"Karate begins and ends with Courtesy."
- gichin funakoshi
ACADEMY ETIQUETTE
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Always be respectful to others. NO fighting, swearing or use of foul language.
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Please keep your hands to yourself unless doing in class drills. Respect personal space.
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Bow when you enter and exit the Academy training floor.
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Karate is for defense only.
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Be on time for class, dressed and ready to train.
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Talking should be kept to a minimum level and should relate to the class subject.
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Patiently raise your hand if you have a question.
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Basic hygiene is important, please shower. Keep fingernails/ toenails neatly trimmed.
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Wash your gi uniform at least once a week.
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All jewelry, piercings, necklaces and other items should be removed during training.
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No bullying or use of bullying tactics to isolate another person or property.
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Please do NOT come to class if you are sick.
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Parents, please pick up your kids on time.
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Any type of discrimination will not be tolerated.
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Sportsmanship is important in our Academy, everyone is learning. Please control your emotions.
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