Bell High School Karate
Class Description
Mr. Galarze
Room C3
Purpose:
The purpose of this class is to give you the opportunity to learn a new skill, promote school pride and introduce you to organizations available in your community and at local colleges.
Class Structure:
You will be given instruction in traditional Japanese Karate. The class structure will be similar to that of a traditional Japanese Karate Dojo and college Karate club. Instruction in dojo etiquette (manners) and procedures will be given.
Belt Promotion:
You will have the opportunity to be given a test of your knowledge based on attendance and practice. Students may earn a promotion to next belt/rank.
White Belt Blue Belt
Purple Belt
Yellow Belt Red Belt
Orange Belt Brown Belt
Green Belt Black Belt
Rules:
No gum chewing
No jewelry
No shoes on mats
No class disruptions
Be appropriate on campus
Keeps hands to yourself
Traditional Japanese Karate
Typically, a traditional, Japanese Karate class will include four areas of training: Kihon (basics), Kata (forms), Kumite (sparring), and self-defense. Techniques are taught on a gradient to endure student understanding and safety. Promotion, or belt testing is based on time spent training and understanding of newly acquired knowledge. Most karate dojos encourage their students to attend three to four classes per week. Testing dates are always at the discretion of the instructor.