KYOKUSHIN KARATE

Kyokushin (極真)

is a style of karate founded in by  Sosai Masutatsu Oyama (大山倍達 Ōyama Masutatsu). “Kyokushin” is Japanese word for “the ultimate truth”. It is rooted in a philosophy of self-improvement, discipline and hard training. Its full contact style had international appeal  and it´s practitioners have over the last 40+ years numbered more than 12 million.

Terminology


Dojo kun

1. We will train our hearts and bodies for a firm unshaken spirit.

Hitotsu, wareware wa, shinshin o renmashi, kakko fubatsu no shingi o kiwameru koto.

2. We will pursue the true meaning of the martial way so that, in time, our senses may be alert.

Hitotsu, wareware wa, bu no shinzui o kiwame, ki ni hasshi, kan ni bin naru koto.

3. With true vigour, we will seek to cultivate a spirit of self-denial.

Hitotsu, wareware wa, shitsujitsu goken o motte, kokki no seishin o kanyo suru koto.

4. We will observe the rules of courtesy, respect our superiors, and refrain from violence.

Hitotsu, wareware wa, reisetsu o omonji, chojo o keishi, sobo no furumai o tsutsushimu koto.

5. We will follow our ethical principles and never forget the true virtue of humility.

Hitotsu, wareware wa, shinbutsu o totobi, kenjo no bitoku o wasurezaru koto.

6. We will look upwards to wisdom and strength, not seeking other desires.

Hitotsu, wareware wa, chisei to tairyoku to o kojo sase, koto ni nozonde ayamatazaru koto.

7. All our lives, through the discipline of karate, we will seek to fulfill the true meaning of the Kyokushin way.

Hitotsu, wareware wa, shogai no shugyo o karate no michi ni tsuji, Kyokushin no michi o mattou suru koto.


Sosai Masutatsu Oyama´s 11 mottos 

Zayu no Mei Juichi Kajo
座右の銘十一個条

1- The Martial Way begins and ends with respect and courtesy. Therefore, be properly and genuinely courteous at all times.

2- Following the Martial Way is like scaling a cliff. Continue upwards without rest. It demands absolute and unflattering devotion to the task at hand.

3- Strive to seize the initiative in all things, all the time guarding against actions stemming from selfish animosity or thoughtlessness.

4- Even for Martial Artists, the place of money cannot be ignored. Yet one should be careful never to become attached to it.

5- The Martial Way is centered in posture. Strive to maintain correct posture at all times.

6- The Martial Way begins with one thousand days and is mastered after ten thousand days of training.

7- In Martial Arts, introspection begets wisdom. Always see contemplation of your actions as an opportunity to improve.

8- The nature and purpose of the Martial Way is universal. All selfish desires should be roasted in the tempering fires of hard training.

9- Martial Arts begin with a point and end in a circle. Straight lines stem from this principle.

10- The true essence of the Martial Way can only be realized through experience. Knowing this, learn never to fear its demand.

11- Always remember: In Martial Arts the rewards of a confident and grateful heart are truly abundant.


Dojo etiquette (Kyokushin requirements of etiquette)

Kyokushin karate is a disciplinary sport and has great demands on both practitioners and relatives / parents!
Dojo (training room) is considered a holy place where we train both physically and mentally. The students and their relatives must respect the dojon and observe the following rules both in the dojo and in the locker rooms:

1. Take off the shoes as you enter the room and put them in the changing room shoe shelves.

2. If a higher graded student is standing behind you at the entrance to the dojon, let it go in or out first.

3. When you walk in or out of Dojon, turn to Shomen (forward in Dojon), bend and say Osu. Then you turn to the higher graded, bows and says Osu. When you walk in or out of an empty dojo you turn to the shomen, bows and says Osu.

4. When the instructor enters the dojon you always show respect by standing with Osu. Other seniors (dangraderade) are also greeted with Osu when they enter the Dojon.

5. If you get late to exercise, put yourself in seiza at the entrance with your face against the wall. There you wait your eyes closed in mokuso. When the instructor shouts, you rise up, turn around, bows and say Osu to Shomen and then Osu to the instructor. Then jump quickly into the training at the back of the dojon.

6. It is not allowed to take any part of their dogi during exercise without being told to do so.

7. It is not allowed to eat, drink, chew gum, smoke and take photo / film in the dojon.

8. When you are told to take a seat or when setting up before and after training, always do it as quickly as possible.

9. When practicing kumite with someone who has a higher degree or black belt – do your very best but show respect for its degree.

10. Challenge a higher degree in kumite is not allowed.

11. You never leave your place (or doio) without having permission from the late teacher (instructor). Do not go between the instructor and the coaches or between the lines. If you are allowed to leave, you must go behind the line you are in.

12. When you sit down and study the exercise, be sure to sit correctly: sit in seiza or make adjustments and hold hands, do not talk. Parents allowed to watch the exercise must not sit with stretched legs in Dojo!

13. The instructor should always be addressed with the title that he has: Senpai 1st 2nd, Sensei 3rd 4th, Shihan 5th and then. Do not use their first name. This applies to both dojo, neighboring areas, E-mail, SMS, and phone calls. Keep in mind that even an instructor with kyu degree is appealed to Senpai.

14. Avoid swearing, laughing, kidding, talking, relaxing or acting informal in the dojon. Achieving a higher degree gives no reason for being relaxed or acting informal. Treat the other students and the training with respect and seriousness.

15. Turn away from the class or your partner if you have to fix your dogi (karate suit) or tie your belt (obi).

16. Your dogi should always be full and clean. The belt must never be washed – just aired. Respect your belt as a valuable symbol of your hard workout.

17. Listen carefully when instructed and always confirm the instructions with Osu. If you need to ask something, do it and always thank Osu.

18. The instructor should always be treated with respect and courtesy: karate begins and ends with courtesy. If you do not show respect for the instructor you should not be in a karate dojo. Do not question the instructions you receive during exercise and do not speak during exercise without the instructor’s permission.

19. Jewelry (necklaces, earrings, div. Piercings) and watches may not be worn during the training.

20. Nails on fingers and toes should be short cut. Wash hands and feet before exercise.

21. Go to the toilet before exercising to avoid interrupting the classroom for the restroom.

22. If you are an audience, you should be silent throughout the passport and not take the children’s attention in any way.

23. It is not allowed to use a mobile phone, tablet or computer on the dojo.

Osu