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1 Contact details Paul Elliott 7 th Dan Tel / semka@btopenworld.com Web site Web Site Facebook page please click LIKE Facebook private club page BRITISH WADO KARATE FEDERATION EUROPEAN KARATE FEDERATION INTERNATIONAL WADO FEDERATION

2 An Introduction for Parents and Children parents to the Wado-ryu Karate Dojo. This article is designed to help introduce children and Karate is ideal for children because it teaches them awareness, concentration, coordination, physical as well as mental health & discipline, self-defence, team work, and numerous other positive benefits. At first sight it can prove to be a little confusing and without help you could waste a lot of time, money, and possibly risk long or short term injury. The following information will give you some history of Wado Karate, translate some of the names, show how to wear your karate suit, give information on some of the hygiene and safety, warming-up and cooling-down procedures, basic techniques, etiquette, stances. History. Martial-arts are as old as mankind himself, as all through time man has always fought with another. 2

3 While in England there were the 'Knights' with their Code of Chivalry, in Japan there were the Samurai with their Code of 'Bushido years ago, Buddha ( bc) was born in India a Warrior Prince to the Sakyu Warrior Cast. His name was Prince Gautama Siddharta. At 29 Siddharta renounced all his worldly goods and went on a quest for truth & enlightenment. At 35, after intense study, he became enlightened. He taught others for the next 45 years spreading his wisdom throughout the Eastern World. The essence of his teachings morality, wisdom, and concentration (a must for any Karate-ka). A disciple of Buddhism, called Bodhidharma (known in Chinese as Ta-mo), spread this teaching from India to China in ad527. This Indian holy man also brought into China Zen Buddhism. He was also responsible for bringing the special health giving exercises based on breathing and Yoga to the Shaolin Temple. The special breathing and exercising became known as the '18 hands of Lo-Han'. These exercises became the basis of the Shaolin Temple Boxing. These Martial-arts spread throughout all regions of China from this first temple. Okinawa is part of the Ryukyu Islands, and lies between Japan and China. The Okinawans learned their Martial-arts from visitors, traders and sailors from Chinese 3

4 mainland. Meanwhile in Japan, the warrior arts consisted mainly of the sword, linked to the Samurai Warrior code of Bushido. Unarmed fighting was called Ju-jutsu and was mainly for when the warrior lost his sword during combat. An Okinawan, by the name of Gichin Funikoshi, was well trained in the Martial-art known as Okinawa-te. He introduced this to Japan in 1917, and renamed it Karate, Way of the Empty Hand in One of Funakoshi s best students, at this time, was Ohtsuka Hironori, who was already a master of Ju-jutsu. Ohtsuka Hironori blended his knowledge of Ju-Jutsu and Okinawan Karate and called his style Wado-ryu, meaning Harmony & Peace School. In 1964 Ohtsuka Hironori's most senior instructor in Wado-ryu, named Suzuki Tatsuo, introduced Karate into the UK. Since this introduction British Karate has dominated the world for many years. The original spirit, or way of Karate, is still as important today as it was back in these early years, and is the basis for all Wado-ryu Karate. Correct behaviour, self-discipline, serious concentration remains the prime importance in training. Karate-ni-sentenashi - There is no first strike in Karate. Meaning that all Karate techniques should be used for self-defence only. All schools of Wado follow this principle. The Names. What do you need to know when attending Karate? Basic terms 4

5 To line up in rank order is Seiretsu (attention position). The command to kneel is Seiza. The command to sit is Soru. To stand is Kiritsu. To do a standing bow is known as Tachi-rei. To bow to the front (towards the Kamiza) is Shomen-ni-rei. An Instructor is called Sensei. To bow to the Sensei is Sensei-ni-rei. To bow to other students in the Dojo is Otaga-ni-rei. To start is Hadjime. To stop is Yamae. Warm-ups are called Junbi-undo. The left is Hidari and the right is Migi. Head level is Jodan. Middle level is Chudan. Lower level is Gedan. The knee is Hiza. A punch is known as Tsuki. A strike is known as Uchi. A kick is Keri. A block is Uke. A senior grade (brown or lower graded black-belt) is known as a Sempai. A student is known as a Deshi. A junior is known as Kohai. A black-belt member is known as a Yudansha. 5

6 Gi Bottoms. Put the trousers on and (if you have traditional trousers) pull the drawstrings tight from both sides (this will not be necessary for elasticised trousers). Feed the strings through the loop in the front, and tie in a bow. Make sure the legs are not too long; if they are they should be turned up and hemmed to fit you. Make sure you can move comfortably wearing your trousers. Gi Top. Put your jacket on and wrap it over with the left side over the right. Tie the strings together that meet at the bottom of your jacket at both sides. If your sleeves are not too long they should be turned up over the wrist. Traditionally, your S.E.M.K.A. (Association) Badge should be sewn on the left breast and if you obtain, or are issued, a club badge this should be sewn onto your left arm. Check that your Gi allows you to do your Karate movements unhindered. 6

7 Wearing your belt (Obi). The correct and traditional method of tying your Obi. Fold your Obi in half and place the centre fold to the middle of your tummy. Wrap it around your back crossing it over to give your lower back extra support. Bring the two ends back around to the front. 7

8 Cross them over (right over left and under) and tuck the outside length under all the others so you are left with one at the top and one at the bottom. Take the one at the top, in your left hand, (left over right and through) around the one at the bottom, in your right hand, and pull tight to the sides. Hygiene, Health & Safety. Always keep yourself clean & tidy. If you have long hair keep it tied back tidily. No jewellery of any kind should be worn. Keep finger and toe nails clipped short. Always wash or shower before and after training. 8

9 Keep all your equipment clean and in good condition. Always ensure that your Sensei knows if you have any special needs, if you have any disability or on any medication. Also if you are injured in any way, or do not feel well, make sure that the Sensei is aware of this. of the breaks. Make sure that you visit the toilet before you start training and also make use 9

10 If you need to go during training, always ask permission and then only walk around the edge of the training area when the Sensei has given you permission to leave. Always concentrate and pay attention to the Sensei when you are training. Also, always know where your technique is going so as not to injure yourself or others. Make sure you have enough space around you when you are performing your movements. Have respect for the age, size, and ability of the people that you are training with. Take care of any students junior to you. 10

11 Train properly with your partner and in the true Karate spirit. Warm Ups & Downs! Cardiovascular, strength and flexibility. Warm up exercises are designed to speed your heart rate and prepare your mind & body for training. The exercises should be well within your natural range of movement and be smaller versions of the range of movement that you will use in class. You should not exhaust yourself in the warm up, or put any undue strain on your joints, muscles, or ligaments. The cool down is to get rid of any waste (toxins) that may be left in the muscles. The movements should be calm and slow and include some light stretching and 11

12 flexibility training still within your natural range of movement. Do not copy strength and flexibility exercises that you see on television and in the movies, as these could injure or damage your body for life! The hand in Karate is used for punching, grappling, pushing, pulling, locking, throwing, deflecting, and striking. If used properly, you will strengthen and learn how to use your whole body in the most effective and efficient way. The Karate Fist. First, open your hand. Fold in your fingers, paying particular attention to your smallest finger as this activates the most powerful group of muscles in the forearm. Take your thumb around the outside of forefinger and slide it beneath the fore-finger knuckle, whilst pulling the forefinger tightly into the fist. 12

13 Angle your wrist until the first two knuckles (known as Seiken) are in line with the arm. Move your fist at arms length into the centre of your body at Chudan level so that the Seiken is in line with the solar-plexus (Singetsu). Bring the other fist back (called Hikite) palm upwards, so that you can feel the fist touch the side of your body (above the belt). To punch, pull the extended fist back (Hikite) and push the other fist forwards at the exact same time. They should begin to rotate as they pass each other and you should feel the side of each arm rub against the body from fist to elbow as it moves. The focus (Ki-me) should be applied by using the grip, altering the angle of the wrist and closing the armpits as you rotate the arms. Never lock or over extend your joints in Karate, as this can cause serious, long term damage. Another common open-hand technique is the sword-hand (Shuto). Open your hand as long and as wide as you can, draw your fingers together and leave the thumb extended (tuck the top joint of the thumb in). Ensure that the striking edge and the back of your hand is in line with your arm. 13

14 Another open hand technique is to strike with the fingertips (Nukite). Position your hand in a similar way as the Shuto. However, make sure that the fingers are slightly angled inwards so that if you strike something too hard, they will collapse into a fist. The Foot. The basic Karate front-kick (Maegeri) uses the ball of the ball of the foot just behind the toes (Jo-sokutei). When kicking, you have to pull the toes back and point the foot so that you kick in a straight line. It is important in front directional kicks to raise your knee high enough to focus the technique correctly. Never extend your technique unless you know exactly where and how you are kicking. Always keep the supporting leg bent and make sure that the foot is in the correct position. When performing the round-house kick (Mawashigeri) use the highinstep (Heisoku). When performing the side kick we use the side-edge of the foot (Sokuto). 14

15 On some kicks we use the sole of the foot (Sokutei). And sometimes we use the heel of the foot (Kakato). Always remember when performing any technique, never over extend the force on the strike, as this may be very painful and could cause permanent damage to the joints. Stances. There are many different stances in Wado-ryu Karate. We will deal with the most popular ones. If done correctly, the power generated from your stances will greatly add to the power and stability of your technique. The power from your stances will come from the way that you push and twist your feet against the floor. It is vital that when making your stances that you place your feet at the correct position and ensure that the angles enable you to push the technique in the correct way. Check to see if you have your knees, hips, spine, head, shoulders, and arms in the correct position so that you have good form. At the beginning of the training session you will be asked to go into the attention stance (Musubi-dachi), when called for Seiretsu. Musubi-dachi requires your heels to be together and the feet open. 15

16 Hachiji-dachi. Yohi, ready position, Shizen Hontai natural posture. This stance is called Junzuki-dachi, means stance. Hanmi-gamae is fighting stance. leading arm, or meridian-line, punch Shizentai, 'natural standing', this stance is called Renoji-dachi. 16

17 resembles someone riding a horse. Shiko-ashi-dachi means four-point foot stance, and Neko-ashi-dachi means cat-foot stance. Promotion. Belts are achieved through dedicated practice and training. Once a student understands all that is required for the next grade, plus time-served (minimum 3-months for Kyu gradings) for each level has been completed, then the student may be put forward for his grading to the next belt level. Once the student has achieved green-belt training should be practised at least twice a week, along with continual home-training. Introduction to Karate How much will it cost? Initially Karate can be quite expensive, for example the purchase of the Student's Karate Licence - the most important aspect of any Martial-arts training. 17

18 Frequently Asked Questions There are certain questions which come up repeatedly, so we thought it would be helpful for you to have this section to glance through before deciding to call! What club should I choose? The best, or safest, club to choose would be of a club that practises a style that is popularly well-known almost everywhere in the world. If you choose a club, or practise a style, which is 'rare' or unknown you are limiting yourself; especially if you decide to leave the area, or the club closes down, and you wish to continue training (especially if you have already achieved a good level of proficiency, as this may be difficult in gradetransfer later on at another club or style). See further below for traditional karate styles. What are the age limits for Karate? The minimum age at S.E.M.K.A.is 5years old. There is no maximum age limit provided you are of a suitable level of fitness. I have never trained in Karate - can I try before deciding to commit? Yes. The first 2 lessons are free at S.E.M.K.A.. Subsequent lessons are chargeable and you are required to purchase a licence, which is your club membership, club passport, grade record book and your insurance. We ask that you take away your licence application on the second lesson to complete and return. Most people know after a couple of lessons if Karate is for them. I have a disability - can I still learn Karate? Yes. Our first priority is the safety of all class members. Our second priority is to ensure all students are getting the most out of their tuition, therefore there may be situations where we can only offer private tuition. However, we have a track record of ensuring we accommodate people of all abilities and helping them to achieve their best in Karate. H ow do I know the instructor is legitimate? First check the safety factors. Items he can/ should show you: Does he have an Enhanced CRB? Does he have a 1st Aid Certificate? Can he show you his Instructor Insurance Certificate? Can he show you his Club Liability insurance? Does he have an Instructor/ Coach Certificate signed by a National Governing Body? Can he show you his Licence with his grades (or copies of his Black-Belt certificates)? If he is reluctant to show you any of these, or hasn't got any credentials at all, the best advice would be to leave the premises for your own safety. What is commercial karate? Commercial karate refers to the commercially-motivated karate clubs that are only out there to make money. Glitzy advertising, quick-result promises, big posters with a 'something for everyone' theme, this is usually the first indication of a commercially-motivated karate club. Commercial clubs tend to be run by individuals and instructors who move from area to area to start clubs then close them down when memberships start to drop then move on to more lucrative areas. Beware of clubs that only display mobile-phone numbers and address, as opposed to the inclusion of a landline contact. Many of these clubs may also tend to ask for monthly payments by direct debit, charge exorbitant membership fees, expect you to purchase totally through them for all your equipment and services ( without giving you a choice ), charge expensive grade fees, charge for belts and certificates, etc. Additionally, commercial clubs will rarely have legitimate National Governing Body membership of any kind (due to the expected membership criteria and operating procedures and standards required by National Governing Bodies). They will tend to go 'cold-calling' and 'door-knocking' to get you to sign up on a 'training-programme' of some sort and tie you up financially. If you join a commercial club, then decided you wanted to leave the area (or, more likely, if the club closed), the likelihood of being able to continue in the 'style' of karate you have been introduced to anywhere else may be virtually impossible. Before trying ANY karate style you must first 'investigate' to see if the club has 'validation' and is a member of a legitimate Style Specific National and International Governing Body, avoiding all-styles or sport-karate governing bodies, for your own protection. Also, check to make sure that the style of karate is practised nation-wide. And, if someone knocks on your door to sign you up for karate classes, ask them for their National Governing Body membership and credentials! Also, if you want traditional and/ or authentic karate, can they prove their authenticity and Japanese lineage? Additionally, although much of the clever advertising may try and convince you otherwise, Kick-Boxing I S N OT KARATE! Dishonest practice. Due to the popularity of martial arts, both in mass media and reality, a large number of disreputable, fraudulent, or misguided teachers and schools have arisen over the last 40 years. Commonly referred to as a "McDojo", Black Belt Factory or a "Black Belt Mill," these schools are commonly headed by martial artists of either dubious skill or unscrupulous business ethics.

19 What are traditional karate styles? Karate styles refer to the classical type of system being taught; and are not 'mixed' with anything else, such as weapons and kick-boxing, etc. In Japan the traditional styles were originally created by famous Karate Masters who taught their systems with individual specific functions and tactics. The creator of Wadoryu, Hironori Ohtsuka ( ), for example, was a man of small stature who was also a master of Yoshin-Ryu Ju-Jutsu. He combined Shuri-te Karate with Ju-jutsu and created the system of Wadoryu in 1938, which he stated should be suitable for all ages and genders. The most popular styles of karate include Wadoryu, Shitoryu, Gojuryu and Shotokan. The next most popular styles are Shorinryu, Kyokushinkai, Uechi-ryu, Budokan, etc. Each style has its own methods and merits, so check the club out to see if the style will suit you. How long will it take to get a black-belt? This is probably the most asked question by many people, and our usual reply would be "how long is a piece of string?" T o get what traditionalists consider an 'authentic' black-belt level takes many years of practice. Also, the minimum age to attain this level would be around 11 years of age; although very few at this age accomplish this due to the demanding requirements. However, if you train twice or more a week, pass all the progression (coloured belt) grades, it is possible to be able to attain black-belt level after three years dedicated practise. Realistically though, if you are there to only achieve a black-belt then 'traditional' karate may not be for you. As the traditionalist trains he focuses on what's in front of him and attempts to overcome the immediate challenges ahead. We have had students who have achieved black-belt after three years of dedicated training and we have those who have taken longer, but this is all down to the individual and choice along the way. For example, the Chief Instructor of S.E.M.K.A. Paul Elliott started Martial-arts in 1974 and achieved his 1st Dan Black-belt in 19/10/1982 (taking 8-years); as the training was more important to him than the achievement of grades. Do I need to be fit to start Karate? You don't need to be super fit - flexibility and speed come with training - it's one of the objects of doing Karate. All we ask is that if you are 40 years old or above and have not been physically active for some time then you should consider a medical check-up before starting training. This is in keeping with advice given by all active pastimes & sports. I am over 65 - will the licence insurance cover me? Yes, our licence facilities & insurance liability covers all ages. My culture/ religion restricts me from bowing within the Dojo? There will be required Japanese bowing ceremonies at the start and at the end of all the training sessions, plus necessary bowing between participants. Certain cultures and religions may restrict participation in traditional Wadoryu Karate, due to the traditional bowing etiquettes required. All participants will be expected to show respect through bowing, please consider this before training within a S.E.M.K.A. Karate Dojo. I am joining from another club, and am already a green belt, can I keep my grade? If you already possess a grade from another organisation, and want to change clubs/ style, your present grade will be automatically recognised and transferred. All you need to do is get 'updated' with the requirements and standards then prepare for your next grade within S.E.M.K.A.. All present grades will be recognised, as long as there is legitimate proof (licence/ certificate, etc.). Once you have attained the necessary standards and proficiency of your present grade you will be encouraged to move forward. It's very often only commercially motivated and/ or money-making clubs that will expect you to restart from the beginning. Karate for Adults Martial Arts are Fun, Fulfilling workout for Adults. Our adult students really appreciate the differences between martial arts training and standard exercise programmes.our workouts are a great way to get in shape. Martial Arts are like an exercise programme with a bonus! You learn to defend yourself while you get in shape. Our classes relieve stress. Martial arts classes are well known for their stress relieving benefits. The emphasis on mind-body training goes far beyond the benefits of standard, health club type exercise programmes.our classroom practice sessions give you confidence. The confidence building part of our programme is what students appreciate the most. Nothing can take the place of the security in knowing that you can defend yourself, if you have to. What we teach could save your life. At our school, everything we teach is reality based. Our instructors work very hard to insure that most any situation you might encounter is covered in the classroom under very safe learning conditions, so you'll beprepared. Karate for Children Psychological studies regarding children in Martial-arts. A psychology study found that children in martial-arts have an increased sense of responsibility, a decrease in the willingness to take foolish risks, and a higher sense of self-esteem. This is why millions of parents are using martial arts to supplement their children's education. The reward system improves children' s self-esteem. The belt system is the key to building esteem. When kids earn their belts, it gives them a great sense of accomplishment that really improves the way they feel about themselves.

20 Karate teaches children self-discipline. We have a trained staff of patient instructors who work with children, but are also very clear about limits. We enforce good rules of behaviour in class, and we expect the same good behaviour at home and in school. Activities channel children's aggression. Many doctors have prescribed our school because of the positive outlet it gives the kids for all their energy. The programme teaches children essential self defence skills. Our programme teaches practical, proven self-defence methods. We also teach the kids that the moves they learn in class will work, so they don't go home and try them on their family members or neighbours. Our karate programme emphasises both physical and mental development Your children will develop the following skills through our martial arts programs: Focus/ Concentration: Your child will learn how to focus all of their attention to the task at hand while committing themselves to learning and growing. Persistence/ T eamwork: Your child will learn how to face challenges presented to them, knowing that the challenges will be difficult to complete. They will learn how to face and overcome those challenges alone and with peers. Courage: Your child will learn how to overcome fear and nervousness through training that initially seems intimidating. Discipline/ Intensity: Your child will learn how to perform their martial arts skills with strong effort and attitude. Coordination/ Speed: Your child will learn the components of speed and how to control their balance, body posture, and technique. Fitness/ Agility: Your child will learn the mechanics that govern movement and how it plays a role when they are jumping, dodging, and moving about quickly. Control/ T echnique: Your child will learn the fundamental components of good technique, which will make them great athletes. Flexibility: Your child will gain and maintain flexibility through fun and educational drills. Finally. Remember that you have started on a lifetime journey within the Martial-arts. Make sure that you have respect, patience, tolerance, and compassion toward your art, other people, and yourself at all times.

21 As soon as you start training you become a representative of the Wado School you have chosen to belong to -please behave accordingly. If you develop these qualities above all else you should enjoy many years of good martial-arts study and forge lifetime friendships with people all over the world. Take care of your environment, and take care of yourself, then you can be called a real Karate-ka. Clubs and I nstructors are registered within the British Wado Federation, the N ational Governing Body for traditional Wadoryu under the I nternational Wado Federation (I WF). All SEMKA Instructors are Licensed, Registered, Certified, Insured, and have Enhanced CRB Certification. All Students & Instructors are covered by a 5m Person to Person & Public Liability Insurance Policy included in their S.E.M.K.A. Licence. A polite reminder JUNIOR STUDENTS Although children are allowed to attend many of the S.E.M.K.A. training sessions, they must understand that they will be training with ( and will be expected to behave like ) adults at all times. PARENTS & VISITORS TO THE DOJO Parents, visitors and guests are always welcome to visit the Dojo and watch, if there are facilities to do so. However,small children, babies, and other noises, such as talking, etc., can be both distracting and offputting to both instructors and students alike. Please keep all children/ babies under control (do not allow them to wander around the Dojo) and please keep talking and other noises to an absolute minimum; or you may be politely asked to leave the Dojo and wait in the rest-area/ reception. Parents and Guardians are also reminded that the Instructor of the Dojo is the Sensei - NOT THE PARENT unregistered instructors are not qualified or insured to teach, so please refrain from influencing students (including your own child ) within the Dojo. CHILD PROTECTION AND HEALTH & SAFETY All junior students must arrive at the Dojo ready to train (wearing their Gi). If a child is unable to change prior to arriving then the parent is asked to assist their own child within the changing room/ facilities. All parents are asked to bring their child into the Dojo and collect from the Dojo - Please do not simply drop them off or collect them from the car-park, etc. All juniors must remain in the Dojo until collected. Mobile telephones to be switched off. N o photographic equipment to be allowed in the Dojo (unless previously permitted). Thank you for your support.

22 THE GRADE SYLLABUS OF S.E.M.K.A. WADO-RYU KARATE Mukyu 9 th Kyu 8 th Kyu 7 th Kyu 6 th Kyu 5 th Kyu 4 th Kyu 3 rd Kyu 2 nd Kyu 1 st Kyu NOTES FOR STUDENTS ANTICIPATING A GRADING Before the grading date, be prepared: 1. All applicants for gradings must wear a clean white Gi. 2. Mon (Badge/s) must be worn on the left side of the Gi. 3. Ensure you have read and understood the Club Rules. 4. Ensure you have an up-to-date British Wadokai Licence. 5. Ensure you have correct grade registration prior to grading. 6. And probably most important, make sure you 'know' what you need to know for your grading. Best etiquette must be observed at all times. Ensure you pay your respects to the examiner/s in the correct way (always bowing, etc.). Always sit in the crossed legged position, during the 'rest' period between techniques, in the Shimoza area, or allocated rest area, of the Dojo. When called for any aspect of the grading, bow when entering the Dojo-floor. Before the practical aspect of the grading commences, you will be required to kneel before the Examiner/s desk. From here you will be asked to recite the Dojo-kun (Japanese & English) and remove your Obi from your waist and fold it in front of you. Upon a further command, you will retie the Obi correctly around your waist. You will then wait for further instructions. These rules are mottos, the spirit of which serious Students of the Martial Arts should try to follow if they wish to gain the maximum from their training. The rules are like our English saying "Service, not Self", "Deeds, not Words" or "Be Prepared" and exemplify an attitude and a dedication to a way of life. REISETSU O MAMORI (STICK TO THE RULES) In the Dojo, good etiquette must be observed by following the rules. SHINGI O OMANJI (A STUDENT MUST HAVE LOYALTY TO HIS INSTRUCTOR). This is the most important thing in Martial Arts. JOJITSU NI OBEREZU (TEACHERS AND STUDENTS ARE NOT ALL ONE) Outside the Dojo, you can be friendly with your SENSEI, but you must never take advantage of this friendship inside the Dojo - he is your Sensei. SHINKERUNI NI TESSEYO (BE SERIOUS IN YOUR EFFORTS) No turning up late to train, no flippancy chattering, smoking, eating, chewing gum or drinking in the Dojo. Concentrate solely on what you come to do - KARATE, and train hard in everything you do. Visitors, as well as Students, MUST respect the DOJO KUN

23 FOR THE WHOLE SYALLBUS PLEASE DOWNLOAD IT FROM S.E.M.K.A 9 th KYU Red Belt Students must first show the Instructor that he can tie his OBI (belt) correctly, and to perform the normal starting and finishing bow, which is as follows; Commands on this grading will be given first in Japanese then in English. DOJO-KUN (Recited in Japanese and English). As with ALL proceeding grades. For 9 th Kyu, you will also be tested on correct belt-tying technique. COMMAND PRONUNCIATION POSITION Seiza Say-zar Kneel down. Sensei Ni Rei Sen-Say-Nee-Ray Bow to Instructor. Otagai Ni Rei Oti-Toe-Gur-Nee-Ray Bow to Dojo, and all assembled. Kirtisu Kiritz Stand to attention. UKE (BLOCKS) 1. Jodan Uke Head block. 2. Chudan Soto Uke Body outer block. 3. Chudan Uchi Uke Body inner block. 4. Gedan Barai Lower body sweeping block. 5. Mawashi Uke Circle block. KIHON, TSUKI & KERI (BASIC TECHNIQUES) 1 Junzuki turn in Jodan Uke Straight punch with head block on turn. 2. Tobikomizuki Jodan Head snap punch. 3. Uraken Uchi Jodan Head back fist strike. 4. Maegeri Chudan Body front kick. 5. Surikomi Maegeri Chudan - One step front kick. RENRAKU WAZA (COMBINATIONS) 1. Maegeri Chudan - Tobikomizuki Jodan - Front kick body,snap punch face. 2. Surikomi Maegeri Chudan - Tobikomizuki Jodan - One step front kick body, snap punch to the face. KATA S.E.M.K.A. Kihon Kata Ippon (Seniors only)

24 The Student Karate Licence will cost 68 Juniors 78 seniors (first year) and includes a suit, insurance, karate passport, grade-record, awards, titles, injury log, membership to the National & International Governing Bodies, etc. Due to the importance of the Licence, this must be obtained at the earliest convenience usually after two training sessions. FOR THE WHOLE SYALLBUS PLEASE DOWNLOAD IT FROM Remember that you have started on a lifetime journey within the Martial-arts. Parents, visitors, and guests are always welcome to visit the Dojo. However, small children, babies, and noises can be both distracting and off-putting to Instructors and students in the Dojo. Please keep all children/babies under control and keep noise to a minimum. Finally. Make sure that you have respect, patience, tolerance, and compassion toward your art, other people, and yourself at all times. As soon as you start training you become a representative of the Wado School. you have chosen to belong to - SEMKA WADO RYU KARATE GROUP. If you develop these qualities above all else you should enjoy many years of good martial-arts study and forge lifetime friendships with people all over the world. Take care of your environment, and take care of yourself, then you can be called a real Karateka. All SEMKA Wado Ryu Instructors are Licensed, Registered, certified, Insured and have Enhanced CRB & First Aid Certification. All students & Instructors are covered by 10m Person to Person & Public Liability Insurance. The Samurai Enlighten Mushin Karate Academy (SEMKA) is affiliated to the British Wado Federation (BWF), European Wado Federation (EWF) and International Wado Federation (IWF).