{"id":210,"date":"2015-01-10T01:14:12","date_gmt":"2015-01-10T01:14:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dev.karateberkeley.com\/?page_id=210"},"modified":"2016-10-31T14:39:35","modified_gmt":"2016-10-31T14:39:35","slug":"dojo-etiquette","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/www.karateberkeley.com\/?page_id=210","title":{"rendered":"Dojo Etiquette"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"c-1\"<\/a>\u2022 Always bow in and out of the Dojo. Always bow to your partner before and after an exercise.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Shoes should be removed before stepping into the Dojo.<\/p>\n

\u2022 When late for class, bow in, do 10 push ups, and wait for the instructor to bow you in.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Always address the head instructor as Sensei.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Always pay strict attention to the instructor and not to other distractions.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Never leave the class for a break, water, or any early dismissal, except with permission.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Students should remove all jewelry before class, for their own safety and that of others.<\/p>\n

\u2022 No smoking, profanity or gum in the Dojo.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Practice what you are taught.<\/p>\n

\u2022 No sparring allowed without permission (ask an instructor for permission). Students must wear full protective equipment.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Never lose your temper in the Dojo, especially in self-defense, or free sparring.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Students must always keep their finger and toenails clipped and clean.<\/p>\n

\u2022 No horseplay in the Dojo.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Do not use the equipment unless authorized by an instructor. Do not borrow another person’s equipment without his\/her permission.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Never talk during class except to ask or answer questions, or to discuss martial arts.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Do not ask to test. Your instructor will always inform you when you are ready.<\/p>\n

\u2022 As a sign of respect and responsibility, dues should be paid on time.<\/p>\n

\u2022 If you are the last to leave the Dojo, lock the front door and turn off the lights. <\/p><\/div>\n