Traditional discipleship ceremony （传统拜师）
General Discipleship is a ceremony practised in mostly traditional martial arts school to formalize the relationship between a Student and the Teacher (& School). This is practiced to honour the Teacher and respect His Teachings (尊师重道), to remember our lineage and roots (饮水思源), to allow clearer understanding of each other’s roles and responsibilities, to understand the mission of the school, to promote the art and carry on the Teacher's work.
Disciples are more ready to commit their time in Taichi learning training. Students whom wish to take part in this ceremony can notify the school of their intention. Acceptance is at the Teacher's discretion.
THE CEREMONY
The event will be witnessed by the internal disciples, family members, and other invited members of the school:
1. Sifu to honour our Wu-Taichi Grand Masters
2. The senior disciples will brief all on the meaning and rules of discipleship
3. Student to present their intention to be a disciple
4. Sifu shall receive and announce his acceptance
4. Student to serve tea and present a token or gift
5. Once the new disciples(s) complete their tea ceremony, they should formally show their respect and acknowledge their seniors
6. Proceed to the signing of certificates and group photography
7. The ceremony will usually end with a group family lunch or dinner
Discipleship Rules
The Disciple should:
不可轻师不可妄议
Always be grateful and respect your Teacher & School.
不可逞斗不可欺人
Do not bully or speak ill of other students.
不可凶酒不可好赌
Do not overly indulge in alcohols and gamblings.
不可吸毒不可言欺
No drugs. No hate speech or vulgarity to other students
不可炫耀不可无礼
Always be humble and courteous
The Master and School has the right not to impart when :
人品不端者不传
One’s character and integrity are in doubts.
人无恒心者不传
One has no determination to learn.
不知珍重者不传
One does not cherish in the School’s & the Master’s work.
心险好斗者不传
One who is treacherous and aggressive towards others.
轻浮外露者不传
One who is not sincere and not serious in their attitude.