OUR CORE BELIEFSSenior instructors at the JKA developed the Dojo Kun, which everyone studying at the JKA commits to memory. With each practice session at the dojo, students kneel in the seiza position and recite these five precepts aloud. This process reminds students of the right attitude, frame of mind, and virtues to strive for both within the dojo and outside.
一、人格完成に努むること
Jinkaku kansei ni tsutomuru koto Seek perfection of character 一、誠の道を守ること Makoto no michi o mamoru koto Be sincere / faithful 一、努力の精神を養うこと Doryoku no seishin o yashinau koto Endeavor -Put maximum effort into everything you do 一、礼儀を重んずること Reigi o omonzuru koto Respect others 一、血気の勇を戒むること Kekki no yuu o imashimuru koto Develop self-control |
TRAINING PHILOSOPHYAt the JKA, we place great emphasis on the proper form and balance of each kihon, or basic technique. Through extensive training, our instructors have rigorously and scientifically analyzed and separated out each movement in each kata, and developed an unrivalled spectrum of kihon techniques. Using these special kihon, we have refined the kata to be more applicable in kumite. And in turn, the experience accumulated through kumite gives feedback to further perfect one’s kihon and kata.
In this way, kihon, kata, and kumite form the inseparable trinity of JKA karate. Through constant repetition of such techniques, your body learns to move effortlessly, naturally. And your mind learns to be effortless and natural, too. JKA karate is the way of balance. 
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Japan Karate Association World FederationOur dojo - JKA of New York - serves as the Honbu (Headquarters) Dojo of JKA SKDI - Shotokan Karate-do International. SKDI is one of the three officially recognized regional organizations sanctioned by JKA / WF Tokyo Honbu (Headquarters) to which many local dojos are affiliated for membership, exams, tournaments, camps, and more. |
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