CREEDS AND OATHS

BLACK BELT OATH

I, (name), accept with honor and privilege the Black Belt in the Martial Arts and do hereby swear to uphold the standards of honesty, integrity, courtesy, high moral code, and indomitable spirit.

I sincerely pledge to honor my instructor and school, with loyalty and support, and to value and carry on the Martial Arts tradition with respect and dignity.

I further pledge, with humility and gratitude, to continue my mental, physical, and spiritual growth to the highest, to lead by example, and to share what I have learned with others.

PRINCIPLES OF PRACTICE

(Student Creed)

Remembering that the martial arts begin and end with respect, I intend to:

Develop myself in a positive manner and avoid anything that would reduce my mental growth or physical health.

Develop self-discipline in order to bring out the best in myself and others.

Use what I learn in class constructively and defensively, to help myself and my fellow man and never to be abusive or offensive.