Dojo Etiquette - students

• 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.
• Classes begin with a formal bow to the instructor(Sensei) with students lining up in the highest rank descending order.
• Classes end with a formal bow to the instructor(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 earlier, you must ask permission from the instructor.
• During class, when the instructor(Sensei) is demonstrating the technique, students should sit silently.
• Talking should be kept to a minimum and relate to the class subject.
• No foul language inside the school.
• Bow and shake hands with your partner before and after training.
• Clean hygiene is required. Please be considerate.
• Keep finger and toe nails short for everyone’s safety.
• All students must wear an official PDT uniform or No Gi shorts and shirt. 
• Approved colors of gis are black, blue, and white with school logos. 
• It is suggested to wear a shirt or rash guard underneath the gi top.
• Your gi must be clean at all times. A dirty gi is a sign of disrespect.
• The gi must be worn on designated gi classes.
• When fixing your gi or belt, face the wall
• The belt represents your progress, so keep it on.
• Refer to all black belt instructors as “sensei”.
• All accessories must be removed before training. (necklaces, rings, etc.)
• No shoes, socks, food or drink allowed on the mat.
• Shoes or sandals MUST be worn when entering the restroom for any reason. 
• Students are not permitted on the mat at any time other than during their designated class time, unless otherwise stated for a specific reason.
• No running or screaming.
• Behavior that is repeatedly disrespectful could result in dismissal from the gym.
• Most of all, put your best effort forward each day and have fun doing so. You are becoming a martial artist!

Dojo Etiquette - PRENTS

• Please, no coaching from the sideline. This can be discouraging and create conflict.
• Keep all other children off the mat during class.
• Please have cell phones on silent to keep distractions to a minimum.