The following two rules are most important.
Violation of either of these rules will result in permanent termination of
membership as well as removal of certification for any rank held within
our dojo.
The remainder of these rules constitute proper dojo
behavior and protocol. Students should familiarize themselves with
this list.
| Etiquette |
- Students must always display courtesy and respect to
peers and instructors.
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- A bow of respect must be performed by each student and
instructor before entering and leaving the training area (dojo).
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- Bow before addressing a black belt or asking a
question. Instructors should be addressed as Mr., Mrs., or Ms.
and their last name or by their correct titles.
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- Please let an instructor know if you will be taking an extended
leave of absence.
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| Protocol |
- Students who arrive late for class should open the
door to the dojo slightly, and wait quietly for permission to join the
class.
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- Students arriving 5 minutes late for class will not
receive attendance credit for that class.
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- Students arriving 10 minutes late for class will not
be admitted to that class.
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- NO consumption of alcohol prior to class. Any
student found to have the smell of alcohol on his/her breath, or who
appears to be intoxicated, will be asked to leave at once.
Violation of this rule may result in the termination of one's
membership.
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- NO eating or drinking in the dojo.
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- NO smoking in the dojo or on the premises.
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- There is to be absolutely no horsing around in the
dojo or in the dressing rooms.
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- Tuition must be paid on time.
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- All students are required to be members of Shidokan
International.
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- Information concerning workshops, clinics and tournaments will
be posted. Students are welcome to attend these events, but
must seek permission before attending other events or visiting other
schools.
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- Students are not permitted to practice techniques which they
have not been formally taught by an instructor.
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- Only kobudo students will be allowed to handle weapons.
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| Dress Code |
- Absolutely no shoes in the training area.
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- All students and instructors must wear a
"traditionally cut" pure white karate uniform (gi).
The school patch must be worn over the heart, and the uniform must
be clean and in good repair. This uniform must be an
acceptable brand (REI or Shureido) and should be purchased through
the dojo.
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- All female students should wear a solid black or white T-shirt or
Sports Bra under their gi tops. The RSMA T-shirt is also
acceptable for this purpose.
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- No hats, shoes or jewelry allowed in the dojo.
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- Finger and toenails must be kept trimmed and clean. Proper
hygiene must be observed by all.
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| Sparring |
- Sparring is prohibited unless supervised by a Dan-rank
(adult black belt) instructor.
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- All students and instructors must display a bow of
courtesy to each other prior to and upon completion of mutual exchange
of hands.
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- Safety gear must be worn. This includes head
gear, mouth guard, and hand, foot, and shin pads. Foul cups are
mandatory for all male participants. Chest protectors are
available and encouraged.
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- Light contact only. No contact to the
head, throat, spine or groin.
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- Take downs and throws are prohibited.
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- Blind, swinging techniques will not be tolerated.
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- Students are not permitted to spar with students of other
schools.
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| Uphold the spirit of the Dojo Creed at all times. |
