Unity in Motion Bahá'í Martial Arts Class Mission Statement In keeping with the Ridván message, the mission of Unity in Motion is to develop honesty, discipline, and unity among youth using the martial arts as a tool. As part of this mission, the classes combine youth, Bahá'í adults and community adults to include the African American Veteran's Association thereby fostering unity and providing positive role models. Unity in Motion incorporates the martial arts philosophy of spiritual growth to build the confidence and self-esteem to meet aggression with peace. The following statements help to define the ultimate mission of Unity in Motion and all students are taught to apply these concepts in and away from class: TO STRIVE FOR THE PERFECTION OF CHARACTER TO DEFEND THE PATHS OF TRUTH TO FOSTER THE SPIRIT OF EFFORT TO HONOR THE PRINCIPLES OF COURTESY TO GUARD AGAINST IMPETUOUS COURAGE