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ONE FAMILY
Kazokudai Karate
Welcome…
On Behalf of the Club we would like to welcome you with this booklet and
hope to provide you with some information about us and what we are able to
offer.
We are a club who aim to train in a friendly but disciplined environment to give
children and adults alike the many bene ts that come from learning this ancient
martial art called Karate.
Our Classes are big enough to add some atmosphere but small enough to allow some
focus on speci c needs where necessary.
The Club provides training opportunities for anyone from the age of 5 Years and over, it
doesn’t matter what your physical ability is or wether you are a man, woman, child, mum or
dad. There is no age limit to when you should start, and whether you are a beginner, an experienced
karate or someone returning after a break - we are dedicated to helping you achieve that personal
best. Just remember that everybody in the club was once a beginner so there is
no reason to feel embarrassed.
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ABOUT US:
Their mission is to promote For more information about
the way of karate JKA England:
throughout the world, while
Kazokudai Karate was ensuring that it remains www.jka-england.org
established in May 2015, true to the philosophical
when we rst opened the precepts since the
dojo doors as an after establishment of the JKA in
school club in Huncote, and 1949.
n ow we h ave r e g u l a r
classes available 3 nights a The association in England
week for various age is JKA England and
groups and abilities. through our chief
instructor, Sensei Ohta (7th
Kazokudai is proud to Dan), we continue to be
af liate to the Japan strongly af liated to the
Karate Association England JKA in Japan. This bond is
(JKAE). reinforced by regular visits
by world leading
JKAE is a non - pro t
instructors from the Japan
making organisation based
headquarters who instruct
in England and is
at our international
associated with the world
courses held in May and
renowned Japan Karate
September each year.
Association (JKA), one of
the most prestigious, oldest
and largest Shotokan
Karate organisations in the
world.
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fosters a unique sense of discipline that comes
The Bene ts of from within and carries over into all aspects of
life. Karate is built upon a principle of respect
Karate for for adults and each other. Kids who take up
karate aren’t just learning cool moves; they are
Children: also learning how to honour authority.
3.) Con dence: Learning new skills increases
Did you fantasise about becoming a black belt children’s con dence and self-esteem. They’ll
karate superstar the you were a kid? Your also need to work together with other students
dreams may have been in uenced by the in the class and even perform their skills in
adventures of Danni LaRusso and Mr. Miyagi front of people during grading or special events.
but karate offers plenty of real-life bene ts for Many kids struggle with the pressure of
GREAT BENEFITS OF todays kids. Here are 5 top reasons why karate
is a terri c Martial art for children.
competing with other kids. But in martial arts,
the focus is on self-improvement. There’s no
KARATE FOR “letting down the team.”
CHILDREN: 1.)Getting Active: During a time when kids are
less and less active due to computer games and 4.) Self Defence: You might think that Martial
1.) GETTING ACTIVE screen time any opportunity for physical Arts is about ghting but it’s quite the opposite
2.) DISCIPLINE MATTERS activity is a good one. Karate has proven to be in most cases. Many Martial Arts styles focus on
3.) CONFIDENCE leaps, jumps and kicks above many other self-defence and don’t allow ghting between
4.) SELF DEFENCE
5.) LIFE SKILLS options, thanks to a winning blend of strength students until they are older and have more
6.) FUN training, cardio and stretching. If you have ever advanced skills. The ultimate aim of Martial
observed a karate class you would see so much Arts is to teach children peaceful, non-violent
more than punching and kicking. con ict resolution skills and to help them work
out ways to avoid physical altercations. Martial
2.)Discipline Matters: Martial arts is all about Arts has a lot to offer children. It gets them
self-discipline, an increasingly valuable active and teaches them to be con dent,
commodity for kids in today’s world of instant peaceful and focused.
grati cation. In life, you can’t always get what
you want and self - restraint is an essential part
of learning to deal with disappointment as well
as overcoming obstacles and adversity. Karate
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5.) Life skills outside the 6.)Fun:
dojo:
Karate is a great avenue to
The skills kids learn in
make friends outside of
karate don’t end in the dojo,
(karate Class). In fact, school. These friendships
karate students carry the can develop during the
lessons learned into nearly team work based lessons.
every other area of life.
From the classroom to the Therefore some lifelong
playing elds, kid learn to friendships are made in the
listen and set goals. They dojo, as going through
also learn how to handle the hard training sessions
disappointment of not or a belt testing can
reaching a particular goal help social bonds
and how to recommit. These between friends.
are not easy skills to learn,
but martial arts training
teaches each one of these
and so much more .
Any student of karate will
tell you that karate isn’t just
about earning your black
belt, Rather, this ancient art
teaches today’s kids lifelong
lessons that they’ll take with
them long after they leave
the dojo.
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progress through the belt system. As you see and
The Bene ts of feel your body change, you feel better about
yourself and how you look, also knowing that you
Karate for Adults:
have the ability to defend yourself gives you a
sense of calm and power. When you feel good about
yourself you walk taller and feel more con dent.
BENEFITS OF
There are many bene ts of taking a karate class.
Some of these may be obvious, but some are not so
3.) Self Defence: Karate is one of the most KARATE FOR
obvious.
dynamic of all martial arts. A trained karateka, ADULTS:
(karate student) is able to coordinate mind and
Many non-martial artists believe karate to be a body perfectly, thereby allowing the unleashing of 1.) FITNESS
tness activity where you can learn some cool tremendous physical power at will. All martial 2.) CONFIDENCE
moves. However, the bene ts of martial arts for arts are certainly fun to do as an exercise and 3.) SELF DEFENCE
keep your mind off the physical exertion while 4.) FUN
adults are much more extensive than tness -
orientated gains. Karate can improve your mental learning a very important lifesaving skill.
strength, allow you to adapt to different situations
4.) Fun: In adulthood, it can be very tough for
and improve your social life. So I offer these few
reasons as to why adults should take up karate some to nd peers with mutual interests and
and why I have devoted myself to the art: outlooks. Martial arts is a great place to meet new
people. Lifelong friends are made all the time at
1.) Fitness: Karate is a total body workout, as Dojos, as going through dif cult trails such as belt
martial arts is a high aerobic workout that uses testing can really help create social bonds between
every muscle group in the body. Your stamina, friends. In karate, all ability levels are always
muscle tone, exibility, balance, hand - eye training together at the same time, so everyone is
coordination, re exes and your natural strength getting the bene t of the workout and
will all improve. It is great for adults and children simultaneously increasing their skill level, and
alike as it builds strength without the use of while everyone is different, we all have a
weights which decreases the risk of injury. technique that we are good at, but no one is good
at everything. Karate is just Fun.
2.) Con dence: Think con dence is just for kids?
Think again. The most powerful and life changing
So, if you are ready to see what karate lessons can
bene t of martial arts comes as a by-product of
do for you, ll out the starter form and come and
the demanding physical training, and making join our adult only classes.
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Dojo Etiquette:
Dojo etiquette are a set of rules that we follow in the dojo to help prevent injury and promote
learning.
These are Kazokudai's Dojo Rules:
* The Dojo (classroom) is a special place, please behave in a respectful manner and refrain
from drinking, eating or wearing footwear during the lesson and using offensive language.
* Karate - ka (Students) should always bow when entering and before leaving the dojo, as this
shows respect to others and to thank instructors for their guidance.
* Be Punctual as being late for class is disruptive.
If you are late you need to do 20 Push ups then wait in Seiza. (kneel/
seating position), until the instructor or class leader allows you
to join, you should then bow and join the class quickly and to the
position indicated by the instructor.
* During class the students should always pay full attention to the instructor. When an
instruction is given students should acknowledge with the word Oss and bow when
appropriate.
* Hygiene is important, please keep all forms of nails short and clean.
Hair must be tied up and clear from the face and your Gi (karate suit)
should be kept clean. Train with a towel if you sweat a lot and use
deodorant.
* NO jewellery should be worn during training; this is for safety reasons.
* If you are unable to attend class, you should always notify the instructor, also if you need to
leave class early please arrange this before class starts.
* Parents are free to stay and watch the class but we request that mobile phones to be turned silent and Not to distract
students during their lesson, and especially NOT to walk into the class during the session for any reason.
Kazokudai Karate
What Happens in Class?
A typical class involves:
* A formal Bow-in
* Warm up exercises and dynamic
karate speci c stretching
* Kihon (Basic Techniques) - learning
and practicing basic techniques such as
QUESTIONS: punching, kicking, blocking, stances and
footwork
* Kata - often referred to as a pattern of
movement which simulates defence
What to Wear? against multiple attackers
All Instructors and students wear * Kumite - Sparring with a partner, this is
taught with attitude and control
the tradi onal all white uniform
* Bunkai - the practical application
which is known as a Gi and the
* For our younger students, there is
relevant coloured belt. always lots of karate-based games to
make sure everyone enjoys the classes
For new beginners that do not have a Gi, * Cool down and static stretching -
we suggest to wear comfortable clothing that however we sometimes run out of time
allows you to move freely, so normal sports gear for this step
is suggested, but please refrain from wearing * A Formal Bow-out and reciting of the
items which have obsceni es or any other Dojo Kun.
inappropriate words or slogans.
NO shoes or footwear.
Tradi onally, karate is prac ced with bare feet.
Aside from customary reasons, we train barefoot
because it’s safer on the joints and ligaments. It
also reduces the chances of injuring your partner
during sparring.
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Gallery:
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Instructor Pro le:
Sensei Bianca began her karate journey in 1989 at the age of 7, she gained her 1st Dan Black Belt at 16 years old. She has since
progressed through the ranks gaining her 4th Dan (JKA) in 2019.
From an early age Sensei Bianca was interested in teaching and passing on her knowledge and experience. She started assisting
classes from a brown belt level (3rd Kyu) and was teaching children's classes when she graded to her 1st Dan and then developed
into teaching adults and senior grades. Along with her passion for teaching, Sensei Bianca has also had a signi cant competition
career. Starting with success at local competitions and then at regional and national championships. She has also successfully
represented both South Africa and England in International Competitions.
Most of Sensei's training took place in South Africa where she was born, she then emigrated to the UK in 2003.
Sensei is Fully Insured with an advanced DBS and is First aid trained.
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fiCONTACT US: Sensei Bianca Webb Rob John Hall, Narborough School Lane LE19 2GS Email: kazokudaik@gmail.com www.kazokudaikarate.com
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