TORI JUDO
Code of Conduct

Bow when entering and leaving the mat to show respect to the teacher and training partners.

Students must wear a clean, correctly sized judogi. Non-white or non-judo uniforms require teacher permission.

Students should be dressed and ready by the class start.

Leaving the mat requires teacher permission.

All techniques and instructions must be followed to the best of the student’s ability.

Failure to meet required skills may result in rank adjustment or re-examination.

Students may be moved to a different session if the class is too advanced or their pace disrupts others.

Proof of rank is required when wearing a belt from another club; ranks from other martial arts must be discussed with the teacher.

Exam eligibility will be communicated by the head coach. Requests for exams are not allowed unless a date has been announced. Questions about exam or tournament results may be raised respectfully, as determined by the club, and must not be repetitive.

Cuts must be taped; no bloodstained judogi is allowed.

Maintain proper hygiene: clean, short nails; long hair tied up; wash and sanitize hands and skin; deodorant recommended; no makeup during exercise.

Students showing any symptoms of illness, fever, coughing, sweating, skin conditions, or any other signs that make them unfit to practice must stay home until fully recovered. Proof may be requested if needed.

No shoes on the mat; walking barefoot outside the mat is prohibited.

No talking on the mat unless permitted; do not interrupt the teacher; no offensive language.

Inform the instructor of any prior or sustained injuries. Follow all safety instructions; dangerous or incorrectly performed techniques are prohibited. Intentional or unsafe practice may result in being asked to leave the session.

Sit on the mat only when kneeling as instructed.

No sharing water bottles; no food on the mat.

No smoking or alcohol; intoxicated persons will be escorted out.

Parents/spectators must remain silent; may be asked to leave if disruptive.

New attendees must provide name and contact details to the head coach.

If running late, please notify the instructor and wait for permission to enter the mat by bowing.

Do not act on behalf of the club outside without permission. Club-related events or tournaments not organised by Tori Judo are at your own risk.

Tournament selection must be approved by the head coach; may be revoked.

Voluntary help during classes or with club activities contributes to the spirit of martial arts.

Highest rank below the teacher may run sessions when appointed; others require permission. Teaching by lower ranks is voluntary and part of general practice to further knowledge, but does not confer formal teacher status.

All teachers/instructors must meet certification requirements. Dan grades define teaching authority.

Self-practice or teaching outside the club is at your own risk.

Help set up, pack up, and clean equipment; no leftover equipment allowed.

Contacting teachers, instructors, or other members outside of standard business hours—including via WhatsApp or other social media—must remain courteous and non-harassing. Only for genuine emergencies should instructors be contacted directly.

Entry may be refused for code violations; the club reserves the right to prohibit attendance indefinitely.

Supervision of Children

1. Parents/guardians must not leave children unattended at the club.

2. Tori Judo does not accept responsibility for unsupervised children at any time.