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Ethics and code of behaviour
The art of Karate places great emphasis on the development of the character of its students and a code of behaviour is used together with the physical training so that technical skill, physical fitness and good behaviour become synonymous with Karate-do.
The code is based on a mutual respect for teachers and students and acknowledges that respect must be shown for seniority. Karateka are expected to show the same respect for the society in which they live and for those who live in and administer that society.
Dojo Etiquette
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Always bow on entering the dojo.
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Junior grades must bow first to their seniors.
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Instructors should be referred to as SENSEI and not by their name.
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Nails must be kept clean and short enough to avoid scratching and cutting.
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Jewellery should not be worn.
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Shoes must be removed on entering the dojo. Tatami to be kept clean at all times
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Long hair must be tied back.
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Late arrivals should enter the dojo quietly and stand at the side facing the front where they can be clearly seen by the Sensei.
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Smoking, chewing and swearing are prohibited in the dojo.
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It is the responsibility of the individual to ensure their gi is kept clean and in a good state of repair. One academy badge should be worn on the left breast of the gi, the appropriate coloured belt, including any tabs must be worn with the gi at all times.
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All students should have visited the toilet prior to the commencement of training.
The Hull & East Riding Karate Academy prides itself on its excellent standard of both teaching and hard training, to become proficient in Karate takes both discipline and hard training therefore the academy is run with discipline. The rules are for the benefit of all students, please adhere to them.
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