Please read and familiarize yourself with our dojo etiquette and guidelines prior to entering the dojo.
Since we are practicing a traditional Japanese martial art, many of the rules follow cultural guidelines and should be understood as such.

  1. When entering or leaving the dojo and mat area, it is proper to bow in the direction of the Kamiza.
  2. Sign in before the start of every class.
    
  3. Be on time for class. You should be lined up at least 5 minutes before the start of class. If you happen to be late, and class is already in session, please wait quietly on the edge of the mat until the instructor grants you permission to join practice. Once class starts you should not leave the mat without the permission of your instructor.
    
  4. Other than your normal training instruments (i.e. weapons), do not bring other items with you onto the mat. Remove watches, rings and other jewelry before practice. Food or beverages are not allowed in the training area.
    
  5. When class is in session, please keep conversation quite and to an absolute minimum. Do not communicate with people who are not on the mat with you.
    
  6. While on the mat, do not lean against the walls or sit with your legs outstretched. Avoid sitting with your back -or feet- facing the Kamiza, peers, or teacher.
    
  7. You should sit quietly and attentively when the instructor demonstrates a technique during class. After the demonstration, bow to the instructor then to a partner and begin practice.
    
  8. Keep your training uniform and yourself, clean, in good shape, and free of offensive odors. Nails should be cut short and long hair should be tied up.
    
  9. The Dojo’s cleanliness and presentation to visitors is everyone’s responsibility. Any members in attendance should assist in the dojo’s cleaning.
    
  10. To ensure the stability of the dojo, please pay your tuition in a timely manner.