The List of Rules and Etiquette for all students of Taurus Taekwon-do School SW to follow when you are in the class (Dojang):
- Bow when entering or leaving the Dojang
- No foul language
- No jewellery and valuables in the Dojang
- The student must have good hygiene
- Remain quiet while class is going on unless you have a question then raise your hand.
- Always bow before and after addressing a black belt
- Do not lean on walls.
- Use equipment properly or privileges will be suspended.
- Do not talk when the instructor is talking or demonstrating techniques.
- Do not stand with hands on hips or arms crossed.
- Address all black belts by their last name, sir or mam
- When shaking hands support your right elbow with your left palm.
- No horse play while in the Dojang (i.e. running around, throwing things etc.)
- No food or drink on the training floor at anytime (water bottles are OK)
- When bowing to a person say “Taekwon”.
- Students must wear the club Dobok during competitions, testing, seminars or any other special occasions
- No excessive contact on members during sparring
- Shirts under Dobok, if wearing one, must be white and please tuck the shirt in at all times.
- When walking away from the instructor always bow take three steps and bow again towards the Instructor
- If arriving late, wait until the instructor sees you, then bow and join the class.
- If the instructor enters the room, stand if you are sitting, and remain so until told otherwise.
- Never misuse any of the Taekwon-Do or Self Defense Techniques
- A student may never teach another student unless the Head Instructor has given permission
- In a room with many black belts take your leads from the senior black belt.
- Only club T-shirts can be worn at the club during regular class time, the only other T-shirt that can be worn is a white T-shirt under the Dobok
- No outside shoes are to be worn in the Dojang at anytime this includes people observing and not training at the club. All students shall ensure this does not happen
- Never disrespect a club member for race, religion, color, age, sex or any other reason. Show respect to all ages and all belt levels