1. All students must be prompt for every class practice, meeting, and exhibition. 2. Bow before entering and upon leaving the mats. Whenever two students practice together or in contest, they should bow to each other. Bowing is a means of respect. 3. If tardy, the student should sit in seiza (kneeling) at the edge of the mat and wait until acknowledged by the instructor. Once permission to join the class has been granted, the student should bow from seiza before entering the mat. 4. No one is allowed on the mats other than those belonging to that class. 5. All students must be dressed in complete uniform (Gi) during all classes. Women should wear a white T-shirt under the jacket. 6. Gi's should be kept clean and held in place by a Gi belt. If the belt becomes undone during practice, the students should face in the opposite direction from his opponent, kneel and secure his belt. 7. Do not leave personal uniforms (Gi's) or belongings overnight. 8. Keep off mats with any footwear. 9. Keep your fingernails and especially toenails trimmed short. 10. Cleanliness should be practiced by all. 11. No jewelry, watches, or sharp objects should be worn that would be detrimental to you or your opponent (wedding bands O.K.).
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