Dojo Rules
01. Treat all instructors and senior members with respect.
02. Support your instructors in every way.
03. Conform to all ceremonial procedures.
04. Leave all worldly thoughts outside the dojo.
05. Hold the dojo in deepest respect at all times.
06. Only work to the lesson being instructed.
07. Encourage and co-operate with partners using the
minimum amount of force necessary at all times.
08. Weapons must never be drawn unless instructed.
09. Horseplay or bullying in any form is subject to
disciplinary action, which may result in dismissal of the offender.
10. Never knock another style.
11. Support and attend all group meetings and seminars.
Health and Safety
01. Ensure personal hygiene and cleanliness of practice
suits at all times.
02. Protective wear should always be worn during training,
including training slippers, groin cups, etc.
03. All injuries, cuts, grazes must be reported to your
first aid officer for treatment and protection against infection.
04. Leave all equipment and premises clean and tidy
at all times.
05. Have consideration for your fellow students’
safety at all times.
Creed
01. I bow not in submission but in respect.
02. I raise the hand of peace and lower the hand of
war.
03. I seek a higher knowledge and vow not to shed blood
needlessly.
~ Renshi Martin Grant