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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...
Oct 4, 2021
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.
Nov 23, 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.
Feb 10, 2020
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 31, 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.
Oct 3, 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.
Sep 19, 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 22, 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...
Aug 15, 2019
Dojo Rule #10 - Rei
Show respect and gratitude #dojoetiquette #reigi #aikido #martialarts #comics #cartoon #humor #oritshilon
Jul 25, 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...
Jul 18, 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
Jun 27, 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 23, 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 16, 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......
May 9, 2019
Dojo Rule #6 - Soji
Cleaning the dojo (soji) after class is the responsibility of all students, not just some… :) #dojoetiquette #aikido #martialarts ...
Apr 25, 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 18, 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...
Apr 11, 2019
Dojo Rule #3 - No Jewelry
It can cut or injure you, or worse - me! #dojoetiquette #aikido #martialarts #comics #cartoon #humor #oritshilon
Mar 28, 2019
Dojo Rule #2 - Keep Your Nails Trimmed
Fingers and toes!!! #aikido #martialarts #comics #cartoon #humor #oritshilon
Mar 21, 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
Mar 14, 2019
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