Shotokan Etiquette...
Dojo Kun:
As you may have noticed running through this web site, we have listed the 5 rules of the dojo. These translate roughly to...
- Refrain from violent behaviour.
- Be faithful and sincere.
- Cultivate the spirit of perseverance.
- Be respectful and courteous.
- Seek perfection of character.
Etiquette:
Good etiquette is important to all karate-ka.
- Karate-ka must bow upon entering and leaving the dojo.
- Give respect to the dojo.
- Give respect to the instructor and visiting Sensei.
- Give respect to all karate-ka - whatever the grade or age.
- Bow to dan grades in order of seniority.
- Arrive on time for your class.
- Acknowledge the instructor during the lesson.
- Maximum effort must be applied during the class.
- Make sure karate gi's are washed and cleaned.
- Jewellery must be removed for training.
- No smoking or eating in the dojo.
- Do not use abusive language.
- No unnecessary violence inside or outside the dojo.
