March Week 3: RESPECT – Respecting Others, Ourselves & Our Environment
Respect: More Than Just Words
"Respect a man, and he will do all the more." – John Wooden
At Canadian Black Belt Academy Bolton, we teach that respect extends beyond people—it includes respecting yourself, others, and your environment. As the #1 ranked Karate school for kids, adults, and families in Bolton and Caledon, we emphasize that martial arts is more than just learning how to defend yourself—it’s about becoming a responsible, disciplined, and respectful individual.
Respect is about awareness and care. It means understanding the impact of your actions on those around you and on the world itself. Do you respect the dojo, your home, and public spaces? Do you treat people and their belongings with care? Do you respect yourself enough to make good choices?
Respect isn’t just something we show during Karate training—it’s a core value that guides our decisions in everyday life.
Why Respect for People & Property Matters
In our kids and adult Karate classes in Bolton, we teach that respect applies to everything around us:
✅ Respecting Others – Treating classmates, family, and teachers with kindness and courtesy.
✅ Respecting Yourself – Believing in yourself, making good choices, and staying disciplined.
✅ Respecting the Environment – Caring for your surroundings, public spaces, and nature.
✅ Respecting Property – Taking care of what belongs to you and others.
Many people don’t realize that small actions show respect—or a lack of it. Did you ever slam a door? That could be seen as disrespecting the person who owns it. Have you ever left trash on the floor or refused to share? These actions reflect how much we value and respect the things and people around us.
In Karate, we bow to show respect. We keep the dojo clean because it is a place of learning. The way we treat things outside the dojo should reflect the same level of care and responsibility.
Respect in Action: Everyday Examples
Respect is about thinking before you act. Consider these examples:
🥋 Respecting the Dojo & Instructors – Keeping your uniform clean, following instructions, and treating training partners with courtesy.
🏠 Respecting Home & Family – Cleaning up after yourself, speaking kindly to parents and siblings, and helping when needed.
🌎 Respecting the Environment – Throwing trash in the bin, recycling, and avoiding damage to nature.
🏫 Respecting Public Property – Taking care of community areas, not vandalizing walls or misusing playground equipment.
When we act with respect, we earn the respect of others. A person who shows kindness, discipline, and care is seen as a leader and a role model.
Ask Your Child:
- Did you ever slam a door? Did you think about how that could be disrespectful?
- Are you okay with sharing your toys or food with someone else?
- If a group of friends started damaging public property, would you join in?
At Canadian Black Belt Academy Bolton, we believe that respect is a habit, a mindset, and a way of life. If you want your child to develop confidence, discipline, and strong values, enroll them in our kids and adult Karate program in Bolton and Caledon today!
– Kyoshi Jason Figliano