CLASS SAFETY
No - we don't require you to look like the crazy taekwondo guys to the right. There's no need to look like the Michelin Man to be safe. Having said that, Hagakure jiu-jitsu is designed to injure, maim and kill...uh...you might want to think about that before acting foolish in class?
The following rules are required to provide a safe and positive learning environment.
• No horseplay. If you want to simply mess around, go to the local video arcade. In the dojo, we are focused on learning jiu-jitsu.
• Walk. Do not run or jump unless it is part of the technique being taught by the instructor.
• Always walk around the edge of the mat or workout area when coming out to practice with your partner. Do not walk through the workout area or through other teams that are working out.
• If you think you or your partner have been injured, tell the instructor immediately!
• Do not chew gum, candy, your toenails, or your partner.
• When practicing, keep your mouth shut except to kiai. This will help avoid biting your tongue, lip, or cheek. Besides – who wants to be a mouth breather?
• Clothing and personal hygiene must be as clean as possible, with special attention to clean hands and feet.
• Clothing should be suitable for the class: loose fitting, sturdy, and appropriate for tumbling.
• Keep your pockets empty.
• All jewelry and belt buckles must be removed. Jewelry that cannot be removed (i.e. piercings) will need to be taped.
• Finger and toe nails should be short and clean. If you wish to wear long nails, they must be taped to protect your practice partners.
• Men should wear an athletic cup at all times. It is recommended that women wear breast protection. Mouthguards are also highly recommended when practicing the more advanced techniques and required when practicing atemi waza (strikes).
• Students must maintain control when executing any technique. The primary cause of injury is lack of control on the tori’s part. An injury suffered by an uke during testing which is attributed to a lack of control on the part of the person being tested will result in automatic and immediate failure of the test. Retesting will be subject to the instructor’s discretion.
