From the Student Handbook The Dojo is a place set aside in dedication to the study of the Martial Arts. When you enter you leave behind the strife and stress of your life and give yourself wholeheartedly and completely to your training. When you leave the Dojo you may find it easier to shoulder the burden you left at the doorway, or, you may find it really wasn't worth the worry you were giving it. Always enter the Dojo with respect in your heart for all others who train here. Respect your Sensei for the knowledge that is being passed on. Respect those who have attained a higher level. Respect their dedication but do not envy them. Respect those who have not yet achieved what you have achieved. Respect them for their efforts and remember that you were once as they. Everyone who enters our Dojo is subject to the rules and courtesies observed here no matter who they are or what their rank is. We are a Black Belt School. We train by the principles handed down from generation to generation and from Dojo to Dojo: Modesty, Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control and Unyielding Spirit. -- Kiegu

Well said, if I had the time I would go back into Martial Arts (and if it didnt cost £40+ p/m)

" Modesty, Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control and Unyielding Spirit" what high codes to live and train by. Love it!! Ah the mind is willing but the flesh is weak. (and ridiculously flabby ! ) Hmmm, makes me wonder tho, if these are Martial Arts virtues, and our Gatch team are ninjas, just HOw many of these codes have they abided by? Ken- Self Control? Joe-Modesty? Jinpei- Courtesy? Retrain these boys I say!! lol