a-day: instruction in basics, katas & self defense. b-day: instruction in kiso katas, sparring and reaction drills. I: front dojo. II: back dojo
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Wado Ryu: Traditional Japanese Martial Arts
For four decades, David Deaton Karate Studios have been educating people in the martial arts.
Over the years we have developed a curriculum that effectively teaches the students both the physical martial arts and the mental/attitudinal skills provide the basis for positive lifestyle skills.
Our schools and staff have been recognized by many sources as some of the best in the nation.
We pride ourselves on our quality and excellence in the field of martial arts and teaching. Our goal is to make a positive impact in the lives of our students by sharing the importance of discipline, respect, and integrity in the students' everyday lives.
Black Belt Club
What Is The Black Belt Club?
The Black Belt Club is comprised of active Black Belt Club is comprised of active Black Belts and those qualified students who have set their goal to be a Black Belt.
Who Can Qualify For The Black Belt Club?
To qualify a student must be a gold belt or above and have their instructor's approval before membership is granted.
How Do I Get Approval From My Instructor?
After a student qualifies to enroll in our school then the instructor is evaluating each student in several areas:
Attendance and making up all absences when they occur.
Taking belt reviews when scheduled.
Making good grades on all belt reviews.
Maintaining a B average in all academics.
Demonstrates a high interest in Karate.
Demonstrates good attitude in class, at home and toward others.
Has good reports on conduct and attitude from parents & teachers. Supports school functions.
Referring and sponsoring a new student.
Is practicing goal setting and has set a long term goal to be a Black Belt.
Is current with tuition payments.
Has full support from parents.
What Are The Benefits Of The Black Belt Club?
The basic benefits of the Black Belt Club are:
Positive reinforcement of reaching goals and maintaining good conduct & attitudes.
Recognized as an elite group within the school.
Provided with in-depth training along with special classes and seminars and social activities outside the school.
Best tuition rates with maximum discounts.
Uniform patch, customized Black Belt Club Belt.
Competition Team Eligibility.
Demo Team Eligibility.
SWAT Team Eligibility.
Special Black Belt Club discounts on all Karate supplies & activities.
Special private training when needed.
Mandatory Equipment (Red, Black, White, Blue)
Black belt club members receive 10% discount on fighter's connection. (2nd family members receive a 15% discount on mandatory equipment) Only one discount applies
Headgear
$34.95
Hand Pads
$31.95
Feet Pads
$31.95
Shin Guards (black)
$28.00
Rib Protector (Red or Black)
$44.95
Mouthpiece
$3.00
Regular Uniform
$39.95
Black Belt Club Uniform
$35.00
no additional discount
Additional Equipment Or Supplies
See MACHO or Century catalogs for additional equipment and prices, all orders are by pre-paid only.
DDKS Roll Bag
$31.95
Gi Pants (White or Black)
$24.95
Warrior equipment - check MACHO catalog for prices, colors and sizes available
Clear Face Shields
$49.95
Cage Face Shields
$71.95
Bo-Staff-plain
$23.95
no additional discount
Bo-Staff-crackle
$31.95
no additional discount
Videos or DVD
$34.95
Videos (set of 6)
$189.95
Hand Wraps
$7.50
Bag Gloves
$13.50
Belts
$9.95
no additional discount
Additional BBC Patch
$4.95
no additional discount
Additional Leadership Stars
$1.20
Mouthpiece Cases
$4.00
Dragon Heavy Weight Uniforms
Size - 0
$46.00
Size - 1
$50.00
Size - 2
$58.00
Size - 3
$62.00
Size - 4
$66.00
Size - 5
$70.00
Size - 6
$74.00
Size - 7
$80.00
Gold Belt Safety Kit
(required after reaching gold belt level) Prices listed are for Solid equipment only (red, white, black or blue). $111.85 plus tax | $78.12 plus tax 2nd family member (no video included with 2nd member kit). *when you purchase all items together you get a 15% discount off the price of a DDKS bag (roll bag: $31.95)
Hand pads**
feet pads**
shin guards*
Kata vol. 1 video
katas through brown belt candidate
Orange Belt Safety Kit
(required after reaching orange belt level) Prices listed are for Solid equipment only. $102.85 plus tax - non BBC; $94.57 plus tax for BBC members. $70.47 plus tax - 2nd family member (no video included in 2nd family member kit)
Headgear (available in red, white, black or blue)**
Ribguard (available in red or gray)**
Mouthpiece
Sparring video
**Due to our liability insurance requirements, we cannot permit the usage of any other safety equipment except the Macho/David Deaton brand.
Promotion Requirements
The Following Requirements Apply To All Belt Levels:
There must be a minimum of 2 months between your last promotion and this one.
You must have a minimum of 8 classes in the month preceding your promotion.
You must know all 3 Student Creeds.
You must attend the Graduation Ceremony.
Gold
First QC Form turned in
Minimum 16 classes
Minimum 2 months
Hand techniques: jab & reverse
Kicks: front
Blocks: highs, low & middle
Stances: attention, ready, front & horse
Form techniques: stepping front punch, kick front punch
Kata: basic
Kisos: 1-3 attacking & defending
Orange
Second QC Form turned in
Minimum 32 classes
Minimum 4 months
Hand techniques: back fist, knife hand & spear hand
Kicks: round house
Blocks: hammer fist & circular
Stances: lunge, side facing cat & front facing cat
Form techniques: lunge punch & kick lunge punch
Kata: pinan ni dan
Kisos: 1-6 attacking & defending
Blue
Third QC Form turned in
Minimum 48 classes
Minimum 6 months
Hand techniques: ridge hand & one finger spear hand
Kicks: side
Blocks: open hand
Stances: reverse
Form techniques: reverse punch & kick reverse punch
Kata: pinan sho dan
Kisos: 1-9 attacking & defending
Purple
Minimum 64 classes
Minimum 8 months
Hand techniques: elbow
Kicks: hook & jump front
Kata: pinan san dan
Kisos: 1-11 attacking & defending
Green Belt Candidate
Minimum 80 classes
Minimum 10 months
Hand techniques: back hand
Kicks: spin kicks
Blocks: X & back fist
Stances: reverse
Form techniques: reverse punch & kick reverse punch
Kata: pinan yon dan
Kisos: 1-11 attacking & defending
Green Belt
Minimum 96 classes
Minimum 12 months
Kicks: jump side
Stances: reverse lunge
Kata: pinan go dan
Kisos: 1-11 attacking & defending
Brown Belt Candidate
Minimum 120 classes
Minimum 15 months
Stances: lunge reverse
Form techniques: lunge reverse & kick lunge reverse
David Deaton Karate Studio. Mount Juliet's premier martial arts karate school for Wado Ryu Karate featuring the single-largest training floor in the South! We provide a safe and secure teaching environment for children, teens, and adults to benefit from our curriculum which builds character, confidence, respect, and self discipline.