Smith Family Dojo Handbook

Smith Family Dojo4251 Legion Rd. Suite 113

Hope Mills, NC 28348(910) 987-1677

Website: www.SmithFamilyDojo.comFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/SmithFamilyDojo

Revised: March 01, 2016, LMS

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Hello and Congratulations. You have taken your first steps into the world of martial arts. We are thankful that you have chosen us to share in that journey with you. The path you have chosen is a long and sometimes arduous one, but it is also the most satisfying. Learning to control your emotions, and disciplining your body and mind will make you a more aware and balanced person. We believe that through dedicated training, our programs will help participants to achieve their goals in life and everyday situations. Welcome you to your new Dojo Family.

A word about our instructor:

Sensei Kevin H. Smith 5th Degree Black Belt (Godan) Okinawa Kenpo Karate and Kobudo

Mr. Smith was born and raised in Eastern North Carolina. Sensei, has trained actively for over 25 years, 17 of which has been teaching. His teaching experience includes; private lessons, group lessons, self-defense classes, and Instructor at The Boys and Girls Club of Greenville, NC. He is a student of Hanshi Larry Isaac (10th Degree Black Belt, JuDan) of Jacksonville, NC.

He is a Christian husband to Army Veteran and Co-founder, Laura Smith. They are the parents to six children, four of which actively train at Smith Family Dojo.

“Livin’ the Dream”.

-Sensei Kevin Smith

Smith Family Dojo4251 Legion Rd. Suite 113

Hope Mills, NC 28348(910) 987-1677

Website: www.SmithFamilyDojo.comFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/SmithFamilyDojo

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Smith Family Dojo’s goal is to develop future black belts who are fit, both mentally as well as

physically. Therefore, we require a standard of behavior at home, and grade achievement at school before

allowing students to test for promotion. Parental involvement is crucial for a successful journey!

Please save our Student Handbook and go over it with your child as needed.

Registration Fees

A registration fee of $99 is due upon enrollment. $50 for each addition student. This fee

is non-refundable.

If a student is absent for more than 180 days, registration fee must be paid again upon

return to the dojo. Waiting list applies to full classes.

Tuition Fees

All tuition payments are due on the 1st of each month. Payments may be made by: Cash, credit card, check (checks payable to: Smith Family

Dojo) There is a $25 fee for all returned checks. If tuition payments have not been received by the 7th day of the month a $15 late fee will

added to your account - Unless prior arrangements have been made with us. Tuition Payments are NOT pro-rated and non-refundable. Failure to pay tuition on time (NLT the 7th of each month), may result in the student

losing his/her spot in class. Remember, we do not offer contracts. If you want to keep your spot in class, tuition must be paid even if the student does not attend the majority of classes for the month. If tuition payments are not made and student is absent for an entire month, they will have to pay the current tuition rate when they come back to class. Current tuition rate is $95 monthly per student (not including family member discount). This applies to vacations, other sports or school activities etc.

Belt Testing Eligibility

1. Good home report (child must be behaving at home with respectful & positive attitude).

2. Good school report (no failing grades, blue belt and above must have minimum GPA 2.5).

3. New students must have completed one month of training to be eligible to test.

4. Existing students must not have missed more than one month of training since their last exam to be eligible to test.

5. Regular attendance to classes is required to be eligible to test

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Testing Schedule & Fees

Testing is scheduled four times a year, in the months of December, March, June, and September.

Testing Fees: Children and Adult classes (Does not apply to Little Tigers Program):

Yellow belts $50 Orange Belts $60 Green Belts $70 Purple belts $80 Blue belts $90 Brown belts $100 Black Belt (Shodan) $200 Black Belt (Nidan) $300

** New testing fees are effective June 2016

Little Tigers are $40 for all grades

Little Tigers Belt System:

White Belt with Yellow Stripe White Belt with Orange Stripe White Belt with Green Stripe White Belt with Purple Stripe White Belt with Blue Stripe White Belt with Brown Stripe (equal to yellow belt)

Sparring and Safety equipment:

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After an introductory period to basics, we will begin introducing sparring concepts with the students. All yellow belts and above in rank, must have their own set of sparring equipment (siblings may share gear). Any student who does not have fighting gear who is yellow belt or above, will not be allowed to spar in class. Please note that safety equipment is required for participation when sparring. Head gear, hand gear, foot gear, and a mouth guard are the minimum for sparring. NO EXEPTIONS. Male athletic protectors are recommended. Smith Family Dojo’s sparring gear is for new students. We highly encourage you to purchase your own safety equipment for your own personal use in the dojo and while practicing at home, regardless of what rank you are. Please see Sensei Smith, or Mrs. Smith if you have any questions about purchasing any sparring gear or other training equipment.

Student of the Month Every month throughout the calendar year, one student is recognized for displaying outstanding traits In/Out of the dojo. All Student of the Month recipients will receive a certificate and recognition on our website. At the end of the year, a plaque will be made and placed on the dojo wall displaying their names.

SFD Competition Team

Smith Family Dojo’s Competition Team currently competes in three to four different tournaments annually.

Competition team classes are held on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month from 6:00 – 8:00pm.

Competition quality uniform required to compete Monthly Fee for new comp team members is $20. Effective: March 1st 2016 Sparring gear is MANDATORY for ALL team members Regular class attendance is required to compete Regular Participation in dojo fundraisers Required Participation in dojo events Participate in community events throughout the year (demos, volunteering, workshops,

parades etc.)

If you are interested or would like more information on joining our SFD Comp Team, come see us!

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Student CreedWe will build confidence through knowledge in the MIND,

honesty in the HEART and STRENGTH in the body.We will keep FRIENDSHIPS with one another, and will

help to build a STRONG and HAPPY community.We will NEVER fight to achieve selfish ends, but to

develop MIGHT FOR RIGHT!I

Student PledgeI will develop myself in a positive manner and avoid

anything that could reduce my mental growth or physical health.

I will develop self-discipline in order to bring out the best in myself and others.

I will use what I learn in class constructively and defensively to help myself and my fellow man. I will not

be abusive or offensive.We are dedicated.We are motivated.

We are on a quest to be the BEST!

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Safety in the Dojo

The most important thing in the Dojo is the safety of each student, the safety of the students’ training and the parent/guardians or any others, observing the training in the Dojo. The Dojo has

certain rules that EVERYONE must follow to ensure safety. Please go over these rules with your child and keep this handbook in a safe place to reference later on if you have questions.

Everyone gives 100% Nothing is free THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO HORSE-PLAY IN THE DOJO! Do not leave your gear out in the way of others ALL shoes and gear will be kept properly

stored in provided areas. Always warm up properly before stretching and participting in training, even if you are

practicing alone. Always ensure that you have ALL protective gear when participating in Sparring. Always be aware of your surroundings and people around you, for their safey and yours. Always make sure your Instructor(s) is/are aware of any illness or injury you might have

when you get to class. BE AWARE OF YOUR PHYSICAL CONDITION! DO NOT practive until your illness or injury has healed completely, you could slow the healing process if you attempt to return too early.

Each student should know his/her physical condition, stamina and physical strength. We encourage all our students to do their best at all times. However, DO NOT force yourself to do the impossible.

Let the Instructor know immediately if you sustain and injury while training in the Dojo or if you feel sick.

Do not eat right before training Always keep properly hydrated. DRINK WATER! Please bring a water bottle to class. When you start training with weapons (Kobudo), ALWAYS be aware of others around

you. Listen to the instructor(s) at all times. Any “horse-play” will result in you being told to leave the training floor. Many of the

weapons can leave painful bruises, or cause broken bones. If not handled properly, the weapons we work with, could cause life threatening injuries or death.

You MUST NEVER touch or pick up ANY weapon that does not belong to you WITHOUT PERMISSION.

When using training equipment always handle it with care. If you have any questions regarding safetly please ASK!

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Instructor: Sensei Kevin Smith

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