Philotimo Freestyle Jujitsu is a place where everyone is welcomed as a friend — a place where everyone can be themselves, and where each person can feel safe and included.
Our dojo is a space of happiness, learning, and joy, built on a foundation of respect for all living things.
We celebrate diversity, knowing that every person is different. These differences are not barriers — they are opportunities for everyone to learn, grow, and gain strength from one another.
As instructors, we recognize our role in guiding students and their families toward the best possible solutions to the challenges they may face.
We believe every student, regardless of their circumstances, has the ability to uphold the values of the dojo. We actively seek and believe in this potential within each individual.
Because we never truly know who might be struggling, we treat one another with extra kindness — both inside and outside the dojo.
Our highest goal is to help Philotimo students learn to:
- Stand up for themselves
- Take responsibility for their choices
- Speak their truth with confidence
- Claim their place as valuable and wanted members of the community