Dojo Rules
These rules apply to all karateka and are required learning for 8th KYU (Yellow Belt).
1. You must book onto a session in advance using the Kyudokan App.
2. Always bow when entering or leaving any of the dojo’s or when stepping on the tatami (Training Mats).
3. Always be prompt.
If you are unavoidably late then please enter the dojo quietly, then wait at the back of the dojo behind all the other students. From there a Sensei or Senpai will come and get you and take you to an available space.
4. No running in the dojo.
5. Uncontrolled technique and aggressive or bullying behaviour will not be tolerated and may result in termination of membership.
6. Always address the Instructor as Sensei
7. Respect and courtesy must be shown at all times.
8. All students must have valid membership and payments up to date to train or be assessed.
9. No jewellery of any type may be worn during training. (except for religious requirements).
10. Shoes or socks are not allowed while training except for medical reasons.
11. No student may leave the dojo without an Instructor’s consent especially children.
12. Any injuries must be reported to the Senior Instructor before the class.
13. A clean and ironed Gi and belt correctly tied are required*
- Juniors under 16 – Red Gi with Kyudokan kanji
- Seniors 16 and above – White Gi with Kyudokan Kanji
- 2nd Dan and above – Black Gi with Kyudokan Kanji
During summer months (1st May to 31st August), students have the option to wear The Kyudokan summer / Kumite top and not wear their Gi top and belt.
- Juniors under 16 – Red Gi bottoms + summer / Kumite top showing the students grade
- Seniors - White Gi bottoms + summer / Kumite top showing the students grade
- 2nd Dan and above Black Gi bottoms + summer / Kumite top showing the students grade
During winter months, students must start every session with their Gi trousers, Gi top and belt correctly tied. During the session when there is an activity such as sparring or conditioning Sensei’s may tell students they have the option to wear their Kumite top and can take off their Gi top and belt.
Summer / Kumite tops are only available from the Kyudokan shop and should show the students grade. Link to Kumite & Summer Tops
*if you are unable to tie your own belt please do not ask a Sensei or Senpai to do this for you, please watch “How to Tie your belt” and practice at home before coming to the dojo. How to Tie Your Belt
If a student is not correctly dressed or doesn't have their belt, then any planned assessment or awarding of a grade will be postponed.
14. During sparring correct protective equipment must be worn. No shin pads = no kicks, No Gloves = No Sparring. Please see our full guide: Sparring rules, glove and shin guard guide
If a student doesn't have the correct protective equipment then they will be required to sit and observe or train to one side dependant on instructor availability. Additionally any planned assessment of their sparring will be postponed.
Kyudokan Karate reserves the right to terminate a membership if these rules are breached or if the student is deemed unsuitable to continue Karate Training.