The “Dojo Kun" in Okinawan culture refers to a set of traditional guidelines or principles that are followed in the dojo to promote discipline, respect, and personal development.
Here is our traditional Okinawan Dojo Kun:
“Seishin o yashinau koto no saki ni waza o osamu” (精神を養うことの先に技を修む): - "Train the technique beyond training the spirit."
“Chikara no tsuyosa yori kokoro no tsuyosa” (力の強さより心の強さ): - "Strength of the heart is more important than physical strength."
"Ken zen ichi nyo" (拳禅一如): "The fist and Zen are one." This principle highlights the connection between physical training and mental discipline. It suggests that our study is not just about physical techniques but also about developing a focused and disciplined mind.
"Shinshin o renma suru koto" (心身を錬磨すること): "Train both mind and body." This emphasizes the holistic nature of our training. Practitioners are encouraged to work on improving not only their physical techniques but also their mental strength and resilience.
"Tsu no sen" (攻の先): "Seize the initiative." This principle emphasizes the importance of being proactive and decisive in combat situations. It encourages students to be aware of opportunities and act swiftly when facing opponents.
