The Dayton Shotokan Dojo

09/01/2026

Come join us this evening for class... no experience needed!
Class 6:45-8:30
Upstairs at Rc3 (staff can help you find us).
Ages 10 and up....

08/18/2026

Class tonight
Upstairs at Rc3
6:45-8:30
$5 a month
Ages 10 and up!

08/11/2026

Are you looking something for your children (and yourself )to do?

Do you want to learn self defense and discipline?

Do you need an affordable extracurricular activity?

Do you want to take a Christian based karate class?

Join us at RC3
every Tuesday evening 6:45-8:30
Ages 10- adults
$5 a month.... yes, you read that correctly only $5!

I have watched this class grow and we'd love for it to continue with you and your family.

The class is taught by Sensei Terry Bailor and Sensei Will Colbaugh

If you have any questions contact me 😉

08/01/2026

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08/01/2026

08/01/2026

THE ULTIMATE GOAL OF MARTIAL ARTS IS TO AVOID HAVING TO USE THEM.

— Miyamoto Musashi, The Book of Five Rings

True martial arts is not about fighting, defeating others, or proving superiority. It is about mastering oneself. The strongest warrior is not the one who wins every battle, but the one who has the wisdom to prevent unnecessary conflict.

Many people believe martial arts are merely techniques of attack and defense. Yet the deeper purpose lies beyond physical skill. Through years of training, a martial artist learns discipline, patience, humility, self-control, and respect. These qualities transform strength into wisdom.

Miyamoto Musashi, one of Japan's greatest swordsmen, understood that victory begins long before swords are drawn. A calm mind can resolve conflicts before they become battles. A disciplined spirit can overcome anger before it turns into violence. A wise person knows that every fight carries a cost, even for the winner.

The path of the warrior is not the path of aggression. It is the path of balance. Martial arts teach us to remain calm under pressure, to think clearly in moments of chaos, and to choose peace whenever possible. Real strength is the ability to walk away when pride demands a fight. Real courage is the ability to remain composed when others lose control.

A sharpened sword may command fear, but a disciplined heart commands respect. The warrior who understands this truth has already won the greatest battle—the battle against his own ego.

Train your body to be strong.
Train your mind to be calm.
Train your spirit to be honorable.

For in the end, the highest level of martial arts is not defeating an opponent. It is creating a life where conflict is no longer necessary.

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07/28/2026

“Karate is not about winning over others.
It is about mastering yourself every single day.”

🥋 DISCIPLINE • HONOR • STRENGTH • SPIRIT

“Train in silence, let your skills speak loudly.”

Join us tonight!!!
Where: Rc3... upstairs
Time: 6:45-8:30 Ages: 10 & up