To-Shin Do Schools – Vision, Mission, and Values

I was asked how I define our work, and specifically, what makes the Quest Center To-Shin Do schools stand out. Here is what I ended up replying:

Vision: Life mastery through martial arts

Mission: To encourage peace, happiness, friendship, and fulfillment through the practice of modern and classical protection, health and fitness, life organization, and positive character skills.

Values:

• Dignity
  We recognize the dignity of all individuals, and treat all members with consideration, fairness, and respect.

• Ethics
  We maintain highest ethical standards, fostering an environment of mutual encouragement, respect, and trust.

• Innovation
  We maintain the principles of our founding masters while growing and improving our instruction and organization.

• Excellence
  We strive for the highest level of development for each participant, each dojo, and our organization as a whole.

• Exploration
  We value collaboration with all martial artists, and enjoy shared learning.