Politeness, good manners and common decency are all part of the spirit of Judo.  The following should always be observed:

1. Respect your Sensei.

2. Sensei respect all your Judoka.

3. Be considerate to lower grades.

4. Be courteous to your opponents at all times.

5. On entering a Dojo one should always rei ( bow ).

6. No shoes to be worn on the Tatami ( mat ).

7. When stepping onto or off a Tatami you should always rei inwards towards the Tatami.

8. Before and after practice one should rei to their partner.

9. Be quiet in the Dojo.

10.Do not indulge in “ horseplay” in the Dojo.

11.Keep your body clean.

12.Long hair must be tied back.

13.Keep your fingernails and toenails short. No nail varnish.

14.Frequently wash your Judo-Gi.