Character development comes in many forms. Students learn from their sensei and from the higher ranked students in the dojo. Students learn the importance of safety first in their practice. Training in appropriate response helps to teach a sense of responsibility for one’s actions and one's training. Through working closely with fellow Kokondo-ka, students learn to trust and respect themselves and others. Finally, rank promotions are awarded not just based on technique but based on each student's demonstration of high moral character.
The Seven Codes of Bushido provide Kokondo-ka with the fabric under which moral character can be developed and guided. Learning and demonstrating an understanding of the Codes of Bushido are as important to one’s Kokondo training as practicing basics and kata. It is the responsibility of each Kokondo sensei to instill an understanding of these codes in all students. Likewise, it is the responsibility of each student to learn the seven codes and to follow them to the best of their ability, not only in the dojo, but also in everyday life.
For an article on the role of Honor in the Code of Bushido, click here.
The text on this page was borrowed with the written permission of Sensei Adam Garber from www.MassKokondo.com .
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