The tradition of discipline and protocol in the Martial Arts is part of what makes training so special and sets it apart from the gym or other activities. Please join us in making Sunny Dojo a pleasant and productive place for all of our students and families by reviewing and abiding by these rules. Thank you for your cooperation. OSS!
- Martial Arts begin and end with Respect. Respect the People, the Process, and the Place. Please treat everyone with courtesy.
- Arrive at least 10 minutes prior to scheduled class time and be ready to train. Train at least 2 times a week to maximize the values and benefits you receive from training.
- When entering or exiting the matted area — bow towards the center of the mat.
- Class begins with all students lining up with their attendance card in hand.
- Maintain a respectful posture in the training area — whether seated or standing. Avoid slouching, lounging or leaning on the wall.
- No obscene language or ill-tempered behavior is allowed inside the Dojo. Control your temper at all times.
- Do not talk or exit the mat while the Instructor is teaching — keep talking with training partners to a minimum.
- For safety reasons, if you arrive late, or plan to leave early — ask the Instructor’s permission before entering or exiting the mat. You may NOT attend class if you are more than 10 minutes late.
- It is mandatory to wear an official school gi / uniform when training.
- It is mandatory to wear a t-shirt / rashguard underneath your gi jacket. Preferably a Sunny Dojo t-shirt / rashguard.
- When tying or adjusting your gi, please turn away from your training partner and face the edge of the mats.
- When working with your training partner, bow to each other at the beginning and at the end of each exercise.
- All students must maintain good personal hygiene.
- Keep finger and toe nails short and clean for everyone’s safety.
- No jewelry or other metal objects may be worn on the mat. Sunny Dojo is not responsible for damaged or lost items.
- Properly manage long hair so that it’s not getting stepped on or pulled by accident. For those with hair passed the shoulders please tie it back or braid it.
- Absolutely NO shoes, food or drinks on the mats and turf / artificial grass.
- All students must properly wear a clean, odor–free uniform at all times.
- Footwear / flip-flops MUST be worn when off the mats and turf / artificial grass.
- All students and their visiting families share the responsibility of keeping the Dojo a safe and clean space.
- Keep cell phones off during class — they distract those who are trying to learn.
- Parents and guests: please keep talking to a minimum. Keep cell phones on vibrate and step outside to make phone calls. Keep young siblings supervised so they do not disturb the class in progress.
- Refer to black belt instructors as “Professor”. Refer to non black belt instructors as Mr. / Ms. “Name”.
- Resist the urge to give unsolicited instruction or advice to fellow students.
- Never become overly aggressive while training. Learn to relax and go easy. Train at a pace that promotes longevity and safety.
- Always show proper effort and spirit when training. Incorporate the principles of Mutual Cooperation, Mutual Respect and Mutual Benefit.
- Introduce yourself to fellow students whom you do not know and make them feel welcome. Support your fellow practitioners both on and off the mats. Treat each other as family.
- Do not abuse your knowledge of the Martial Arts. Martial Arts should only be used to protect yourself and others.
- Have fun, it’s mandatory.
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