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20 Rules for 'The Way of Life'
By Gichin Funakoshi

1. Karate-do begins and ends with bowing.

2. There is no first strike in karate.

3. Karate stands on the side of justice.

4. First know yourself, then know others.

5. Mentality over technique.

6. The heart must be set free.

7. Calamity springs from carelessness.

8. Karate goes beyond the dojo.

9. Karate is a lifelong pursuit.

10. Apply the way of karate to all things. Therein lies its beauty.

11. Karate is like boiling water; without heat, it returns to its tepid state.

12. Do not think of winning. Think, rather, of not losing.

13. Make adjustments according to your opponent.

14. The outcome of a battle depends on how one handles emptiness and fullness (weakness and strength).

15. Think of hands and feet as swords.

16. When you step beyond your own gate, you face a million enemies.

17. Formal stances are for beginners; later, one stands naturally.

18. Perform prescribed sets of techniques exactly; actual combat is another matter.

19. Do not forget the employment of withdrawal of power, the extension or contraction of the body, the swift or leisurely application of technique.

20. Be constantly mindful, diligent, and resourceful, in your pursuit of the Way

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Sensei John has been training at various spots around the area on his day off. Each week we'll publish a different video from his travels. If you see him out and about training, please say hello, he'll be pleased to chat about his activities.

This week is on Hin Lek Fai.

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Sensei John training in Pranburi Mangrove Forest:

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Another video of Sensei John training at Hin Lek Fai

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Training at Thum Kao Tao Temple

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2nd video of Sensei John training in the forest.

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KARATE INTO THE OLYMPICS - TOKYO 2020

Karate is a huge sport worldwide, and needs Olympic recognition to ensure it continues into the next generation.

If you agree with the above statement, please support the sport by signing the online petition:
https://www.change.org/p/%E5%85%A8%E6%9 ... lang=en-IN

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This week, Sensei John goes back to Hin Lek Fai

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This week, Sensei John is training on the pier on the lake at Khao Tao.

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Following tonight's best attended children's class for several months, due to work pressures, the club is now closed for the seasonal break.

Adults class will recommence on Tuesday 6 Jan 15.

Childrens class will recommence on 9 Jan 15.

I wish all students past and present a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, and look forward to seeing you ready for action next year.

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A video from our parent club in the UK featuring 2 young ladies undertaking their 1st Kyu Grading.

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Sensei John training at Khao Takiab

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Don't forget - Children's Grading & Assessments tomorrow evening (23 Jan'15)

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To warm himself up on a mid-winter's day, Sensei John went for a run up the local mountain to Wat Khao Sanam Chai. While there he took the opportunity to do a little training with Khao Takiab and the Gulf of Siam in the background.