The following bolded words
are spoken by Sempai or highest ranking kyu student in a commanding tone
of voice: | Yoi | Call class to attention |
| Wait for
Sensei to turn to front and kneel | | Seiza | Formal
sitting position facing front of dojo | | Mokusou | Fold your
hands in front, close your eyes, and clear your mind | | | Pause
for a brief time | | Kaimoku | Open your eyes and return your hands
to seiza position | | Shomen ni rei | Bow to Sensei
Mabuni, thanking him for his teachings | | | Wait for
Sensei to turn and face class | | Sensei ni rei | Bow to Sensei
thanking them for the class |
| Wait for Sensei to stand | | Tato | Stand and
come to attention | | Sempai
rei | Bow to senior student
only if one is present
(this is spoken by the highest non-sempai) | | Otagai ni
rei | Bow
to all other students | | | Shake hands with all members of class |
Please note that other students present in the dojo who are
not participating in the class should stand quietly during the opening
ceremony. | 