Useful documents
To enable the club to run as efficiently as possible we make all of the documents that you might need nice and easy to find, so all you need to do is select the document you need, download it then print it out… simples!!
Please click on any of the below to find what you need.
Bushido terms & conditions of membership
The contract to which all members agree to abide by attending the dojo or holding a grade.
Dojo Etiquette, rules & requirements
The rules on how to behave while in attendance at the dojo, or other venues representing Bushido.
Code of conduct for spectators
The rules around spectating sessions or events.
Disciplinary Policy
Currently being drafted
Child protection policy
Our safeguarding procedures and commitments.
health and safety policy
Our assessments and actions to keep all members safe.
Hombu activity risk assessment
Our assessment of the activities we take part in, along with efforts we take to mitigate any risks.
Hombu Venue risk assessment
Our assessment of the location we train, along with efforts we take to mitigate any risks.
Statement of equality
Our commitment to ensure martial arts are available to all.
Organisational constitution
Formal statement of our association/club.
data protection policy
Currently being redrafted
Resources and Information
An important part of the study of karate is access to the right information. The below links will provide you with everything that you need up to Brown Belt.
Our syllabus/training guide
Full list of what you need to know at each level.
Review frequently so that your personal practice time is focused on what you will be demonstrating for your next belt promotion
Equipment
Not know what you need or where to get it?
We have collated a list of key items, with simple links to known suppliers so that you can be sure you are buying the right items.
Our YouTube channel
Memory can fail us, and sometimes you cannot make it to the dojo… our youTube channel contains helpful videos (both in-house and external) to help with your learning
Recommended reading list
Knowledge is power!!
Please see our list of recommended books to help you understand the history and technical aspect of the martial arts.
Terminology
We mainly use English in our sessions, but it is important to build your Japanese vocabulary for when you are researching or attending external courses. We have compiled the key terms for you.
Dojo Kun
The CODE OF THE DOJO.
Most clubs quote this, but we go one step further in trying to ensure you understand each of these 5 concepts/rules in a practical and useful way.
20 Precepts / Ni-ju Kun
Gichin Funakoshi O’Sensei was a scholar and a poet, he therefore felt the Dojo Kun should be supplemented with 20 statements to help martial artists to stay on the right path for their development.
How to tie your belt
All should be able to tie their own belt.
Many videos show incorrect methods, so we can point you to the right way with this video
Articles/blog
When we find spare time we try to capture our thoughts and learnings to share with you all. Please take a look at our posts and feel free to raise questions and discussion with your instructor.