Dojo Etiquette
Respect to Dojo:
<>  Bow Beforing entering the Dojo mat. 
    
(Signifies your focus toward training and respect toward those also practicing)

<>  Bow before leaving the Dojo mat.
    
(Signifies your focus toward training and respect toward those also practicing)

<>  Remove footwear before entering the Dojo mat.  This includes socks.
  
  (Custom)

<>  Dress and undress in bathroom.

<>  Be in full uniform before entering the Dojo mat. 
Respect to Instructor(s):
<>  Address instructors as Mr., Ms., Mrs., Sensei or Sempai.

<>  Always answer or reply with "
Yes Sir" or "Yes Ma'am".

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DO NOT interrupt the instructor(s), raise your hand if you have a question. 

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DO NOT speak unless recognized. 

<>  Know your instructor's rank and history.
Respect for each other as students:
<>  Practice self-control at all times.

<>  Use
controlled, slow and relaxed sparring techniques.

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"TAP OUT" during holds to tell training partner to release.

<>  Bow to each other before and after practicing techniques together.

<>  Never embarrass other students, always encourage and help one another.

<>  Always help fellow students with training and rank requirment material. 

<>  Remove all jewlery before entering training area. 

<>  For safety reasons, no long fingernails or toenails. 

<>  No food or gum on the Dojo floor. 
Courtesy of Family Martial Arts Center - Honolulu, HI
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