DOJO RULES & ETTIQUETTE

1. Bow on entering and leaving the Dojo

2. Address any instructor as ‘SENSEI’ whilst in the Dojo

3. A karate student must always respect an opponent, never losing their temper no matter how an opponent may have behaved; A student of inferior grade must be treated with consideration.

4. Nobody is to leave the class without first obtaining permission from the instructor.

5. Punctuality at all times is essential. However any member arriving late must take up a standing position (Heiko Dachi) at the front of the dojo and await permission from the instructor before joining the class.

6. Finger and toe nails MUST be kept clean and short.

7. Gi’s (suits) must be in good condition and clean

8. Apply for a licence form immediately upon being accepted into the Dojo.

9. Jewellery (rings, bracelets, watches, neck chains etc) must not be worn during training. If a ring cannot be removed (wedding ring) then tape must be wrapped around it.

10. Members must NOT smoke, swear, chew, spit or commit any other act likely to offend the etiquette of the dojo whilst wearing their Gi.

 

MEMBERS MUST NOT USE THEIR SKILLS IN ANY OFFENSIVE WAY AT ALL.