Black Belt Club
Grandmaster Brigham has over forty years of experience in the martial arts. He holds the equivalent of a professorship with the Filipino martial arts association. He has taught thousands of students and is recognized world wide for his contribution to the martial arts.
Our Instructors are experts at determining which students have the necessary attributes for "going all the way". Based upon our experience, we feel that students displaying the following three traits are the most likely candidates for achieving a black belt.
Accepting membership into the Black Belt Club means that you are agreeing to take action on your goal of earning a black belt. Here's a checklist to help you and your family make the decision to join the Black Belt Club:
Willing to maintain good attendance?
Interested in learning additional skills including weapons, and advanced techniques from other styles?
Willing to overcome obstacles and distractions that may challenge your progress?
Willing to provide leadership and assistance to under-ranks as you progress into advanced training?
Attitude
The first attribute is the black belt attitude. This is the never-quit attitude of a winner. Students with the black belt attitude consistently maintain high levels of positive self expectancy in and out of the martial arts school. Having this kind of attitude is critical for earning a black belt.
Attendance
The second attribute is attendance. Students with consistent class attendance typically have the follow-through skills necessary for sticking to major goals. Also, we have learned that good attendance is an indicator of strong self discipline; another necessary quality for achieving black belt. We realize that it's difficult to change any one technique or improve any one area of life 100% overnight. Instead, we seek to improve 100 little areas 1% each week. When achieved consistently, these improvements will lead to fantastic mental and physical breakthroughs. Clearly, this type of learning can only be accomplished through consistent class attendance.
Commitment
The third attribute is a true commitment to earning a black belt. In many ways, this attribute is the most important.
At Shorin Kung Fu, we have two levels of students. The first is the beginner who is in the midst of their introduction to the exciting world of martial arts. These students are considered entry-level students. Since they have not yet committed to earning a black belt, they are only scheduled to attend a limited number of classes per week and are not taught certain more advanced techniques.
Our second level students are those individuals that have made the commitment to earn their black belt. These students have demonstrated their long-term dedication to their instructor and school by becoming a member of the Black Belt Club. In turn, our instructors will conduct specialized classes and enter into advanced training with these students.
By nominating you to join the Black Belt Club, we have determined that you have all three of these attributes and more. We believe that you have what it takes to earn your black belt, and we are willing to commit to providing you with the leadership, guidance and skills necessary to get you there. The rest is up to you.
Your membership in the Black Belt Club opens up a whole new world for your growth as a martial artist. By fully utilizing the privileges of membership, you will accelerate your learning, strengthen personal development attributes, and most of all, move into the inner circle of your school.
Earning a Black Belt represents a number of important traits!How important are those traits to you?
The black belt represents high personal standards. Black belts have high levels of self confidence in their ability to follow through and get the job done despite any obstacles.
Black belts have razor sharp focus and concentration skills.
Black belts are secure in their ability to take care of themselves and feel no need to showoff or brag.
Black belts understand the importance of respect and courtesy
Black belts develop intense levels of self discipline and self control that aid them in all areas of achievements.
Black belts finish jobs. The world is full of great starters, but black belts realize that it's the completion of the final 10-15% of a project that separates the best of us, from the rest of us
Black Belts are healthy, coordinated people who value their physical and mental well-being. They are less apt to fall into abusive habits that might threaten their senses of wellness
Black belts are leaders. (Leadership training is an important aspect of advanced level training in martial arts.)
Black belts place a strong value on contribution and services to others. Black belt training teaches that we can have anything in life we want, as long as we help as many people as possible achieve what they want in life
Benefits
A special patch to wear on your uniform
Opportunity to attend additional classes
In-house Black Belt Club only seminars and special events hosted by your school
Monthly Black Belt Club members' only class
Increased chances for special team qualification
The lowest possible per-class tuition
Special goal setting and review programs directed by our Instructors
Pride and prestige since membership is possible only through the recommendation of the Instructor
Increased enthusiasm and commitment to your Black Belt goal.
Our Instructors are experts at determining which students have the necessary attributes for "going all the way". Based upon our experience, we feel that students displaying the following three traits are the most likely candidates for achieving a black belt.
Accepting membership into the Black Belt Club means that you are agreeing to take action on your goal of earning a black belt. Here's a checklist to help you and your family make the decision to join the Black Belt Club:
Willing to maintain good attendance?
Interested in learning additional skills including weapons, and advanced techniques from other styles?
Willing to overcome obstacles and distractions that may challenge your progress?
Willing to provide leadership and assistance to under-ranks as you progress into advanced training?
Attitude
The first attribute is the black belt attitude. This is the never-quit attitude of a winner. Students with the black belt attitude consistently maintain high levels of positive self expectancy in and out of the martial arts school. Having this kind of attitude is critical for earning a black belt.
Attendance
The second attribute is attendance. Students with consistent class attendance typically have the follow-through skills necessary for sticking to major goals. Also, we have learned that good attendance is an indicator of strong self discipline; another necessary quality for achieving black belt. We realize that it's difficult to change any one technique or improve any one area of life 100% overnight. Instead, we seek to improve 100 little areas 1% each week. When achieved consistently, these improvements will lead to fantastic mental and physical breakthroughs. Clearly, this type of learning can only be accomplished through consistent class attendance.
Commitment
The third attribute is a true commitment to earning a black belt. In many ways, this attribute is the most important.
At Shorin Kung Fu, we have two levels of students. The first is the beginner who is in the midst of their introduction to the exciting world of martial arts. These students are considered entry-level students. Since they have not yet committed to earning a black belt, they are only scheduled to attend a limited number of classes per week and are not taught certain more advanced techniques.
Our second level students are those individuals that have made the commitment to earn their black belt. These students have demonstrated their long-term dedication to their instructor and school by becoming a member of the Black Belt Club. In turn, our instructors will conduct specialized classes and enter into advanced training with these students.
By nominating you to join the Black Belt Club, we have determined that you have all three of these attributes and more. We believe that you have what it takes to earn your black belt, and we are willing to commit to providing you with the leadership, guidance and skills necessary to get you there. The rest is up to you.
Your membership in the Black Belt Club opens up a whole new world for your growth as a martial artist. By fully utilizing the privileges of membership, you will accelerate your learning, strengthen personal development attributes, and most of all, move into the inner circle of your school.
Earning a Black Belt represents a number of important traits!How important are those traits to you?
The black belt represents high personal standards. Black belts have high levels of self confidence in their ability to follow through and get the job done despite any obstacles.
Black belts have razor sharp focus and concentration skills.
Black belts are secure in their ability to take care of themselves and feel no need to showoff or brag.
Black belts understand the importance of respect and courtesy
Black belts develop intense levels of self discipline and self control that aid them in all areas of achievements.
Black belts finish jobs. The world is full of great starters, but black belts realize that it's the completion of the final 10-15% of a project that separates the best of us, from the rest of us
Black Belts are healthy, coordinated people who value their physical and mental well-being. They are less apt to fall into abusive habits that might threaten their senses of wellness
Black belts are leaders. (Leadership training is an important aspect of advanced level training in martial arts.)
Black belts place a strong value on contribution and services to others. Black belt training teaches that we can have anything in life we want, as long as we help as many people as possible achieve what they want in life
Benefits
A special patch to wear on your uniform
Opportunity to attend additional classes
In-house Black Belt Club only seminars and special events hosted by your school
Monthly Black Belt Club members' only class
Increased chances for special team qualification
The lowest possible per-class tuition
Special goal setting and review programs directed by our Instructors
Pride and prestige since membership is possible only through the recommendation of the Instructor
Increased enthusiasm and commitment to your Black Belt goal.
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