Definitions

Question 1

What is true self-defense?

5 things

Answer 1

True self-defense is not just defending yourself against physical aggression, but against poor health, a bad attitude, negative energy, injury, and apathy.

Question 2

What is kaizen?

Answer 2

Kaizen is a long-term approach to work that systemically seeks to achieve small, incremental changes in processes in order to improve efficiency and quality.

• C.A.N.I - Continuous and never-ending improvement.
• In Japanese, Kaizen translated to Good Change.

Question 3

Karate-do

Answer 3

The moral way of the empty hand.

kara=empty, te=hand

Question 4

Karateka’s way

Answer 4

A Karateka’s way or path is a hero’s journey to self-improvement

• requires a physical, mental and spiritual transformation
• from hard work, discipline, and consistency.

Question 5

Black Belt success system

Answer 5

Know what you want, Have a plan and a success coach, Take consistent action, Review and renew your goals

Question 6

Black Belt Attitude

Answer 6

A positive winning way of thinking - gombatte

Question 7

6 Steps to Defend yourself against sickness

Answer 7

1) Exercise consistently
2) Eat well and drink water
3) Get adequate rest
4) Practice good hygiene
5) Keep a healthy mindset
6) Give of your time to help others

Question 8

Black Belt Leader

What and how accomplished (5 things)?

Answer 8

Someone constantly striving for perfection of character
This is accomplished by:
-keeping high personal standards
-demonstrating self-control
-living a disciplined lifestyle
-making positive contributions to your community
-continuing the practice of karate with the idea of upholding time-honored standards of proficiency in true self-defense

SHORT - perfection of character by: high personal standards, self-control, discipline, community, practicing karate aim of true self-defense

Question 9

ABCs of conflict avoidance

Answer 9

A - Avoid potentially dangerous situations
B - Breathe
C - Communicate with confidence
D - Don’t put yourself in a worse situation
E - Environment can create opportunities
F - Fire or STOP to get attention
G - Get away
H - Hit hard, Hit Fast, Get away and get help

Question 10

Honoured Person

Answer 10

One who honours

Question 11

Mighty person

Answer 11

One who has control over their emotions and can make friends of their enemies

Question 12

Newton’s Laws

Answer 12

1) Objects in motion tend to stay in motion unless acted upon by another force / Dao “The way”
2) F = Mass x Acceleration
3) For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction / Yin and Yang

Question 13

10 components of great kata

Answer 13

1. Form
2. Balance
3. Breath
4. Intent
5. Speed
6. Power
7. Kime
8. Kiai
9. Flow & Rhythm
10. Zanshin

Question 14

6 Ways to Generate Power with your legs and hips

Answer 14

1. Rising
2. Falling
3. Rotation
4. Momentum
5. Vibration
6. Pendulum

Question 15

Kumite Perfect Point

Answer 15

1. Maai - Distance
2. Atemi - vital striking point
3. Kime - focused energy
4. Zanshin
   WKF rules` add good form, timing and a sporting attitude

Question 16

Keiko

Answer 16

• In martial arts, the circle represents keiko - the process of never-ending training where one reflects and refines knowledge and application > gaining wisdom and understanding.
• A never-ending quest for living life well and continuing to grow
• It is “myo” = the subtle secret to the development of mind, body, and spirit.

Question 17

Who is a wise person?

Answer 17

One who learns from everyone

Question 18

Who is a rich person?

Answer 18

One who appreciates everything they have

Question 19

Shinnyo

Answer 19

Mindfulness

Question 20

Elements of Zanshin

Answer 20

Zanshin translates to Remaining Mind. It refers to a level of alertness and focus to finish the encounter completely with sustained awareness to ensure safety.
- A perfect finish

Question 21

Who is a brave person?

Answer 21

One who is smart enough to be afraid but takes action anyway.
(courage - feels fear but takes action despite)

Question 22

Who is a mighty person?

Answer 22

One who has control over their emotions and can make friends of their enemies.

Question 23

SLAM

Answer 23

Surprise
Leverage
Accuracy
Mindset

-Elements of strategy to win in a self-defense encounter (find ways to tip the scales in your favor!)

Question 24

Ki

Answer 24

Ki is energy, life force
Mental energy can influence ki
-prana in yoga

Question 25

FAST

Answer 25

Form
Accuracy
Speed
Timing

Question 26

Black Belt Mission

Answer 26

A Quest to do our best

• At the Ottawa school of karate, the black belt is a symbol of excellence. We strive to be our best.
• Black belt attitude is living actions that demonstrate doing good in the world.
• Concentration and focus coupled with self-discipline of consistency are the power tools to exceptional learning and growing.
• When we add respect for ourselves and others, we have the foundation for a positive, centered, human being.
• A Black Belt with Competence and Good Moral Character.

SHORT
Symbol of excellence
Good in world
Focus and discipline > lead to growth
Respect - for ourselves and others

Question 27

Bowing on the mat

Answer 27

Respect, safety, gratitude. With a promise to do your best now