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Dojo Etiquette
Those who step into a dojo are expected to adhere to certain expectations. To guide the student into understanding them, here is a list of expectations to keep in mind while you are in the dojo:
- Always courtesy before you enter the dojo and after you leave the dojo.
- Always courtesy (or bow) to sensei or the senior ranking instructor.
- Always courtesy before entering and leaving the dojo training area.
- No shoes are permitted on the dojo training area.
- No running or horse play at any time.
- No profanity.
- No food, drinks, candy, or gum is permitted on the dojo training area.
- Jewelry should be removed prior to training to protect them from damage.
- Enrolled students should always come prepared with their gi and obi.
- Visiting students may wear plain sweats or if available, their gi and obi.
- Visitors are requested to keep conversation volume to a minimum during class sessions.
- Be respectful of your peers regardless of rank.
- Engage in kumite only when permitted by an instructor.
- Only practice techniques that have been taught to you.
- Do not engage in free conversation with other students.
We welcome visitors to our school during class hours. However, we request that you do not disrupt the training that occurs during class hours. Please be respectful of our students and instructors by remaining quiet and non-disruptive.
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Please note that this list does not encompass all the expectations of the student while they are on the dojo training area. They should act as a guide to you. If you are doubtful, always seek an instructor for clarification or assistance.
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