12/06/2026
Over the years I have been asked by many,"What is the meaning of the symbol we use to identify our dojo?"
Thats a GREAT QUESTION!
As with each style of martial arts, a unified symbol is used to quickly identify a particular doctrine (or group affiliation) at a glance.
These are generally not just decorative but rather descriptive of the style being focused on.
Within these, hidden in plain view, are the core structural values.
Let's take a look at our specific logo.
Now this is not a complte summary of what our symbol represents, but is does touch on several aspects of the values held by our group.
The center is primarily an In/Yo (aka yin/yang) representing "Balance".
Balance is Key to everything we do. Keeping everything "in check" to promote a peaceful, harmonious, healthy life.
Now we do some Math!Within the In/Yo you will notice 2 other symbols that are Equal yet Opposite, 1 white, 1 black, each containing a smaller circle. There are many meanings behind each of these but we will only address a few here.
Black vs White
Good vs Evil
Light vs Darkness
All important values.
One cannot exist without the other.
Then we bring it closer as a description of (dark section) vs Karate (light section)
, the ancient way of stopping a conflict through the use of common tools, primarily farming implements, is represented on the dark side.
Students who primarily study typically wear a black gi top with white pants.
While those who study only , which means "empty hands" , primarily wear white on both top & bottom.
When grouped together, a larger round symbol is created bound together to create 1.
Back to our logo, which is specific to our .
You will notice that the In/Yo is surrounded by Chrysanthemum petals.
These are not just random petals either. Each petal represents one of the major islands.
They also represent the number of primary kata found in our style of known as
is considered to be the birthplace of karate.
We have open enrollment for the Fall session which begins in September to anyone interested in , ,
We offer private lessons or small groups sessions at your facility. Perfect for homeschoolers & their families.
