Code of Conduct

Be respectful.

• Bow as you enter and leave the dojo. 

• Do not wear shoes in the training area. 

• Pay close attention when instructors are speaking. 

• Ask for instructor permission before entering or leaving the training area. 

• Bow before and after working with someone. 

• Do not argue or talk excessively during training. 
   

Be prepared to train.

• Arrive on time. 

• Maintain a clean and organized training space. 

• Remove all jewelry and piercings before class. 

• Line up properly by rank and experience. 
   

Regulate your behavior.

• Immediately obey all instructor commands. 

• Stay alert and focused during instruction and training. 

• Do not teach others karate without instructor permission. 

• Never provoke violence or be provoked outside the dojo. 

• Always be aware of your surroundings and act accordingly. 

• Defend yourself at all times. 

Consider the needs of others.

• Always treat others with dignity and respect their diverse viewpoints, backgrounds, and lived experiences. 

• Never use rank or status to unduly influence or manipulate others. 

• Ask permission to work with or touch someone prior to doing so. 

• Do not solicit, suggest, advance, use innuendo, inappropriately touch, or in any way sexually harass others.  

• Do not train if experiencing transmissible illness. 

• Inform partners of existing injuries prior to training with them. 

• Advise partners to properly regulate training intensity. 

Present yourself in a clean, professional manner. 

• Consistently clean and maintain your uniform and equipment. 

• Keep fingernails and toenails properly groomed. 

• Never train under the influence of alcohol or illicit drugs. 
   

Communicate effectively.

• Notify instructors if you will miss class.

• Politely ask for clarification and seek insight as needed. 

• Avoid all forms of verbal or behavioral rudeness or disrespect.  

• Do not use profanity or vulgar language.

• Inform instructors of any grievous violations of conduct codes.