Warren (1st Dan) and Ji-young (2nd Dan) at Yama-Dojo
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So, Uchideshi means "live-in student”, someone who wants to observe his Instructor or Master at close hand, to learn directly from him. The term is very similar in meaning to "apprentice" or better a "disciple" in the West. This is the traditional method of training for spiritual seeker or martial art professionals around the world, rooted deeply in Japanese culture and especially in the Christian tradition.
A student who joins in an uchideshi program lives at a dojo not only to train—every part of his or her daily life becomes part of the training as well: body/mind/spirit. Traditionally in Japan, this kind of training in the martial arts has been available only to those students who were earnest about dedicating their time for serious practice.
Though it has never been an easy life, the rewards to the committed seeker are great.
The Benefits the Uchideshi Program Include:
- Mastering self-defense and the Martial Art skills.
- Biblical knowledge
- Transformation in Christ
- Opportunity to receive Kyu (student) and Dan (Master) ranks.
- Opportunity to become an instructor of martial arts within Yeshua-Do Int'l.
- Achieve personal growth, higher self-esteem and self-control.
- Practice unification of mind, body, and spirit.
- Increase awareness and self-confidence.
- Enhance physical fitness and self-discipline.
- Practice honesty, integrity and discipline in the Dojo as well as in daily life.
- Full access to our libraries which includes 100's of books and videos for personal study in depth.
- Develop leadership and social skills as you become a representative of YAMA or Yeshua-Do Int'l.
- Assist Sensei in demonstrating techniques (being Uke) in regular classes and public demonstrations.
- Serve other students in the Dojo as a model practitioner of techniques and philosophies of Budo and Yeshua-Do.
- Assist in Women self-defense courses and workshops for Yukon community.
- Assist in children and junior classes and to learn how to work with younger students.
- Assist and learn from Anti-bullying "Peaceful-warrior" programs for Yukon Schools and Education, with a chance to receive a Diploma in Verbal Self-defense, and even becoming a Bully Expert.
- Have Sensei as a personal teacher and mentor.
"Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus"
- Philippians 2:5
What should emerge from this training is a new person, like a brilliant sharp sword emerging from rough iron through the action of hammer and fire. The uchideshi learns to see this very body and mind, moment to moment, as the true inner battle field. Life in this way becomes shugyo: the deepest possible physical and spiritual training available.
look also: Christian Warrior Academy (College)
Uchideshi Enrollment Qualifications:
1. Joining the uchideshi program is not a way to run away from society or oneself.
2. A positive attitude is required to be a successful uchideshi.
3. Both men and women are eligible.
4. Applicants must be between 17 and 65 years of age.
5. Healthy physical condition and the ability to train daily.
6. Individual health insurance in good standing.
7. Financial capability to support oneself for the length of the designated term.
8. Minimum education: high-school diploma is required.
At YAMA we value and appreciate the fact that all members reflect a good moral and ethical conduct.
Uchideshi Fees:
The cost to be an uchideshi is as follows:
- 1 month at YAMA-Dojo $600.00
The dues are to be paid at the beginning of your uchideshi period. Please be sure to take care of all your financial responsibilities before your departure.
Uchideshi fees include instruction, all possible classes at dojo, sleeping accommodations and living accommodations (consumption of electricity, water and use of facilities). The total payment must be made at the time of registration. Uchideshi are responsible for their own meals and telephone calls during their stay.
There will be absolutely no refunds under any circumstances.
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If you would like more information about our uchideshi program, please send us your resume. We will contact you regarding your interest as soon as possible. You may also contact YAMA or Yeshua-Do Int'l (www.yeshuado.com) via email: yeshuado@gmail.com, please.
Blessed be the Lord, my Rock, who trains my hands to fight, and my fingers for warfare"
- Psalm 144