We have five rules that every student learns while studying at Dragon - Phoenix Martial Arts & Fitness. These
rules help the student learn the proper mental training as well those physical techniques.
SELF-CONTROL: Your ability to control your
emotions and actions.
Self control is the ability to control your own actions and emotions.
As we mature into adults, we are expected to develop our levels of self control. When studying martial arts, self control
is essential. We expect our students to show control of their bodies when practicing a technique or sparring. We also expect
our students to control their minds when we intentionally make situations frustrating. Self control will not only help you
avoid panic in a dangerous situation, but more importantly, it will help you avoid negative situations all together. Practice
self control in the controlled setting of the Dojo so that you will possess it in the uncontrollable setting outside the Dojo.
SINCERITY: The honesty and integrity of your intentions.
We say that Sincerity is an honest promise. This means that you are an individual who keeps your word. We all know someone
who often promises things, but rarely delivers on their promises. Conversely, most of us know someone who rarely fails to
keep a promise. Obviously, we would rather be associated with the one who is sincere. Remember that others also feel the same
way the next time you have the opportunity to keep or break a promise.
CHARACTER: Who you really are as a person.
Character is the sum total of personal qualities that make you who you are. We say that a person's character is who they
are and what they do when they think no one is watching them. Everyone can be honorable and forthright when they know the
public is a witness to their actions. We see the REAL person when an individual has the perceived opportunity to do something
wrong without getting caught. Your character determines if you will do the right thing or the wrong thing.
ETIQUETTE: Using good manners.
Etiquette is the culmination of your personal manners. Etiquette is a generally accepted code of conduct when dealing
with other people. Those who treat others in the way that they would like to be treated are most often using good etiquette.
In the Dojo, students exhibit good manners by removing their shoes and bowing upon entering. Students who show up for special
events, and help keep the Dojo clean are also showing their understanding of etiquette.
EFFORT: The work that you do.
Effort is the exertion of strength (physical and/or mental) in an attempt to achieve a desired result. The results gained
from effort are directly related to the amount of effort exerted. Our objective is to require slightly more effort from our
students than they think they can give. This allows them to slowly increase their ability to sustain maximum levels of effort.
