Behaviour in the Do Jang
Regulations of the DoJang:
Before class begins:
After signing in, students that arrive early may do one of the following:
How To Line Up:
When the instructor calls out ‘Everybody line up’, students assemble quickly and quietly. The most senior belt is to stand to the most right hand spot at the front of the class (excluding the black belt and the SWAT team line), with the next senior student to the left of this one, and so on. All adults stand in the front, with children repeating the procedure in their lines. A child 15 years old and older is considered to be an adult for Taekwondo purposes (except when breaking boards).
Lining up is done fast. Should a junior belt student be in a senior belt student's spot, the senior belt student runs to the first student, shows their belt, and bows the junior belt student out of the line. The junior belt student then moves to the next available spot (either replacing another ‘even more junior belt (by showing their belt), or the last spot available for their age group (if there are no more junior belts). Students found arguing over line up places may be asked to line up at the very back.
Lining Up When You Are Late:
If there happens to be a class in progress when you arrive, please wait quietly and keep distractions to a minimum until your class begins, this is a courtesy to the other students. You can anticipate that class will start on time. If you arrive late, please wait quietly inside the door where the instructor can notice your arrival. If the instructor fails to notice you when it is respectful to do so, ask "Permission to enter class Ma'am/Sir!" in a voice loud enough to be heard and await the instructors response. Please do not enter or join the class until the instructor invites you in. This is done for safety reasons. There is the possibly of injuring yourself or another student if you enter the class just as the students are performing techniques or kicks, and accidental contact occurs. If you must exit class for some reason or leave early, please ask the instructors’ permission before leaving.
Treat fellow students with respect, as they are your training partners. You may expect the same respect back. Classes begin and end with the student body lining up in rows to salute the flag and participate in opening and closing remarks. Lines are formed and maintained in military fashion. Straightening of rows is accomplished by glancing to your right in order to align yourself with the person next to you. The most senior belt lines up at the front in the position furthest to the right, with junior belts lining up to the senior belt’s left in descending order of belt ranking. The proper stance is to stand at attention with your arms held closely to your body and closed fists pressed against sides.
Conclusion
Upon being permitted to join our club, you will be expected to obey the rules, endeavor to conduct yourselves in a manner befitting a student even in your daily life and to uphold the honor of the club.
Martial arts begin and end with courtesy. To support this view, we expect you to display an attitude of restraint, respect for others and sportsmanship. A good student is a reflection of a good instructor. We endeavor to maintain standards and policies, which will assist in the development of each student. In the face of everything else, persevere and be patient. We wish you good luck and anticipate a strong and beneficial relationship in Taekwondo.
- When entering or leaving the DoJang, all students must salute the Canadian flag, and then bow to the instructor or most senior belt, whether or not they see you.
- When bowing to the instructor or black belts, you must always stand at attention; never complete a bow from a sitting position.
- Students must address the instructor and other students as ‘Sir’ or ‘Ma’am’.
- During class, permission must be given by the instructor before leaving the dojang.
- Personal hygiene is essential. Fingernails and toenails must be kept trimmed.
- No profanity or loud talking is allowed in front of flags, instructors, black belts or anywhere in the dojang.
- All senior belts are expected to help junior belts and answer any questions.
- Members are expected to attend classes regularly.
- Alcohol, drugs, smoking, chewing gum and candy are forbidden in the dojang.
- Permission must be given by the instructor before sparring is allowed.
- No jewelry will be worn during class for safety reasons. Those items that can't be removed easily must be taped down or covered with a band aid.
- Uniforms and belts must be worn in the dojang during training unless permission is given by the instructor.
- Uniforms must be kept clean.
- During class, you must never face the instructor, or the flag while adjusting your uniform.
- Members are expected to help keep the Do Jang clean at all times, as well as taking out and putting away equipment.
Before class begins:
After signing in, students that arrive early may do one of the following:
- Assist Instructors with equipment set up
- Practice their proficiency skills
- Sit respectfully off to the side until the instructor calls "Line Up" - This is a safety consideration as students that are running around may be accidentally struck by students practicing proficiency skills.
How To Line Up:
When the instructor calls out ‘Everybody line up’, students assemble quickly and quietly. The most senior belt is to stand to the most right hand spot at the front of the class (excluding the black belt and the SWAT team line), with the next senior student to the left of this one, and so on. All adults stand in the front, with children repeating the procedure in their lines. A child 15 years old and older is considered to be an adult for Taekwondo purposes (except when breaking boards).
Lining up is done fast. Should a junior belt student be in a senior belt student's spot, the senior belt student runs to the first student, shows their belt, and bows the junior belt student out of the line. The junior belt student then moves to the next available spot (either replacing another ‘even more junior belt (by showing their belt), or the last spot available for their age group (if there are no more junior belts). Students found arguing over line up places may be asked to line up at the very back.
Lining Up When You Are Late:
If there happens to be a class in progress when you arrive, please wait quietly and keep distractions to a minimum until your class begins, this is a courtesy to the other students. You can anticipate that class will start on time. If you arrive late, please wait quietly inside the door where the instructor can notice your arrival. If the instructor fails to notice you when it is respectful to do so, ask "Permission to enter class Ma'am/Sir!" in a voice loud enough to be heard and await the instructors response. Please do not enter or join the class until the instructor invites you in. This is done for safety reasons. There is the possibly of injuring yourself or another student if you enter the class just as the students are performing techniques or kicks, and accidental contact occurs. If you must exit class for some reason or leave early, please ask the instructors’ permission before leaving.
Treat fellow students with respect, as they are your training partners. You may expect the same respect back. Classes begin and end with the student body lining up in rows to salute the flag and participate in opening and closing remarks. Lines are formed and maintained in military fashion. Straightening of rows is accomplished by glancing to your right in order to align yourself with the person next to you. The most senior belt lines up at the front in the position furthest to the right, with junior belts lining up to the senior belt’s left in descending order of belt ranking. The proper stance is to stand at attention with your arms held closely to your body and closed fists pressed against sides.
Conclusion
Upon being permitted to join our club, you will be expected to obey the rules, endeavor to conduct yourselves in a manner befitting a student even in your daily life and to uphold the honor of the club.
Martial arts begin and end with courtesy. To support this view, we expect you to display an attitude of restraint, respect for others and sportsmanship. A good student is a reflection of a good instructor. We endeavor to maintain standards and policies, which will assist in the development of each student. In the face of everything else, persevere and be patient. We wish you good luck and anticipate a strong and beneficial relationship in Taekwondo.
