Mission Statement

Soon Aiki | Kalasarpa Martial Art, is an Independent Dojo which sets forth to share a Fresh Ideology and Approach to the Philosophy of Aikido and Self-Defense Training. O'Sensei

Aikido: "When I think of it today, I believe it means giving birth to the true bu (martial art). The true bu means, briefly, to settle your mind. In our heart there must be no desire to fight. This is the spirit of bu. A human being has to completely extinguish conflict, hatred, and malice in his heart. Thus, Takemusu Aiki means giving birth to such a beautiful heart without any conflict, hatred or malice. This is my interpretation."
~Hideo Takahashi, who compiled spoken lectures given by the founder of Aikido, Morihei Ueshiba Sensei in the 1960s.

"The techniques of Aikido change constantly; every encounter is unique, and the appropriate response should emerge naturally. Today's techniques will be different tomorrow. Do not get caught up with the form and appearance of a challenge. Aikido has no form - it is the study of the spirit."
~Morihei Ueshiba O'Sensei, Founder of Aikido

The mission of Kalasarpa Martial Art and Gregory Soon is to practice and teach Aikido as a Martial Art as a way of interacting with the world, as a way of doing business, a way of conducting relationships, and a way of living a more peaceful, powerful, and fulfilling life.

We draw freely from other styles, and from other arts and disciplines, adopting that which serves our mission and discarding that which does not.

We are not affiliated with any other Aikido style, organization, or lineage, and we do not believe that any style, organization, or lineage has a monopoly on good Aikido, or knows all there is to know about it. Just as there is no single right way to live, there is no single right way to practice Aikido.

We reject the authority of any and all schools, teachers, or organizations that seek to establish, maintain, or support any political hierarchy in the world of Aikido, whether based on rank, lineage, or any other factor. The traditional hierarchies of rank and authority that still govern much of the world of Aikido do nothing to improve the art, and indeed often serve to stifle the free exchange of ideas that is necessary for the continued evolution and refinement of any system. Such hierarchies are neither intrinsic nor necessary to Aikido; they are an outmoded relic of the repressive Japanese feudal system, and have no place in modern Aikido practice.

Kalasarpa Martial Art Training is Based on Uniting a Solid Foundation of Movement with a Practical Understanding of Effective Technique.
As An Independent Dojo: Kyu/Dan Grading as Set Forth By Aikikai Hombu Dojo is Not Given to Students.

Code of Conduct:
This Code of Conduct is a summation and declaration of acceptable, ethical, and professional behavior by which I conduct the teaching and business of Martial Art Training.

As a Professional Martial Artist, I agree to uphold the ethical goals set forth in the following Code of Conduct:

1. Uphold the integrity of my vocation by conducting myself in a professional and conscientious manner.

2. Acknowledge the limitations of my skills and scope of practice and where appropriate, refer students to seek alternative instruction, advice, or direction.

3. Create and maintain an safe, clean, comfortable, and encouraging environment for the practice of martial arts.

4. Encourage diversity actively by respecting all students regardless of age, physical limitations, race, creed, gender, ethnicity, religion affiliation, or sexual orientation.

5. Respect the rights, dignity, and privacy of all students.

6. Avoid words and actions that constitute sexual harassment.

7. Adhere to traditional principles of martial art training while being open to modern training methods and principles.

8. Follow all local government and national laws that pertain to my martial art teaching and business.


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