Our philosophy is best reflected in the Dojo Kun, or "dojo saying", which is repeated at the end of each class and Ni Ju Kun. It reminds students that karate-do is not just about training the body, but also about perfecting character and attitude. It also reminds students that the physical and mental strength learned through karate must be accompanied by a moral code of respect and restraint.
Dojo Kun: Seek perfection of character Be faithful Endeavor Respect others Refrain from violent behavior
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Woodbine Shotokan Karate Club
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ADULT • CHILDREN • SELF DEFENCE • KICKBOXING
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and self-defense.
With millions of karate students around the
world, Shotokan Karate is the most popular style
of traditional karate today.
Our program is designed to advance each
student using a “step-by-step” approach toward
his or her development in Shotokan Karate.
Training primarily consists of:
• Kihon
- basic blocks, punches, kicks and stances
• Kata
- prearranged forms simulating combat
situations
• Kumite
- sparring (controlled and free-form)
.Shotokan Karate
is a traditional Japanese martial art dating
back to the early 1900’s. It was founded by
Gichin Funakoshi and was the first style of
karate-do introduced to mainland Japan.
Master Funakoshi refined and
standardized the techniques of this art,
which is built on the perfection of
comparatively few techniques, rather than
a limited knowledge of many. He deeply
believed that Shotokan Karate was a
means of developing a strong character
"The aim of Karate lies not in victory, nor defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its participants."
Master Gichin Funakoshi.
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