THE BLACK BELT SYSTEM Our system is designed to see everyone make gradual, steady progress toward optimum physical and mental development. This progress is measured through a built-in goal system and incentive program with structured belt levels. In the beginning phases, the belts represent short term goals that are obtained by learning basic forms, techniques and katas, and following general guidelines. As you gain knowledge you should also gain confidence in your ability to achieve your goals. Gradually, you will learn to set more difficult, long term goals. As you climb the ladder toward Black Belt, your knowledge and skill will increase as well as your capacity to concentrate and learn. These higher levels of development require pursuit of a stronger mind and a more fit body, along with an increase in regular practice and class attendance. BUILDING YOURSELF FROM THE INSIDE OUT Properly incorporated onto you daily routine, your martial arts training will help you maintain a positive outlook on life. You will develop many skills that will help you achieve success in your goals. There are seven keys that can unlock the doors to success for each of us. They are desire, visualization, certainty, relaxation, focused attention, strong self image and repetition. You martial arts training will employ each of these keys. You must build the desire to set goals for yourself, visualize these goals in your mind, be certain that you will achieve them, relax and focus your energies on you goals, maintain confidence in your ability to succeed and try repeatedly until you do. The person who is willing to try, to do, and finally to accomplish will be successful. The discipline, control, perseverance and hard work that are required to master the martial arts will result in enormous satisfaction for a job well-done to the best of your ability. The martial arts are a demanding but rewarding task to master. Work hard, learn the skills well and apply them only for good, and they will provide you with life long benefits. Always keep in mind that your responsibility as a martial artist is to develop yourself in a positive manner, physically, mentally and spiritually. |