"The ultimate aim of the art of Karate lies not in the victory or defeat, but in the perfection of character of its participants."

- Master Funakoshi Founder of Shotokan Karate - Do

Serious training for serious students.

Promulgation of the traditional Japanese Karate - do developed by the father of modern day karate, Master Gichin Funakoshi.

Develop the following qualities in NSK students:
Strength of Character - Strength of Spirit - Strength of Mind - Strength of Body

Follow the Dojo Kun
Show proper respect for other students at all times
Bow to Shomen when entering and leaving the Dojo
Bow to Sensei or any black belt known to be higher rank than Sensei - When in doubt, bow
During opening and closing ceremonies - silence
While waiting for your class to begin - keep the noise down
No talking during class
No gum
No jewelry
Keep your fingernails and toenails trimmed
Keep your uniform clean
Keep long hair tied back
Be on time - tardiness is a sign of disrespect
Do not leave practice without the permission of the instructor
No profanity - in any language

If you cannot follow these rules of etiquette - please find another Dojo.

Seek Perfection of Character
Hitotsu, jinkaku kansei ni tsutomeru koto

Be Faithful
Hitotsu, makoto no michi wo mamoru koto

Endeavor
Hitotsu, doryoko no seishin wo yashinau koto

Respect Others
Hitotsu, reigi wo omonzuro koto

Refrain from Violent Deeds
Hitotsu, kekki no yu wo imashimeru koto

Dojo Kun in Japanese