Meaning of McDojo | Babel Free

Definitions

A dojo that focuses on spectacular techniques and awarding black belts rather than teaching authentic martial arts.

derogatory

Examples

“This book made me long for the old ways of martial arts instruction before McDojos and health clubs dominated the land.”

“Instructors are hoping that he won't go off and train with some other teacher of a McDojo where producing masses of black belts (but the quality and standard is poor) is the norm.”

“One red flag I will advise is if you see a bunch of kids running around wearing black belts you are probably in a McDojo.”

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