The Three Rules

3 Rules

We use three rules in our karate class so that our expectations are clear and simple for students to understand.

Self Discipline: Doing the things you know you should do, when you’re supposed to, without being told.

Examples:

  • Speak positively for an entire day, even if it hasn’t been a particularly good day.
  • Rmember to complete homework or practice for school and other activities without reminders.
  • Complete chores or other tasks without getting distracted.

Respect: Treating others the way you want to be treated.

Examples:

  • Take time to say “thank you” to someone for help or support.
  • Treat classmates, coworkers, or siblings politely and positively, take the time to
    listen to them.
  • Have a conversation with someone you wouldn’t normally talk to.

Self Control: Controlling your behavior to fit the situation you are in.

Examples:

  • Take responsibility for a mistake and say “I’m sorry”
  • When you get upset, take three breaths and count to 5 before you choose how to react.
  • Wait for someone to finish talking instead of interrupting them.