Homer Martial Arts

Gracie Barra and Homer Martial Arts Dojo Etiquette
• Bow to the center of the mat when you enter. • Bow to the centre of the mat when you exit. • Keep a respectful posture on the dojo. • Classes begin with a formal bow to the instructor with students lining up in descending grade order. • Classes end with a formal bow to the instructor and then to the picture of Carlos Gracie Senior. • During Class, when the instructor is demonstrating the techniques, every student must sit in seize. • For safety reasons, if you are late sit by the side of the mat and wait for the permission from the Professor. • For safety reasons, if you need to leave the mat or leave earlier you must ask permission from the Professor. • Bow to your partner before and after practice. • Talking should be kept to a minimum level and should relate to the class subject. • Absolutely no foul language inside the school. • Do not belch inside the dojo. • Keep finger and toe nails short for everyones safety. • All students must wear the official Gracie Barra uniform. The uniform pants and top must be the same color. • It is mandatory to wear a t-shirt or rash guard under the Kimono. • The Kimono must be washed at least once a weekly. A dirty kimono is a sign of disrespect. • The Kimono must be worn at all times. • When tying the Kimono, face the wall. • The belt is represents your progress. Keep it on. • Refer to Black-Belt Instructors as "Professor" and to Carlos Gracie Jr. as "Master". • All metal objects, jewelry, piercing, neckless or other such items should be removed. • No shoes, food or drink on the mat. • No Cell Phones in the dojo area.