Salisbury Dojo ByLaws

 

When I was a beginner these Dojo Bylaws were posted on a bulletin board nest to the door. I do not recall their ever being read to us. It was our responsibility to read them and live by them.

 

Dojo Bylaws

 

Tom Lewis Salisbury Md. Isshinryu Karate Club      1975

 

     1.     No Profanity will be permitted.

2.     Remove shoes before entering practice area.

3.     The Chief Instructor will be addressed as “Sensei”.

All other black belts will be address ad “Mister”.

4.     Bow to the opponent before and after practice.

5.     Cleanliness of person and gi is mandatory.

6.     Cleanliness of Dojo is the responsibility of everyone.

7.     Persons under the influence of alcohol will not be admitted.

8.     Boisterous conduct during training will not be permitted.

9.     Senior rank will be recognized and respected.

10.                        Senior ranking members will be responsible for junior members.

11.                        Public demonstrations of Karate will not be permitted without prior approval of the Chief Instructor.

12.                        Dues must be paid promptly when due since the club is non-profit and has no operating capital.

13.                        Kumite will be permitted only under the supervision of a Brown or Black Belt instructor.

14.                        Fights or other violence involving a member must be reported to club officials within 24 hours.

15.                        Misuse of karate knowledge will subject members to dismissal by the board of officials.

16.                        Criticism of members will be made ONLY by the instructors.