Ethos Combatives

Good afternoon, Ethos Community!

I'm messaging today to request assistance for the Cato family; Victoria and John are both coaches at our academy, and their four children have been training with us at Ethos since January of 2022 - almost four years!

Their son, Michael Cato, has been diagnosed with osteosarcoma; a serious form of bone cancer. They're beginning treatments immediately, which will include surgery to remove the tumor and reconstruct his leg, as well as chemotherapy. Their doctor is hopeful, but they have a lot of difficulties in front of them.

We have two ways that you can help! The first is a GoFundMe campaign, and the second is a MealTrain campaign. You will find the links below!

https://gofund.me/0f56f9f8e

https://mealtrain.com/kyq32d

Thank you so much for your kindness!

Meal Train for The Cato Family Michael Cato is an energetic 11-year-old with a huge heart and an unstoppable spirit. Whether he’s practicing martial arts at Ethos, wrestling with his team, adventuring in Boy Scouts, or building the latest Lego creation, Michael is always full of life and curiosity. In November 2025, Michael and...

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Muay Thai (noun)
1. The art and science of eight limbs
2. The subtle ability to knock your opponent into next week in a whirling hurt-a-cane.
3. Classes:
Mon & Wed: 9:30, 1:30, and 7:30
Tues & Thurs: 8:30, 12:30 and 6:30

Muay Thai (noun)
1. The art and science of eight limbs
2. The subtle ability to knock your opponent into next week in a whirling hurt-a-cane.
3. Classes:
Mon & Wed: 9:30, 1:30, and 7:30
Tues & Thurs: 8:30, 12:30 and 6:30

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1. The gentle art of folding clothes while people are still in them.
2. Involuntary yoga
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