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!!
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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.
This section provides useful templates and examples for those working towards an Instructor or Assistant Instructor qualification.
Templates:
There is very little equipment required for the practice of karate: so long as you have your body and some space to move then you can practice something. There are of course some items that are required in terms of being part of the club or for safety purposes, and other items that you may wish to own. We can recommend suppliers, but can usually source items more cheaply for you (the only items we will not supply are practice weapons, which we can give you the correct suppliers for).
There are no universal standards within martial arts and this has led to wide ranging debate around validity of belts and grades within groups.
Within the Bushido Hombu dojo we have taken an approach that some would say goes against tradition, however in reality it is closer to how progression would have historically been viewed before the belt system was adopted (which is only just over 100 years ago).
“In Okinawa belt only for holding up trousers” – Mr Miyagi (the original Karate Kid movie)
We see each member as progressing on their own path of karate, with the belt purely signifying the stage at which they are at. We do not therefore try to artificially tie a belt colour to a standard, instead we base it upon experience and effort. Through perseverance and completing the number of hours official training, each grade is achieved. If it is considered that appropriate effort has not been displayed within the dojo, the number of hours required to complete the next belt is increased to take account of this.
Taking this approach means that our grades are relevant within our dojo and create a hierarchy to help all members progress, with a clear view of who to approach for assistance and advice. This then aligns with our training plan (syllabus) to build martial artists who commit to the art and progress at their own pace.
Red Belt
We have been running martial arts clubs in Hertfordshire since the mid 1990’s.
Our instructors have varied experience with some stretching back to the 1970’s.
The association is keen to support other instructors with a genuine love of martial arts. Memberships are therefore available for clubs, instructors and individuals.
We train, teach and lead with honesty and integrity.
We do not refuse alliance with any group or individual due to politics. If we feel we can call someone a friend, then we welcome you to share our martial arts journey.