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Upon entering or
leaving the dojo, students whether in dogi or street clothes
will bow toward the interior of the dojo and then to the
presiding instructor. The instructor will acknowledge the bow if
he is not occupied, otherwise the student need not wait for the
instructors acknowledgement.
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Should a student
be unavoidably late for class, the student will enter the dojo
quietly and wait until the instructor gives a sign of
recognition. The student will then approach the instructor and
obtain permission to join the class.
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Should it be
necessary for a student to leave the dojo while class in still
in session, the student will first receive permission from the
presiding instructor.
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Students must
always speak respectfully to the instructor and the designated
senior student (Sempai). Instructors will be addressed as “Sir”
or “Sensei”. All students are expected to be courteous and
understanding. Advanced students are expected to set a good
example for new students and to assist them whenever possible.
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Students will bow
to their training partner before and after they have finished
working together. Students will turn around and adjust their gi
if needed prior to bowing. Proper respect will be shown to more
advanced students.
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All unnecessary
noise or rowdy behavior and loud conversation have no place in
the dojo, both during and before/after class.
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Students seated
on the side of the mat will keep a posture fitting with the
spirit of the martial arts. Students will be seated in either
the crossed legs or seiza position. Silence will be observed and
attention paid to the activity at hand.
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Your dogi should
be kept clean at all times. Complete dogi will be worn while
practicing in the dojo and the dogi, except for trousers will
not be worn outside the dojo except to approved events.
Remember, your dogi is for practicing the art of Ju-Jutsu, and
are not play clothes.
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Students will
ensure that they are personally clean and their toenails and
fingernails are closely trimmed. Jewelry of any type will not be
worn during class. This is to protect both you and your training
partner.
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You must have the
approval of the instructor before participating in any
tournament competition, demonstration or other activities by
another dojo other than your own.
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Students may not
teach or give a demonstration of Ju-Jutsu without the
instructor’s prior approval.
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Any substitute
instructor will be treated with the same respect and courtesy as
your own instructor.
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Students will
remove shoes upon entering the dojo and shoes are never
permitted on the mat.
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Students with
long hair shall arrange their hair as to not interfere with
training.
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Students will not
engage in any activity or behavior which will bring discredit to
the dojo or your instructor.
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Students will not
use alcohol or any substance that will impair their judgment or
coordination before class. If a student appears to be impaired
or alcohol can be smelled on the breath, the student will be
dismissed from class.
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Students who are
in 12th grade or below must maintain passing grades
in all subjects. Students who fail to maintain passing grades
will not be allowed to test for advancement or may be suspended
from class until such time as they can demonstrate their grades
are now passing.
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Students will
follow the principles listed below:
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Show loyalty
to my God, my country, to my instructor, dojo, fellow
students and the principles of my art.
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To always
strive for what is good and not what is evil.
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Never misuse
the art of Ju-Jutsu or initiate violence. When forced to use
my training in a self-defense situation, to only use as much
force as necessary to stop the attack.
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To work
toward the creation of harmony between all people, always
remembering that Ju-Jutsu is for defense only.
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To respect
the authority of person’s in a position of authority.
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To show
courtesy to all persons, even when they are not courteous to
me.
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To respect
nature.
