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TBKD Mission Statement
TBKD is organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes. More specifically, it teaches the principles of the classical Japanese martial arts for the furtherance of peace through community building and global understanding. The Dojo is organized for the instruction and training of individuals to improve self-awareness and deeper global/cultural understanding. The training provides students with the basics of self-awareness to increase individual and community safety and to prevent and combat community deterioration and juvenile delinquency. The training also foster a greater sense of cultural awareness through the foundations of Classical Japanese Martial Arts and aids in the elimination of prejudice and discrimination. The training is for the betterment of individuals to fully develop and utilize their full inner potential for the benefit of themselves and the local and global communities.
The members of TBKD will pledge their efforts wholeheartedly to the following objectives martial arts training:
- To dedicate energy toward training and instruction of classical martial arts, Shoryuin Muso Chishin Ryu Heiho embodying Karatedo, Aikido, Jiujutsu, Aikijiujutsu, Judo, Kobudo, Kendo, Iaido, Jiukendo, and Jodo with true spirit of Shin-Ki-Tai-Ittoh;
- Through the above training and instruction, to dedicate their efforts selflessly and tirelessly for the sake of the common good of the dojo members and the community which they serve; and
- To strive to be the best they can be, not only in the chosen martial disciplines, but also in every day life and to exercise the spirit of Determination, Persistence, and Will to Never Give Up.
It is generally understood that each trainee has his/her own clear vision and purpose of training which encompasses the above objectives. Each dojo member needs to consider every option prudently and rationally in terms of teaching and training strategy so each can be the best role model and an enduring source of motivation for others. The Dojo’s aim in martial arts practice is to provide meaningful and enjoyable learning experiences for participants to encourage positive individual growth. The training curriculum contributes to individual confidence building through martial arts training. In addition to the physical and mental development, the dojo strongly emphasizes character building. Instruction is intended to instill proper attitudes based on cherished traditional values and virtues such as humility, courage, honor, loyalty, moral rectitude, sincerity, compassion, benevolence, and the sword and pen principle. In order for the dojo to succeed in this mission, each participant is expected to earnestly and steadfastly dedicate themselves to the noble objective of martial arts instruction - to teach important values that impact lives. With the strong leadership and commitment of all participants, the dojo can achieve the essential objectives of martial arts education.
About the Instructors
- Nick Karasek
Nick started training with Shihan-Ho JoAnne Tippett in the summer of 1998. JoAnne trained under Rich Pierce for many years and took over the Duke Dojo when Rich moved away. Unfortunately, in 2001 Joanne also had to move from North Carolina leaving the Duke Dojo in the hands of Nick who was still a Kari-Shodan.
Nick was soon promoted to Shodan and has been very active in almost all of the DNBK events (Karate, Aikido, Iaido and Kendo clinics, and camps) even travelling to Kyoto, Japan to participate in the 2nd World Butoku Sai (thanks to a position opened when James and Julie Hunt had to cancel their own plans). Nick has since received the rank of Karatedo Yondan (4th Dan), Iaido Shodan (1st Dan), Administrative Title of Renshi, and the Professional Dojo Title of Shidooin - Instructor in Charge.
He trains Tuesday through Friday afternoons at the local Peak Fitness Health Club with other club members who "come and go".
Nick is an IT guy specializing in Web Applications (Cold Fusion, PHP, MySQL), Network Engineer, and general "computer guy" installing software, configuring workstations, ... - and building this website. Motorcycles (a fully chromed 2001 Kawasaki Nomad 1500-FI, an '82 Virago 750, and a 1972 Honda CL-350), and the NC beaches round out his main interests.
About 501C3 Status
TBKD received an advance ruling in 2002, as a charitable publicly supported organization as defined in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. This advance ruling started on July 16, 2002 and lasts until December 31, 2006 at which time the IRS will make a final determination of TBKD's status as a publicly supported organization. This ruling allows the public to make tax-exempt contributions to the support the dojo.
Affiliations
Triangle Bushin Kan Dojo's primary affiliation is with Dai Nippon Butoku Kai (DNBK) - USA Division.
We also maintain strong relationships with other DNBK dojos throughout the USA. If you are interested in finding out more about TBKD, about DNBK, or would like to know if there is a DNBK affiliated dojo near you, please send a request for information to Nick@tbkd.org or fill out the "Feedback" form. We'll return your enote ASAP.
Registration
Prospective students will submit the approved TBKD Registration and Liability form along with membership dues established by the TBKD. There is no initiation fee. Proper dojo attire (dogi) will be required but may be deferred for a short time at the discretion of the dojo instructor. Please refer to the TBKD Bylaws for a detailed discussion of membership requirements.
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