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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.”
This is a traditional Karate school, which means we have a long martial art history with an old and proven training system. This school has an unbroken instructor line that goes back over a hundred years. The teachings of this art are based on discipline, superior technique, philosophy and hard work. In this aspect, we are unlike many schools that are based 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 like the old systems. It is logical that age and maturity should be required to receive legitimate ranks in Karate. 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.
