The Pendo Karate Mission Statement

Excellence in Martial Arts.

Pendo Karate Students learn that the practice of Karate and Martial Art functions as a means for personal growth and self-reliance. Pendo students learn how to learn, and they are challenged to apply their knowledge throughout their lives and world. Their practice reveals that Karate is not fighting, and they learn the value of conflict resolution.

Increased Success

Pendo students find greater meaning in their academic subjects in school, and how their lessons apply to their lives. They create relationships between Martial Art and the subjects that they study in school. The students are taught to apply the principles that they learn in Karate to their academic subjects.

Promotes Growth

Pendo students practice, leadership, confidence, self-discipline, and respect. They also acquire Life Skills for personal development as they learn about excellence, purpose, and self reliance. Through their Karate practice the students examine their goals, emotions, behaviors, and achievements.

A Lifetime of Excellent Health

Pendo Karate Students learn that Martial Art practice provides strength, endurance, flexibility, and complete physical training. They learn that Karate can be practiced for a lifetime of fitness, and that it is very effective in weight management and reducing stress.