Our Core Values | The Dojo Kun

The Dojo Kun is the oath of the Karate’ka. The Dojo Kun embodies the qualities that each individual MUST be striving for through the physical efforts of Karate training.

“The ultimate aim of the Art of Karate lies not in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its participants”
Quote by Master Gichin Funakoshi

Dojo Kun in Japanese and English

“Hitotsu! Jinkaku Kansei Ni Tsutomuru Koto!”
(One! To Strive For the Perfection Of Character!)

“Hitotsu! Makoto No Michi O Mamoru KOTO!
(One! To Defend the Path Of Truth!)

“Hitotsu! Doryoku No Seishin O Yashinau Koto!
(One! To Foster the Spirit Of Effort!)

“Hitotsu! Reigi O Omonzura Koto!
(One! To Honour The Principles Of Etiquette!)

“Hitotsu! Kekki No Yu O Imashimuru Koto!
(One! To Guard against Impetuous Courage!)