The Karate Center

Watching your child in class is like observing them in regular school. Please do not interrupt or interact with your child during class. This is disrespectful to the instructor and disruptive to the others in class.
Talking or having a conversation with other parents is distracting to the students and the instructor. Other parents watching their children are also distracted by talking. Please go outside to engage in conversations.
Keep younger children under control and quiet while watching class. Crying, screaming and restless children can be a major distraction to the class. Black belt parents know this and take these children outside during classes.
If you drop off your child for class, pick them up at the end of their class. We can not watch your child while classes are in session. If you are detained, please contact us and let us know.
Parents are asked to practice the rules and policies of the school. When mom and dad follow the school rules and regulation, their child will most likely follow their example. This begins at the door, bowing and greeting the instructor, no food or drink (only water), and observing the rules.
Listen to the instructor’s lessons and announcements; reinforce their positive behavior at home. Parents are part of our school’s team and help their children to improve by working with the instructors and staying informed.
Students are all individuals and will progress at their own rate. Never compare a child to their sibling or another student. Encourage and support each child’s progress and help to set and achieve their goals.
Remember why your child is here to begin with. Health, self defense and becoming a better person, are the three main reasons for training. Memorizing forms and techniques are not that important, only their improving as a person and personal growth and success.
Any question or concerns about their child’s training, progress, or about the school, they should go directly to the instructor, NOT to other parents. Do not engage in gossip, or negative conversations.
Parents are encouraging to all the students in the school during class, and all other events. Through your example, our students will learn to encourage and support everyone in our school.
Make sure that you and your child demonstrate respect and courtesy when attending Tournaments and other martial arts functions. Avoid confrontations with judges and other parents. Show respect and courtesy is a great way to teach your children to be good sports, whether they win or lose. Any and All concerns should be discussed with your instructor at an appropriate time.
Help your students set and achieve their goals in and out side the dojang. Parents know that goal setting will help your children develop perseverance and self discipline needed to honor commitments and achieve their goals.