Etiquette
and RulesEtiquette
and Rules
Conti's Martial Arts Academy
New Jersey Aiki-Kai & Budokan
Shorin No Tora Ryu Karate - Aikido & AikiJujutsu
522 North Avenue Route 28W
Dunellen, NJ 08812
Tel: 732-752-7030
email: Sensei@NJAikikai.com
Always wear a clean gi (uniform)
Keep your finger and toe nails clean and clipped
Use a mouthwash
Use a deodorant
Stop smoking
Check the bulletin board daily for announcements and dojo activities
Horseplay will not be tolerated
A groin cup and support should be worn during class for protection
No smoking, drinking, or eating in the dojo
Profanity and obscene language is forbidden
All students should keep a notebook
Attend our yearly Asageiko training (2 day summer weapons camp)
Call the dojo if you intend to be absent
Lateness will not be tolerated. Call for permission to be admitted
If permitted to class late, go to the end of the class line-up and begin the warm up exercises
Show respect to all students and instructors at all times. (apply this to your daily life)
Never leave the mat area once class is in session without permission
Attend our yearly Kangeiko training (2 day winter Aiki & Karate training)
Monthly tuition is to be paid before the 30th of each month
Always bow before getting on the mat training area and after getting off the mat
Always remove your shoes and carry them down to the changing room
Train daily with a makiwara at home
Read Ki In Daily Life three times before green belt promotion
If you are absent for one full month you lose seniority but not rank
Learn the basics well
Only black belt instructors and brown belt assistant instructors may "teach" the art
Besides physical prowess, promotions will be considered on the basis of maturity, reliability, sincerity, attendance, and on your character
Live the Art
Ask Sensei about required readings
Never walk on the mats with shoes. (apply this to your home)
Do not park in the rear of the dojo (room for instructors and tenants only)
Do not drink from another student’s water mug. Purchase your own water mug
Clean the dojo periodically. Do not wait to be told (apply this to your home)
Put your tuition (cash or check) in an envelope and put your name on it. It is rude to drop cash on Sensei’s desk
Just as a temple, synagogue, or church is more than a building and a home is more than a house, the Budokan or dojo is more than a store front or a gym.
You will arrive and depart from the dojo with a properly folded gi, obi, and hachimaki
Do not ask to use the dojo telephone unless it is a true emergency. Make your plans in advance.
When a student’s skills have been assessed and a recommendation has been made, a private lesson will be arranged for the purpose of testing, modifying, and re-teaching
Get involved in seminars, clinics, workshops, and weapons classes
Once class begins, be quiet. Sign up, line up, and shut up