WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE TO ANYONE THAT WE FEEL IS EITHER    DIS RESPECTFUL OR UNHYGIENTIC




PURPOSE AND SCOPE


Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and Kenpo Karate taught at Martial Arts Institute is a full contact, close-quarters combat arts involving intense grappling / submissions and close end striking.  Due to the high risk, friction burns , joint entanglements and accidental strangulation's may accure so, strict uniform standards are enforced.

These rules apply equally to all students ,visitors and instructors to ensure the physical safety and health of everyone in our school. Noncompliance may lead to severe consequences, including fines, suspentions or dismissal.

GENERAL ATTIRE RESTRICTIONS

To prevent injury to yourself and your training partner the following items are strictly prohibited  during all training sessions: jewelry, earings, studs, watches, rings  and clothing with zippers or studs.

FOOTWEAR:  No shoes , on the mat

JEWELRY AND METAL: All jewelry including necklaces, ring, earrings, piercings,  watches, and bracelets  must be removed before entering the mat.

HARDWARE: Clothing with zippers pockets buttons snaps or plastic grommets is prohibited.

TRAINING/ LIVE SPARRING /GRAPPLING  including rolling to keep everyone safe, our school policy requires all hair and head coverings to be completely form fitting, completely secure, and  of athletic rash- guard material.  You will need a specialized sport hijab that meets these standards based on objective unresolvable safety hazards rather than religious animus.  It is crucial to ensure that the sport hijab provides comfort, flexibility, and adherence to safety regulations during athletic activities which will be made of Athletic rash guard material.

CLASS UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS ( GI NO-GI)
Students must wear CLEAN and appropriate class attire specific to the class format.  All gear must be fully intact without rips, tears, or fraying that can damage  students fingers or toes.
Kenpo Karate Gis  must be a black student Karate styled uniform with proper fitting to allow comfortable movement during training.
Sparring gear must be a named brand to ensure quality and safety during practice sessions. with no rips or tears.
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Gis must be either White , Blue , or black to ensure that when competing it will fit in their requirements Practitioners are encouraged to maintain their Gis in good condition for optimal performance.
No -  Gi grappling class must have either Sport  Spats with shorts and a Rash guard.  Shirt and GI pants with a Rash guard or shirt is exceptable.  Students should adhere to these guidelines to ensure safety and uniformity in training sessions..

HAIR /  NAILS - HYGIENE is crucial, so keep hair tied back and nails trimmed and filed to prevent accidents or discomfort during practice.
ALL FAKE NAILS ARE PROHIBITED  ON THE MAT.

SKIN INFECTION MANAGEMENT:- born pathogens spread rapidly in a martial arts  environment. Prevention requires personal accountability.

GEAR HYGIENE: all gis, rashguards,spats,and sparring gear with ( approved head dressing )  must be freshly laundered and fully dried prior to every training session. Re used damp or dirty  gear is strictly prohibited to maintain hygiene and respect for all training partners.

REPORTING
INFECTION PROHIBITION: Student with active, suspected or unverified skin lesion - including but not limited to Ringworm, ( TINEA  CORPORIS) Staph, (Staphylococus) MRSA, COVID, Impetigo, Herpes Gladiatorum or any open wounds are STRICKLY BANNED FROM STEPPING ONTO THE MAT. Please ensure all lesions are fully healed and verified by a medical professional before participation.

If you feel sick or have any flue like systoms PLease stay home until you feel better and have one set of test results confirming you're no longer contagious.

ACHNOWLEDGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE
This policy is built entirely around objective athletic safety, injury prevention and community health.   to comply with  the Rules / uniform, nails, skin protocols will result in the immediate implementation of corrective measures to enforce compliance effectively. while still be responsible for your tuition, it is important to maintain adherence to all outlined guidelines to avoid future penalties.


DOJO RULES

Bow before entering and leaving  the school.

Bow and greet all black belts and Instructors and address them as Professors in regards to Brazilian Jiu- jitsu. 
Maintain a respectful attitude towards all instructors and students to foster a positive learning environment.

Address the to teachers in Kenpo Karate as  for female Shimo or as a Male teacher address him as Shifu

Be Respectful in all the classes by being quite,  paying attention to instructions, while showing
 willingness to learn.

Parents / Guarding there will be NO coaching  permitted at all.

Parents ? Guardings Pease refraine yourself from making disparaging remarks

Sudents must ask the teacher before entering and leaving the mat

Students  must be respectful to others

Do not demonstrate or teach others outside of the school

Be loyal to the school, yourself and others

Be Obedient to your parents

Be Faithful to your Wife , Husband , Parents, Brotheres and Sisters , Cousans and always strive to maintain harmony within your family and community.

Be Restpectful  to yourself

Finish what you started and do not be a quiter.

Training will enhance every aspect in your lfe

Training will teach you how to take care of yourself

Training will teach you how to eat right

Training will teach you  how to maintain discipline and achieve your goals.

Training will make you pay attention.

WIPE YOUR FEET BEFORE ENTERING THE MAT!

WEAR SANDALS OR SHOES WHEN LEAVING OFF THE MAT!

THE DISCUSSION OF POLITICS OR RELIGEN IS PROHIBITED IN THE SCHOOL

NO FOOD IN THE SCHOOL!!!