Dojo Etiquette

Keep a respectful posture on the dojo.

Bow to your instructor and partner before and after practice.

Classes begin with students lining up in descending grade order.

Classes end with a formal bow to the instructor in lining up in descending grade order.

When the instructor is demonstrating the techniques, every student must pay attention.

If you are late ask permission of the Instructor to start the class.

If you need to leave the class earlier ask permission of the Instructor.

Keep finger and toe nails short for everyone's safety.

The Kimono must be washed after every training.

Shoes or flip-flops must be worn out side of the dojo at all times.

The Kimono must be worn at all times, except for Nogi classes.

The belt represents your progress. Keep it on.

All metal objects, jewellery, piercings, necklaces or other such items should be removed.

No shoes, food, drink on the mat.

Never roll when you are sick, with open cuts or feeling unwell.