Rules
of the Dojo
1.
All members
shall not use profanity in
the dojo.
2.
All members
shall bow to Sensei and the Shihan
upon entering and before leaving the dojo.
3.
All members
shall remove their shoes
before entering the dojo.
4.
All members
shall bow to each other at
the beginning and end of each class.
5.
All members
shall bow when coming onto and leaving the deck.
6.
All members shall bow to Sensei or the Shihan when coming onto the deck.
7.
All members
shall bow to any black belt
coming onto the deck.
8.
Colored belts
shall never address a black belt by
his/her first name.
9.
Members should
show respect towards instructor and fellow classmates by not yawning or being distracting.
10.
Members should
turn away from instructor to fix their gi's.
11.
Students are
to stand at attention or in a
parade rest stance unless otherwise directed.
12.
Students are
to pay attention at all times
and should not talk amongst
themselves.
13.
Always respond with yes sir/ma'am or no sir/mam when speaking to the instructor or higher
ranks.
14.
Do not wear your belt outside of the dojo.
15.
Never eat or drink while wearing your belt.
16.
Show respect
to your achieved rank by not letting
your belt touch or drag on the floor.
17.
Students are
to not leave the deck without
permission.
18.
Students
should be on time to class.
19.
Always inform the instructor before class
begins if you have to leave
early or have an injury or physical
impairment that might impede your ability to train.
20.
At all times fingernails and toenails are to be kept
short and personal hygiene is to be observed.
21.
Never criticize
fellow students.
22.
Keep your gi clean and neat at all times.
23.
Do not wear rings, jewelry or other metal ornaments while on the deck.
24.
Do not enter
the dojo while intoxicated or under the influence.
25.
Do not have
pop or candy or chew gum while on the deck.
26.
There should
be no excessive laughter, loud
talking, rough housing or running in the dojo while class is in
session.
27.
Always look after your junior and lend
a helping hand to lower ranks.
28.
Refrain from
misusing your knowledge.
29.
A report of any and all fights you engage
in must be made to the office within 24 hours. Failure to do so may result in your discharge
from the dojo.
30.
Do not show
any karate techniques to anyone whom is not a dojo member and do not demonstrate in public.
31.
Do not leave personal belongings, clothing, or uniform in the dojo overnight.
32.
No smoking
in the dojo at all times.
33.
Signs and
periodic postings are to be observed at all times.
34. Try to promote the true spirit of karate by
developing:
Humility -- Never lose sight of your shortcomings
Respect -- Courtesy to others
Character -- Moral development
Health -- Physical development
Skill -- Proficiency in contest