Black Belt Club
What is the BBC
The BBC is an association of active Black Belts and those students who
have set reaching Black Belt as their Martial Arts goal. The BBC provides
its members an in depth and traditional training curriculum designed to
help them achieve Black Belt Excellence and the highest levels of
physical, mental and spiritual development.
Benefits and Privileges of the BBC
Being a member of the BBC testifies to the student's high level of
dedication to, and proficiency in, the Martial Arts. Certain benefits and
privileges are made available to members as a way of both rewarding their
commitment
and supporting them in their quest to perform at their highest
potential.
- Special belts are worn by BBC members. All colored belts will have a black stripe down
the middle of their belts.
- BBC members can wear a special gi.
- Access to special training and equipment
- One private lesson per month with the Instructor.
- Special social events, workshops, and seminars (open only to BBC members).
- Possible selection to the SHKS Demo Team.
- BBC members are eligible for membership in the Leadership Teams: S.T.O.R.M. Team,
S.W.A.T. S.W.A.T. II, and D.E.L.T.A. Force teams.
- BBC members are eligible for Tamashii Quest, Warrior Quest, and Nyu Nanshin
Programs.
- Unlimited class privileges.
- BBC members will have their name placed on a black belt on the wall of the Dojo to bear
witness of their commitment to black belt.
BBC Objectives
The overall objective of the BBC is to help its members attain their
personal best. As martial artists, emphasis will be placed on skill and
technique, physical ability, and moral character.
BBC Qualifications
- Orange Belt minimum in rank.
- Demonstrates commitment, dedication, a hardworking and positive attitude, and honor.
- Essay on "Why you want to be a Black Belt and why you want to join the BBC".
- Respect (Rank, Honor, Traditions).
- Good grades (for students in school).
- Sponsorship from a BBC member.
- Must be able to attend 2 BBC classes a month or more.
- Recommended by Instructor.
BBC Obligations
BBC members must maintain the standards of the BBC. They must continue
to strive to achieve Black Belt Excellence. They must continue to be
examples of hard work and dedication. Failure to maintain these may / will
result in disciplinary action including suspension or expulsion from the
BBC.
