For New Students

photo from ISKF Manitoba Seminar

Sensei Ryan Porath instructing the brown belts

Many people have never stepped foot inside a karate dojo. Most have seen martial arts in movies or heard stories from friends or family. First you will be taken through the opening and closing routine, and advised of dojo rules. Class begins with the opening ceremony, then a warm up, followed by instruction of basic karate techniques, how much you are taught depends on how quickly you learn, finishing with a cool down and the closing ceremony.

Attire:

Exercise clothing, similar to gym class in school. If pants are worn, they need to be above the ankle. Clothing or your gi (karate uniform) must be freshly laundered. Bare feet only.

Hygiene:

Finger and toe nails are to be kept short. No scents, including body odor, perfume or cologne.

Jewelry:

No jewelry during class, including piercings, bracelets, necklaces, etc.