ETIQUETTE

H O N O R    T H R O U G H    T H E    M A R T I A L    A R T S

Always bow upon entering & leaving the dojo Bow to Sensei (an any black belt) when you arrive. Bow to Sensei (and any black belt) 
when you see them out in public No shoes are to be worn on the mats Place shoes neatly in dojo.
If you see other shoes in disorder, please straighten up. Do not arrive to class late.
If you are late, please stand to the side
(do not join in the class)
and wait for the instructor to bow you in. Let Sensei know if you're to be out a week or longer If Sensei or another instructor calls your name,
respond by saying "Osu!" or "Yes Sir!" Never say "yeah" or "uh-huh" in the dojo.
Instead, say "Os!" or "Yes Sir!" Keep fingernails & toenails short
to prevent injury and infection to others Do not question Sensei's decision of who tests
and who does not Make sure your uniform is clean and ironed before your test.
It must be absolutely quiet before the test begins. No running or yelling before or after class No jewelry is to be worn by students during class Accept object from Sensei with both hands
(not just one); it's more polite. Do not show your back to Sensei in a formal dojo situation

Never allow your belt to touch the floor
when you are not wearing it

When sitting in class, do not sit with your legs spread out

Do not come to class sick

Never sit vacant in class.  Instead, practice something.

Do not store personal items in the changing rooms overnight

No swearing or any use of profanity in the dojo
(even if it's light-hearted)

Always yield to senior ranking students
and elderly people

If you need to adjust your gi during class,
please turn around to do so

Ask permission before entering Sensei's office

Ask Sensei before visiting another school

Please return any dojo items back where you found them

Leave your problems outside the dojo

No loud laughter during class
unless it's a unique situation.

Never use martial arts to show off

Don't correct upper ranks

Honor any commitment you make

Treat your dojo like your home

Do not accuse unless you are sure

Don't break boards without Sensei's permission

If you leave Red Sun, let Sensei know face-to-face.