KIDSMART PLEDGE

I can do something about being bullied.

I do not have to be a victim.

I do not have to fight.

I can use my brain instead of my brawn.

My mind is a better weapon than my fist or feet.

THE STUDENT PLEDGE

• I will develop myself in a positive manner and avoid anything that could reduce my mental growth and physical health.
• I will develop self-discipline in order to bring out the best in myself and others.
• I will use common sense before self-defense and never be abusive or offensive.
• WE ARE MOTIVATED! WE ARE DEDICATED!
• WE ARE ON A QUEST TO BE OUR BEST!

The following set of principles hangs in Hanshi Shugoro Nakazato’s dojo in Okinawa:

MORALITY OF KARATE

• The ideal of karate is to “cultivate noble character and conduct and the virtues of modesty and courtesy.” 
• “No forestalling in karate.”  Karate is a military art for self-defense to protect and preserve life, and never to attack others on your own initiative. 
• “Perseverance is the root of all conduct.”  True patience lies in bearing the unbearable.
• Put back your hands when you are full of fight and retract your fight when your hands itch to deal a blow.
• “Softness is unity.”  “Strength is unity”.  The ultimate object of human beings should be coexistence and co-prosperity in “peace.”
• Avoid fights and quarrels even when dared.

CODE OF CONDUCT

•  I will begin each day with a positive attitude
•  I will smile and have a friendly greeting for everyone, every day.
•  I will strive to always be honest.
•  I will use good manners and be respectful to others.
•  I will be compassionate towards others.
•  I will value cooperation more than competition against others.
•  I will take responsibility for my actions and not make excuses.
•  I will show respect for my own and others property.
•  I will always be on time and be prepared.
•  I will work towards my dreams and encourage others to follow their dreams.

THE DOJO KUN

The Dojo Kun was originally written by Satsunuku “Tode” Sakagawa.  It is a set of principles to guide the karate student in his daily conduct.

• STRIVE FOR A GOOD MORAL CHARACTER
• KEEP AN HONEST AND SINCERE WAY
• CULTIVATE PERSEVERANCE OR WILL FOR STRIVING
• DEVELOP A RESPECTFUL ATTITUDE
• RESTRAIN AGGRESSION THROUGH SPIRITUAL ATTAINMENT