /elbow
thrust/side thrust kick/fist snap/reverse punch/lower block) _3
steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn)_shift
to kiba dachi and back to Zenkutsu dachi Uchi uke /kizami mae
geri/kizam zuki/ gyaku zuki /Gedan barai(Inside block/front leg
snap kick/upper punch with same hand/reverse punch/lower block) _3
steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) Shuto
uke /nukite(Knife hand block/spear hand thrust) _3 steps forward
& 3 steps backward(or with mawate-turn) in Kokutsu dachi (back
stance) and shift to zenkutsu dachi nukite mae ren geri (Front leg
snap kick_middle level step forward snap kick upper level) _3 steps
forward and 3 steps after mawate-turn. Mae geri jodan, yoke geri
chudan, mawashi geri jodan, ushiro geri chudan gyaku zuki mawate
and repeat. Step forward Hidari Kiba dachi yoko geri keage (Side
snap kick) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward in kiba dachi
yoko geri kekomi (Side thrust kick) _3 steps forward & 3 steps
backward in kiba dachi on the spot mea geri, yoko geri, ushiro geri
(5 counts left + 5 counts right) any combination announced on the
spot
Remember"From white belt to black belt you shape the tool, at
black belt you start to learn how to use it."FITNESS 25 pushups 16
side sit-ups 45 stomach sit-ups
KATA Bassai dai, Tekki shodan & all previous katas
KUMITEIppon kumite - one step sparring (fighting)
1. Attacker - upper level lunge punch / jodan oi zuki 1.
Defender - rising block / jodan age uke (on the attack counter with
reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
2. Attacker - middle level lunge punch / chudan oi zuki 2.
Defender - shoto uke / outside forearm block (on the attack counter
with reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
3. Attacker - middle level mae geri chudan3. Defender Gedan
barai / lower block (on the attack counter with reverse punch /
gyaku zuki)
4. Attacker - middle level yoko geri kekomi chudan4. Defender
shoto uke / outside forearm block (on the attack counter with
reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
5. Attacker - upper level mawashi geri jodan5. Defender rising
block / jodan age uke or uchi uke (on the attack counter with
reverse punch / gyaku zuki)
6. Attacker - middle level ushiro geri chudan6. Defender inward
gidan barai or shoto uke(on the attack counter with reverse punch /
gyaku zuki)
Second Kyu (Brown belt)
The following are the basic 2nd kyu examination requirements of
our dojo.
Minimum classes required to attend for grading eligibility:
72-96 classes (depending on the age and progress of the
student)BASICS (KIHON) (all in zenkutsu dachi and then shift to
free style stance_juko mae) Step forward Gedan barai, shift to juko
mae (after every completed step shift to juko mae) Kizami zuki and
step forward, Sanbon zuki (upper punch with front hand and step
forward and triple punch) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward.
(or with mawate-turn) Step back age uke move forward mae geri
chudan and move forward oi zuki(step back upper block move forward
snap kick and move forward middle punch) _3 steps forward & 3
steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) Shoto uke/ empi uchi/yoko
geri/uraken uchi/ gyaku zuki/Gedan barai (Outside block /elbow
thrust/side thrust kick/fist snap/reverse punch/lower block) _3
steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn)_shift
to kiba dachi and back to Zenkutsu dachi Uchi uke /kizami mae
geri/kizam zuki/ gyaku zuki /Gedan barai(Inside block/front leg
snap kick/upper punch with same hand/reverse punch/lower block) _3
steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) Shuto
uke /nukite(Knife hand block/spear hand thrust) _3 steps forward
& 3 steps backward(or with mawate-turn) in Kokutsu dachi (back
stance) and shift to zenkutsu dachi nukite mae ren geri (Front leg
snap kick_middle level step forward snap kick upper level) _3 steps
forward and 3 steps after mawate-turn. Mae geri jodan, yoke geri
chudan, mawashi geri jodan, ushiro geri chudan gyaku zuki mawate
and repeat. Step forward Hidari Kiba dachi yoko geri keage (Side
snap kick) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward in kiba dachi
yoko geri kekomi (Side thrust kick) _3 steps forward & 3 steps
backward in kiba dachi on the spot mea geri, yoko geri, ushiro geri
(5 counts left + 5 counts right) any combination announced on the
spot
Remember When you look at life think in terms of karate. But
remember that karate is not only karate -- it is lifeFITNESS 25
pushups 16 side sit-ups 45 stomach sit-ups
KATA Bassai dai, Tekki shodan & all previous katas
KUMITE
Ippon kumite - one step sparring (fighting) In free stance
1. Attacker - upper level lunge punch / jodan oi zuki 1.
Defender any block and counter with punch1. Defender any block and
counter with kick
2. Attacker - middle level lunge punch / chudan oi zuki 2.
Defender any block and counter with punch2. Defender any block and
counter with kick
3. Attacker - middle level mae geri chudan3. Defender any block
and counter with punch3. Defender any block and counter with
kick
4. Attacker - middle level yoko geri kekomi chudan3. Defender
any block and counter with punch3. Defender any block and counter
with kick
5. Attacker - upper level mawashi geri jodan5. Defender any
block and counter with punch5. Defender any block and counter with
kick
6. Attacker - middle level ushiro geri chudan6. Defender any
block and counter with punch6. Defender any block and counter with
kick
First Kyu (Brown + black stripe belt)
The following are the basic 1st kyu examination requirements of
our dojo.
Minimum classes required to attend for grading eligibility:
150-200 classes (depending on the age and progress of the
student)
BASICS (KIHON) (all in zenkutsu dachi and then shift to free
style stance_juko mae) Step forward Gedan barai, shift to juko mae
(after every completed step shift to juko mae) Kizami zuki and step
forward, Sanbon zuki (upper punch with front hand and step forward
and triple punch) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or with
mawate-turn) Step back age uke move forward mae geri chudan and
move forward oi zuki(step back upper block move forward snap kick
and move forward middle punch) _3 steps forward & 3 steps
backward. (or with mawate-turn) Shoto uke/ empi uchi/yoko
geri/uraken uchi/ gyaku zuki/Gedan barai (Outside block /elbow
thrust/side thrust kick/fist snap/reverse punch/lower block) _3
steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn)_shift
to kiba dachi and back to Zenkutsu dachi Uchi uke /kizami mae
geri/kizam zuki/ gyaku zuki /Gedan barai(Inside block/front leg
snap kick/upper punch with same hand/reverse punch/lower block) _3
steps forward & 3 steps backward. (or with mawate-turn) Shuto
uke /nukite(Knife hand block/spear hand thrust) _3 steps forward
& 3 steps backward(or with mawate-turn) in Kokutsu dachi (back
stance) and shift to zenkutsu dachi nukite mae ren geri (Front leg
snap kick_middle level step forward snap kick upper level) _3 steps
forward and 3 steps after mawate-turn. Mae geri jodan, yoke geri
chudan, mawashi geri jodan, ushiro geri chudan gyaku zuki mawate
and repeat. Step forward Hidari Kiba dachi yoko geri keage (Side
snap kick) _3 steps forward & 3 steps backward in kiba dachi
yoko geri kekomi (Side thrust kick) _3 steps forward & 3 steps
backward in kiba dachi on the spot mea geri, yoko geri, ushiro geri
(5 counts left + 5 counts right) any combination announced on the
spot
Remember"Senseis open the door, but you must enter
yourself."FITNESS 30 pushups 20 side sit-ups 60 stomach sit-upsKATA
Tekki shodan compulsory Students Choice(any one) bassaid-dai, join,
kanku dai or empi All the heian katasKUMITE (2- 3 rounds of free
fighting separately)
Ippon kumite - one step sparring (fighting) In free stance
1. Attacker - upper level lunge punch / jodan oi zuki 1.
Defender any block and counter with punch1. Defender any block and
counter with kick
2. Attacker - middle level lunge punch / chudan oi zuki 2.
Defender any block and counter with punch2. Defender any block and
counter with kick
3. Attacker - middle level mae geri chudan3. Defender any block
and counter with punch3. Defender any block and counter with
kick
4. Attacker - middle level yoko geri kekomi chudan3. Defender
any block and counter with punch3. Defender any block and counter
with kick
5. Attacker - upper level mawashi geri jodan5. Defender any
block and counter with punch5. Defender any block and counter with
kick
6. Attacker - middle level ushiro geri chudan6. Defender any
block and counter with punch6. Defender any block and counter with
kick
First Dan (Black belt)
The following are the basic 1st kyu examination requirements of
our dojo.
Minimum classes required to attend for grading eligibility:
minimum 300 classes (depending on the age and progress of the
student)
RememberIt is far better to do a few katas very well,than a
great many katas very badly.Train with patience.BASICS (KIHON)
**Same as 1st KYU**FITNESS 50 pushups 20 side sit-ups 100 stomach
sit-upsKATA Students choice (any one) hangetsu, Tekki nidan, Kanku
sho, Bassai sho or Jitte Examiner choice (any one) bassaid-dai,
join, kanku dai or empi All the previous katas with
applicationKUMITE**Same as 1st KYU**
Second Dan (Black belt)
The following are the basic 1st kyu examination requirements of
our dojo.
Minimum classes required to attend for grading eligibility:
minimum 432 classes (depending on the age and progress of the
student)
BASICS (KIHON) **Same as 1st KYU**
Remember"You'll know you're really good when you don't have to
show it!"FITNESS 50 pushups 20 side sit-ups 100 stomach sit-upsKATA
Students choice (any one) gankaku, sochin, Tekki sandan or chinte
Examiner choice (any one) hangetsu, Tekki nidan, Kanku sho, Bassai
All the previous katas with application
KUMITE**Same as 1st KYU**
TEKKI KARATE CENTRE At Tekki Karate centre, we provide a lot
more than other karate schools. Apart from imparting the knowledge
of karate we ensure that our students have an overall development
by character building and more prepared in all aspects of martial
arts.Here are a few activities that kick off under the TEKKI KARATE
CENTRE EXCLUSIVE!!!! Special activities conducted at class: Team
activities for Kata, basics, Kicks and fitness Team activities such
as skits and drama based on the application of karate taught at
class Team activities based on innovation and application of
various Karate moves and techniques. Individual activities to
present techniques taught at class Individual skills presentation
Best practice dissemination Group fitness test. Team and individual
demonstration
(Certificates will be provided for winning teams and individual
student for winning in the activities which are predefined and
announced as official activity)
Other activities Outdoor activities at park and beaches. Other
martial arts special training(kick boxing, Kang-fu etc) TV shows
based on martial arts. Personality development training based on
martial arts and focus on developing the weakness attributes of the
student. Special classes conducted by other instructors from
various styles and karate academies Special role play classes for
senior students to develop teaching skills. Self defense training
Special fighting techniques Quiz based on karate and its history
Written test and on the spot application test based on various
karate syllabus. Homework activities Monthly weight monitoring
Student report upon parent request to keep track on the student
progress Computerized student database to ensure that day to day
activities and progress of the student is monitored and necessary
measures can be undertaken Competitions Birthday wishes SMS system
Demonstration day known as Tekki day, where all parents are invited
on a single day to witness a set of activities and karate
techniques displayed by all the students at the class. Class picnic
will be conducted once a year. Shop for karate items, any karate
items (such as karate gloves, kicking pads, Tekki branded T-shirts,
Karate Gi, club patch etc) required can be ordered with the Tekki
karate centre instructor and we will try to provide you the same at
low rates. Gifts, prizes and certificates will be provided for
various activities and other special awards.
Special Awards @ Tekki Karate Centre Best student of the week
badge (age category wise) Best student of the month Certificate
(including attendance, discipline late coming etc) Special
individual event best student awards(certificate) Attendance award
quarterly (certificate)** (Certificates, Tekki Branded gifts will
be given to the students for the above awards)
Attendance If the student is going on holidays, kindly inform
the instructor. If a student is absent for 3 consecutive classes,
the parent will be called to know enquire about the reason for
being absent
Karate classes will be open on public holidays, unless informed
in advance by the instructor. Any latest news and updates will be
informed to all parents in written notice or by SMS/call The fee
structure will remain the same If Karate Gi is required, an amount
of 6 Rial Omani (or whatever the market rate) should be paid and
ordered from the instructor. If extra karate club Patch is
required, an amount of 1.5 Rial Omani should be paid and ordered
from the instructor. The Admission fee for new student will be 3
Rial Omani + the monthly fee. Last but not the least, we train Pure
Japanese Shotokan style of karate
Recommendation
Unlike classroom at school where lesser the students more
attention from the teacher, at karate class it is the opposite.More
the students (within the capacity of the hall) the better the
learning and training for the karate student.More students
enrollment helps in the growth of the karate centre and the growth
of the student. Student gets the advantage of training against
various types of opponents and better exposure to more self
defense. Thus it is important that more student are introduced into
this world of martial arts, friends, neighbors, school mates,
children of colleagues etc are always a very good source of
recommendation.I am glad to inform that 80% of the students at
Tekki Karate Centre are enrolled by the recommendation of the
existing students.We wish to thank you by providing a special
incentive for your valuable recommendation.
For every student introduced by you to Tekki Karate centre:
You get that particular month fee off Or You get a Tekki branded
Gift
Contact CARDKindly pass on my contact card to anyone interested
in learning martial arts @ TEKKI KARATE CENTRE.
Thank you for all your support and Cooperation!!!!!!!!
Contact Sensei [email protected]
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