Dojo Rules

Oct 4, 2021

Dojo Rule #35 - When Class Ends

At the end of class, after bowing out, students should remain in seiza until Sensei has left the mat. Well…. ‘Should’ if that’s part of...

Nov 23, 2020

Dojo Rule #1527 - Bokken Rack

Now that we know how to carry our bokken before and after class…. It needs to go back on the rack the right way.

Feb 10, 2020

Dojo Rule #1029 - When Late to Class...

Before joining everyone on the mat, sit in seiza at the edge of the mat and quietly perform a formal bow.

Oct 31, 2019

Dojo Rule #17 - Clean Feet

Make sure you go on the mat with clean feet. It’s a matter of hygiene as we are in constant contact with the mats.

Oct 3, 2019

Dojo Rule #16 - Clean Hands

Since we’re constantly grabbing each other it’s kind of obvious…. Wash your hands before and after class.

Sep 19, 2019

Dojo Rule #15 - No Perfume

Some people are allergic, and some people might be just extremely sensitive to the heavy scent of your choice… Be considerate.

Aug 22, 2019

Dojo Rule #14 - Don’t Block the View...

If you have to pass by people when they are lined up in seiza facing the Shomen, walk behind them, not in front.

Aug 15, 2019

Dojo Rule #13 - Hands off Orifices!

At least during class, Please keep your hands away from your nostrils, mouth, ear canals, or anus (yes, anus… we had a kid with his hand...

Jul 25, 2019

Dojo Rule #10 - Rei

Show respect and gratitude #dojoetiquette #reigi #aikido #martialarts #comics #cartoon #humor #oritshilon

Jul 18, 2019

Dojo Rule #12 - No Talking

There is only one teacher on the mat during class. Talking should be kept to a minimum. #dojoetiquette #aikido #martialarts #comics...

Jun 27, 2019

Dojo Rule#11 - Don’t Chew Gum

All sorts of things can happen…. None of them are good :) #dojoetiquette #aikido #martialarts #comics #cartoon #humor #oritshilon

May 23, 2019

Dojo Rule #9 - Be on Time!

It means - Don’t be late to class, unless completely unavoidable. #dojoetiquette #aikido #martialarts #comics #cartoon #humor #oritshilon

May 16, 2019

Dojo Rule #8 - Shoe Rack

When entering the Dojo, please remove your shoes and place them ON the shoe rack. Not AROUND it!!!... #dojoetiquette #aikido #martialarts...

May 9, 2019

Dojo Rule #7 - No Alcohol, No Drugs!

Never train if your ability has been compromised due to alcohol or drugs. We save the alcohol for our après keiko fiesta......

Apr 25, 2019

Dojo Rule #6 - Soji

Cleaning the dojo (soji) after class is the responsibility of all students, not just some… :) #dojoetiquette #aikido #martialarts ...

Apr 18, 2019

Dojo Rule #5 - Seiza

The only proper way to sit on the mat is in seiza. #dojoetiquette #sieza #aikido #martialarts #comics #cartoon #humor #oritshilon

Apr 11, 2019

Dojo Rule #4 - Tie Up Long Hair

Long loose hair can get stepped on during ukemi, caught under nage’s knee during a pin, tangled during a throw, yanked during a neck...

Mar 28, 2019

Dojo Rule #3 - No Jewelry

It can cut or injure you, or worse - me! #dojoetiquette #aikido #martialarts #comics #cartoon #humor #oritshilon

Mar 21, 2019

Dojo Rule #2 - Keep Your Nails Trimmed

Fingers and toes!!! #aikido #martialarts #comics #cartoon #humor #oritshilon

Mar 14, 2019

Dojo Rule #1 - Keep Your Gi Clean

No one wants to train with you if you stink! #keikogi #aikidogi #aikido #martialarts #comics #cartoon #humor #oritshilon

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