Teaching Philosophy

By: Sensei Ray Hughes    

Scottsdale Martial Arts Center Owner and Chief Karate Instructor

    School Motto: “We Teach the Ancient Ways to the Modern World.”

We are a traditional martial arts school with a long history and an old and proven training system. This school has an unbroken instructor line that goes back hundreds of years. We base our teachings on discipline, superior technique, philosophy, and hard work. In this aspect, we are unlike many schools today that establish their programs on entertainment and quick rewards. Our presentation is truly unique. Though we run an old and formal program, we also smile and inspire our students to enjoy the process. We have age and time requirements for rank like the old systems; age and maturity are logically necessary to require legitimate grades. Unlike in the past, we do not put our instructors on pedestals. We have a friendly relationship with our students and hope to be mentors to the young. We are all students of the art. Respect is earned and not demanded. Martial art history and philosophy are discussed but never lectured. Martial art training is an honorable way of life.