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闘魂 道場 空手道 松涛館 流

 空手に先手なし

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KARATE CLASSES

At FSC we teach the Shotokan style of karate. Our students learn the 3 technical elements- kihon (basics), kata (forms) and kumite (sparring) balanced with the lessons of respect and character development that are the foundation of Shotokan philosophy.

                   KIHON - Basics                          KUMITE - Sparring                                 Kata - Form

Students can join our program, JUNIOR's 8yrs / 12yrs old, TEENS 13yrs/17yrs old and SENIOR'S 18+. Classes are designed to effectively teach and meet the needs of each student according to age and skill level.

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The JUNIOR'S & TEEN'S Karate Classes

​Shotokan

is a style of traditional Japanese Karate, a system of self-defense and personal development. During this process of learning and practicing techniques, strengthen your body and learn techniques effective in close fighting. Enjoy improved posture, increased self-confidence and gain training to avoid or minimize unavoidable violence.

                                                                                                        

Grow Confidence

As your child achieves their goals, whether it be mastering a new move or gaining the next belt, you will see their confidence and self-esteem soar.

Focus & Discipline

Karate requires children to be focussed on their instructor and teaches them to listen and carry out instructions. 
At the same time the children are also learning to follow the rules of the dojo as well as being respectful. 
All these skills are transferrable to outside of the dojo and benefit the children in their everyday life.

Build Strength & Coordination

Karate is a very physical activity and children will benefit from the exercise and increased awareness of their own bodies and how they function. 
Their control and coordination will improve, as will their fitness.

 

Reward & Recognition

Your child will learn how to set and achieve goals as they work toward each new belt. 
They will experience first-hand how commitment and effort is rewarded with results.

 

Socialisation

Increase your child’s circle of friends outside of the school environment.  Karate encourages them to interact with a range of children of different ages and also varying abilities.
Children will benefit from learning to work as teams and in pairs, learning how to communicate effectively and help each other on the way.

 

Safe Environment

Children are able to learn how to defend themselves but also how to avoid confrontation in the first place. 
All of this is done in a controlled manner by our experienced and DBS-checked Sensei.

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The SENIOR'S Karate Classes

 

          emphasize a positive atmosphere in which to gain all the benefits of martial arts including Reduce Stress, Build Confidence, Set Goals and get in Great Shape.

​The natural style of Japanese Karate we practice is great for teens & adults of all ages because it's based on natural stances and natural breathing.

​​We emphasize relaxed motions and lower kicks that are not only more practical for self-defense, but also great as you mature. The movements of karate develop coordination and increases strength and flexibility. 

The awarding of the higher levels of karate belts gives you a sense of achievement and accomplishment.

Karate is a self-paced activity whereby you work with your fellow students and the FSC instructors in a supportive environenment. Some of the best friends you'll ever meet might be from your Adult Karate Classes.

 

The foundation of karate is its self-defense value. We are very careful to teach adults and children that karate is not to be used outside the karate class in any manner other than in true self-defense.

The result is a self-confident individual, who does not need to bully or show-off to others.

All our students learn the importance of Black Belt Excellence, a metaphor for developing strong character.an see the improvements for yourself.

It's a myth that you have to be flexible and tough to start karate.  No matter what your shape, size or physical ability, with our coaching and support, and your effort, you can get to Black Belt and beyond.

Release Stress

What could be better after a tough day that the opportunity to hit and kick some pads?
 

Gain Confidence

As you improve your fitness, master each new move, or gain your next belt you will benefit from an increase in self-esteem and confidence.  This will transfer to your life outside of the dojo.


Build Fitness

Karate suits all physical abilities - from those who can do the splits to those who can't touch their toes.  Karate will improve your cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength and flexibility - it doesn’t matter what your starting point is, the important thing is just getting started so that you can see the improvements for yourself.

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Dojo etiquette


 

Master Gichin Funakoshi, the founder of Shotokan Karate, said, “Karate begins and ends with courtesy,” and this level of etiquette helps form the foundation of Shotokan Karate. Etiquette enables karateka to train with discipline and respect – respect for the dojo, the sensei and sempai, and for other karateka. A karateka who understands the principles of etiquette and practices the same will be a credit not only to themselves but also to his/her instructor and fellow karateka.

Good etiquette makes for good karate.

 

It should play an important part in karate training. It is pure common courtesy and should not be interpreted or considered an act of subservience. Mutual respect is important in karate and applying the principles of etiquette inside and outside the dojo helps engender mutual respect.

 

In a dojo, etiquette allows for a high-trust environment for karateka that supports growth outside one’s comfort zone. Students are encouraged to try new things in the dojo because they know that their dojo brothers and sisters will be supportive of them and keep them safe. Asking if the behaviour you are about to exhibit shows respect to fellow students, the instructor, and the dojo your answer will automatically guide you to the correct dojo behaviour and etiquette.

Studying karate is much more than learning to perfect a variety of techniques. It requires an understanding of the cultural and historical background which has given rise to the conventional code of conduct. The importance of culture, tradition, and philosophy in karate are readily expressed by the conventional code of conduct and etiquette which emanated from the ancient traditions of Okinawa and Japan. An understanding of that history must inform karateka training.

Within the framework of overall Shotokan Karate etiquette, each dojo is different. Karateka must conform to the etiquette examples set by their sensei and the rules/dojo kun of their dojo. For example, at FSC the sensei welcomes questions and dialogue from her students, of which I take full advantage. If I was to train with another sensei, I would need to follow the rules of that dojo, which may not welcome questions and dialogue. It is best to error on the side of being overly courteous when training at another dojo without standing out, as that in itself can be interpreted as rudeness.

 

Though etiquette varies from dojo to dojo, there are certain etiquette principles that can be found in many Shotokan Karate dojos. These include:

  • Arrive to class 10-15 minutes early

  • Prepare to train through good hygiene (fingernails and toenails clean and trimmed, etc.) and a clean gi

  • Prepare the dojo for training, including cleaning the training area

  • Bow entering and leaving the training area

  • Line-up swiftly and quietly

  • The moment class begins focus on karate and not areas of life outside the dojo

  • Practice hard and be spirited

  • Do not be disruptive or disrespectful to instructors and senior karateka, but also do not hesitate to ask senior students and instructors for help before or after class.

  • Thank the sensei, sempai, and senior karateka at the end of class

 

Etiquette is like other aspects in martial arts. By exercising discipline, patience, and perseverance, a karateka can continue to improve as a martial artist, with the added benefit of taking the etiquette principles and examples from the dojo and applying them to aspects of a karateka’s life outside the dojo. A good principle is to have behaviour, both inside and outside the karate dojo, be guided by respect to others.

 

As Master Gichin Funakoshi also said, “Do not think that karate training occurs only in the dojo.”

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