Dear Friends and Family,

As many of you may know, we will soon be relocating our dojo. We want to take a moment to share the reasons behind this decision, and—if our mission resonates with you—invite your support as we fundraise for this important transition.

For over a decade, we’ve been proud to serve the Glendale community. During that time, we’ve come to know and love our neighborhood—the good and, at times, the more challenging aspects of it.

Our primary reason for moving is safety. Despite numerous conversations and formal requests with our current property management to address ongoing concerns, our appeals have been met with silence and inaction. Unfortunately, the environment around our current location has become increasingly unsafe, with regular instances of drug activity and loitering by individuals exhibiting concerning behavior. Several families have expressed discomfort, and we share those concerns.

We believe our students and their families deserve better.

Our new location is still within the Glendale area but offers a safer and more welcoming environment—something we know will bring peace of mind to everyone who walks through our doors. Additionally, this move will allow us to expand our programming and create new opportunities for our students to grow and thrive.

As we work to make this transition as smooth as possible, we humbly ask for your support. If you feel called to help in any way—whether through donations, services, or simply spreading the word—it would mean the world to us. Moving a dojo is no small task, but with the strength of our community, we’re confident we can do it together.

Thank you for being part of our journey, and for continuing to believe in the power of what we do.

With gratitude,

[Sifu Joe Martinelli / Uneed Martial Arts]