Words to Live By

The Dojo Kun is a set of guideline statements repeated at the end of each training session. These statements are intended to guide both our training and our everyday lives. Each statement is preceded by the Japanese number one. This is to remind us that each statement is of equal importance. The Dojo Kun is always recited, with meaning, respect and thoughtful reflection.

Hitosu:   Respect Yourself and Each Other      礼儀を重んずる事   Hitosu:   Train Your Body, Mind and Spirit      心身を練磨する事   Hitosu:   Practice Every Day      日々鍛錬する事   Hitosu:   Strive to Master Goju-Ryu      剛柔流空手の真髄を極めるよう努力する事   Hitosu:   Live a Clean and Useful Life      潔白で有意義な生活を送る事   Hitosu:   Always Do Your Best      常に全力を尽くす事   Hitosu:   Never Give Up      不撓不屈の精神を養う事