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The Norfolk Wadoryu Karate Club
Norfolk Wadoryu Karate Club - Translated by Alief Yahya

Dojo Etiquette
  1. When entering & leaving the training area (dojo) students should bow.

  2. All instructors should  be addressed as Sensei

  3. If arriving late, Bow in and then kneel on the side of the training area and wait for the Sensei to give you permission to join the class.

  4. Uniform (Gi) must be kept clean and in good condition.

  5. Jewellery (rings, bracelets, neck chains etc) must not be worn during training. If you can't get a ring off then tape must be wrapped around it.

  6. "Oss" is a sign of respect and is used generally but especially in the following situations:-

    Upon receiving any advice or command from Sensei, the student should reply by answering "Oss".
    When bowing at the start and finish of the class.
    When bowing to your partner during Kumite.

  7. Students must not use their skills in any offensive way outside the Dojo.

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