The goal of the studio is not to turn out punching and kicking machines, but to turn out people who have a better understanding of themselves through the arts. The studio teaches how to avoid confrontation without the use of force. Over time students build self-confidence, discipline and respect and learn to apply these attributes outside the studio. Whether a youth or an adult, the studio's mission is to teach students to focus and in some way feel better about themselves; whether through stretching, interacting with other people or through self defense. The self defense is an important part because it teaches a person confidence. Self defense is not just a tool to help students in time of trouble. More importantly, understanding and knowing how to defend oneself helps provide students with the knowledge, maturity and confidence to avoid confrontation.