PHILOSOPHY OF THE MASTERS...an integral part of your learning experience.

Part of being in the martial arts and being a true martial artist is to learn both the physical skills of one's art as well as the culture, traditions and history. Each plays an important role in the entire development of the true Budokan. This section will include some famous, and some not so famous, quotes from martial artists that we feel are needed to help students grasp the overall concept of the martial arts. Please enjoy.

"The ultimate aim of the art of Karate lies not in victory
or defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its participants"
- Gichin Funakoshi Sensei
Founder of Shotokan Karate

"Seven times down...Eight times UP"
Chojun Miyagi Sensei
Founder of Goju Ryu

Sensei - "The One Who Has Come Before"