We at The Martial Arts Place like to think that we’re an easy going bunch, we like to kick back with our feet up as much as the next instructor, however, to help keep law and order and so we don’t end up with complete chaos, we embrace the following etiquette at our Dojo…
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Bow on entering and leaving the Dojo.
We bow on entering and leaving our Dojo as a mark of respect for our learning environment and to show respect to our teachers and colleagues. We also ask that you do not enter our Dojo until you’ve taken off your shoes and hats.
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In the Dojo please leave your shoes and ego at the door!
We like to keep our Dojo sparkly clean and safe for running around in, so please leave your shoes on our shoe rack!
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Do not smoke, chew, drink or swear.
Please keep your food and drinks off the mats. If you do eat or drink in the Dojo be kind and put your rubbish in our bins 
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Please report to your Senseiif you feel unwell or are injured.
We like to keep you safe and well so that we can all get the most out of our lessons, please let us know if you’re injured or feeling poorly!
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The use of mobile phones in the Dojo is not allowed.
We’re all busy people and understand that sometimes you just have to take that call, so we ask that you put your phones on silent at the Dojo or leave our learning space to take your call.
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Mark your equipment with your name.
We don’t like it when we lose our kit – help us return lost kit quickly by marking yours with your name!
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Introduce yourself to new members you meet in the Dojo, be friendly!
It’s sometimes a bit scary being new – so make everyone feel welcome by showing a smile and sharing your name.
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Please keep long hair tied back
- It’s safer!
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Finally…. Please let us know if you will be away for more than a couple of weeks…we worry you know!
Congratulations to Emily, Alistair and Manuella who all graded to orange 3.
