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The Evanston Gen-Ki School was established by Sensei Zachary Bradley. We recommend that you sit in to see if this class is for you. No appointment necessary. Stop in on Saturdays at 1655 Foster Street, Evanston, IL 60201 for our weekend class anytime between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm. Call or sign up online for our classes at the Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center.

Tuesday, June 10, 2014

Six Ways of Good Citizenship

Practicing martial arts of any style requires self-control and good character. Citizenship—being a subject of a state or nation—consists of six characteristics: Respect, fairness, caring, responsibility, courage and honesty.

Respect others and their beliefs. More importantly, one should respect students and teachers of other martial arts. Never slander them or their style. We never heard Sensei Zachary Bradley put down any other martial art style. In fact, he encouraged his students to study whatever style interested them and bring back what they learn to help our class improve.

Fairness: Take your turn and listen to others regardless of circumstances.

Caring: Think about what your partner, friend or relative needs. What you need and what others need are often very different. Do not assume people know you care about them. Tell them and show them.

Responsibility: You have a duty to honor your parents, teachers and community. Think about what you are supposed to do and do it with enthusiasm. Think before you act.

Courage: Do the right thing, preserve your dignity and defend your life. Never be the aggressor or harm anyone out of spite. If you do something wrong, take responsibility for it and be honest about your failures.

Honesty: Speak the truth regardless of circumstances. Your words lead to actions—both good and bad. People will respect you more if you are honest.

This article refers to terms explained in Scott Foresman Social Studies Regions.

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