1. Respect the Dojo

• Bow upon entering and leaving the dojo. Before entering or leaving, you must be recognized by the instructor.

• Always keep the dojo clean and orderly. Manage your own belongings and ensure that the space is safe for all participants.

• Treat equipment and the training space with care. Aid in the setup, cleaning, and tear-down of the training area. Report any damage or risks you identify.

2. Show Respect to Teachers, Students, and Yourself

• Always bow to instructors and fellow students.

• Address instructors with appropriate titles (e.g., Sensei, Sempai).

• Listen attentively and avoid interrupting during instruction.

3. Maintain Proper Etiquette

• Arrive on time. If late, wait at the edge of the mat and bow before entering.

• Wear a clean karate-gi (uniform) with appropriate belt.

• If you do not have a uniform attend your class dressed appropriately for the activity.

• Remove shoes before stepping onto the training surface.

4. Practice with Discipline

• No horseplay, foul language, or disruptive behavior.

• Do not engage in behaviour that inconveniences others.

• Always train with focus, intensity, and seriousness.

• Control your techniques—safety is a shared responsibility.

5. Personal Conduct

• Your safety and the safety of your training partner is of primary importance.

• Keep fingernails and toenails trimmed for safety.

• No jewelry or accessories during training are permitted unless approval has been granted by the instructor.

• Personal hygiene must be maintained. Do not attend class if you are sick, have open wounds, or have communicable diseases.

• No food or drinks (other than water) is permitted in the training area

• Change in the designated areas.

• Always inform the instructor if you have an injury or limitation.

• Your safety is your responsibility. Do not participate in an exercise if you do not feel that it is safe for you or your partner to do so.

• In the event that special equipment is required to protect an injury or unique circumstances, it may be approved by the instructor provided it does not pose a risk to yourself or others.

• When training with a partner, adhere to all signals to terminate your interaction, either by request or by using a double tap.

6. Follow Instruction

• Always obey the directions of your instructors in the class.

• All instruction is to take place only under the supervision of a qualified instructor.

• Never teach techniques without permission.

• Ask questions respectfully and only when appropriate.

• Sparring is only to be conducted in the presence of and with the permission of an instructor.

7. Outside the Dojo

• Use karate only for defence and never to intimidate or harm others.

• Represent your dojo honorably. Your behaviour reflects your dojo and your instructors.

8. Commitment to Growth

• Train regularly and strive for improvement. Make karate a priority in your life.

• Support and encourage fellow students.

• Embody the spirit of karate—humility, perseverance, and respect.

• Your behaviour should be a model for others.