From the beginning of this great journey into the study of martial arts, we should take a moment to reflect and express gratitude to the Far East and to the many people who have carried their traditions forward through the centuries. One of these traditions requires that the use of your newfound prowess never be used for evil intent and that your responsibility as a martial artist is to develop yourself physically, mentally and spiritually.  You will receive life-long lasting benefits from your martial arts training when it is incorporated into your daily life and you will be more likely to achieve success in your goals.

    There are seven keys, which can unlock the success mechanisms in each of us.  They are desire, certainty, visualization, strong self-image, relaxation, focused attention, and repetition; and martial art training utilizes each of these keys to success every time you step into the dojang.  The person who is willing to try, to do, and finally to accomplish, will be successful.  The discipline, the control, the perseverance and the hard work which are required to master the martial arts will result in satisfaction to the student for a job well done, to the best of his or her capabilities.

    The martial art is a demanding but rewarding taskmaster.  It teaches us well and the results are gratifying and provide us with life-long lasting benefits. (Ben Kiker)