orit shilon

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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

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

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