Rules behavior in the dojo

It is the responsibility of all aikido practitioners to ensure that aikido techniques are never used with the intent of harming, injuring or traumatizing another person.

In the Dojo (classroom), traditional rules of conduct must be strictly observed. Only Sensei (teacher, instructor) decides whether he will teach you or not. You cannot buy technique.

When entering and leaving the dojo practice area, bow while standing.

When entering or leaving the tatami (mats), a bow is always made in the direction of Shomen or the portrait of the Founder of Aikido, Morihei Ueshiba.

At the beginning and at the end of the class, an etiquette bow to Shomen is performed, followed by two claps of hands, another bow to Shomen, and then a bow between the instructor and the students.

A mutual bow begins and ends with the execution of the technique, as well as the demonstration and explanation.

A bow is required when contacting the instructor or senior students, if during the lesson it becomes necessary to contact them for clarification.

Never beckon or and don’t call out to students or instructors to practice on the tatami.

If you are not sure what to do or how to behave in a given situation, ask a senior student or follow the example of your mentor.

Keiko rules (lesson, practice).

Keikogi (training clothes) must be clean and tidy.

You must have dzari (slippers, sandals – second shoes).

Remove all jewelry, jewelry, and watches before beginning exercise.

Turn off your mobile phone.

Fingernails and toenails should be trimmed short and hands and feet should be clean.

Traditionally, barefoot training on the tatami is allowed, in exceptional cases it is allowed to practice in clean cotton socks specially purchased for training.

It is imperative, especially for children and the elderly, to have simple boiled water or still mineral water with you for individual use.

It is necessary to be ready for keiko and be on the tatami about 5 minutes before the appointed time. If you are late, you need to get permission from the instructor and start the lesson by doing the warm-up exercises on your own.

You can leave the tatami only with the instructor’s permission!

Only seiza is allowed to sit on the tatami, in exceptional cases – in the agura (legs crossed) position. You cannot stretch your legs in front of you or sit with your elbows against the wall.

Walking aimlessly on the tatami and talking during classes, demonstrations and explanations are strictly prohibited.

Always pay attention to the instructor’s explanations and warnings.

Opposition to the technique (resistance) is strictly prohibited – this can lead to injury in the classroom!

Bickering and arguing with each other is strictly prohibited.

Each practitioner is responsible for ensuring that he and his partner are not injured.

In the Dojo, it is forbidden to eat, drink, smoke, chew gum, talk on a mobile phone.

Every student is responsible for the cleanliness of the Dojo.

Never use clothing or training weapons belonging to someone els.

Rules presence in the dojo

You can attend classes at any time as a spectator if for any reason you cannot practice yourself, but you must observe the following rules of conduct:

You need to sit in a respectful posture, not reclining or perching your legs on the furniture.

It is forbidden to interfere with the training process, talk to someone on the tatami, you cannot talk and wander around when the instructor demonstrates the movement or gives explanations.

In the dojo, it is prohibited to eat, drink, smoke, chew gum, talk on a mobile phone, take photos and videos without permission.

TECHNIQUE SAFETY IN AIKIDO CLASSES

“When practicing AIKIDO, one should fully understand the critical importance of adhering to all safety requirements, rules of conduct in the dojo and internal discipline. It must be remembered that aikido is a martial art. ” // Mitsugi Saotome. Aikido and harmony in nature. – Kiev, 2002. – p. 291.

Security terms

1. The qualities of a beginner aikidoka.

First of all, respect for the spirit of aikido, O-Sensei, his instructor and his dojo. Respectful attitude to the partner and to everyone in the dojo. Unconditional fulfillment of the requirements and recommendations of the instructor. Heightened attention, like a readiness for an instant reaction, a proper combination of courage and caution, relaxation and composure. Cleanliness and neatness.

2. Exercises and techniques performed in the lesson must correspond to the age category and the level of the group’s preparedness (the total practice time of the group and the level of certification of the majority of students are taken into account), the level of preparedness (certification) of the instructor, as well as the season and microclimate in the dojo.

Conditions for admission to classes

1. Medical admission to classes: a permitting certificate from a pediatrician (Somatically healthy, not in contact with infectious diseases, diagnosis)

2. Safety test.

3. Credits to the rules of conduct in the dojo.

4. Availability of the established form for training: white mastiffs (kimono), changeable shoes.

5. Absence of foreign objects on the body and mouth (earrings, rings and other jewelry, chewing gum, etc.).

6. Visual control by the instructor of each student.

Form for classes

The uniform for training (aikidogi or kimono for judo training) must be clean and tidy, the jacket on the back must be smoothed out, the belt must be tied in the prescribed form.

Food

Meals should be taken no later than 1.5 hours before the start of classes.

Preparation for classes

1. It is necessary to tune in to the lesson, focus on practice and partners.

2. During independent warm-up, it is forbidden to perform exercises and techniques that are not related to aikido or do not correspond to the level of certification of the student without the appropriate permission of the instructor or in his absence.

Group lessons

1. Aikido classes are carried out only under the guidance of an instructor. Participation in classes is not allowed if you feel unwell or suspect a viral infection, with traumatic syndromes, with neurotic syndromes and with low attention.

2. If you are not sure of your readiness to perform a given exercise correctly, you should contact an instructor who can recommend another, easier task that matches the form being performed.

3. If during the course it becomes necessary to leave the tatami, you should also ask the instructor for permission.

4. If during the execution of the technique there is a need for additional explanation, you should wait until the instructor himself comes to you. It is important to remember that the explanations that are given in the process of performing the techniques are intended only for the person to whom they are given, that is, if the explanation does not apply to you personally, it is forbidden to be guided by them.

5. All aikido exercises, both paired and singles, should be performed accurately and carefully, remember that you are responsible for the life and health of your partner, as well as for yourself.

6. In the event of an unforeseen situation, you should calmly and carefully listen and quickly execute the instructor’s commands. When performing an exercise or technique, pair or single, it is necessary to correctly calculate the trajectory of movement and set the distance in such a way as to avoid traumatic situations.

Rules of conduct briefing on Safety Engineering

1. Briefing on Safety Techniques is carried out in the first lesson.

2. Instructions for those who go in for aikido must be held 2 times a year (September-October and February-March) with the preparation of all the necessary documents.

3. Additional instructions on safety precautions must be carried out before the seminars.

Safety precautions when practicing aikido.

To avoid injuries during the training process, trainees must follow the following list of safety rules:

– each student is obliged to strictly follow the instructions of the coach, respect him, as well as those with whom he is engaged in the hall;
– before starting the training, the cleanliness and condition of the tatami (wrestling mat) covering, as well as the integrity of your own kimono (training clothes) are checked;
– at the beginning of the workout, a warm-up (body warming up) is carried out independently, under the guidance of a coach or senior student;
– before starting to study a technique or technique, the student must master various options for safety actions;
– pairs of students to study technical actions should be formed taking into account the weight category and their technical readiness;
– when practicing technical actions, you should monitor the correctness of their implementation; when a signal is given to hand over, the reception (technique) ends immediately;
– wearing various jewelry (rings, rings, chains, watches, etc.) during training is not allowed;
– students are required to ensure that their fingernails and toenails are cut short;
– rude and incorrect behavior during training is prohibited, especially during games on the tatami;
– students who resume their training after a long break due to illness or injury are allowed to practice with the permission of a doctor.
A first aid kit is required in the classroom!