Etiquette...

Conduct in the work area:

• Arrive early to class and stretch out properly.
  
• No food allowed in the workout area.
  
• Water bottles are allowed in the work area (make sure you take care of your water bottle following class)
  
• No free sparring or weapons use without permission and/or supervision of a black belt.
  
• Practice weapons only in designated areas.
  
• No breaking without black belt supervision.
  
• Respect your equipment, use kick bags and shields with a partner only
  
• Chairs are for guests only.
  
• Always bow towards the flags when entering or exiting the main workout area.

Lining up:

• Line up immediately upon the instructor's command.
  
• The higher ranking belts lines up left to right.
  
• Students of the same rank line up by date promoted; if promoted on the same date, by age. (oldest to youngest)
  
• Students arriving after class begins will line up in the back of the room, regardless of rank.
  
• Students without a proper Gi (pants, top, and belt) will line up in the back of the room.
  
• Maintain proper lines and discipline with students in front of and aside you.
  
• Avoid speaking out in line, unless asked a question by the instructor.
  
• If you have a question, raise your hand, and wait to be recognized.
  
• At the end of each form, stay in the chun bi position until the instructor indicates otherwise.

Equipment:

• A strap and protective cup is required equipment for all male students.
  
• Mouth guards are recommended during sparring.
  
• No other protective equipment is required for class use, although it may be required for tournaments.
  
• Uniforms (Gi's) are required for formal workouts.
  
• Students shall keep their Gi's clean and presentable.
  
• Uniforms in poor or tattered condition must be replaced.
  
• A school patch is a required part of the uniform.
  
• Gi pants and appropriate T-shirt are acceptable during informal workouts only.
  
• Women will wear a proper shirt under their Gi top, men will not wear a shirt beneath theirs.
  
• Workouts are traditional. Students train in bare feet, shoes will be worn only for medical reasons.
  
• Respect your belt, Never place it on the floor. Your belt should only be worn only during class times or class sponsored activities.

Miscellaneous:

• This is your school. Have pride in it and pick up after yourself.
  
• Do not place your hands on your hips or cross your arms. This is a sign of disrespect.
  
• During forms if two students are on a collision course, the ranking belt has the right of way. The lower ranking student will hold position and continue when the way is clear.
  
• Address black belts using Sir or Ma'am, or by Mr or Ms, followed by their last name
  
• As a sign of respect, do not openly criticize, or correct a higher ranking belt. If you have any questions concerning this ask a Black Belt or Master Higgins
  
• Checkouts, in advance of formal testing, may be formal or may happen while in line. Always be prepared.
  
• Test fees are payable before testing.
  
• Family members are welcome to and encouraged to view testings.
  
• Students may invite guests to observe classes.