The dojo precepts are Seikukai’s guiding compass. Hard training may be tough, but never forget effort and challenge; value not only technical progress but also growth of the heart. Let us support one another as Seikukai companions and grow together. With pride as future karateka, let us build a wonderful dojo together.
Teaching Policy
Through combat sports and budo education, Seikukai focuses on cultivating “the strength to live strong, kind and wise.” In karate, kickboxing and personal instruction alike, our top priority is not merely teaching technique but helping students gain the ability to think, devise and grow on their own.
A Spirit of Courtesy and Respect
“Begin with a bow, end with a bow” — this is the basis of karate and budo. Before and after training and matches, we always bow to show respect for our partners.
- Thorough etiquette and greetings
- A habit of expressing gratitude
Building up these basics develops not only strength but also dignity as a person.
Clear, Safe Instruction
In every class we teach according to each student’s level of mastery.
- Content suited to each level, from beginner to advanced
- Small classes with follow-up matched to each person’s understanding
- Safety first, encouraging challenge within reasonable limits
This lets even those who are not athletic, or new to combat sports, take part with confidence.
Emphasis on Fun and a Sense of Achievement
We treasure the joy of the moment a technique finally clicks. The process of challenging, failing and improving as you move forward is the very source of growth and enjoyment.
- Clear progression so achievement is felt
- Making “Challenge!”, “I did it!” and “This is fun!” part of everyday training
- Through karate and kickboxing, learning the “knack of persevering” that serves daily life
Everyone starts as a beginner. At Seikukai, we wholeheartedly support every person taking that first step.
The Core of Our Teaching: Education Aligned with Seikukai’s Philosophy
Seikukai’s instruction is grounded in our philosophy, vision, mission and values. In every class we develop not only technique but also character, thinking ability and courtesy at the same time.
Teaching Policy for Every Group
- Kids class: nurturing thinking ability, courtesy and cooperation
- Junior / adult class: improving strategic thinking and technical skill
- Kickboxing / personal: strategic instruction tailored to individual goals and improved self-management
Seikukai offers a place to challenge yourself and grow to everyone, regardless of age or experience.
Seikukai’s teaching policy is not simply to “teach techniques,” but to develop, all at once, philosophy-based education, thinking ability, courtesy, enjoyment and a sense of achievement.
The ability to think, devise and act for yourself; the human qualities of courtesy and consideration; and the confidence gained through experiences of success — Seikukai’s distinctive feature is that you can practice all of these through karate, kickboxing and personal training.
Philosophy Statement
Through combat sports and budo, Seikukai develops not only strength but the power to live, combining kindness and intelligence. We pass the Japanese spirit and the wisdom of body control on to the next generation, enriching the future of individuals and society.
Vision
We raise the social value of combat sports and budo, and develop people who possess “thinking strength” and “a dignified heart.”
And we aim to share Japan’s martial spirit and culture with the world, establishing a budo culture respected by the international community.
Mission
1. Redefining combat sports
We position combat sports as ultra-high-speed strategic-thinking training, raising their value as an “intellectual sport fought with the mind.”
2. Practicing budo education
We systematically teach the spirituality, etiquette and body control that school education cannot provide, honing the fundamental abilities of a person.
3. Developing people and contributing to society
We develop people who combine strength, kindness and wisdom, and through the fusion of combat sports and budo, strengthen the spiritual and cultural foundations of Japanese society.
Values
Seikukai practices the seven virtues of bushido as a standard of conduct for living in the modern age.
Righteousness | the courage to choose what is right
Courage | the strength to challenge beyond fear
Benevolence | a heart that adds kindness to strength
Respect | an attitude of respecting others
Honesty | a life where words and deeds match
Honor | the pride of not deceiving oneself
Loyalty | a spirit that values comrades and shared purpose
