FAQ

When entering the dojo, please take off your shoes and say “Osu” (means Respect, Patience and Appreciation). When leaving the dojo, remember to bow ” Osu”. Before walking on and off the mat, please bow “Osu” and arrive on time. If you arrive late to a class, please bow “Osu” and kneel down, close your eyes and wait for the instructor to welcome you to stand up and join the class. Similarly, if you must leave the class for any reason, please be sure to ask for the instructor’s permission. It's custom to shake hands with both hands to show your respect. Offensive language, training under the influence of alcohol or drugs is not tolerated. Only use the techniques for Self-Defense outside the dojo. OSU !

Please wear you uniform (Gi) for classes. For trial classes, you can wear your own athletic clothes until you get your own uniform (1st uniform free if you sign up). Remember to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated, but leave food and chewing gum off the mat. Try your best to keep your fingernails and toe nails cut short. For your own safety, take your jewelry off before class (watches, rings, bracelets, earrings, necklaces,...). Uniforms should be washed regularly, alongs with hand guards and shin guards. Equipments can be borrowed on your first classes, please disinfect them and put them back after use. OSU !

No experience is needed to join our dojo. We welcome and have members from all ages, gender and levels. Safety and respect is our top priority and our instructors and your classmates will ensure you train at your own level and pace, sometimes breaking out in dedicated sessions. No matter your previous experience in martial arts (including Karate), we ask that you start with the first level (White belt) and work your way up in training and associated tests along the way.

Test sessions are regularly organized and involve dojo classmates to help you show all that you've learned. Once Sensei deems you ready for the next belt, you will be offered to join a test session which will involve vocabulary, kata (forms) and sparring (light fighting) depending on your test level (belt color).