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Martial Arts
studio Etiquette
1. When you enter the dojang bow at
the door and to the : Master, flags, instructor, black belts,
and fellow students. When you leave the dojang bow at the door and
to the: Master, instructor, black belts, fellow students, and
the flags.
2. Whenever you arrive during a class,
enter the dojang and ask the Master or instructor for permission
to enter the class. Do not leave the class without permission from the
Master or instructor.
3. Always wear a clean, neat uniform
to class, and NO jewelry- It can be dangerous to yourself and
others.
4. Personal hygiene is important. Also
keep nails on both hands and feet trimmed back to protect both
yourself and your partner.
5. Please address all black belts as
either" sir" or "ma'am," according to their
sex. This is done to show respect
for their instructor status while in the dojang
6. Whenever you approach the Master or
instructor, bow first and then ask to speak to him politely.
7. Conversation is not permitted
during class.
8. Whenever you need assistance simply
inform the Master or instructor that you do not know a particular movement
and he will take care of you. Never ask him to show you or
demonstrate how to do something. Just explain that you do not know
something, and trust him to take care of it.
9. All students must be courteous and
must obey their Master, instructors, Black Belts, and all other
students. Advanced students should set a good
example for the lower belts.
10. You must have permission form you
instructor to participate in any tournament or martial art
activity.
11. Each student is a member of our
martial arts family, therefore it would be appreciated if you would let us know
if you are ill, are too busy, going on vacation, or will be absent
for an extended period. Changes affecting your training are our
concern, stop by or call to let us know.
12. All students are responsible to
keep the dojang clean.
13. No sparring or contact allowed
without black belt supervision.
14. Do not attempt to practice
techniques you have not been shown directly by your Master or instructor -
there is a reason for this.
15. Do not pursue your training so
strongly as to injure yourself or others.
16. You are responsible for your own
equipment - take care of it.
17. If overly fatigued or having sharp
pain you may drop out or stop a specific activity. However, realize that training with an injury can
lead to a further and more serious injury. Pay attention to what your
body tells you; If your injury or disability forbids you to
participate in a majority of the class activities, be courteous to
the other's time and space, and don't participate in the class
until you are fully capable.
18. Always show respect to your
seniors and each other and take it upon yourself to help and
encourage your juniors.
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