Hi all,

The SAC Clubs Fair is this Tuesday (Sept 14th) from 11 am -
5 pm. Tables will be set up along Hart House and King's
College circles.

Unfortunately we won't know exactly where our table will be
until the day of the event. So to those very kind
volunteers, just look for the UTKC table when you come
to help. You may also want to familiarize yourself with
the club handbook (on website) and read the FAQ
(below this message) to better answer questions you may
be asked.

As for uniforms, it is recommended that you wear your
karate gi. However, if this is not possible, then we have a
limited amount of UTKC tshirts that you could wear.

Thanks,
Jonathan
VP

______________________
JOINING


Q. I don't have any previous karate experience! Can I still join?
A. Yes. Beginners and experienced karate-ka are welcome.

Q. I don't have a uniform, do I need to buy one before I join?
A. No, you can come to class in track pants/shorts and a t-shirt. You can =
then buy a
uniform via the club or any local martial arts store.

Q. I've practiced karate before, can I wear my current belt?
A. Wear your uniform and your white belt when you first come to class, but =
also bring your
current belt. Speak with our sensei and he will determine which belt level=
you will train at
in this club.

Q. Do I need to take the instructional class before I join the club?
A. It is up to you. You will learn the same things if you join the club di=
rectly. However,
you may feel more comfortable starting off with many other beginners.

Q. When is the best time to join the club?
A. The club trains year round so you can join at any time you wish. You do=
not need to
join only at the beginning of a term.


FEES AND SCHEDULE

Q. How much does it cost to join the club?
A. The first two weeks of the club are free! Subsequently the cost is $50 =
paid to the
Athletic centre per term (Sept 11-Dec 3 and Jan 4-Mar 26). In addition the=
re is a yearly
fee to Karate Ontario ($30 for kyu belts, $60 for black belts).

Q. How do your fees compare to other karate clubs?
A. Commercial, for-profit, clubs can charge from $50 to $60 per month, comp=
ared to our
$50 per semester fee. We are a non-profit club.

Q. When and where are classes held?
A. Classes are all held in the Athletic Centre. The times and locations ar=
e as follows:

Day Times Location
Tuesday 8:30 – 10 pm Fencing Salle
Wednesday 9 – 10:30 pm Dance Studio
Friday 7 – 9 pm Fencing Salle
Saturday 1 – 3 pm Dance Studio

Q. I'm not a student! How do I gain access to the Athletic Centre?
A. AC access fees can be found on their website at http://www.utoronto.ca/p=
hysical/
Athletics_and_Recreation/infoservices.html#memberships.