The Newbury School of Ki Aikido
The Newbury School of Ki Aikido

Dojo Etiquette

 

  • Arrive 5-10 mins prior to class time allowing time to get changed ready for the warm up
  • No shoes on the mats
  • Report any existing injuries to the instructor
  • Respect other people, their property and belongings
  • Remove all jewellery and watches before the class
  • For your own safety, do not chew gum in the class
  • No smoking in the dojo. No drinking or eating on the mats
  • Turn off all mobile phones (inform instructor if you require your phone on during class)
  • Practice good personal hygene habits (keep your uniform clean, keep finger and toe nails short for health and safety reasons)
  • Leave your ego at the door
  • Demonstrate formal 'bow' as you enter or leave the dojo
  • Before enetering on the mat demonstrate a formal 'bow' to the senior grade
  • Show proper effort and spirit in the dojo
  • If you are late for class, bow to the instructor and wait for permission to join the class
  • We recommend you write down what you have learnt to aid learning after class.

 

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