Sensei Torri wants every student to learn the basics of Karate and self defense, but to also improve life skills. For kids, this means better focus for school, learning discipline and respect through firm but kind instruction, how to prevent bullying and as important, how not to become a bully. For adults? Karate combines cardio fitness and flexibility training with the brain boost of learning and memorizing new information. The benefits for kids and adults extend far outside the dojo.
GO DO SHIN
(5 way spirit of Shito-ryu Karate-do)
1. Shoshin wasureru nakare (Ishi)
Never forget the spirit of first beginning (will/determination)
2. Reigi oko taru nakare (Dotoku)
Never neglect courtesy and etiquette (moral virtue)
3. Doryuku oko tarunakare (Haten)
Never neglect effort (growth/ development)
4. Joshi kakeru nakare (Joshiki)
Never lose common sense (common sense)
5. Wa midasu nakare (Heiwa)
Never disturb harmony (peace)
“The most important thing in any game is not to win but to take part. Similarly, the most important thing in life is not the triumph but the struggle.
The essential thing is not to have conquered but to have fought well.”