OUR philosophy
Our training brings together the mind and body to teach each student to focus in the moment. Our tenets are rooted in diversity, equity, inclusion, living in a peaceful and safe environment, and having the right to defend ourselves.
- We believe Respect, Commitment and Perseverance will lead to Success.
- We respect everyone.
- We do not discriminate against any aspect of human life.
- We promote living in peace with all living creatures.
- We do not initiate aggression, in any form.
- We believe in patience, humility and belief in ourselves.
- We believe endurance will make us strong.
- We evangelize the value of self-defense for all.
- We believe in a positive learning environment.
- We believe in being prepared with the confidence to protect ourselves.
our approach
We firmly believe private and small group instruction offers an enriching experience for our students. We provide focused instruction with lots of attention giving our students a high level of training, predictable outcomes and a strong opportunity for success.
We teach our students why we do what we do, the history of our practice, concepts of awareness, prevention & response, and other “lecture-style” sessions. We don’t skim over concepts; we want you to understand and practice them and we make them an integral part of your experience.
While we make training engaging and fun, our approach is for the more serious student.
respect
Respect is the foundation of discipline, humility, and growth. It is shown through bowing to instructors and fellow students, listening attentively, following traditions, and maintaining a positive attitude.
Respect extends beyond physical training – it includes honoring the art, showing courtesy to training partners, and carrying the dojo’s values into everyday life (at home, at school, at work).