Tradition Keeps The Mat Safe
Dojo
Etiquette.
Simple standards, taken seriously. They are how a traditional academy stays focused, humble, and safe for everyone.
/ Respect
- Bow to the center of the mat when you enter.
- Bow to the center of the mat when you exit.
- Keep a respectful posture in the dojo.
- Refer to all black belt instructors as “professor”, and brown/purple belt instructors as “coach.”
- When fixing your gi or belt, face the wall.
- Classes begin with a formal bow to the professor(s), with students lining up in descending order by rank.
- Classes end with a formal bow to the masters and then to the professor(s).
- If you are late, sit by the side of the mat and wait for permission to join.
- If you need to leave the mat or leave class early, ask permission from the professor.
- During technique demonstrations, sit silently with your back to the wall and legs crossed.
- Bow and shake hands with your partner before and after training.
- Students are not permitted on the mat outside their designated class time.
- Do not boast about winning or defeating a training partner.
- Sparring is meditation, not competition.
- Do not injure your training partners.
- Be humble.
- Bullying and arrogance will not be tolerated.
/ Quiet
- Talking should be kept to a minimum and relate to the class subject.
- No foul language inside the school.
- Take calls outside.
- No running or screaming.
/ Cleanliness
- Shoes or sandals MUST be worn when entering the restroom. Students will not be allowed on the mat if found violating this rule.
- Bring a towel to clean up after yourself after each roll.
- Keep finger and toe nails short for everyone’s safety.
- No shoes, socks, cell phones, food or drink on the mat.
- No food allowed in the dojo.
/ Dress Code
- All students must wear an official Roger Gracie uniform. Approved gi color is white.
- A shirt or rash guard underneath the gi top is mandatory.
- Your gi must be clean at all times. A dirty gi is a sign of disrespect.
- The gi must be worn at all times.
- The belt represents your progress, so keep it on.
- All accessories must be removed before training (necklaces, rings, etc.).
/ Parents
- No coaching from the sideline.
- Keep all other children off the mat during class.
- Have cell phones on silent to keep distractions to a minimum.
- Tablets and other entertainment must be silenced.
- Please make sure your kids keep quiet during the adult classes.