The 5 tenets
At the core of this project is personal development. This is much more than just learning to kick, block, strike and get fitter and stronger - although those are great outcomes! The character and personal development, based around the tenets, is what makes this project so successful. The 5 tenets are listed below.
Tenet #1
Courtesy
The first tenet is to show courtesy - we model this and the children learn the importance of politeness and respect for others, behaving in a well-mannered and civil fashion.
Tenet #2
Integrity
Tenet two is integrity. To do the right thing even when no-one is watching. We develop this in the children so they can understand and model good character, honestly, prudence, and decency, and understand about behaving ethically and morally.
Tenet #3
Perseverence
Tenet 3 is what many successful people credit as the core reason they succeed; they didn't give up. The children will be taught the importance of purposefully pursuing a course of action despite of difficulty, resistance, or discouragement.
Tenet #4
Self control
Tenet 4 is critical in martial arts but is obviously a transferable skill. To be able to manage your emotions and your actions is so important for a successful and happy life. We emphasize the value of managing your emotions, desires, and impulses and exercising control in expression.
Tenet #5
Indomitable spirit
The final Tenet is Indomitable Spirit. The children will learn that if you have the courage and resolve that you can create a spirit that can’t be broken or conquered - the strength of spirit that comes from the knowing yourself and realizing your purpose.
