An Ethical Code of Conduct
(Bushido)
Ethics is central to martial arts and important to a child's mature growth and development. Our classes include teachings on virtues that are taken from two sources: Bushido - The Warrior's Code of Conduct (from Japan) and Chivalry - the Medieval System of Knighthood. We believe in mentoring, modeling and bestowing virtues and maturity as children grow older and move up in rank. Parents are encouraged to participate.
About the Instructor
Steve Foti is a physical therapist with 35 years experience in martial arts. He is the Oregon State Director for American Budokai International and a member of the Professional Association of Martial Arts Instructors. Steve is also a recipient of the prestigious Pinnacle Leadership Award, which is given to those who excel in martial arts as a warrior, teacher and healer. Steve is a certified instructor of Defend University's Fight Like a Girl Women's Self Defense program. He has taught martial arts for over 30 years, and continues to study and train. Married for 25 years, he and his wife, Christa, have two sons. Steve is a fifth degree black belt.
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American Budokai International
Southern Oregon Martial Arts Academy is a member of American Budokai International (ABI). This is the "parent" organization for a variety of martial arts including our own styles of Shuri-Ryu Karate and Shinto Yoshin Kai Jui Jitsu. ABI provides traditional martial arts training, experienced leadership, continuing educational seminars and grade sanctioning (promotions) for all of it's members. We strongly support ABI and encourage participation by our students.
