Definitions & Terminology

The Five Virtues

Discipline, Respect, Attitude, Self-Assurance, and most all Honesty.

Discipline

Doing what is right even if it's not what you want to do nor what comes easily.

Respect

The courteous treatment of those who have authority over you including your parents, teachers, and elders.

Attitude

The right attitude means being positive and enthusiastic even in negative circumstances.

Self-Assurance

A strong belief in oneself, that you can do anything; confidence.

Honesty

Telling the truth and also making sure that those around you are honest as well.

Karate

Empty or open hand.

Tae Kwon Do

Art of kicking and striking.

Judo

Gentle way.

Kung Fu

Time and effort.

Mixed Style

A combination of styles mixed together to form one style.

Six Styles

Tae Kwon Do, Free Style Karate, Shotokan, Wing Chun, Judo, Jeet Kune Do.

Front Stance

Front leg bent 45 degrees, back leg straight, feet forward, weight is 60/40 front to back.

Square Stance

Both knees bent at 90 degrees, feet square to each other, weight is 50/50.

Horse Stance

Both knees at 90 degrees, both feet forward, weight is 50/50.

Ready Stance

Both knees slightly bent, heels in line, feet turned at an angle.

Sensei

Teacher / Instructor

Kata/Form/Hyung

A series of techniques performed as if the student is defending himself against two or more imaginary opponents.

Competition Kata

A kata performed for competition or demonstration. The techniques and moves may be added together or modified by the student.

Perfection

Perfection is a process and requires continual improvement.

Practice

Practice makes permanent. Only improvement leads to perfection.