Policy

Dojo Rules and judo Etiquette

· Arrive on time

· No Shoes on the Tatami

· Always wear shoes too and from the mat to keep your feet clean

· No bad language in the dojo

· Fingernails must be short and no jewellery is to be worn

· Do not sit during training unless advised by your instructor

· If you are sitting on the mat either kneel (seiza) or cross your legs

· If you need to leave the dojo you must advise your instructor and bow off

· During Uchikomi partners should count repetition

· Above all train and fight hard and have respect for your fellow judoka

· Judoka have a good reputation for being people of honour and good character both in Japan and
internationally due to the origins, teachings and work ethic needed to succeed in the art.
Keep this in mind when representing the club.