"You may not achieve rank by physical ability alone but must also develop the proper attitude."
Seikichi Toguchi, Shorei-kan Goju-ryu Master

Texas Okinawan Goju-Kai Federation Dojo Kun

  1. Harmonize Body, Mind, and Spirit.
  2. Be sincere in your learning.
  3. Help one another learn the techniques.
  4. Do not criticize, everyone is an individual.
  5. Be courteous in mind and heart. Respect the teacher(s) who taught you and be grateful.
  6. Do not become conceited. If you do, your progress will stop.
  7. Do not argue! Right is right, error is error!
  8. Treat a person with respect and you will gain respect.
  9. Do not become angry. He who is easily angered often loses courage at important moments.
  10. Practice to the best of your ability and everyone will benefit.

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