Club Rules

Apart from our formal Constitution and Rules we have a "local" version of the etiquette expected of our members in their daily training in the Dojo.

1: All members must ensure that ...

(a) they are not wearing any dangerous or metal objects:

(b) they are not intoxicated in any way:

(c) toe and finger nails are cut:

(d) their Karate suits are clean:

(e) their feet are kept clean.

2: All students should be members of their club and be in possession of a current licence at all times.

3: Gradings will only be carried out by an official Sandokai Examiner.

4: The correct Sandokai uniform will be worn at all times.

5: Training fees should be paid in advance to the club secretary or his/her deputy.

6: Proper dojo etiquette should be observed at all times.

7: Respect is to be shown to other students, irrespective of their grade.

8: All instructors are to be referred to as either "Sempai" (1st and 2nd Dans) or "Sensei" (3rd Dan or above).

9: Smoking is forbidden in the dojo.

10: Food and drink are not to be consumed in the dojo.

11: Members may not leave the dojo during the training session without first obtaining the permission of the senior grade.

12: Bad language or behaviour will not be tolerated.

The full Constitution and Rules of the Sandokai Karate Association are available for inspection by any member.