Helston Judo Kwai

Basic Judo Etiquette

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Politeness, good manners and common decency are all part of Judo. All students are expected to train themselves in judo Etiquette and to make it part of their Judo.

The following should be observed at all times:-

Respect your teacher.

Respect higher grades.

Be quiet in the Dojo.

Do not indulge in "horseplay" in the Dojo.

Keep your body clean.

Keep your finger and toe nails short.

Frequently wash your judogi.

Be considerate to lower grades.

Never use Judo techniques outside of the Dojo unless you’re defending yourself.

Be courteous to your opponents at all times.

On entering a Dojo one should always bow.

When stepping onto or off the mat one should always bow

Before and after practice one should bow to their partner.