Behavior

  • Use proper manners at all times

  • No running

  • No yelling or screaming

  • No climbing on tables, chairs or furniture

  • Do not disrupt any ongoing class in our room or any other room

Class Time

  • You must send a message on Slack if you will miss class

  • Students must be dressed and ready to begin 5 minutes before class

  • Restroom and water time is before or after class

  • Students should spend 5 to 10 minutes before class to stretch

  • No gum or candy during class

  • When called to start class, line up by rank starting from your left

  • Any student misbehaving will be asked to leave the floor

  • NEVER criticize another student or instructor

  • Loss of temper or bad language is not tolerated at any time

  • Address instructors as Mr., Mrs., Sir, Mam, or Master at all times

  • All fighting and sparing will take place under the direction of an instructor

  • When facing a partner for sparing or techniques, always bow before and after in a sign of respect

Uniforms

  • Must be worn for every class

  • Keep your gi clean at all times

  • Attach patches properly

  • Maintain a proper length of gi for pants and tops

  • Do not wear earrings, bracelets, or jewelry during class

  • Keep your hands and feet should be washed and cleaned

  • No pen or marker markings should be on your hands

  • T-shirts must be worn under uniform tops

    • Important: Do not wear V-neck, tank top, or cami

Belts

  • Wear belts during class only

  • Please put belts on upon arrival into the school

  • Never drop or place your belt on floor

  • Keep your belt clean, BUT…

  • Never wash your belt (that will wash away all of your knowledge)

*This is not a complete list of rules and others may be brought to the attention of the students at any time.*
*While these rules may seem formal, they help instill a sense of respect and discipline necessary which may, if taken lightly, be dangerous.*
*Any dispute should be brought to the attention of the Instructor.*