Shoto Budo is a martial art, based primarily on self-defense. It guides its practitioners towards their own personal development and improved personal well-being. The name Shoto Budo is a combination of concepts. Shoto means, whispering pines, and was the pen name of Gichin Funakoshi, (the modern day karate founder). Budo signifies the martial way or fighting arts. This class encourages LGBTQ+ supporters.