One of the first things that new students learn when they come to class is how to bow. Watch this video to find out exactly how to do it:
Bowing is a sign of respect and happens in the following situations:
New students...
If you are new to karate, your Sensei will be particularly impressed when you come to your first class and already know how to bow!
- Starting an interaction with someone - like saying "hello"
- Acknowledging a beneficial interaction (saying "thank you")
- Starting or ending a Kata
- Entering or leaving the training hall (called "dojo" in karate)
New students...
If you are new to karate, your Sensei will be particularly impressed when you come to your first class and already know how to bow!