
SOTAI KEMPO
Martial Arts Academy


getting started
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The pathway to Sotai Kempo
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What to expect
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What to bring
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Beginners Selection Phase
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Dojo rules

The Pathway to begin your lifelong Sotai Kempo lifestyle:
How to Apply:
Steps to accepting serious Kenshi for the
"Special Elite 1st Cohort Selection Phase."
1. You Initiate contact in the "Initiate Contact" section
at the bottom of every page
Comment "I want to Pass Selection" or
by sending us a direct message, then
2. You will be contacted to make a suitable time for a brief consultation with Sensei.
3. Sensei will phone you for a brief consultation to
answer eight questions.
4. Upon concluding your consultation,
those selected will be invited to start your two week
free selection phase.
(For whichever Tier you can realistically manage.)
5. You will have 3 days to accept the invite & get started,
(then the invite is withdrawn.)
6. Come to the Dojo at your scheduled time.
Start your 2 week selection phase .
7. At the completion of your two weeks,
having demonstrated the criteria sought after,
Sensei will invite you to register for the “Special Elite Cohort”
(See Fees page for details.)
4. You accept & register. $120.00 (Once only.)
and start paying the weekly fees; Locking in your place & fee for the
Tier schedule you have selected. (See Fees page for details.)
Your official uniform & white belt are provided, by the academy.
6. The First 4 weeks a 100% attendance is mandatory, to continue on special offer rate. (Otherwise reverting to regular fee for tier.)
What to Expect:
To be welcomed and treated with respect.
Sensei will lead you through the whole process,
making it easy and stress-free.
Your first classes up to Yellow Belt are flexible, fun, and designed for beginners of all fitness levels.
You’ll start learning the basics of
stances, stepping, blocking, punching, and kicking
preparing you for your first grading test - 7th Kyu Yellow Belt.
What to Bring:
* You will require a goal & the determination to work hard.
With
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Loose, comfortable gym clothing.
(no uniform required for your 2 week free selection phase.) -
A water bottle.
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A positive, "I'll give it a go" attitude.
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You don't have to wait for a new term.
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You can start your journey now.
Every new Kenshi starts with the Free 2 week Selection Phase
Refer to our Schedule for weekly times.
Apply with the Determination to
Train Hard
Train Often
Train for Life

dojo rules
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Must have fun.
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You don’t have to do anything you don’t feel comfortable with.
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Nobody gets hurt.
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Introduce yourself when appropriate.
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Support and encourage others.
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Must learn something every lesson.
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Never laugh “at” anyone: it’s ok to make mistakes.
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Show respect at all times.
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Ensure you and your dogi/clothes are clean and fresh for close contact with others.
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Ensure finger and toe nails are clean & trimmed.
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Remove all jewelry and accessories.
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Practice the art of actively listening.
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Never give up.
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Remember rules 1 to 13.
