The TKS Vision Ý

To enhance the lives of its practitioners by;

[    Enabling pupils to access a diverse structured exercise program

[    Achievable goals to increase self confidence and achievement

[    Developing an ethos of mutual respect and equality

[    Access to highest level of knowledge

TKS Instructors  Ý

Provide high quality instruction in all aspects of the system through; 

[   Depth of understanding of instructors

[    Access to highest level of knowledge

[    Clear learning materials

[    Equality of pupils/students means a practice for all.

TKS  Ý

Promote self discipline, self confidence and self development by;       

[    Setting pupils achievable goals

[    Consistently Applying dojo etiquette

[    Enabling pupils to follow the Komuso way

[    Giving clear guidelines as to student/instructor expectations

[    A clear structure of progression and self development

[    Utilising high quality training equipment specific to purpose

[    Ensuring safe and regular practice

Dojo Etiquette. Ý

“A three year old knows the difference between right and wrong, yet even a 300 year old cannot avoid making mistakes” – source unknown

[     Students should always bow when entering and leaving the dojo.

[     When practice is to begin all students should form a circle and bow when indicated by the instructor.

[     During partner work students should bow to their partners before and after practice.

[     In order to prevent injury students must follow the guidance given by the instructor and not be inclined to experiment.

[     When instruction is given students should remain still, listen carefully and only begin once the instructor gives permission.

[     Training equipment should not be left lying around the dojo but should be kept safely away in a bag or hold all until needed.

[     All pupils should wear correct uniform to every lesson, nails should be short and no jewellery or watches worn.

[     Please leave mobiles on silent to prevent unnecessary interruptions.

Metsuke (~ looking, seeing) Ý

We all probably saw a picture of an old Japanese master gazing as if to mount Fuji into the distance. This man or woman sees everything ànd nothing.

Kiai (ki ~ mind, ai ~harmony)  Ý   

No appropriate translation is adequate but something like an outburst of energy is a literal meaning.

A loud yell when you perform a kick or a hitting technique, or when you use strength when throwing your opponent. Kiai can be an affective tool for regulating your way of breathing. For instance try to make a throwing technique while holding your breath! So, when kiai is used naturally it is the right way.

Kiai should not be exaggerated, to much kiai, on every kick or hit is overdone; as long as you breathe out every time. With good kiai you can put your opponent off balance. Maybe not literally but it makes one unsure, which gives you a greater chance of succeeding.