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Note from Sensei
The relationship of a Sensei to the dojo is very difficult to define, as it encompasses many varying aspects of life. The Sensei must flow through the students in many different levels of communication and reach to the far corners of the student’s life. A Sensei is sometimes a father and also at times, even a mother; an adviser and chastiser. A Sensei, though different, is the same as everyone else. He is human in a controlled way and deserves respect for he has travelled long upon the Do(way).
A Sensei should be a good teacher by conveying at the correct time the appropriate knowledge in the best way and manner to the student and must be able to see the students and their problems as they never can-impartially. A Sensei shows no favour, indeed as progression is attained, he becomes harder on those that have progressed. He is kind but firm to beginners on the path.
A Sensei advises, in an appropriate manner, in the inner spiritual aspects of the art and always a friendly ear, who listens properly as they tend to categorise him into either a teacher or friend. He is neither but yet both and more. He sees a student in a free way, unmoved by external face or appearance and he helps in the best way befitting a student. If this is to be hard, he is so, if it is to be soft then he is so. But always it is in the best manner for the students, for the Sensei’s heart is forever with them.
Often a Sensei may test his student by taking views dramatically opposed to theirs and then study their reactions.
Silence is often the best form of praise that a Sensei will give to his students. He will note what affects the students both in and out of the dojo, how he acts to his friends, his family, his work and will act upon the student accordingly.
The Sensei will put forth untruths to see if they are accepted, say nothing when he should speak volumes. He is king when there is no apparent reason. He may be a tyrant or compassionate, but through all these externals, his heart is still for them. He listens when they speak but can see the inner reasons for their speech; he is unmoved but can move. The Sensei is forever active, even in a subdued way. He gives while others take and asks no rewards save proficiency of mind and body. He is sad, sometimes happy, let down and often abused, but forever holds to the way, for that is his life. Though outsides may change, the Sensei does not, though he can adapt at will completely, the inward ideals and principles are always there. He persists when there is no apparent reason. That is why he is a Sensei. On the average, it takes 2,000 students to produce one worthwhile Sensei. If you have one take care of him.
Written by Bob Dalgleish The Sensei
Quote
“You get what you give.”
Tip
Power is rooted in the feet, developed by the legs and directed by the hips.
Miyamoto Musashi’s 9 ways of Strategy
1. Do not think dishonestly.
2. The way is in the training.
3. Be familiar with every art.
4. Know the ways of all profession.
5. Distinguish between gain & loss in worldly matters.
6. Develop intuitive judgement and understanding for everything.
7. Perceive that which cannot be seen.
8. Pay attention even to triffles.
9. Do nothing which is of no use.
Community Events
On May 12, there were two seminars conducted by Dr. Denis Carrier and Mr. Josh Downer. The students who attended the seminar, were treated to awesome techniques. You can view pictures from the Wan Chu and Staff Seminar by following this link. Funds raised will go towards the purchase of equipment for the dojo. Thanks to the two instructors.
Achievements
- Sempai Alicia Sue received her Sempai designation
- Dr. Denis Carrier received his Shodan Ho (Junior Black Belt)
- Mr. Josh Downer received his Shodan Ho (Junior Black Belt)
June Birthday Celebrations
- Sempai Alicia Sue
- Keita Lorente
- Raceen Cruz
- Adam Kur
Upcoming Events
June 8- 10 - Dragon Boat Festival - Guelph Lake
- come see our Demonstration Team and Lion Dance Team in action !
June 24 - Belt Grading
- Kids and Adults
- 10:00AM
Check the Events Calendar page also
Newsletter Submissions
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