Henderson's Martial Arts Academy
Seiryoku Zenyo
Dojo Glance
Since 1972
Greg Hendersons's Karate and Judo Academy has been teaching Martial Arts in Rantoul, Illinois
Over time you will find that we teach so much more than Self Defense. We are excited to have you join our family. It is said that a 1000 mile journey begins with the first step so visit our school and learn martial arts for fitness, for self defense, and above all learn & live......"Martial Arts For Life".
Location:
110 E. Congress Ave., Rantoul, Illinois 61866
For Enrollement or Questions call Laura 217-721-5546
Our dojo is of Traditional Japanese and Okinawan Martial Arts training . We use Hojo Undo (suplimental exercises) as daily training. The training consist of, Chi Shi, Kongeko, Makiwara.
The proper name for Karate is "KARATE-DO", "the way of the empty hand". The names of most Japanese martial arts are suffixed "-DO", e.g. "KENDO", "JUDO", "KYUDO", "JODO", "AIKIDO".
"DO", "the way" or "path", is meant to convey the idea of a long journey or undertaking in a sense similar to a pilgrimage, a long-term commitment with spiritual implications. To follow the way is a constant test of personal qualities, but can provide many rewards in terms of physical and mental well-being.
So the suffix "-DO" serves to emphasize that the aim of practicing a martial art is mental and spiritual as well as technical and physical.
The martial arts are unique in that harmony of mind and body is actively promoted; is, in fact, essential to development in karate-do. A human being is one complete entity; he has both mind and body, which are a complexity of strengths and weaknesses. To develop the full potential of his existence, he should not neglect a weakness to concentrate on the strengths, but try to develop all senses and abilities.
As far as karate-do is concerned, to make progress one has to learn correct techniques, with the right attitude. One cannot expect instant results. Learning the correct movements is not the goal but the beginning. From then on one has to practice day after day for a long period of time. Only by practice can one gradually develop one´s inner feelings for, and deepen one´s understanding of, the art of karate-do.
This long process, then, is "DO", "the way": the path to gaining high mental and spiritual achievement as well as to attaining the most economical and effective techniques and excellent health.
The famous Samurai swordsman Miyamoto Mushashi wrote in his "Book of Five Rings": "Sennichi no keiko o tan to shi: mannichi no keiko o ren to su" - To be adequate one has to train for one thousand days: to become proficient one has to practice for ten thousand days".
Karate training at Henderson's Karate/Judo Academy focuses on helping students accomplish the following:
- Personal development. Students of traditional karate learn the fundamental tools of success: mental focus; goal setting; goal achievement; self confidence; and more. It takes time to realize the results of karate training. Physical changes are often seen first but the pyschological and social changes take real time and dedication to the practice of karate. Parents wanting their children to learn the skills of success should be committed to encouraging their long-term training in karate. Adults must similarly be committed to their own longevity and health.
- Physical development. Health and wellness is a process and its never too soon to start the process. HKJA karate training is designed to systematically transform your body. Every muscle group is strengthened and defined. Your endurance and stamina will peak as we increase your cardiovascular conditioning. All these physical benefits on your body will be felt in your daily life and activities, increasing your energy and confidence