Students who wish to develop leadership skills may apply to be assistants in the dojo. The program is intended to develop future instructors through practice and mentorship.
 

Background

• Teaching is the most advanced way to practice karate.

• Assistants are positive role models for junior students and gain leadership experience through practice.

• Students who assist with classes develop strong foundations by being the good example

• Dependable assistants help offload the physical effort of teaching from senior instructors

 

Eligibility

• A Green Belt age 13 or higher

• Is physically capable of demonstrating proper technique

• Has demonstrated a commitment to their own training through excellent class attendance 

• Is committed to 90 minutes of volunteering per week on a regular rotation 

 

Responsibilities

• Attend volunteer training events and meetings

• Show up 5 minutes before class starts to greet students

• Assist with the warm-up / stretch at the beginning of class

• Act as the example for new techniques being taught

• Lead junior ranks through lower-belt kata

• Partner with students when needed for bag work, sparring etc

• Proactively manage their own schedule and gives sufficient notice of scheduling conflicts

 

Rewards

• High school students may count volunteer hours towards community service requirements. Volunteers with exceptional service will receive special recognition at the year-end celebration.

• Students 90 volunteer hours are eligible to be paid for teaching when they become Black Belts. Black belts who teach may be eligible for reduced tuition fees.

• Black belts who have completed 90 hours of volunteering and 20 hours of solo teaching are eligible for the CNGK Instructor’s certificate.