School Rules & Principles

Respect
Treat others the way you’d want to be treated.


Self-Discipline
Do the things you know you should do, without being told, for the sake of improving yourself.


Self-Control
Conduct yourself appropriately for each situation, not allowing others to control or manipulate you or your emotions.


Bowing, Kneeling & Showing Respect

Bowing is a sign of respect, similar to a handshake, which we perform as a common courtesy when practicing with each, and when entering and leaving the dojo. We also bow when starting a class to show respect to our instructors, our flag, and Great Grandmaster Villari.  We kneel towards the front of dojo when tying our belts before class as a sign of respect for the hard work we’ve put into earning it.