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Always
show courtesy, politeness, respect, and kindness to all. Cooperation is
key.
- Cooperation
means
training
at
your
partners
level.
If
you are senior, you may
have to slow down. If you are junior, you may have to make an
effort to speed up. This is a karate class not a dance class, but
safety is of the utmost importance.
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Observe
the training schedule by arriving early and being prepared for class.
If you’re late, change immediately, and then wait for permission from
the instructor before entering the training area.
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When
arriving early, if another class is in session, do not disturb the
class.
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Karate
dues are for the karate class only. If you want to use the other
equipment or attend other Triad sponsored classed, please see Triad
personal about a membership/costs.
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Shoes
should be removed when entering the dojo.
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When
entering or leaving the training area, show your respect by bowing.
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Your gi
should be kept clean and neat. Wearing jewelry or hair ornaments is not
allowed and your fingernails and toenails should be kept short to
prevent injury to other students and yourself.
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When the
instructor calls for training to begin, line up quickly.
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Bow to
the instructor, senior students, and each other with appreciation and
respect.
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Training
with cuts or open sores is strictly prohibited unless properly covered.
If injured while training, stop immediately and ask permission to
obtain first aid supplies.
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When
adjusting your clothing or wiping perspiration from your face, always
turn away from the instructor.
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During class, kata should be performed with kime
(focused power). If you become tired, rather than proceed weakly, rest
for a short period and then continue.
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Never
leave the class for water, or early dismissal, without first getting
permission.
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Listen
carefully to the advice and instructions given to you. Don’t forget to
thank the instructor and senior student(s) to show that you have heard
and understood their comments.
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Sempai
(senior students) are responsible for setting the example of
cooperation and conduct in the dojo. Kohai (junior students) should
observe closely the actions of the sempai to correctly further their
learning.
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Sempai
should keep this in mind, and set the proper example. Sempai should
take the lead in explaining and correcting Kohai's behavior.
- Sempai
should refrain from giving instruction unless Sensei Hoffer is watching
another group.
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Don’t
talk in class except to ask or answer a question. While observing
training, always stand, kneel, or sit in a proper way and do not bother
others by talking.
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No
sparring is allowed below 1st kyu rank without permission.
Fooling around can result in injuries and is absolutely prohibited.
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Any
outside activities (fighting, etc.) that bring discredit to Sensei, the
school, karate-do, or the student are sufficient reason for dismissal.
Any incident that occurs should be reported to Sensei immediately.
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You
should advise Sensei if you have to temporarily discontinue your
training.
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It’s your
obligation to pay your agreed upon dues in a consistent and timely
manner. If you’re having temporary financial difficulties, you should
discuss it with Sensei prior to being late. Monthly payments are due on
or before the 1st class of the month.
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Make the
class instructor aware of any injuries or sickness prior to class.
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Improvement
in
you
skills
requires
regular
attendance.
Attendance
of less than
twice a week over a sustained period of time will stop your progress,
and eventually you will slip backwards.
