Oct 4, 2021Dojo Rule #35 - When Class EndsAt 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, 2020Dojo Rule #1527 - Bokken RackNow 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, 2020Dojo 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, 2019Dojo 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, 2019Dojo 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, 2019Dojo 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, 2019Dojo 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, 2019Dojo 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, 2019Dojo Rule #10 - Rei Show respect and gratitude #dojoetiquette #reigi #aikido #martialarts #comics #cartoon #humor #oritshilon
Jul 18, 2019Dojo 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, 2019Dojo 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, 2019Dojo 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, 2019Dojo 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, 2019Dojo 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, 2019Dojo Rule #6 - SojiCleaning the dojo (soji) after class is the responsibility of all students, not just some… :) #dojoetiquette #aikido #martialarts ...
Apr 18, 2019Dojo 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, 2019Dojo 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, 2019Dojo Rule #3 - No JewelryIt can cut or injure you, or worse - me! #dojoetiquette #aikido #martialarts #comics #cartoon #humor #oritshilon
Mar 21, 2019Dojo Rule #2 - Keep Your Nails TrimmedFingers and toes!!! #aikido #martialarts #comics #cartoon #humor #oritshilon
Mar 14, 2019Dojo Rule #1 - Keep Your Gi CleanNo one wants to train with you if you stink! #keikogi #aikidogi #aikido #martialarts #comics #cartoon #humor #oritshilon